The Bayford Group has appointed an MD with over two decades of experience in senior positions with organisations including Marks & Spencer and Topshop. Lindsay Austin’s expertise in UK and global roles span global head of retail at Topman, Topshop, head of retail at Mamas & Papas - and leading Marks
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Leach unveils the thinnest lightbox ever
Following nine months of investment, graphic display specialist Leach has revealed a new ultra-slim wall-mounted system designed to bring further flexibility to the retail sector. This latest innovation – entitled the Thinesse – is the thinnest fabric graphic illuminated lightbox available on the market, with a depth of only 18mm. Suitable for use across
UK company shares cooling best practice with Dubai counterparts
A British precision air conditioning manufacturer has taken its industry knowledge to Dubai, organising a Data Centre Cooling Summit attended by industry stakeholders from across the Gulf. The event saw Airedale International talk about the latest technology trends in data centre cooling to the booming industry in the Middle East where
Global marketing group MISSION opens new office in Leeds
MISSION, the alternative group for ambitious brands, is set to increase its presence in the North of England with a new office in Leeds, located in The Calls in the heart of the city. Under CEO Mark Reardon, Story Leeds will present a distinct offering, working collaboratively with organisations large and
NGC Networks invests in partnership with Leeds Playhouse
Business communications specialist NGC Networks has agreed a new partnership with Leeds Playhouse, to which it provides ultrafast internet connectivity and full-service telecoms support. Wakefield based NGC Networks has become a Corporate Partner of Leeds Playhouse, which has recently reopened its doors following a £15.8 million redevelopment. The partnership sees NGC an
Yorkshire Agency, Edit, appoints two senior hires
Edit, part of Kin + Carta, based in Leeds, has appointed an associate director of technology strategy, and a head of PR as the business continues to grow. The appointments arrive in conjunction with the agency’s exceptional growth over the last year with recent client wins including Shell, Peleton and The
Manufacturing and industrial leaders must embrace a tech savvy approach to the future
Very few leaders working within the manufacturing and industrial sectors are embracing technology, especially those working in the later stages of their careers, according to a new research report. The findings from the World Class Leader Report, produced by Leeds-based executive search and recruitment specialist TS Grale, show that successful implementation
WorldSkills medals win for Team UTC Sheffield
UTC Sheffield has brought home two medals from the prestigious WorldSkills UK. WorldSkills UK showcases technical education to inspire more young people to choose vocational careers. Held at Birmingham NEC from November 21 to 23, the event attracted 500 competitors from colleges, universities and industry and involved 70 different skills categories. This
Christmas comes early for Yorkshire gin and whisky distillery
A self-built Yorkshire gin and whisky distillery has added two leading retailers to its portfolio and will be stocked in Harvey Nichols, John Lewis and four additional Booth’s stores in time for Christmas. Based in Sutton-on-the-Forest, North Yorkshire, Cooper King Distillery’s range of spirits will feature during a week-long pop-up shop
Bottomley Opticians announced National Opticians Practice of the Year
Bottomleys Eyeware Boutique, based in The Piece Hall, Halifax, will officially receive the coveted National Opticians Practice of the Year award on Monday, when Conor Heaney, director of the trade association, Optical Success Academy, will visit the boutique. The award comes following the Boutique’s first anniversary in The Piece Hall, Jim