Businesswoman Former Oracle customer success leader joins Force24 Hyper-growth marketing automation platform Force24 is on-course to be a 100-strong organisation by January 2022 – having welcomed experienced Victoria Hamblin to the team. Focused on also expanding its team – which currently stands at 93 – Force24 has recently welcomed accomplished technology and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) leader, Victoria, as the award-winning company’s By The Editor • 2 min read
Businesswoman A new Chair for LEEDS 2023 as Gabby Logan joins the team Well known TV presenter and charity patron Gabby Logan MBE has been announced as the new Chair for LEEDS 2023, a position that will see the Leeds born broadcaster add her voice to the year long cultural celebrations. Logan is joined by former Leader of Leeds Council, Baroness Judith Blake By The Editor • 3 min read
Businesswoman Acting academy put in the spotlight with new accreditation A leading Leeds based acting academy has been recognized for its quality of teaching and graduate success, by being awarded accreditation by a prestigious industry body. The Yorkshire Academy of Film and Television Acting (YAFTA) is now Spotlight Accredited for its renowned 18 month Acting for Screen Diploma programme, meaning By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Ascensor Digital agency celebrate successful ‘ivory’ year with innovative wildlife fundraiser Leeds-based digital agency Ascensor is celebrating strong business results by announcing an innovative fundraiser. As part of their 14th anniversary, traditionally represented by an ivory gift, they are launching an online fundraiser for Elephant conservation. MD Andrew Firth explains “We have enjoyed some great business results and were looking for By The Editor • 2 min read
Businesswoman Finance firm strengthens team with new appointment East Yorkshire based SME funding specialist One Stop Business Finance (OSBF) has further strengthened its finance brokering and operations management expertise with the appointment of Emma Harris. Emma brings extensive experience to the dual Finance Broker and Operations Manager role at OSBF, particularly through her work as an asset and By The Editor • 1 min read
Arts&Culture A trio of innovative museum spaces are set to open in The Glass Works Delivered by Barnsley Museums, the three venues will open to the public on 25 November and are thought to be some of the first free-to-the-public museum spaces to open in a purpose-built shopping and leisure development. This marks a significant shift in how town centres like Barnsley’s continue to By The Editor • 2 min read
Food&Drink Family rapeseed oil business wins regional food and drink award The team at a North Yorkshire rapeseed oil business is celebrating after winning a prestigious food award for its first plant-based product. Thixendale based Charlie & Ivy's were presented with the Free From award for its Garlic and Thyme Mayonnaise at the deliciouslyorkshire Taste Awards during a glittering By The Editor • 2 min read
Business “One of the best development sites in Leeds” sold to new joint venture Stamford Property Holdings and Shelborn Asset Management have bought the prime Westbank site in Leeds from Lloyds Bank. The purchaser was represented by Knight Frank, while the vendor was represented by CBRE and JLL. The four-acre site, located next to the iconic Bridgewater Place and a few minutes from Leeds By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Smith Brothers to provide EPC services as part of £78m net zero flexible power generation scheme Specialist high voltage engineering and contracting firm Smith Brothers, has been appointed to provide engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) expertise to a portfolio of projects – designed to support the transition towards more sustainable power generation. The £78m programme – a joint venture between LMPH and Victory Hill – represents a commitment to By The Editor • 2 min read
Charity I am Döner joins up with West Yorkshire hardship project I am Döner the kebab takeaway with stores in Harrogate, Headingly and Leeds City centre have joined forces with West Yorkshire Hardship Project this winter. The I am Döner team will be joining West Yorkshire Hardship Project on 14 December to donate kebabs, hot drinks and warm clothing to the By The Editor • 2 min read
Businesswoman Dawn Maria: how being different can be an asset A topical discussion with Dawn Maria as she describes growing up in her native Yorkshire and dealing with the prejudice surrounding her. Dawn Maria’s fierce loyalty and independence shine through as she defies the doubters by achieving her dream of becoming a journalist and travelling the world. An inciteful By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Rinew Legal continues its expansion with new hire Millie Brown is the newest face to join the Leeds-based legal firm. As their client portfolio grows and brings with it an increased workload, Rinew have hired their first administrative assistant. Looking to provide a helping hand to the team’s daily administrative tasks, Millie will also be closely working By The Editor • 1 min read
