Four individuals who are using technology to drive positive change and generate social impact have been chosen as the first cohort of ‘champions’ for Tech4Good South West, the not-for-profit organisation on a mission to strengthen links between society and technology. The four were selected by a panel of experts and...
The founder and MD of a Bristol-based PR agency has reached the finals of the UK Top Business Adviser Awards. Catherine Frankpitt, pictured, of Strike Communications was selected out of hundreds of leaders from across the UK and Ireland for her hard work and dedication to growing the business...
Law firm Thrings, which has an office in Bristol, has appointed Jo Campbell as its new head of business development in a move it said demonstrated its commitment to growth. Jo, pictured, who will lead Thrings’ extensive business development programme, is an established leader in creating growth and commercial...
Corporate finance experts in the Bristol office of professional services group Evelyn Partners have worked on a key deal in the fast-developing UK edtech market. The team acted as lead advisor to the shareholders of the takeover or Scholarcy, a streamlined and user-friendly study tool that helps students and...
Turley, the national planning and development consultancy with a base in Bristol, has recruited Annie Gingell as associate director in its South West and Wales team. Annie, pictured, joins from the Bristol office of property consultancy Tetlow King Planning, where she spent more than seven-and-a-half years as an associate...
Monday November 18 Finals: Diploma, Cerillion Interims: Sirius Real Estate, Big Yellow Group, Polar Capital Holdings Tuesday November 19 Finals: Imperial Brands, Virgin Money UK, Avon Technologies Interims: Vianet Group, Gear4music (Holdings), GB Group, Trifast, Mothercare, Manolete Partners, CML Microsystems, Calnex Solutions, Revolution Beauty Group, Mulberry Group Wednesday November 20 Finals: Sage...
Construction work on Bristol’s delayed £200m Sporting Quarter is expected to start next year following the dismissal of a judicial review in the High Court. The scheme, pictured, close to Ashton Gate Stadium – home to Bristol City Football Club and the Bristol Bears rugby club – will include...
Bristol International Balloon Fiesta has cut its deficit after taking urgent steps this year to strengthen its financial stability. Since the pandemic the iconic free-to-attend event, now in its 46th year, has been operating at a loss, with 2023’s event losing £100,000. However, thanks to the support from local...
Bristol serial entrepreneur Rob Law, best known for his Trunki ride-on kids’ suitcase, has launched his latest venture – a sleep training clock. Called Zeepy, it is aimed at children aged between two and six and uses melatonin-friendly lighting to help foster a more restful sleep. To complement the...
A firm with a groundbreaking approach to building healthier, happier and high-performing workplaces is in the running for a major business award. Kuutch was founded by workplace wellbeing and leadership specialist Samantha Tremlin, pictured, with a mission to redefine corporate wellness by blending science with holistic practices. This integrated...
Neighbourly, the pioneering Bristol-based community engagement platform, has secured funding to support its growth and accelerate its embedded AI capabilities. Launched in in 2014, Neighbourly helps businesses deliver employee volunteering programmes, provide financial support and donate surplus products to thousands of vetted local charities and good causes across the UK...
A fried chicken restaurant group with its roots in the West of England has teamed up with a Bristol design agency to give it a new brand identity as it embarks on a period of expansion. Miss Millie’s, which opened its first outlet in 1965 and now has 14...
Accountancy and advisory firm Bishop Fleming has underlined its commitment to responsible business practices in its third annual report on the issue, saying it had become a key factor in the way it now operates. The Responsible Business Impact report underscores the firm’s ongoing commitment to fostering a sustainable future,...
