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April 20, 2015 – 6:30 am |

Birmingham based company Glide Utilities, which specialises in providing bill sharing solutions, has been listed in the London Stock Exchange’s ‘1,000 companies to inspire Britain’ and not just for its ability to remove the stress …

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Made Here Now launches with a capital attraction…

April 27, 2015 – 7:00 am |
Bentley

One of the biggest scale models of a city ever built using 3D printing formed the backdrop to the launch of a new project looking to showcase success stories of UK manufacturing.
Made Here Now, the …

Your next STEM superpower…

April 27, 2015 – 6:50 am | Comments Off
WAV012 - Your next STEM superpower - SN

Stoke-On-Trent could soon be filled with technology superheroes, according to a survey conducted by creative technology expert, WaveMaker. The survey showed that ten per cent of all respondents would rather learn coding than any other …

Warwick Castle Announces Kaiser Chiefs, Pro Green, RPCO and More…

April 27, 2015 – 6:40 am |
Lucy O’Byrne

Sounds in the Grounds is a brand new event for the Midlands’ music calendar, to be hosted in the spectacular grounds of Warwick Castle. An exciting addition to a vibrant summer of events, this two-day extravaganza will see …

Baker Tilly’s Weekly Tax Brief – 22 April 2015…

April 27, 2015 – 6:30 am | Comments Off
Baker Tilly’s Weekly Tax Brief – 22 April 2015…

In this edition of Baker Tilly’s weekly round-up of the most important tax news, we cover the latest developments…

Fears raised over HS2 impact on regional rail projects…

April 27, 2015 – 6:20 am |
Regional Rail Workers

Vital regional rail projects could be severely impacted as skilled rail workers are diverted onto HS2 construction, according to one of the UK’s leading suppliers of skilled labour to the rail industry.

UK broadcasters must embrace smart advertising to compete with digital revolution…

April 27, 2015 – 6:10 am |
UK broadcasters must embrace smart advertising to compete with digital revolution…

London, 17th April, 2015 – Digital platforms are set to account for half of all UK advertising spend this year as “second screening” through smartphones and tablets dominates shopping habits, but with £3.8bn still being …

Keep your business safe – wash your hands…

April 27, 2015 – 6:00 am |
Keep your business safe – wash your hands…

You wouldn’t dream of wearing dirty clothes from the laundry basket, having one shower a week or rummaging around the bin for a quick snack. So why do we neglect to wash our hands?

Business leaders shortlisted for prestigious awards…

April 24, 2015 – 7:30 am |
Business leaders shortlisted for prestigious awards…

A dozen business leaders who have completed an innovative coaching and mentoring scheme have been shortlisted for two prestigious awards.
And the bosses – all of whom have been through the great200leaders programme – will find …

Staffordshire-born Kirsty Bertarelli heads West Midlands wealth league…

April 24, 2015 – 7:20 am |
Kirsty Bertarelli

Ernesto and Kirsty Bertatelli head the West Midlands wealth league, according to The 2015 Sunday Times Rich List, to be published this Sunday, April 26. The 128-page special edition of The Sunday Times Magazine reveals …

Penso heads to recruitment event with new manufacturing jobs offer…

April 24, 2015 – 7:10 am |
Michael Collins, Sales and Marketing Director of Penso

One of the region’s leading lightweight manufacturing specialists is heading to a major industry event this weekend with the promise of a host of high value jobs up for grabs.
Penso, which offers a complete turnkey …

Top 5 Military Tips for Business from The Leadership Trust…

April 24, 2015 – 7:00 am |
Rob Noble, Chief Executive of The Leadership Trust

Rob Noble, Chief Executive of internationally respected leadership development specialists, The Leadership Trust, himself a former officer of the Parachute Regiment, gives a rapid fire guide to management and leadership techniques developed on the battlefield …

World Leading Technology for Students at South Staffordshire College…

April 24, 2015 – 6:50 am |
South Staffordshire College logo

In today’s fast-paced world of technological advancement, South Staffordshire College offers students the opportunity to keep up with world leading technology facilities for students looking to work in the IT industry.  

Is your Business Worthy of a Love Energy Savings Award?…

April 24, 2015 – 6:40 am |
Love Energy Savings 2015

Are you part of a team of eco-warriors? Is “print” a dirty word in your office? Do you get your cardio workout from waving your arms in the air every time a sensored light goes …

£1500 music prize win for Birmingham student…

April 24, 2015 – 6:30 am |
Ottilia Revoczky, winning performance of this year’s Birmingham Philharmonic Concerto Prize.

The unique competition, now its 37th year, took place at Birmingham Conservatoire on Sunday 19 April and saw students accompanied by the Birmingham Philharmonic Orchestra (BPO) as they competed for a £1,500 prize.

Soak up the solar energy – Non-toxic thermal fluid makes solar energy more efficient…

April 24, 2015 – 6:20 am |
GHT105 - Non toxic thermal fluid for solar -HN

Thermal fluid specialist Global Heat Transfer has launched its first non toxic heat transfer fluid for solar applications, Globaltherm Omnipure. The new, high performance, thermal fluid also boasts low flammability, making solar applications safer, while …

Former college student takes to the London stage…

April 24, 2015 – 6:10 am |
Molly studied Musical Theatre at Stratford-upon-Avon College from 2010 to 2012.

Stratford-upon-Avon College Musical Theatre alumnus Molly McGuire has been cast in the upcoming musical ‘Carrie’ to be staged at London’s Southwark Playhouse.
Molly will play the role of Norma in this latest musical adaptation of the …

Technicolor: Appointment…

April 24, 2015 – 6:00 am |
Technicolor logo

Paris (France), April 13, 2015 – Technicolor (Euronext Paris: TCH; OTCQX: TCLRY) announced that following the appointment of Boris Teksler as CEO of Unwired Planet Inc., Stéphane Rougeot is appointed President of the Technology Business Group.

IoD to provide Chartered Director training in West Midlands…

April 22, 2015 – 7:30 am |
IoD to provide Chartered Director training in West Midlands…

The Institute of Directors (IoD) has announced it will commence running its internationally-renowned Chartered Director training and development courses in Birmingham this summer.  The decision by one of the UK’s foremost business organisations is which …

T A Savery wins Queen’s Award for International Trade…

April 22, 2015 – 7:20 am |
Oleo International tower

A Midlands engineering firm, which exports 80% of its UK-manufactured products, has been recognised for its contribution to the global economy after winning a Queen’s Award for International Trade.
Coventry-based T A Savery & Co, which …