Love Business East Midlands

24th May 2019

Love Business and KuKu Connect back Nachural Entrepreneurship Awards

Business networking organisations Love Business and KuKu Connect have given their backing to a leading awards scheme which aims to celebrate the success of entrepreneurs across the East Midlands.

24th May 2019

Up in the beams for Leicestershire businesses

12, Queen Street, Leicester LE1 1TQ Thursday, 6th June, 6-8pm

24th May 2019

Spatial Global hosts Bank of England breakfast

Independent freight forwarding specialist Spatial Global hosted agents from the regional office of the Bank of England recently, at a breakfast forum on behalf of East Midlands Chamber (Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire). It was attended by loc

24th May 2019

Love Business drive day a Huge Success

More than 30 business leaders from across the region got the chance to put the latest hybrid Lexus and Toyota models to the test at a unique driving event from Love Business. We hosted the Love Business Hybrid Experience in partnership with Inchcape Derb

22nd May 2019

Workshop promises to be picture perfect

Local entrepreneurs are getting a helping hand to use the latest creatives photography techniques to sell their services.

22nd May 2019

East Midlands law firm opens Corby office

East Midlands law firm Bray & Bray has opened an office in Corby, the next step in its strategy for expansion across the East Midlands region.

22nd May 2019

ARBA unveils plans for flagship Warsop development

The ARBA Group, the people behind a number of successful projects that have helped to revitalise town centres in the East Midlands, has unveiled plans for a flagship site in Warsop, Nottinghamshire.

22nd May 2019

Twin wins for Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre at RIC Awards

THE NEW Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre has picked up two regional RICS East Midlands Awards, adding to a successful start to May for Woodhead Group.

22nd May 2019

AECOM director joins Destination Chesterfield board

AECOM’s Director of Water, Ports and Power North, Michael Timmins, has been appointed to the Board of Destination Chesterfield.

22nd May 2019

YMD Boon shortlisted for Company of the Year at Derby Telegraph Business Awards

Architecture and construction consultancy YMD Boon has been shortlisted for the coveted Company of the Year accolade at the 2019 Derby Telegraph Business Awards.

22nd May 2019

The ‘Pied Piper’ of the Derwent Valley

It was a sight to behold, Richard Thoday, Britain’s leading Penny Farthing cyclist, leading a line of green clad cyclists up the Derwent Valley. It was all in support of a campaign to create a dedicated off-highway cycle route through the valley, alongsid

22nd May 2019

Duncan & Toplis celebrates 30 years in former brewery with commemorative beer

Duncan & Toplis is marking 30 years since moving into the former Castle Brewery offices in Newark by brewing a commemorative beer.

22nd May 2019

Grantham-based lawyer selected for leading national legal role

A personal injury solicitor from Grantham law firm JMP Solicitors has been elected for a top national legal role as part of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL).

22nd May 2019

DBCP dominates at LABC East Midlands Building Excellence Awards 2019

Derbyshire Building Control Partnership (DBCP) swept the board at the annual LABC East Midlands Building Excellence Awards 2019.

22nd May 2019

Morley Hayes named East Midlands Wedding Venue of the Year

Derbyshire hotel, wedding and leisure complex Morley Hayes has been named East Midlands Wedding Venue of the Year at the 2019 I Do Wedding Awards.

22nd May 2019

Employment Discrimination Workshop - Friday 14 June 2019

Lawson-West’s employment team of lawyers from the firm’s Market Harborough office is co-hosting with The Ink Group a workshop event at the Market Harborough Innovation Centre on 14 June next month.

22nd May 2019

Building bridges to careers in STEM with Derby College

In conjunction with East Midlands Rail Forum (EMRF) and Derby College, Ward joined other local businesses as STEM Ambassadors at #iRail2019 in Derby’s Roundhouse to encourage students to consider careers in rail and engineering.

22nd May 2019

Students meet ‘mock buster’ visual effects maker

A visual effects specialist, who has worked on films such as Sharknado and Three Headed Shark Attack, has visited West Nottinghamshire College’s creative media students to give them tips on the artistic side of film-making.

22nd May 2019

Distribution deal for hay fever products manufacturer sealed in time for summer

Northants-based logistics firm The NX Group has recently secured a deal to deliver a full, integrated supply chain of services to an internationally-distributing organic hay fever products manufacturer. The deal was secured thanks in part to the transport

22nd May 2019

Lincoln Transport Hub reaches successful destination at Regional Awards

A £30M collaborative project in the heart of Lincoln - Lincoln Transport Hub - has been awarded the top accolade in the Infrastructure category at the East Midlands RICS Awards this week, following the work of contractor Willmott Dixon. It will now compe

21st May 2019

Boots makeover to change the face of high street beauty at intu Derby

Boots at intu Derby is set to change the face of high street beauty as its Beauty Hall receives a transformational make-over.

21st May 2019

New marketing co-ordinator looks to further her career with leading Leicestershire developer

A five star Leicestershire developer is meeting the demands of the industry by expanding its marketing team and welcoming a new Marketing Co-ordinator to its head office.

21st May 2019

Safe and Sound appoints new Chief Executive to spearhead growth

A former senior police officer has been appointed to head up a specialist local charity dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people who are victims or at risk of child sexual exploitation (CSE).

21st May 2019

Energy efficient Leicestershire student scheme scoops RICS Award

ONE of Leicester’s high-end student residential schemes has scooped a prestigious RICS award which recognises the very best buildings in the region.

21st May 2019

Building Society wins two Leicestershire Cares awards

Hinckley & Rugby Building Society has won double awards for its staff members’ volunteering in schools and colleges.

21st May 2019

EMC Tiles expands and becomes latest name in Eagle Park success

Family business EMC Tiles is investing around £1 million in a move which promises to bring quality tiles to Derby and create jobs.

21st May 2019

New hires for SuperFOIL after moving to Lincoln

East Midlands manufacturer and supplier, SuperFOIL Insulation has announced a number of new hires as the company completes its move to Lincoln.

21st May 2019

Accountants’ advice for staying a step ahead with directors’ loan accounts

Leicester chartered accountants Newby Castleman is calling for Leicestershire businesses to watch out in regard to directors’ loan accounts, as this is an area of limited company operations that tends to trip up businesses during tax return reviews.

21st May 2019

Ready, set, grow – Starter plots for new gardeners created as part of community volunteering project

Local residents are celebrating the success of a community volunteering project at Ashbourne Road Allotments, which has seen the creation of six starter plots for new allotmenteers.

21st May 2019

Central Foods Appoints New Business Development Manager

Frozen food distributor Central Foods has announced the appointment of John Shephard as its new business development manager.

21st May 2019

The heat is on in college’s professional kitchen

A six-course gastronomic showcase will be served up this week by graduating catering and hospitality students at West Nottinghamshire College as they near the end of their course.

21st May 2019

Nottingham-based T Bailey Fund Services Strengthens Board with Appointment of Independent Non-Executive Director

Nottingham-based independent full-service fund administration service provider T Bailey Fund Services (TBFS) has appointed experienced governance professional Anna Troup to its Board of Directors.

20th May 2019

XenoGesis reports rapid export growth

Nottingham-based leading DMPK provider, XenoGesis has reported a 78% increase in its exports from last year, with half of its revenue now coming from overseas.

20th May 2019

Two senior appointments as Tank continues to grow

Digital PR agency Tank has announced two senior level appointments following a succession of new business wins.

20th May 2019

Students host TV-style gameshows for end-of-term

Travel and tourism students at West Nottinghamshire College have fulfilled their last assignment with plenty of sparkle and spotlight.

20th May 2019

Purpose Media Warm up for Play on Pitch Day

Staff at full-service marketing agency Purpose Media are warming up for their annual “Play on the Pitch’ tournament, which is taking place at the New York Stadium, home to Rotherham United FC.

20th May 2019

Discussing office development in Leicester

LBV to host business event on 21 June 2019 at Mattioli Woods in Leicester

20th May 2019

Octavian IT celebrates third anniversary with triple-digit growth and new hires

Nottingham IT solutions business Octavian IT is celebrating its third anniversary with two new hires and another year of 100% turnover growth.

20th May 2019

Nottingham contractor promotes wellbeing with massages and smoothie bikes

Willmott Dixon invited its people and supply chain partners to take part in a series of mindful activities this month (13 -19 May) to raise awareness of Mental Health Awareness Week 2019.

20th May 2019

Further senior appointments at Butler & Willow

East Midlands commercial fit-out and refurbishment specialist Butler & Willow has expanded its team of professionals once again with the addition of a further install manager, Andrew Hanson.

20th May 2019

Barratt and David Wilson homes offers support for Broxtowe Women's Project

20th May 2019

Palace Garden Party Invite For Local Businesswoman

Burton-based Ask the Chameleon director Rachel Hayward has attended the Queen’s garden party at Buckingham Palace in recognition of her work.

20th May 2019

Belmayne launches free financial surgeries

Dronfield-based chartered financial planners, Belmayne, are opening their doors to the local community, to provide free surgeries about preparing for and living through retirement.

20th May 2019

One year on from GDPR - but what have we learnt?

This week marks one year since the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) arrived on 25 May with much speculation and uncertainty. Julia Seary, partner at Roythornes Solicitors, looks at what we’ve learnt and what major scandals, if any, have come to l

17th May 2019

Quiet Storm help to evolve the online presence of East Midlands Chamber, to deliver even more value to members

East Midlands Chamber is the region’s biggest business support organisation.

17th May 2019

A sanctuary for businesses in Derbyshire - Wednesday, 5th June, 6-8pm

The Sanctuary 18-19, Iron Gate, Derby. DE1 3GP

17th May 2019

UK Pasta Manufacturer tells growth story since Rank Hovis McDougall buy-out

The owners and directors of food and agri businesses will have the opportunity to hear how the only scale manufacturer of pasta in the UK has grown and developed since it was bought from Rank Hovis & McDougall.

17th May 2019

Peveril Homes continues to grow its sales team with the appointment of new Sales Manager, Stuart Brookes

Derbyshire-based house builder Peveril Homes is maintaining its growth momentum after hiring experienced Sales Manager, Stuart Brookes.

17th May 2019

Landmark Nottingham office to undergo multimillion-pound transformation

A historic landmark office building in the Nottingham suburb of Wilford is set to undergo a multimillion-pound refurbishment after a property deal brokered by commercial property specialists NG Chartered Surveyors.

17th May 2019

Nachural Entrepreneurship Awards - 12th June 2019

Marriott Hotel, Leicester LE19 1SW - 6.00-8.00pm

17th May 2019

THE LOVE MARKETING BAKE OFF: DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

We are looking for brilliant teams of bakers (brilliant teams not brilliant bakers:) to take part in The Love Marketing Bake Off!

17th May 2019

Dains advises on the cross-border sale of leading international automotive remanufacturer ATP to US-based ATC Drivetrain

Dains Corporate Finance has advised ATP Industries Group Limited on the sale of ATP Automotive Transmission Remanufacturing Specialists Limited, ATP Electronic Developments Limited and ATP Holdings USA LLC (collectively “ATP”) to US-based ATC Drivetrain (

17th May 2019

Hampton Brook appoints new Development Director for growth strategy

Midlands based property developer Hampton Brook has appointed Matthew Connor as a new Development Director who will join the team to drive its ambitious growth strategy for its commercial development portfolio.

17th May 2019

Cyber security's ticking time bomb

Derbyshire businesses urged to take action before it’s too late

17th May 2019

Midlands Financial Planner Going for Growth with New Appointment

East Midlands based financial planning firm, Cowens Financial Architects, part of Cowens Group, has further strengthened its team with a third new appointment within six months.

17th May 2019

Apprentice Luan scoops top business accolade

A Mansfield apprentice has scooped a prestigious business award in recognition of his outstanding commitment towards his career and studies.

16th May 2019

Homebuilder donates £1,000 to Lulu's appeal as part of community fund

Marking the first contribution of its Community Fund scheme, David Wilson Homes has donated £1,000 to Lulu’s Appeal to help a young girl from Bedford receive vital cancer treatment in New York.

16th May 2019

XenoGesis Global Head of Business Development joins BioPartner Advisory Board

Dr Rachel Hemsley, Global Head of Business Development at Nottingham-based leading DMPK provider XenoGesis, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of BioPartner, the trade organisation for internationalising life sciences companies.

16th May 2019

5-a-side footie favourites score for charity!

Russell Roof Tiles’ top five-a-side squad recently battled it out with local businesses from the Burton area to raise money for charity.

16th May 2019

Timber firm’s £6,000 donation to boost Notts construction skills

Huthwaite-based SR Timber has donated a range of timber products totalling more than £6,000 in value to its local college in a bid to support the next generation of construction workers and roofing contractors in Nottinghamshire.

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