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Plea for old computers to boost local dementia charity’s funds

April 7, 2016
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Plea for old computers to boost local dementia charity’s funds

Firms are being urged to donate their old computers and help raise much-needed money for a locally based charity. The call has come from Trowbridge-based Priority IT, which is refurbishing second-hand computers for sale and giving the proceeds to its chosen charity, Alzheimer’s Support.  The scheme is proving so successful that the specialist IT...

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Investment group BGF grows regional team to meet increased demand for funding

April 5, 2016
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Investment group BGF grows regional team to meet increased demand for funding

The South West and Thames Valley investment team of BGF (Business Growth Fund) has expanded with the appointment of Alex Snodgrass. Alex, pictured, is the latest addition to the 10-strong team, which is responsible for identifying investment opportunities and managing the deal process from origination through to completion. Alex has more than 10 years’...

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Ignition fired up for the future as it marks 20 years of branding excellence

April 1, 2016
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Ignition fired up for the future as it marks 20 years of branding excellence

Bath-based branding agency Ignition Strategic Design celebrates its 20th anniversary this month – and has never been busier. Founded in April 1996, the agency specialises in ‘bringing brands to life’, having created, curated and nurtured brands of many high-profile clients over the past two decades. It puts its success down to its simple approach...

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The House scoops top branding awards for fourth year running

April 1, 2016
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The House scoops top branding awards for fourth year running

Innovative Bath agency The House has won four rebranding awards in a scheme staged by Transform, the leading global branding magazine. The agency, which specialises in building brands around a clear sense of purpose, has now won Transform Europe awards for four years in a row. The House collected bronze for its work with Devizes-based engineering...

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New survey reveals West bosses evenly split over EU as backing for Brexit grows

March 31, 2016
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New survey reveals West bosses evenly split over EU as backing for Brexit grows

Support for Brexit has increased markedly among South West business leaders over the past year, according to a new survey, leaving the region’s bosses sharply divided on the vital issue of EU membership. The business poll, conducted by growth capital firm BGF (Business Growth Fund), shows 52% of the region’s business leaders believe British...

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Breakfast survey show bosses get fruity in the morning – but the full English isn’t toast yet

March 31, 2016
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Breakfast survey show bosses get fruity in the morning – but the full English isn’t toast yet

It’s seen as the most important meal of the day and for many famous entrepreneurs it sets them up nicely for long hours of doing business. But is there right or wrong food to eat for breakfast for the busy boss or owner-manager? Virgin founder Sir Richard Branson is said to enjoy fresh fruit...

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Bath firms urged to back 24 Hours in Bristol photo competition

March 31, 2016
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Bath firms urged to back 24 Hours in Bristol photo competition

A call has gone out to Bath firms to support a unique photo competition which focuses on a day in the life of Bristol. The annual 24-hour photo-marathon returns next month for its fourth year and is open to anyone with a smartphone or camera. In previous years it has attracted hundreds of amateur...

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West firms explore export potential at CBI global growth event

March 26, 2016
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West firms explore export potential at CBI global growth event

More than 100 businesses from across the South West heard how to grow their export potential at the recent CBI Global Growth Conference. The event, held in partnership with UK Trade and Investment, was aimed at businesses that want to explore overseas markets. The conference at the UWE Conference Centre in Bristol was opened...

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Scheme seeking business mentors to build powerful connections between firms and education

March 24, 2016
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Scheme seeking business mentors to build powerful connections between firms and education

Volunteers are being sought from Bath businesses to support schools careers and enterprise strategies across the West of England. The West of England Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) is taking part in the first wave of a new government-led national programme to unlock the potential of young people aged between 12 and 18. The LEP,...

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Bath firms urged to get their skates on in contest to find South West’s happiest workplace

March 23, 2016
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Bath firms urged to get their skates on in contest to find South West’s happiest workplace

Bath’s go-ahead firms are being encouraged to follow in the tracks of skateboard distributor Shiner and show the benefits of creating a great workplace culture. Bristol-based Shiner collected the top prize in last year’s inaugural South West Happiest Workplace competition, attributing its success to being “laid back with no egos”. The third-generation family firm,...

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