Leeds design agency revamps Poundland’s branding

Leeds-based design agency Iconic, started just one year ago by 26-year-old entrepreneur Mia Sohel, is celebrating a profitable first year which has seen the agency grow to a team of four, revamp point of sale (POS) branding for retailer Poundland both in the UK and mainland Europe; and complete projects for a variety of Yorkshire-based businesses.

Teesside workwear firm has expansion sewn up

A Teesside firm that has been supplying workwear solutions to companies across the UK for more than 40 years is set to expand thanks...

Northern syndicate offers new way for investors to co-invest

A global syndicate of High Net Worth Individuals has launched an innovative investment scheme as a strategic alternative to the traditional model of Venture...

Rural expert boosts Taylor&Emmet’s Bakewell team

Taylor&Emmet LLP is expanding its Bakewell office with the appointment of a business legal specialist who has a passion for all things agricultural – especially cows!

Do new starters need to have a probationary period contained in their employment contract?

Probationary periods are generally viewed by employers as an important and mutually beneficial part of an employment contract. This period of time at the...

Medlock FRB fits out new restaurant and bar near the iconic Cavern Club

A new restaurant and bar has opened opposite the iconic Cavern Club in Liverpool after a fit-out by leisure sector contractor Medlock FRB. Festival Food & Drink Grill is a 145-cover venue which has been developed at a cost of over £1m in a joint venture between the Cavern Club and the Bem Brasil restaurant chain.

Global Metals Supplier Expands Into New Steel City Premises

Global metals supplier, ICD Europe Ltd, celebrated their expansion by welcoming guests to the official opening of their new, purpose-built premises at Vantage Park in Sheffield. ICD Europe Ltd are experts in the procurement, processing and supply of a wide range of specialised metals and alloys.

Hull care organisation invests in learning and development

A Hull-based care organisation has appointed a new learning and development manager as part of its ongoing commitment to invest in its workforce. Not for profit organisation Hica Group, which has over 1600 staff, has appointed Sarah Jane Moody as learning and development manager.
Ian and Karen Riley in The Celebrity Gift Company’s new shop in Middlesbrough’s Dundas Market

Collectible Gifts Company Moves To Middlesbrough

The Celebrity Gift Company, which sources and sells collectible gifts from around the world, has opened its first shop in Middlesbrough’s Dundas Market.

Double-win for Tyneside digital collective with new talent and significant new business

Tyneside's disruptive digital collective, Cameo Digital, are celebrating further growth with a key client win from North East tech firm Notify Technology, and welcome senior North East marketing talent, Lauren Archer, to the business to expand service offering.