Friday, April 19, 2024

Harrogate

Safety systems specialist Ardent has launched an innovative induction hearing loop system to support bus and coach operators in meeting their legal and ethical obligations to promote inclusion among public transport users. Launched in January 2024, the technology — named ClearConnect — is designed to empower passengers with deafness, making...
In January 2018, Fiona Ibbetson's dream of running her own business became a reality as she launched Get Ahead Leeds. Following a career spanning two decades at grocery giant Morrisons, Fiona was ready for a new challenge. She loved managing people and the fast pace of retail but had...
Specialist equipment rental group Vp plc has had its efforts and its strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through science-based targets validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi). The validation covers the group’s near-term, long-term and net-zero targets which have been aligned with the SBTi’s Net Zero Standard of...
Staff dining facilities are an important part of any workplace. A relaxing break area can boost morale and productivity. This is something the team behind Bettys&Taylors of Harrogate understands well. The renowned Yorkshire brands recently improved their headquarters' dining room with the help of AgileAcoustics. Bettys&Taylors, known for tradition and...
Zelst, a 17-strong Harrogate-based search marketing agency launched in 2006 by Peter and Sarah Van Zelst, has established a new US venture following a number of client wins from US agencies looking to collaborate with UK specialists. The firm, which has worked with US clients for over a decade, embarked...
A programme has just launched in the region providing specialist support to unemployed individuals who face barriers that significantly impact their ability to engage with employment. Yorkshire-based non-profit organisation, Better Connect, are on a mission to create a happier and more inclusive Yorkshire where everyone is empowered to thrive in...
Richard Grafton Interiors showroom in Wetherby is celebrating its third birthday with the appointment of experienced interior designer Rosie Tangi as it invests in a £75,000 contemporary new look for its high-profile showroom in the market town. Rosie, who has ten years’ experience in interior design, returns to the Richard...
Two new partners have been appointed at Harrogate accountancy firm Lithgow Perkins, a decade after they joined as apprentices. Tom Lowry and Tom Rhodes progressed through their training and a series of demanding industry exams to become fully qualified chartered accountants in 2020 and 2018 respectively. Their latest promotion will see...
Northern-based family business JCT600 has been named as Retailer of the Year for 2022 by Mercedes-Benz as it recognises its best performing dealerships across the UK. With Mercedes-Benz dealerships in Sheffield, Doncaster, Harrogate, York and Chesterfield, JCT600 won the coveted award based on its ‘outstanding performance in every area of...
Yorkshire-based care home company, Springfield Healthcare has announced two of its eight care homes in the region have been listed in the Knight Frank Luxury Care Home Guide 2023. The guide is an annual publication that showcases 100 of the finest care homes in the UK. Springfield Healthcare’s Harcourt Gardens...