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July 17, 2020

Business & Economy

Back to Business Fund launched for Tees Valley visitor sector

A new support fund for Teesside-based small and medium-sized businesses in the hospitality, tourism and events industry has been launched. The Β£250,000 Back to Business Fund will allow firms to get direct professional support, advice and guidance in areas such…

September 15, 2023

Business & Economy

Three new hires at Newcastle creative agency

A leading creative agency has announced three key appointments as part of developing a new marketing arm of the business, in order to satisfy client demand.   JUMP, headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, has appointed Jenny Henry as a graphic designer,…

May 21, 2018

Business & Economy

Horizonworks helps biometric product innovator take its next steps

Leading Newcastle-headquartered B2B marketing agency Horizonworks has been appointed to deliver a range of marketing activities to support the reposition and launch of a bespoke biometric insole for North East innovator, Podfo. Podfo – an innovative bespoke biometric insole which…

May 12, 2023

Business & Economy

Candid Kamara

Kammy, as he’s affectionately known, had a tough upbringing, fought racism on the terraces during his playing career and has, in recent years, dealt with a rare neurological condition – apraxia of speech – which has affected his…

June 26, 2019

Business & Economy

Fitness instructor turns entrepreneur with sports massage venture

A popular fitness instructor is flexing her business muscles, after making the leap into self-employment, setting up a new sports therapy venture. Gemma Drinkald, a fitness instructor who has led fitness and weight-loss classes for Skinnypigs for the last four…

November 25, 2020

Arts & Culture

Seven Stories appoints new chief executive to help shape its future

Seven Stories has announced that its board of directors have appointed Mairi Kidd as chief executive officer. The National Centre for Children’s Books made the announcement following its recognition for best lockdown project at the national Museums Change Lives Awards. Mairi…

June 17, 2019

Business & Economy

North East rail network in focus at conference

The North East’s rail network will come under the microscope during an event focused upon the future of the sector. A number of public transport specialists will meet at Darlington’s Dolphin Centre for the Rebirth of the Railway conference. Organised by…

June 24, 2019

Business & Economy

Leading events venue builds on success with expansion

One of Newcastle’s most historic buildings, which has more recently become an events destination, is planning to expand its offering further on the back of significant demand. The Secret Tower, which opened in late 2016, has seen huge levels of…