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Inspirational women across Hull and East Yorkshire recognised at long-awaited Women of Achievement Awards
The winners of the Women in Business Women of Achievement Awards were announced at a ceremony held at the Mercure Hotel, Willerby on Friday (November 11). One of the region’s longest running awards, the WOAA celebrates the achievements of businesswomen across Hull and East Yorkshire who either run their own business or hold a leading role in their profession, industry, organisation or charity....
Festive fare and football at Scandinavian Christmas Market
A Danish Christmas celebration that has been a fixture in the region’s festive calendar for nearly 50 years will embrace a football theme this year as it clashes for the first time with the football World Cup. Organisers of the Scandinavian Christmas Market on Saturday, November 26, have extended their schedule to include a live TV screening of the big match between Denmark and France. Charlotte...
Young entrepreneur awards to recognise achievements of Malcolm Scott
A prominent businessman who died recently is to be remembered for his innovation and his support for young people with an award in his name to mark Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW). The Malcolm Scott Award will be presented to the business or organisation considered by the judges to have done the most to support young entrepreneurs or enterprising pupils. Initiated by Hull City Council and...
Callum enjoys memorable golfing season thanks to PBS Construction
A nine-year-old golfer from Hull has completed a memorable season thanks to the sponsorship of a local construction firm. Callum Akester, nine, who is sponsored by PBS Construction, enjoyed five victories in the season just finished, comprising two regular tour events, a major championship, the Heathland Classic and the Spanish Open. In addition to those successes, he secured a top 30 placing in...
HullBID talks tech with KCOM chief
HullBID seized the opportunities presented by a major festival of technology to connect with a communications and IT services pioneer in supporting city centre businesses. Kathryn Shillito, executive director of HullBID, held informal discussions with Tim Shaw after the chief executive of KCOM delivered a keynote speech at Tech Expo, held at the MKM Stadium as part of Tech Week Humber. Kathryn...