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Food and Drink businesses - Join the Devon Food Partnership on 5th March at Exeter Science Park for "People Planet Profit: Marketing Sustainability," an event designed to empower local food and drink businesses to authentically communicate and market their sustainability efforts to their customers…
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Are you a SME, social enterprise or CIC based in Exeter, East Devon or Mid Devon and looking to secure funding for your next big project? Join this practical workshop taking place on 7th March at Exeter Science Park, designed to guide you through the intricacies of writing a winning bid. You'll…
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Her Vision, Her Venture, funded by NatWest, was created to inspire women to leverage their skills, talent, and resilience to become their own boss. For many women, the desire for independence and achieving a better work/life balance is a key motivator for starting a business. Your dedicated, local…
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Mid Devon businesses are invited to the free COTIE Business Expo on February 19th at Petroc Tiverton campus. This event, running from 10am to 4pm, offers a great opportunity to network, forge new partnerships, and discover growth strategies for your business. Attendees can also take advantage of…
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Applications are now open for the Exeter Innovation Business Accelerator. Start-ups and SMEs from any industry that can demonstrate STEMM innovation credentials, a commitment to R&D, and a scalable business model are invited to apply. This programme offers innovative, tech-enabled ventures access to…
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Entrepreneurs in North Devon and Torridge have a new source of support with the launch of North Devon Angels, an investment group dedicated to helping high-potential startups and early-stage businesses. Launched on 31st January 2025, the group offers both funding and mentorship to ambitious founders…
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Mark your calendars for Business Fest South West 2025, taking place at Westpoint Arena, Exeter, on 2nd April 2025! This must-attend event will welcome 2,000+ visitors from across the South West, including SME owners, entrepreneurs, and self-employed professionals from a wide range of industries…
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VisitEngland’s Tourism Superstar competition has officially opened for the public to cast their vote to find this year’s winner. Now in its 13th year, Tourism Superstar recognises the unsung heroes working in English tourism who are providing unforgettable visitor experiences and showcasing the…
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The English Riviera Bid Company (ERBID Co) are delighted to introduce new free workshops for spring 2025, designed for English tourism and hospitality businesses. ‘Grow your Business’ is a new tourism support programme funded by Torbay Council through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), delivered…
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Devon Businesses - it's your turn! Join us on 20th March at Exeter Science Park for our workshop: “From Zero to AI: Introducing Generative AI for Everyday Business Tasks". This free workshop is delivered by Scott Quilter from Techosaurus and Lisa Lessware, Growth Hub's Digital Business Adviser. By…
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