Business Employment team at Leeds law firm grows by 50% Leading Yorkshire law firm Ward Hadaway has announced a key appointment in its employment team as the department continues to grow. The firm welcomes Amy Hughes to the employment department, which has grown by 50% in the last two years. Amy advises on all aspects of employment law providing expertise By The Editor • 1 min read
Business New chief executive for Leeds Community Foundation Leeds Community Foundation have announced the appointment of their new chief executive, Steph Taylor. Steph has been Deputy CEO at Leeds Community Foundation and director of GiveBradford for the past three years and succeeds Kate Hainsworth, who will be officially stepping away in December after over eight years with the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Aubergine stays nimble with new PR win Leeds PR agency Aubergine has been appointed on a retained basis to handle the PR for award-winning social enterprise Stay Nimble. Stay Nimble helps organisations retain and develop great team members and supports thousands of people in their career. Aubergine’s initial job is to promote the company’s new By The Editor • 2 min read
Fashion and Lifestyle New luxury Oriental restaurant announces Leeds opening date Blue Pavilion, the highly anticipated, premium Oriental restaurant from the owners of Blue Sakura, has announced its official opening date of 30th October. After months of preparation, Blue Pavilion will officially open its doors to the vibrant heart of Leeds, promising an unforgettable dining and entertainment experience. Building on the By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Fds advises on the sale of Panacea Pharma Projects Limited to Ergomed PLC Corporate finance boutique fds Director Services advises on the sale of the pharmacovigilance consultancy company based in the Isle of Man. Panacea Pharma Projects Limited was acquired by Ergomed PLC, which operates in over 100 countries. Panacea specialises in its comprehensive suite of fully compliant pharmacovigilance services, with bases in By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Miriam Margolyes visits Harrogate homeless project The BAFTA-winning actress, Miriam Margolyes, paid a special visit to the Harrogate Homeless Project recently, while on her current book tour. Visiting staff and service users at the Springboard Day Centre, Miriam wanted the visit to raise awareness of the vital work at the Harrogate Homeless Project supporting those in By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Senior appointment for The Data City Global data company The Data City has appointed Kelly Weston to its board in the new role of chief operating officer. Kelly joined the company two years ago as a consultant and has become a key team member, leading all aspects of operations. Her previous roles include founding her own By The Editor • 2 min read
Business Welcome to singer and actress of stage and screen Yorkshire Businesswoman are delighted to announce and welcome our newest ambassador, singer and actress of stage and screen, Sandra Marvin. Many readers and members will know Sandra from a variety of acting roles, most notably playing one of the many wives of Marlon Dingle in Emmerdale as well as starring By The Editor • 1 min read
Business AD:VENTURE gives business support boost to ambitious start ups What does a successful marketing company, an architect and a living wall company have in common? They’re all West Yorkshire start-up businesses that have enjoyed successful growth thanks to start-up loans, growth grants and business support from AD:VENTURE. All three companies (Youbee Media, THIS Architecture, Living Walls) are By The Editor • 3 min read
Business Historic Yorkshire textile archive launches inspirational speaking programme The historic Sunny Bank Mills Museum and Archive, one of the most significant and substantial woven textile archives in the UK, is launching an exciting programme of speaking events. This programme, called Weaving Voices, follows a £10,000 grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The Museum and Archive is By The Editor • 3 min read
Business SaaS firm eviFile strengthens leadership team with key appointment from KPMG Leeds-based company eviFile – an independent SaaS firm redefining field data collection – has announced the appointment of Lucy Flaherty as its people and operations director. With a distinguished career spanning two decades, Lucy brings a wealth of experience in operations, project management, and people operations, making her a valuable addition to By The Editor • 1 min read
Business Leeds Skelton Lake named one of Britain’s top ten service stations Leeds Skelton Lake (M1, J45) has today been revealed as the fifth most highly recommended service station in the UK and the ninth best service station overall in this year’s Transport Focus Motorway Services User Survey. Leeds Skelton Lake operator, Extra MSA Group, has secured its position this year By The Editor • 2 min read
