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Nottingham to Host Inaugural ‘Tech for Good’ Festival, Showcasing Innovation for a Better Future

Nottingham is set to celebrate the transformative power of technology with its first 'Tech for Good' Festival, scheduled for 13th-1...

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Sustainable Manufacturing: Best Practices for Reducing Waste & Carbon Footprint

Sustainable manufacturing is no longer just an ethical choice, it’s a strategic necessity for SMEs and micro manufacturers in...

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3D Printing: Why it's a Game-Changer for Manufacturers

The manufacturing industry has always been at the forefront of innovation, but in recent years, 3D printing has emerged at...

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Derbyshire businesses can boost digital connectivity at awareness conference

Businesses in Derbyshire are being offered access to expert guidance on growth through connectivity at the Derbyshire Digital Awareness Conference 2025.

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EMCCA Commits to Funding for Six Regeneration Projects

East Midlands Combined County Authority has allocated £3m to help with the demolition of the former Broadmarsh shopping centre.

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Gedling businesses encouraged to get social media savvy at March event

Social media has been a hot topic for several years, not least for business owners. Which channels should you use,...

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Focus on retail support at The Bridge Skills Hub

Bassetlaw retailers interested in learning about effective strategies to boost in-store and online traffic and sales are being encouraged to...

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Reflecting on Manufacturing in the East Midlands in 2024

As we move through the start of 2025, Made Smarter East Midlands reflect on and celebrate a remarkable year for manufacturing...

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Gedling businesses invited to focus on sales conversion

Local businesses in Gedling are being encouraged to attend the upcoming Gedling Business Support Network meeting, where they can gain...

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Commissioner’s survey seeks public views on policing budget

Derbyshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has launched a survey asking residents in Derby and Derbyshire about the funding they...

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Worldwide Marketing Expert to front East Midlands conference for young leaders

Former Vinted Global Director of Brand James Peach, known for extensive work building high profile names like Nespresso and Uber,...

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East Midlands Combined County Authority’s Business Advisory Board

Business leaders and entrepreneurs from across the region have been appointed to the East Midlands Combined County Authority’s (EMCCA)...

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