Business

Employment Hubs: supporting local communities across Devon

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 08/21/2024 - 12:37am

Devon County Council is set to expand its network of Youth and Adult Employment Hubs across the county to support people into employment and training.

Working in partnership with four district councils (East Devon, Exeter City, Mid Devon and North Devon), the County Council already has a number of Hubs in operation at Barnstaple Library, Cullompton Library, Exeter Library, and at the Beehive Community Centre in Honiton. Now, two more Hubs are set to open at the Family Hub in Ilfracombe and the Old Heathcoat School Community Centre in Tiverton.

What are Youth and Adult...

Architectural practice supports employees to complete studies

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 08/05/2024 - 2:55pm

A Westcountry architectural practice is supporting two members of staff to complete their architectural studies whilst working for the company, bucking the national trend which forces many would-be-architects to take unpaid leave in order to further their studies.

According to Poynton Bradbury Architects, the architectural industry in the UK faces several challenges, including a skills shortage and the rapid evolution of design and construction methodologies. Poynton Bradbury, who has offices in St Ives and Exeter, says architectural practices should encourage ongoing education...

Alternative Marketing Strategies Your Business Needs to Try

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Mon, 07/15/2024 - 2:04pm

In our online world, it’s hard to come up with a marketing strategy or campaign that doesn’t smack of ‘been there, done that’, and often you run the risk of being a copycat in what is undoubtedly a competitive market, whatever industry you’re in. While you might not be able to do something original, you can at least make your marketing efforts unique to your brand, by employing a range of the tactics we’re going to talk about in this article.

By the end, you may have a seed of an idea that could bloom into an avenue of marketing that your brand may not have tried before....

Old and New Marketing Avenues to Take Advantage of

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 07/15/2024 - 12:06pm

With more brands vying for attention than ever before, it’s never been so important to be on top of your marketing to stay ahead of the competition.

What more and more businesses are finding is that a blend of traditional and modern marketing is often required to be heard above the rest, so just how can you utilise various marketing techniques to reach your audience? In this article, we’ll be sharing some areas of marketing you could explore…

Traditional marketing avenues

Let’s cover some of the more old-school methods first; don’t write them off until you’ve...

Corporate Event Management: Crafting a Memorable Event Experience

Authored by Ellie Green
Posted: Fri, 07/05/2024 - 9:11pm

In today's dynamic corporate landscape, a company's success is often reflected in the quality of its events. Corporate event management is not merely about organising a gathering but creating a memorable experience that leaves a lasting impression on attendees.

Understanding Corporate Events

Corporate events are gatherings organised by businesses for various purposes, including networking, training, marketing, and celebrating achievements. These events range from small meetings and workshops to large conferences and trade shows. The primary goals of corporate events are...

Solus opens new vehicle repair centre in Exeter

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 06/26/2024 - 10:56am

Solus, a wholly-owned subsidiary of insurer, Aviva, is opening a new vehicle damage repair centre in Exeter.

The new centre is the first in the South West, complementing the existing network of repair centres across the UK. The opening of Exeter Solus is a continuation of Aviva’s strategy to support its motor insurance customers by increasing the number of motor claims managed from start to finish.

Located at Sowton Industrial Estate, the 20,000 ft2 site will create 24 jobs, ranging from vehicle technicians and consultants to customer care roles.

Solus - the...

Exeter business competes against multinationals at the Computing Digital Technology Leaders Awards 2024

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 06/25/2024 - 10:45pm

Exe Squared Ltd , an Exeter-based web application development and data management company have been shortlisted for not one, but two prestigious awards at the Computing Digital Technology Leaders Awards 2024.

Exe Squared pride themselves on being a comprehensive solution provider, uniquely combining their in-house capabilities to build applications, design hardware and 3D print prototypes.

The company, which employs just 14 staff, has been s hortlisted in the Digital Service Company of the Year category, which recognises outstanding companies delivering exceptional...

The Benefits of Hiring Part-Time Employees for Your Business

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Mon, 05/27/2024 - 4:55pm

Companies must remain agile and adaptable in today's fast-paced and ever-changing business environment. One of the strategies that can help businesses achieve this flexibility is hiring part-time employees. Part-time workers can offer numerous advantages to organisations of all sizes and across various industries. This blog will examine the key benefits of hiring part-time employees and how they can contribute to your business's success.

Flexibility and Cost Efficiency

Enhanced Scheduling Flexibility: One of the most significant benefits of hiring part-time employees is the...

Why Your Business Should Switch to Targeted Cleaning Services

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 05/22/2024 - 7:27pm

Running a business is a juggling act. You're constantly focused on sales, marketing, staffing, and a million other things. Cleaning? It easily gets pushed to the back burner. But here's the thing: a clean work environment is crucial for your company's success. It impacts everything from employee morale to customer perception.

That's where targeted cleaning services come in. Forget the generic one-size-fits-all approach. Targeted cleaning services tailor their services to your specific needs. This means you get exactly what you need, without paying for extras you don't.

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Property Lending specialists, Exeter Finance, reaches significant milestone, with ten year funding partnership with Shawbrook

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 05/17/2024 - 11:35pm

Hot on the heels of celebrating a decade in the property lending sector in 2023, Exeter Finance have now reached a further milestone with a ten year collaboration with Shawbrook.

Exeter Finance is a specialist provider of loan facilities in the South West and was established by Peter Keech in 2013 to serve the local property market with a personal and efficient approach. The business has arranged over 700 loans to date, 130 of these current, and delivered over £250million to fund bridging loans, auction purchases and development projects.

The team at Exeter Finance...

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