Business Leeds agency GOLD79 celebrates 20th anniversary with B Corp Certification GOLD79, a communications and content agency founded in Leeds in 2005, is now a Certified B Corporation™. It joins a select group of UK businesses that are leading a global movement for an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy. The B Corp Certification marks a big year for the female-led agency By The Editor • 2 min read
EditorsBlog A busy old March! March has been incredibly busy here at Yorkshire Businesswoman. We kicked the month off in the absolutely best way, celebrating the businesswomen of Yorkshire at the second Yorkshire Businesswoman Awards at the Marriott Hotel Leeds. The event was a complete sell out and what a night we had! The evening By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Mayor of West Yorkshire welcomes Government investment in transport network West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin said: “This investment in the North’s transport network will help us unleash our ambitious plans to grow the economy, boost living standards and put more money in people’s pockets. “The government’s commitment to a mass transit system for West Yorkshire is a By The Editor • 1 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Celebrate Easter at Yorkshire Sculpture Park Enjoy a fun-filled day out this Easter holiday, with new exhibitions, outdoor adventure trails, and activities for all ages. This Easter, Yorkshire Sculpture Park (YSP) offers a unique blend of art, nature, and family-friendly activities. Two exceptional exhibitions by Laura Ellen Bacon and Felicity Aylieff open on Saturday 5 April, By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Pudsey’s plant-powered celebration happening this May Pudsey Vegan Festival from Vegan Events UK is coming to Pudsey Civic Hall on Saturday 3rd May. There will be over 50 fantastic stalls, exciting and inspirational talks and demos running throughout the day from 10.30am to 4.30pm. So if you are looking for inspiration or information on By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Popular Yorkshire beer festival set to return with special musical guests Hundreds of beer lovers from across the region will descend on Knaresborough later this year as a hit festival celebrating local breweries returns. This May bank holiday, the legendary Henshaws Beer Fest will return to the stunning Henshaws Arts and Crafts Centre with a line-up of top musical guests and By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle Springtime storytelling Easter event comes to Bradford city centre Bradford city centre will embrace the springtime spirit on Saturday, 19th April, with a spectacular on-street storytelling event taking place on Bank Street and in Waterstones. Families can enjoy free entertainment from beloved children’s characters, including Beatrix Potter favourites and Alice in Wonderland stars, who will bring classic stories By The Editor • 1 min read
Entrepreneurs Leeds Entrepreneur celebrated at International Women’s Day House of Lords Reception Leila Zadeh, founder of premium lifestyle brand Dordana, was spotlighted at a special International Women’s Day event at the House of Lords on 7 March celebrating her success as a business founder. Leila, whose business launched with a collection of traditionally crafted glycerine soaps, was one of 100 female By The Editor • 3 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle first direct arena to host Leeds Tattoo Expo 10th Anniversary. We’re excited to announce the TENTH edition of the annual Leeds Tattoo Expo, to be held at First Direct Arena this June! Leeds Tattoo Expo is a gathering of over 200 tattooists and 70 traders, plus exciting entertainment throughout the weekend. The artists will be tattooing with options for By The Editor • 1 min read
Business New look Fodder reopens after stunning refurb Fodder has today reopened after undergoing its biggest refurbishment since opening in 2009, now selling even more Yorkshire produce than ever. TV presenter Christine Talbot and Peter Wright from The Yorkshire Vet reopened Fodder – Great Yorkshire Food Hall, together with Fodder General Manager Vanessa Pitt and CEO of Yorkshire Agricultural By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle New romcom to showcase county’s filmmaking talent Nowt But Speechless is an independent feature film which follows Geri, a Yorkshire hairdresser who accidentally becomes an entrepreneur. It’s due to shoot in October and has Grammy award-winning songwriter, producer and recording artist Eliot Kennedy on board to write the score. Kennedy has worked with the Spice Girls, By The Editor • 1 min read
Entrepreneurs 5 Things i’ve learnt in 5 years of business by member Lucy Guest This January marks five years since I decided to work for myself, and I can honestly say it’s been a whirlwind. There’s been a lot of learning (sometimes the hard way), plenty of challenges, and some amazing wins along the way. With my business thriving and exciting projects By The Editor • 2 min read
