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A young mum with a passion for print is hoping that when it comes to running a small business, she’s quite literally got the t-shirt, when she decided to leave her family firm to pursue the dream of running her own business. Rebecca Newrick’s entrepreneurial ambitions were stoked

The Yorkshire FEASTival 25th & 26th June will be a fun filled day out showcasing the best of Yorkshire traders, artists and producers in Pateley Bridge, Harrogate, an area of outstanding natural beauty. The event offers something for everyone. Those with children will enjoy the inflatable village, fun fair, outdoor

The Piece Hall’s stunning Georgian courtyard will host a UK first with a major exhibition by world renowned artist Sophie Ryder this February. A highlight includes the UK debut of Ryder’s monumental 4.5m high bronze installation ‘Dancing Hares’ which is over 7 metres wide. Sophie Ryder’s

Leeds Building Society has appointed Caroline Hill as its chief people officer as it looks to the future and further develops its talented workforce. Caroline joins the Society’s executive team from KPMG and was previously chief people and strategy officer at Wesleyan, the financial services mutual, for four years.

Canal & River Trust, the waterways and wellbeing charity that cares for 316 miles of waterways in Yorkshire and the North East, has appointed Helen Grantham as the new chair of its Regional Advisory Board. The voluntary role, for an initial three-year term, will help the Trust connect people and

Barclays has launched a package of support aimed at boosting small businesses, with the bank set to host 50 masterclasses a month this year, which will focus on managing cash flow, business growth and support for wellbeing. The classes are open to all small business owners, with national events focused

Natural ingredients manufacturer, Stephenson, has appointed its first-ever dedicated sustainability manager. The appointment of Marie Maisonnette in the specially created role further illustrates the Leeds-based business’s ongoing commitment to sustainability in the personal care market. Last year Stephenson launched its first solid shampoo base, Syndopal, a product innovation designed