Members of the East Midlands business community were hot to trot at the Fraser Brown construction and property (CAPs) Ladies’ Day event, which raised over £5,000 for the Teenage Cancer Trust. Held at the Carriage Halls in Plumtree, the event was organised by law firm Fraser Brown Solicitors and … [Read more...]
ING2 celebrates 10 years in helping local businesses
ING2 is a not-for-profit Rushcliffe-based networking and business support group which meets fortnightly at Edwalton Golf Club. Formed from the long-standing Independent Networking Group, it is celebrating its 10th year of providing advice, support and networking opportunities - and is now … [Read more...]
Cropwell Bishop girl takes inspiration from her mum to set up new business
A girl from Cropwell Bishop has started a business venture after taking inspiration from her mum’s battle with cancer. Emily Barge has set up a company called Nibble N Often, which offers a box full bite-sized non-clinical snacks that can be enjoyed little and often. The 20-year-old told the … [Read more...]
Top 10 announced in Nottingham’s independent business of the year competition
The competition to find Nottingham’s top independent business in the retail and leisure sectors within the city centre has reached an important milestone with the announcement of the five finalists in the two categories in the competition. In the eating, drinking and things to do category, the … [Read more...]
UK business Shredall secures information security certification
Confidential waste and recycling company Shredall has been awarded the ISO 27001 certificate by the global certification body, NQA, in recognition of its high standards of data security management. The certification acknowledges the firm’s strategic and operational approach to protecting its … [Read more...]
BUSINESSES GAIN DEGREE OF INSIGHT AT NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY
Professionals from across the region attended the first Nottingham Means Business (NMB) lunch of 2016 this month (29 January) held and sponsored by Nottingham Trent University (NTU) at its Old Library. As part of the lunch, NMB members heard from two guest speakers: Mark Onyett partner at … [Read more...]
EMERGING DESIGNER OF THE YEAR TO SET UP OWN BUSINESS
A local fashion designer has won the Midlands Emerging Designer of the Year and is now setting up her own business In 2015, young designer Sarah Louise Woodward completed her four-year degree at the University of Derby studying Fashion Studies. Since graduating with a First-Class Honours degree, … [Read more...]
NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL BUSINESS CLUB BUILDS ON SUCCESS
Following the success and popularity of the first Nottingham High School Business Club networking event that took place in October last year, the school is holding another event which is taking place on Thursday 18 February 2016. The Nottingham High School Business Club is aimed at alumni of the … [Read more...]
SUCCESS FOR BRIDGFORD-BASED BUSINESS
James Sylvester, owner of Adjust Massage, has seen a doubling of his business over the past six months with the help of another local entrepreneur, Jackie Key of Key Principles, also based in West Bridgford. Using the power of Google Adwords and Jackie’s understanding of how to get the best out … [Read more...]
NELSONS SOLICITORS TO HOST FREE SEMINAR ON ECONOMIC UPDATES
Businesses in Nottingham will be given the opportunity to learn more about recent economic updates, when Nelsons Solicitors host a free seminar at their offices next month. Organised in conjunction with the Bank of England, the seminar will take place on November 10 at Nelsons Solicitors offices … [Read more...]