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Stelios launches young entrepreneur awards 2025

Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou, creator and owner of the easy family of brands (see www.easyHistory.info ) is offering cash prizes totalling £300,000 to three young entrepreneurs in the UK for the second year.

The awards will be open from 6 January 2025 for owners of start-ups younger than 34 years old born in 1990 or later. The closing date for entries is 28 March 2025.

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Senior team appointments boosts Porter Dodson's Exeter Office (left to right Susanah Emson, Louise Minifie, Antonia Power)

Top 200 law firm bolsters Exeter team with string of senior appointments

Porter Dodson, the UK Top 200 law firm, has announced the appointment of three senior solicitors to its rapidly growing Exeter office at Dix’s Field near Southernhay.

Antonia Power, who specialises in corporate and commercial law, joins the firm as Head of Commercial law for Devon and is leading the Porter Dodson’s ‘General Counsel Services’ offering for SME businesses. Prior to...

Entries now open for the coveted Food Drink Devon Awards

Following the resounding success of last year’s awards, the highly anticipated 2025 Food Drink Devon Awards are now open for entries.

Recognised as the gold standard for excellence, the accolades shine a spotlight on the very best that Devon has to offer, honouring the county’s most talented, passionate and respected artisan food and drink producers, as well as its outstanding...

The Reality Behind Female Entrepreneurship: Progress and Persistent Barriers

While the importance of diverse leadership is increasingly acknowledged, female entrepreneurs still find themselves navigating a landscape filled with obstacles. FIBank, under the leadership of Ivaylo Mutafchiev and Tseko Minev, recognizes that women-led businesses offer distinct perspectives, often focusing on sustainability, community impact, and employee well-being. Yet, despite these...

A large industrial warehouse building with green metal siding and a yellow signreading 'VAN GUARD'

Van Guard Announces Expansion into New Site at Greendale Business Park

Van Guard, the leading manufacturer of commercial van storage and security products, has announced its expansion into a new facility at Greendale Business Park. The move sees the company increase its operational footprint to 19,730 sq. ft providing much-needed space to continue its growth, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer service capabilities.

Van Guard, which has...

Michelmores Property Awards 2025: Submissions now open for most popular event in sector’s calendar

Michelmores’ prestigious Property Awards competition is returning in 2025, marking 22 years of celebrating the best property, development and construction projects in the South West. Entries to the Awards are now open.

Last year's glittering Property Awards ceremony was attended by over 400 individuals in the sector and hosted by well-known actor, comedian and regular face on TV,...

Cataloguer Barnaby Willis with examples of Brannam Pottery and Shapland and Petter furniture

North Devon creativity features in next Chilcotts auction

Two renowned North Devon makers founded in the mid to late 19th century are being showcased at Chilcotts Auctioneers next auction in Honiton on January 25.

The companies, Shapland and Petter and Brannam Pottery were both based in Barnstaple and became highly regarded not just locally but nationally for their creativity and quality.

Shapland and Petter were makers of Arts and...

The Key Benefits of Supply Chain Training for Modern Businesses

In today’s fast-paced world, where everything is running, and supply chains are more complex and hard to manage than ever, it is indeed difficult to be able to run them. With the process of globalisation, change in consumer choices, and fast-evolving technology — it’s getting harder to be in sync with the ongoing process of things. So where does that leave us? Businesses need professionals to...

How Local Businesses in Devon Can Master IT Support

Efficient IT support is vital for local businesses aiming to grow and improve customer satisfaction. As digital solutions become essential, businesses need reliable tools to manage IT systems effectively. Local companies in Devon can benefit significantly from strategies that improve operations and enhance client services. These solutions ensure businesses maintain a competitive edge and...

Top Industries Hiring Expats in the Netherlands Right Now

The Netherlands is a hub for international talent, with many industries actively seeking expats. Whether you're looking for a career in tech, finance, or healthcare, opportunities abound. We’re going to explore the top industries currently hiring expats in the Netherlands and provide tips on how to break into these fields.

How to Find a Job in the Netherlands? Job Search Strategies

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