Secretary of State for Education Gavin Williamson CBE has praised Bradford Manufacturing Weeks as an “excellent” initiative. Commenting as organisers confirm that more than double the number of manufacturers and schools are involved since the inaugural event in 2018, Mr Williamson said: “Following on from last year’s success, I know Bradford
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East Yorkshire physiotherapy entrepreneur opens flagship new clinic
Young East Yorkshire physiotherapy entrepreneur Lisa Wiles has opened a flagship new clinic on the former Montessori School site near Pocklington. Her Hands that Heal business, which also has clinics in Hull and South Cave, as well as an existing base at Pocklington Rugby Club, has doubled in size over the
Resimac Looks to the future after ten years of sustained growth
A UK based specialist coatings manufacturer is looking to the future after a decade of sustained growth. Originating in a small unit on the edge of the market town of Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, Resimac – which expanded into larger premises two years ago – now exports its industry-leading products to more
Yorkshire businesses win big at Chamber Business Awards
Four businesses from across the Mid Yorkshire region have been crowned winners in the regional heats of the Chamber Business Awards 2019. Now in their 16th year, the Awards are a highlight of the business calendar, recognising the key role that local businesses play in driving the UK economy. The winners include
Yorkshire business director celebrates 20 years
York PR and communications agency The Partners Group is celebrating as director Karen Tinkler marks 20 years with the company. Karen joined Partners in 1999 as an account executive, before being promoted to account manager and account director and subsequently buying the business in 2006. During her time with the firm
Just Desserts appoints contractors for Shipley bakery expansion plans
West Yorkshire bakery, Just Desserts, has appointed contractors Bray Building Services to commence works on its expansion plans to support continued business growth. Just Desserts has invested more than £150,000 in the expansion project, which includes consultation to future proof the bakery and building works, as well as new bakery equipment and
Fast growing CP Media acquires Eye Airports
Outdoor advertising specialist CP Media has acquired Eye Airports, the market leader in UK regional airport advertising. Harrogate-based Eye Airports has the advertising and promotional rights for 19 UK regional airports, including Newcastle, Bristol, Exeter, Inverness, Derry, Humberside, Newquay and the Scottish Highlands and Islands. Community Partners Ltd, which trades as CP
Yorkshire-based marketing expert launches new venture
A new marketing company has launched in Yorkshire, which will provide precision marketing services to business around the UK. Founded by Jonathan Billing, who has over 17 years’ experience in marketing, Razor Marketing is set to help businesses who have limited or no internal marketing expertise and need support with the
Kings appoints new strategic business development manager
Bradford security company, Kings, has appointed Dawn Summers as its new strategic business development manager for its security personnel department! Dawn will join the sales team and report directly to the firm's head of security personnel, Carrie Eastwood. Kings’ new team member brings with her a decade of expertise and knowledge
AudioVogue makes smart move with presence in Darlington’s Seymour’s Home
A North Yorkshire home cinema and smart technology business has made its own smart move by launching within the North East. Harrogate-based AudioVogue – which this year celebrates its tenth anniversary – has teamed up with well-known Darlington homeware and interior shop, Seymour Homes. During this time the company has built an