Business

Succession Planning

5 things you need to think about for succession

Devon has some of the UK’s largest and most successful businesses, whether it’s St Austell Brewery, Princess Yachts, or Celtic & Co. But running a family business isn’t always plain sailing, and one of the biggest challenges that family businesses face is succession.

Succession is the process of handing a business – or large amount of wealth – down to the next generation of...

1,000-school milestone for IMP Software, as Multi-Academy Trust finance specialists target further growth

IMP Software, specialists in Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) budgeting and financial management software, are toasting success after a flurry of new customers took them past the 1,000-school milestone – less than three years after the company was formed.

Exeter-based IMP is now working with 119 MATs, comprising 1,008 schools, which are reaping the benefits of its award-winning IMP Planner...

Best in Tech revealed at Tech South West Awards 2021

Winners of this year’s Tech South West Awards have been revealed at a live ceremony at the new multi-million pound Market Hall and Immersive Dome venue in Plymouth.

Artificial reef systems, satellite-powered earth observation and filtration systems to tackle microplastic pollution were among the innovations celebrated at the annual technology awards covering the entire South West...

Devon business celebrates unique gift and E-card success

Do you want to celebrate a special moment in someone’s life and are looking for a unique gift which says so, so much, but doesn’t cost the world?

Do you ever think of giving someone a ‘pick me up’ present, something which will brighten someone’s day, but struggle to know what to send? Are you looking for a way to say ‘sorry,’ but simply don’t know how?

We’ve all been there....

Devon builders merchant’s ‘cheeky’ charity calendar goes on sale

RGB Building Supplies’ Well Built Builder’s Bum 2022 calendar is now on sale to raise vital funds for the builders merchant’s chosen charities, Devon Mind, Cornwall Mind and Mind in Somerset.

RGB invited tradespeople to put themselves forward to be included in the calendar and be photographed whilst doing their job, but with a little bit of their bottom on display.

In addition...

Foot Anstey launches electric car scheme to over 600 employees

Foot Anstey , the national law firm, is taking a big step to reduce its carbon footprint by incentivising its over 600 employees to drive electric vehicles (EV) or ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEV). The firm, which has offices across the South West, London and Southampton, has struck a deal with Tusker, the car benefit company, to offer an affordable way for its employees to lease one of...

Greg Parsons, new chair of Food Drink Devon

Greg Parsons appointed chair of Food Drink Devon as membership reaches record levels

Food Drink Devon, one of the county’s leading food and drink organisations, has announced Greg Parsons, managing director of Sharpham Cheese, has been appointed its new chairperson. The announcement comes at a time when Food Drink Devon has recorded its highest ever membership numbers, meaning that it now represents more than 330 food and drink producers, retailers, hospitality venues and...

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SunGift to help Jurassic Fibre with green aims

South West solar energy installer SunGift Solar has secured an order from ultrafast full-fibre broadband provider, Jurassic Fibre for its first solar PV installation.

The 100.05Kw system is to be installed at Jurassic Fibre’s premises at Bramble Hill Industrial Estate in Honiton.

Like SunGift, which has provided renewable energy to businesses and homes in the region since 2005...

Exeter-based agency celebrates 21st anniversary with a focus on purpose

Award-winning Exeter agency Absolute PR and Marketing is celebrating 21 years in business with a brand refresh which reflects the agency and team’s passion for building brands with purpose.

Born out of a shared drive for delivering meaningful and purposeful work that has a positive impact, be that for clients or for the wider benefit of society and the climate, Absolute has adopted a...

Eleanor Roberts apprentice with South Devon College

Time to rethink Apprenticeships says Devon College

If you think you know all about apprenticeships, then maybe it’s time to think again, according to South Devon College.

“Most people think you can only do apprenticeships in hospitality, construction or beauty, but here at South Devon College we offer a wide range of apprenticeships, including higher and degree apprenticeships,” explained Ben Pountney, Operational Manager for...

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