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Greendale appoints three new members to board of directors

The Greendale Group (FWS Carter & Sons), a diverse, family-owned local business, with interests in farming, fishing, retail, property and haulage, has announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Directors: Martyn Youell, Tom Chanter and Richard Gibbons.

ffective immediately, these appointments will provide extra strength and stability to the board, helping to shape the business for years to come.

Youell brings over 15 years of experience in the fishing sector. As Commercial Director for Waterdance (the Group’s fishing enterprise), he has...

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Exeter digital marketing agency Optix Solutions recently held a summer celebration at Exeter Golf & Country Club.

The event marked 23 years for the digital marketing agency - plus the launch of the new brand and website. Colleagues and friends of the business , including Tozers, Software Solved and Tozers, gathered together to enjoy refreshments on the rooftop terrace

The new brand has been developed to better match the Optix passion for helping clients by delivering strategic direction, technical excellence and creative thinking.

To take a peek at how the new...

Carparison named the best automotive company to work for in the UK

The Devon-based leasing broker were crowned winners during last week’s awards ceremony.

On a day of celebrations which were streamed live from Media City, Manchester and hosted by Channel 5’s news presenter Dan Walker, their success was not limited to just the automotive industry.

Carparison also ranked as the 17th best company to work for within the South West across all industries and finished 34th out of the top 100 across the UK.

The Best Companies surveys are an invaluable barometer to measure staff engagement with the whole team quizzed on topics such as...

South West tech accelerator returns after £1m first year success

The only tech business support programme for the whole of the South West of England is launching for its second year, after helping companies secure £1m.

Tech South West StartUp Studio 2021 saw the likes of Paranimo, Eate, Groundwaves, Milbotix and a clutch of other early stage pre-seed companies go on to raise £1m of grants and investment since completing the programme - with some still actively fund-raising; seeking another £1m!

Now StartUp Studio is back and open to new entrants. Companies must have been trading for less than two years to qualify.

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South West Business Council to host world-class environmental leaders for Natural Capital conference in Devon

The South West Business Council (SWBC) has announced that they will be joined by world-leading environmental experts, top university wildlife academics, members of the House of Lords and the Crown Estate, as well as delegates honoured by the Queen, for their upcoming Quarterly Conference this September in Devon.

The event, which is set to take place on Wednesday September 7 2022 at Petroc College in Barnstaple, is being held in conjunction with the North Devon Biosphere Foundation and in partnership with co-sponsors Nutri-San and Petroc.

An esteemed lineup of keynote...

Warren Porter, newly-appointed MAT Product Specialist at IMP Software

Major hires at IMP Software, as Multi-Academy Trust CFO joins the ranks as MAT Product Specialist

Education company IMP Software, specialists in budgeting, forecasting and reporting software for multi-academy trusts (MATs), has made a number of key appointments as it reports a 100% increase in customer growth in 12 months. IMP, which is based in Exeter but operates as a virtual team nationwide, has boosted its headcount by 60% to support its work with 198 MATs and 1,750 schools.

The latest key addition is Warren Porter, who joins the company as MAT Product Specialist. Warren was previously Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Nottinghamshire-based Esteem Multi-Academy Trust. A...

Managing Director of Stagecoach South West confirms plans to move on

Stagecoach South West Managing Director Mike Watson has confirmed plans to stand down in January 2023 after 11 years in various roles across the wider group.

Mike (48), who has more than 25 years’ experience in the bus sector with several major public transport companies, was appointed to lead the south-west business on an interim basis in December 2019. He was confirmed as Managing Director in February 2020 just before the start of the pandemic.

During his time as Managing Director, Mike has been responsible for a team of over 1,000 employees, with over 300 vehicles...

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Air Marketing Announces Roots To Market Merge

Exeter based outsourced sales agency, Air Marketing , and sister company, outsourced marketing agency, Roots to Market , are officially merging to create a full stack sales and marketing agency. Combining forces, they’ll deliver exceptional services in the UK and internationally for some of the world’s leading brands.

Air Marketing began life in 2016, started by Founder & CEO, Owen Richards , who saw a gap in the market for professional, elite outsourced sales services. He built a team of likeminded and talented individuals who shared his passion for sales.

In 2018,...

Carl returns to Devon printed packaging company after 18 years

CARL Bennett from Ogwell in Newton Abbot has returned to work at a Devon-based family-run printed-packaging company as its Production Operative after 18 years (August 2022).

The 47-year-old originally joined Newton Print Ltd in 2002 but moved to another role in 2004, and has returned as its new Production Operative, ensuring production is running at optimum efficiency.

He said: “I originally worked at Newton Print for two years in the early noughties and thoroughly enjoyed my time, so it’s great to be back again with the team.

“I have worked in various positions...

Foot Anstey advises Magnaghi Aeronautica Group on its latest acquisition

National law firm, Foot Anstey LLP has advised Magnaghi Aeronautica Group on its acquisition of Gloucestershire-based Five Valleys Aerospace Ltd, a specialist in manufacturing components and supplier of surface treatments for the aerospace industry.

Magnaghi Aeronautica, which is headquartered in Naples, Italy, has a strong presence in Brazil and the United States thanks to its well-established offices and the acquisition of Five Valleys Aerospace Ltd strengthens its stake in the European market, as well as expanding its global presence.

The Foot Anstey team that worked on...

Local Plumbing and Heating Company Wins Regional Award

Local plumbing and heating company Synergi SW are delighted to have scooped 'Best Plumbing Maintenance & Repairs Company, South West England' in the 2022 BUILD Magazine Construction and Engineering Awards.

After a public nomination process, BUILD's research team judged the winners based on various criteria including business growth, online reputation, client feedback and client dedication.

Synergi's Office Manager Ameana Saunders said: "This award is a testament to our team of engineers and office support staff who have all worked so hard over the last year. We strive...

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Greendale appoints three new members to board of directors

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Carparison named the best automotive company to work for in the UK

South West tech accelerator returns after £1m first year success

South West Business Council to host world-class environmental leaders for Natural Capital conference in Devon

Major hires at IMP Software, as Multi-Academy Trust CFO joins the ranks as MAT Product Specialist

Managing Director of Stagecoach South West confirms plans to move on

Air Marketing Announces Roots To Market Merge

Carl returns to Devon printed packaging company after 18 years

Foot Anstey advises Magnaghi Aeronautica Group on its latest acquisition

Local Plumbing and Heating Company Wins Regional Award

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