Business

Two Major Tourism Awards for Cofton Holidays

Tucked away amongst 80 acres of Devon countryside, off the beaten track near Dawlish is an award-winning holiday park loved by holiday makers and local day trippers alike. Cofton Holidays is an eco friendly tourist destination run by a local Devon family. Their many years of dedication to creating a great visitor experience at the site has just been recognised with two prestigious awards at...

Exeter IT support company wins technology expert award

Timewade, a leading technology partner for SMEs, won the Notty’s Business Awards’ Techspert Award, at a ceremony at Winslade Manor on 23 November.

The inaugural Notty’s Business Awards recognises the achievements of Exeter’s ‘best in business’ organisations.

The winners were announced at an awards ceremony on 23 November at Winslade Manor.

Local technology partner...

Education and Awareness - Developing Social Sensitivity with BAME Speakers

Access to social awareness problems and issues is fundamental to personal development and growth. Cultivating these awareness skills at a young age and in various aspects of life, including the workplace, is of utmost importance.

Statistics reveal a significant gap in social sensitivity, particularly in understanding and appreciating the perspectives of Black, Asian, and Minority...

Forging the Fore Street Music Quarter: New music store and flagship Yamaha dealer, the Music Depot, opens in Exeter

The Music Depot, an exciting venture from the dedicated team behind Sidwell Street’s beloved Musicroom, is set to strike a chord with musicians from across the region with the opening of their new store on Saturday December 2.

Selected by international instrument manufacturer Yamaha as their flagship dealer for the South West of England, the Music Depot is poised to make a resounding...

Elevating Sales Pitches: Explainer Videos in Business Presentations

Sales pitches can be an art form, but they're also a science. You need to hit your target audience's needs and wants right on the head. That's where explainer videos come in. They can help you do that by illustrating what you do or demonstrating how it works, which helps make your pitch clear and concise. A good sales pitch should be easy to understand, especially if the product is...

Devon charities encouraged to safeguard donations and resources during fraud awareness week

With Charity Fraud Awareness Week taking place between 27th November and 1st December, Ansvar, a leading specialist insurer for the charity, not-for-profit and faith sectors, is raising awareness about how organisations across Devon can be proactive to protect their assets, reputation, and beneficiaries.

The week serves as a vital initiative to promote understanding about the serious...

Outsource for the Win: How to Grow Your Business Quickly

Outsourcing, when strategically implemented, can be a powerful catalyst for your business's rapid growth. It opens doors to specialised skills and innovative solutions, often beyond the scope of in-house capabilities. By outsourcing certain functions, you optimise operational efficiency and free up valuable resources. Outsourcing allows you to focus on core business activities while external...

From Clotted Cream to Coffee Beans: Launching Your Café in Devon

Nestled in the heart of England’s southwest, Devon boasts a vibrant café culture. One that beckons entrepreneurs to embark on a unique culinary journey. Of course, this picturesque landscape and its rich cultural heritage is the perfect place to launch a new café.

The allure of this delightful spot might have been enough to convince you to launch your very own café in Devon! As you...

Plymouth business scoops top awards at the 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards

A Plymouth-based business has won a top award at the 2023 BFA HSBC British Franchise Awards.

The awards often referred to as the ‘Oscars of franchising’ were held at the Vox Conference Centre in Birmingham on 9th November 2023.

Plymouth-based home help company Extra Help took home the ‘Lifestyle Franchisor of the Year’.

Founded in 1977 and with a strapline of ‘...

Learn How to Plan a Corporate Event Your Attendees Won't Soon Forget 

We live in a society that focuses attention on productivity because it's closely connected to producing outcomes and results. As such, when you're planning a corporate event, you get the impression that it's a complete waste of time and resources. Nevertheless, upon reflecting on the matter, you realize that conferences, shareholders' meetings, product launches, and charity events generate...

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