MEMBER NEWS IN BRIEF
Two award nominations for Leek United
Leek United is in the running to pick up two national finance industry awards. The Society has been
shortlisted as Building Society of the Year in the first annual MoneyAge Mortgage Awards. It is also a finalist in the Best Fixed Rate Mortgage Provider category of the 2018 Moneyfacts Awards. Chief Executive Kevin Wilson
said: “We are delighted to receive these nominations, which is an achievement in itself, and recognition that Leek United is up there with the very best of the UK’s building societies and mortgage lenders. “It’s also a testament to all
the hard work and dedication of everyone throughout the Society’s team, in a constantly challenging and increasingly competitive industry.”
University hosts prestigious sport event
One of the biggest sporting events in the university calendar, BUCS (British Universities and Colleges Sport) Big Wednesday, has taken place at the University of Nottingham. BUCS and the University
welcomed HRH The Princess Royal, who attended the event as BUCS’ Patron. Hosted by the university for
the first time, the event took place in four hub venues in the city, including the £40m David Ross Sports Village on University Park campus. Director of Sport at the
University Dan Tilley said: “University of Nottingham Sport was delighted to host the BUCS Big Wednesday event and to showcase the fantastic facilities we have at the University of Nottingham.”
Littlefish named as ‘One to Watch’
Managed IT provider Littlefish has been named as a ‘One to Watch’ organisation in the Sunday Times’ 2018 Best Small Companies to Work For survey. Managing Director Steve
Robinson said: “Following a fantastic 2017, this accolade reiterates the sense of family dynamic that we try to cultivate at Littlefish. “It’s affirming to know that
our values, cultures and ethos are shared throughout the business. The One to Watch recognition is an important one for all our employees and we will continue to work hard as we strive to make the Top 100, the Top 10 and hopefully, in the near future, maybe even top the list.”
4 business network May 2018 JCB's apprentices with the Williams F1 car
Renewed partnership puts apprentices on track for F1
Following the start of the 2018 Formula One season JCB is strengthening its partnership with Williams Martini Racing for a second season - and giving its next generation of engineers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The Staffordshire-based construction giant is working
to introduce its apprentices to the world of Formula One, through Williams Martini Racing, as part of their training.
‘Designing and engineering innovative products is at the core of what JCB does’
The partnership will also raise the profile of the JCB brand around the world, with branding appearing on the Williams Mercedes FW41 chassis and rear wing end plate throughout the 2018 racing season. JCB will also feature on drivers Lance Stroll, Sergey Sirotkin and Robert Kubica’s race suits and helmets, and all trackside personnel team kit.
JCB’s Director of Learning and Development, Max
Jeffery, said: “Designing and engineering innovative products is at the core of what JCB does, which means there is great synergy with Williams Martini Racing. We have a long association with motorsport and frequently combine our engineering expertise with some of the best automotive technologies. “By introducing a number of our apprentices to this
unique environment we aim to encourage a new generation of employees to innovate and bring the highest standards of technological expertise to the JCB table.” Claire Williams, Deputy Team Principal, Williams
Martini Racing, added: "We are delighted to strengthen our relationship with JCB following our first successful year. Like JCB, engineering and innovation are integral to our success, which makes sharing our expertise and knowledge with the next generation of JCB apprentices a natural progression. As two great British brands, we share a similar drive to continually push boundaries and not rest on our laurels in our desire to be the best.”
New champion for Peak District
Passion for the Peak District has achieved a new high, with the 500th ambassador to pledge support for a key project to promote business success and boost the local and regional economy recently announced. Chris Mapp, Chef Patron of Chamber member The Tickled Trout gastro pub and restaurant at Barlow, near Chesterfield, was revealed as the latest local entrepreneur to join Inspired by the Peak District at the recent Business Peak District Spring Conference. Around 80 delegates heard the good news at the special event, held at Thornbridge Hall, Ashford in the Water. “Both I and all my team are
passionate about the Peak District, where we are located, the quality of the area’s fresh produce and the work we are doing,” explained Chris.
Francesca Payton (centre) of The Tickled Trout, Barlow; Jim Harrison, Chairman Business Peak District and Kate Kearns, Inspired by the Peak District Project Officer, celebrate as the gastro pub and restaurant becomes the 500th ambassador for Inspired by the Peak District
“When I heard about Inspired by
the Peak District I was motivated to join because I believe that by
working together, businesses can both promote themselves and raise the profile of this fabulous area.”
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