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Category: Award schemes
The Event Exeter team is thrilled to announce they have achieved the prestigious Gold ranking in the Green Meetings accreditation, positioning the University of Exeter as a leader in sustainable event venues and management. Global Recognition for Sustainable Practices The Green Meetings…
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The annual VisitEngland Awards for Excellence shine the spotlight on quality in tourism. The 2024 Gold, Silver and Bronze winners, selected from hundreds of tourism businesses forwarded to the national competition via 16 local and regional competitions across England, were announced last month at a…
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Do you know a woman who’s making a remarkable difference in the West Country? Help them get the recognition they deserve and nominate them for one of these prestigious awards. There are 16 categories to choose from, from 'Small Business of the Year' to 'Women in Tech' and more. The West Country…
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Enterprise Nation and Adobe Express are giving away £250 cash grants to help small businesses grow and enhance their brands. You'll also get free branding and marketing support for your small business. Enter your business into the draw and take advantage of this exciting opportunity: Brand Builder…
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Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone is a world-class, low-carbon environment for business success. Councillor Paul Arnott, Leader of East Devon District Council and Chair of Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone Board, said: “The Exeter and East Devon Enterprise Zone is firmly focussed on bringing…
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RHS Rosemoor is celebrating after being presented with a certificate to recognise their commitment to becoming a dementia friendly business. Great Torrington’s Deputy Mayor, Cllr Phil Cloke, and Assistant Town Clerk, Charlotte Kirby, visited the gardens to present Emma Thompson, Head of Site at RHS…
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Time is running out! Businesses have just over a week left to showcase their exceptional achievements and be recognised among the best in the tourism industry. The deadline for submissions for the Devon Tourism Awards is fast approaching, closing at midnight on 18th June. There are so many benefits…
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Devon and Plymouth Chamber are holding an online event on how to apply for the King's Awards for Enterprise. The event will be hosted by Mark Ansell, Deputy Lord Lieutenant and Richard Stevens, Former winner and Deputy Lord Lieutenant on 8th June. The event will guide guests on applying, top tips…
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Torridge District Council has announced a new scheme to support local independent businesses with grants of up to £1000 available to help improve or repair shop fronts or other potential "beautification projects" within town centres. The funding has been made available as part of the money allocated…
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The 2023/24 Tourism Awards are now open and tourism and hospitality businesses from the South West are invited to enter. The awards are free to enter and offer businesses the chance to win not only regionally but – for matching categories – to progress to the national VisitEngland awards. The…
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