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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

Exeter Racecourse hosted its first networking event of the year with a sell-out gathering that was buzzing with enthusiasm, as businesses from across the region came together full of optimism for the year ahead. Delegates enjoyed a productive morning of networking, followed by afternoon racing.

The quarterly networking events, launched in 2024, have quickly become some of the most popular business gatherings in the region. Hosted at the racecourse, they offer a relaxed yet professional environment that encourages meaningful connections.

The events are spearheaded by Head...

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From Undergraduate to Fully Qualified Solicitor

Four years after first joining The Family Law Company in Exeter as a secretary, Nahanni Simcox has qualified as a Solicitor.

Her journey shows not just the commitment needed by an individual, but also how important it is to have support from within the legal sector.

Nahanni, who has always lived in the region, studied Law at Plymouth University before her stint as a secretary in the Private Children team at Balliol House. Just three months later she decided to continue pursuing a legal career and enrolled onto the Legal Practice Course with a Masters in Law, Business &...

Entries for the British Business Excellence Awards are now open

Celebrating the very best of British business, www.britishbusinessexcellenceawards.co.uk are proud to announce that entries are now open for the second year running. The prestigious awards showcase the most notable businesses in the country, celebrating the creativity, innovation and resilience within a variety of industries.

After a turbulent couple of years for businesses, the awards are uniting the business community across the UK to celebrate thriving businesses that deserve recognition and praise.

The awards host a total of 16 award categories, with five brand new...

Simon Besley, Sales and Marketing Director at Newton Print at Coastal Recycling.

Devon printed packaging specialist sends more than 95% of its factory and office waste to be recycled

A DEVON printed-packaging company has revealed that last year (2021) it sent more than 95% of its factory and office waste to be recycled (March 2022).

Newton Print Ltd said it generated 3,582kg of waste and 95.2% of it (3,410kg) was recycled with Coastal Recycling in Exeter, 4.5% was used to generate electricity and 0.3% (100kg of waste ink) was sent to landfill.

Simon Besley, Sales and Marketing Director at Newton Print in Newton Abbot, which specialises in assisting artisan, start-up and SME food and drink producers to bring their products to market on time, said: “We...

Digital jobs fair connects employers with local talent

The government-funded Train4Tomorrow programme held a Digital Jobs Fair on Wednesday 16 March, giving local employers the opportunity to connect with adults who have recently completed a government-funded bootcamp to gain in-demand skills in the digital sector.

The Train4Tomorrow programme offers adults in Devon, Somerset, Dorset and Cornwall access to fully-funded Skills Bootcamps, which have been designed to meet industry needs for digital and technical skills. The flexible bootcamps, up to 16 weeks long, and a mixture of online and in person, are available to adults who are...

Exeter students named in ’30 Under 30’ list of budding entrepreneurs

Two students from the University of Exeter Business School have been named on a list of rising stars in business.

Second year undergraduates Ellie Llewellyn and Conor Erb were included in the Devon & Plymouth Chamber of Commerce’s ’30 Under 30’ campaign for the “significant impact” they’ve made in the working world.

Ellie, a second year undergraduate studying Marketing and Management, has launched her own premium coffee outlet selling locally roasted, sustainably sourced coffee with biodegradable packaging.

She also hosts seasonal markets and has just...

Hat-trick of awards for Cofton Holidays following success at the Visit Devon Tourism Awards and FSB Awards 2022

South Devon’s multi award-winning holiday park, Cofton Holidays, is celebrating a hat-trick of awards following Gold success at both the Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2021/22 and the South West FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards.

Just one week after scooping the Family Business of the Year title at the South West FSB Celebrating Small Business Awards, the Dawlish holiday park won two Gold awards at the Visit Devon Tourism Awards 2021/22 in the Holiday Park of the Year and Dog-Friendly Business of the Year categories.

Now in its 12th year, the Visit Devon Tourism Awards...

Google to speak to Exeter businesses about the future of customer data

Representatives from Google will be advising businesses on how to ensure they can stay compliant with the changes to data privacy law and be ready for the forthcoming removal of website cookies in 2023.

Hosted by Exeter-based paid media agency Launch, the breakfast event will be held on 19th May at the Hotel du Vin in Exeter (8:30 - 10:30am). Google, and other expert speakers, will provide a vital opportunity for businesses in the region to understand the changes to data capture, as consumers are given more control of their online presence, with financial fines for non-compliance...

Hinkley Point supply chain service extended

The Heart of the South West Local Enterprise Partnership has announced an extension to the Hinkley Point Supply Chain Service, to cover the next 12 months.

The Hinkley Supply Chain Programme is an ambitious programme designed to help SMEs from Devon, Somerset, the West of England and Wales access bespoke support to bid for new nuclear supply chain contracts. The Hinkley Supply Chain Programme is delivered by the Hinkley Supply Chain Team, made up of SWMAS Ltd, Somerset Chamber of Commerce, and Business West. It is funded by the Heart of South West LEP, West of England Combined...

Foot Anstey launches 'Experts in the Field' podcast series for farmers and landowners

The Farms, Estates and Rural Land team at national law firm, Foot Anstey LLP, has launched a podcast series called 'Experts in the Field' focused on tackling hot topics, such as succession planning and environmental, farming and landowner issues.

The 'Experts in the Field' series will feature experienced advisors from across the law firm, as well as an array of experts on specialist matters, including Alex Stevens from the National Farmers' Union, Clive Beer from Savills, and Hannah Mazrae from Saffery Champness.

The team at Foot Anstey has recorded a variety of sessions on...

Foot Anstey's Private Equity team supports August Equity backed Integrity360's latest acquisition

Foot Anstey has advised Integrity360, an August Equity portfolio company, on its acquisition of Caretower, as part of its pan-European expansion plan. The transaction involved the acquisition of Caretower's UK and Bulgarian businesses.

Emma Clayton, Associate, and Matt Stoate, Head of Corporate and Private Equity at Foot Anstey led the multi-disciplinary team from Foot Anstey that advised on the acquisition.

Integrity360, the cybersecurity specialist, is backed by private equity house August Equity, and has offices in Dublin, London and New York. Its team of security...

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Exeter Racecourse's networking event proves the way for gaining new customers

From Undergraduate to Fully Qualified Solicitor

Entries for the British Business Excellence Awards are now open

Devon printed packaging specialist sends more than 95% of its factory and office waste to be recycled

Digital jobs fair connects employers with local talent

Exeter students named in ’30 Under 30’ list of budding entrepreneurs

Hat-trick of awards for Cofton Holidays following success at the Visit Devon Tourism Awards and FSB Awards 2022

Google to speak to Exeter businesses about the future of customer data

Hinkley Point supply chain service extended

Foot Anstey launches 'Experts in the Field' podcast series for farmers and landowners

Foot Anstey's Private Equity team supports August Equity backed Integrity360's latest acquisition

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