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January 17, 2022

Ideas & Observations

RTC North inspires future trailblazers

The STEM team at RTC North are once again blazing a trail in delivering a fantastic Dragons’ Den-style challenge to engage, educate and inspire more than 1500 young people in the Tees Valley.

May 10, 2021

Business & Economy

University’s £1.6million digital revolution to create the tech freelancers of tomorrow

In a year where the world has operated almost entirely online, the University of Sunderland has launched a new scheme to support the next generation of digital entrepreneurs. The University’s Digital Incubator has officially launched and is already playing a…

July 22, 2021

Business & Economy

Digital expansion great news for small businesses

A Sunderland-based digital training agency is expanding its team and service, after increased demand for e-learning resources amid the pandemic. ThinkBiscuit Media, a technology business specialising in e-learning, outgrew its headquarters at Sunderland Software Centre and recently relocated to a…

August 5, 2024

Business & Economy

Redefining networking: Q&A with The Ladies Collective Platform

What inspired you to create The Ladies Collective Platform? The Ladies Collective Platform was inspired by a desire to empower women in business to prioritise their personal growth, mindset and wellbeing, and recognise the prevalent need for a safe, supportive…

March 5, 2023

Promoted

The leadership programme helping North East SMEs grow

Described as a ‘mini MBA’ by past participants, the Help to Grow: Management programme is providing SMEs in the region with the opportunity to gain critical leadership skills, access personalised mentoring and develop a bespoke actionable growth plan…

May 22, 2020

Business & Economy

‘Look to the future’ – Ryecroft Glenton Corporate Finance’s Carl Swansbury urges firms to plan ahead

Business leaders and finance bosses must start shifting their focus from the impact of coronavirus to measures capable of delivering future success, a senior advisory firm official has said. Carl Swansbury, partner and head of corporate finance at Newcastle-based Ryecroft…

December 2, 2020

Business & Economy

Activ Technology eyes strong 2021 amid continued remote working landscape

An IT support company says it remains on the expansion trail after enjoying a “strong and stable year” despite the COVID-19 pandemic. Newcastle-based Activ Technology says it has maintained good momentum during 2020 thanks to demand for its services from…

November 3, 2022

Build & Sustainability

Portland House launches following multi-million-pound refurbishment

The former head office of Newcastle Building Society will open this week following a multi-million-pound renovation. Portland House will be unveiled at a launch event on November 3 amid strong demand for best-in-class office space across Newcastle city centre. The…