Leadership transition at Leeds-based Stephenson Personal Care: Jamie Bentley passes the torch to Robert Carr and welcomes Sarah Bradley as Executive Chairman
Stephenson Personal Care (‘Stephenson’), a global leader in personal care and cosmetic ingredients, announces a significant leadership transition as Jamie Bentley, the visionary force behind the Horsforth company’s growth and success, steps back. During his tenure, Jamie fulfilled his aspiration to drive the company’s growth and enhance its intellectual property portfolio and capabilities, opening new…
Bradford Bulls Foundation launches corporate partner packages
As a registered charity, the Bradford Bulls Foundation is on a mission to make a lasting impact on the lives of individuals in Bradford. With a commitment that extends beyond the field, the Foundation utilises sport as a powerful catalyst for positive change. Annually engaging with over 30,000 people face to face, and over 900,000…
Introducing The Crown Spa Hotel: Your premier destination for luxury, business, and wellness
As proud new members of the West & North Yorkshire Chamber, it’s our pleasure to introduce you to The Crown Spa Hotel by Compass Hospitality. Situated majestically along Scarborough’s coastline, our hotel embodies sophistication and excellence, offering a comprehensive experience for both leisure and business travellers. Where Victorian-era charm meets contemporary luxury, our modern rooms…
Social Enterprise Yorkshire Awards – York-based social entrepreneur, Sue Williamson shortlisted
It was a shock to Sue Williamson, CEO of Tang Hall SMART CIC, when she found out she had been shortlisted for the award of Yorkshire’s Social Entrepreneur of the Year, because she hadn’t actually submitted an application. “Some of the Directors and staff at Tang Hall SMART, notably Carmel Appleton the Chair of the…
CSI York – Project to boost green construction skills
A new initiative which plans to create new jobs, boost green construction skills and in turn help tackle the climate emergency will be discussed at a meeting next week (20 February). The council, with partners on the Retrofit One Stop Shop York (ROSSY) project, has been awarded £3.37m from Innovate UK to support, promote and…
RMA systems triumph at Bradford College Apprenticeship Games 2024
Building energy experts RMA Systems showcased their brightest talent when they joined Bradford College in marking National Apprenticeship Week 2024. The second-ever Bradford College Apprenticeship Games challenged local partners employing their apprentices to enter a team for a fun day of six challenges. This year, tasks across curriculum specialisms included Beat the Keeper (by Bradford…
New Chief Risk Officer appointed at Yorkshire Building Society
Yorkshire Building Society has appointed Richard Bowles as Chief Risk Officer. Richard will lead the mutual’s compliance, risk and legal teams, ensuring the Society continues to be a well-governed home for members’ savings and mortgages. He joins at a crucial time as the function changes in line with the Society’s continued growth. Richard joins from…
Digital love letters remind us to cherish the beauty of nature and not have a toxic relationship with the environment
York St John University and the Yorkshire and North East Film Archives mark Valentine’s Day with the online release of their film “Nature Matters” This Valentine’s Day, as the world celebrates love in its many forms, York St John University’s Cinema and Social Justice project, York Business School and the Yorkshire and North East Film…
Bulls expect great things with new partnership
We are delighted to announce an exciting, new partnership with Expect Distribution – that will see the award-winning Distribution company become our official Match Ball sponsor for the 2024 season! Expect Distribution’s Head Office is located just off the M606, minutes from the Bulls’ Odsal Stadium home. They have over 30 years’ experience, meeting the…
Leeds-based Walker Sime delivers social impact at The Barnum
Chamber members Walker Sime, a Leeds-based construction consultancy firm, have played a pivotal role in the successful completion of The Barnum residential project in Nottingham, leaving a lasting impact on the city’s landscape and community. Serving as Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and Employers Agent, the company helped deliver a striking 348-apartment and studio development and…
York gets set to celebrate female business leaders
For the third year running, York’s businesses are being invited to celebrate the achievements of women in business at an event aimed at supporting female entrepreneurship in the city. Empowering and Inspiring Women in Business in York will take place on Tuesday 5 March from 9:30am-2:15pm at the Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street, York…
Teesside to stateside – airport doubles as NYC in new romantic comedy
A romantic comedy which sees Teesside International Airport stand in for New York International Airport will hit screens on Friday (February 9). Upgraded is the latest movie to be filmed in Tees Valley and comes to Prime Video this week. Secret shooting took place at the airport in August 2022, and saw Teesside transformed into…
Teesside to stateside – airport doubles as NYC in new romantic comedy
A romantic comedy which sees Teesside International Airport stand in for New York International Airport will hit screens on Friday (February 9). Upgraded is the latest movie to be filmed in Tees Valley and comes to Prime Video this week. Secret shooting took place at the airport in August 2022, and saw Teesside transformed into…
York promotes ‘Skills For Life’ during National Apprenticeship Week
City of York Council is celebrating the value, benefits and opportunities apprenticeships bring to individuals and businesses during National Apprenticeship Week next week [5-11 February]. The continued theme for the 17th annual National Apprenticeship Week is ‘Skills for Life’, encouraging everyone to consider how apprenticeship training can help individuals of all ages, abilities, and stage…
Align announces exciting opportunities for highways and infrastructure professionals
Align, the award winning, multi-discipline building design consultancy, is gearing up for an expansive and growth-driven year in 2024. As the year promises to be the busiest in our history, and with a host of new projects in the pipeline, we are thrilled to announce opportunities for passionate individuals to join our Highways and Bridge…
Winners of food industry training awards revealed
Verner Wheelock, the leading food industry training company based in Skipton, North Yorkshire, has just announced the winners of its prestigious annual Excellence Awards. First introduced at the company’s 25th anniversary celebrations in 2015, the Awards recognise outstanding students in HACCP, Auditing and Food Safety. In addition, prizes are awarded for Individual, Company and Ethical…
Bradford garden centre’s ‘Kindness Pot’ wins national marketing award
The team at a Bradford garden centre is celebrating after its ‘Kindness Pot’ initiative won a national marketing award. Yorkshire Garden Centres’ MD, Mark Farnsworth and Commercial Director, Sharon McNair were presented with the Worrall Cup for Tong Garden Centre’s entry into the competition during the Garden Centre Association (GCA) annual conference in Cirencester on…
Howard Matthews Partnership merges into SMH Group
Harrogate based Chartered Accountants & Tax Advisors, Howard Matthews Partnership, have merged into the SMH Group, allowing the established firm to offer even more financial services to its clients backed by the strength of the Yorkshire and Derbyshire based group. The merger took place on 1st January 2024, with the firm continuing to operate from…
Meet Incommunities’ new Customer Experience Committee
A committee ensuring tenants and local people have a voice in decision making at Incommunities is now in place. The group – made up of eight members – including five residents from the local community – had their first in person meeting in January. The team includes five Incommunities’ customers – Tirivashe Mutindimuri, Zia Ur-Rahman,…
Yorkshire footwear retailer opens another concession with Yorkshire Garden Centres group
A York headquartered footwear retailer is set to open another concession with Yorkshire Garden Centres (YGC) next month. Pavers will open its third YGC concession at Otley Garden Centre on 22nd February, following success at Tong and Tingley Garden Centres. “We’re thrilled to be launching at Otley Garden Centre where you will find all-new, just-landed…
Leeds Beckett University’s Leeds Law School Clinic new partnership expands student-run legal advice
Leeds Law School has teamed up with national injury firm Hodge Jones & Allen to expand its student-run service offering free legal advice. The new partnership will see students and solicitors work together to provide free legal advice to those who have suffered a personal injury. It will build on the service already provided by…
Peposhi pens permanent deal
Bradford Bulls are delighted to announce powerful forward Eliot Peposhi has signed a permanent one-year deal following a successful trial with the club! The 19-year-old arrived on trial at the start of pre-season, having made 10 appearances for St. Helens’ Reserves as they reached the Grand Final in 2023. Peposhi has impressed in both pre-season…
Quality and sustainability award for campus food at York St John University
Food for Life certification marks dedication to high standards and traceability of produce York St John University is pleased to announce that the University’s onsite catering has achieved prestigious Food for Life accreditation. The official award from the Soil Association recognises that YSJ Kitchen serves food that is considered good for our climate, nature and…
Gincompetent burglar smashes into gin shop – steals bottles of vinegar water
Hi from York., Our lovely 450-year-old gin shop has been broken into – and the (g)incompetent burglar who was expecting to run off with some excellent craft gin only managed to steal three display bottles full of water infused with vinegar. The man smashed two windows of our Tudor 450-year-old York Gin Shop in Sir Thomas…
Interview opportunity: York Free School Meals
Working together with the schools currently involved in the Free School Meals pilot would like to offer media contacts the opportunity to express an interest in visiting one of the schools to film, record or report on the implementation of the programmes. At the moment we have multiple slots available to visit Westfield Primary School…
New comms agency Yasper launches with investment from Umpf
Communications and marketing business Yasper has launched in Leeds, following investment from established award-winning agency Umpf. The new entity will share office space with Umpf on the city’s waterfront and both parties will take advantage of collaborative working opportunities. Launched by Julian Pearce, a PR professional with two decades of experience in media relations, stakeholder comms, marketing and…
Schofield Sweeney starts 2024 with promotions
Yorkshire-based law firm Schofield Sweeney has started the year positively by recognising the achievements of its employees with promotions. Learning, developing, and supporting the career ambitions of its people is a key part of the organisation and the promotions celebrate the outstanding achievements of the individuals. Jessica Fielden has been promoted to Director in the…
Bulls break down social stats
The Bradford Bulls can today provide a detailed breakdown of our Social Media statistics across the last 12 months. REACH: 28,309,999. From December 2022 to November 2023 inclusive, our Social Media posts reached 28,309,999 users across our five main Social Media platforms. Our highest performing platform in this area was Facebook. IMPRESSIONS: 55,539,771. From the…
Buttercrumble helps a boutique brand blossom
Recently, Buttercrumble has been supporting the wonderful Bluebell Petite brand, which is due to launch its first boutique in central Leeds. Rebecca has such an uplifting story; we are delighted to be involved and share in this journey! The collaboration between Buttercrumble and Bluebell Petite bears heartfelt social impact on multiple fronts. Buttercrumble became brand…
Concrete admixture manufacturer marks 40 years with significant growth
Bradford-based concrete admixture manufacturer Oscrete is marking 40 years in business with further growth and an increased shareholding in its Northern Ireland division. Oscrete, a subsidiary of Christeyns, is one of the UK’s leading specialist construction chemical suppliers which manufactures and supplies a range of concrete admixtures for precast and ready-mix concrete and the ready-to-use…
Club strengthens ties with University of Bradford
Bradford City AFC recently strengthened ties with main club partner University of Bradford, as part of the two organisations’ long-term strategy of unlocking community opportunities across the district. Earlier this month, City’s director of brand, marketing and media, Luke Flacks, delivered a guest speech and presentation at the university, to international business, marketing and strategy…
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