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LBV HUB


Date: 28 April 2026 Time: 08.30-11.00


Venue: Dunkenhalgh Hotel and Spa


Join decision-makers implementing AI and automation, and those considering their next steps.


Hear from business leaders and specialist practitioners on what is working, what is challenging, and how organisations are adopting new technologies while managing risk.


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Chorley digital agency Bespoke is celebrating 25 years in business. What began with just two people working above a nightclub grew into a £1m business before being acquired by Manchester-based Digital Media Stream in 2023.


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Farleys Solicitors welcomed contacts to its offices in Padiham for a presentation from Neil Lloyd, chief executive of Lawfront. Farleys joined Lawfront as part of its expanding group in 2022, and this event offered a behind the scenes look at the private equity investment reshaping the legal services landscape.


Scott Dawson Advertising has been appointed by Hyndburn Council to manage some of the borough’s most anticipated events in 2026, including the Accrington Food and Drink Festival, the #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge, the Accrington Christmas Lights Switch On and the Great Harwood Christmas Extravaganza.


Warton based marketing agency ICG has welcomed three new clients to its roster. Following a competitive seven-way pitch, ICG was appointed by leading property management company Colliers to deliver social media management for retail destinations Cortonwood Shopping Park in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, and Galleries Retail Park in Washington, Tyne & Wear.


Blackpool-based Gorgeous Cheesecakes is working with Blackpool Growth Business Academy specialists to strengthen existing customer relationships, build awareness and expand its product offerings. Founded in 2010 by Matthew Watts and his wife Sharon, Gorgeous Cheesecakes began as a passion project at home.


SPAR North of England retailer, wholesaler and distributor James Hall & Co has celebrated a major charity milestone with £1m raised for Marie Curie. The million-pound mark has kicked 2026 off in style and comes as the national charity partnership between SPAR and Marie Curie, the UK’s leading end of life care charity, enters a 10th year.


Bowker Motor Group has announced a new partnership with global vehicle manufacturer Changan, with a new dealership set to open in Preston this year. The Changan showroom will be located in the former BMW Motorrad dealership on the docks in Preston. It will showcase Changan’s full UK vehicle range.


Woodcocks Haworth and Nuttall (WHN) Solicitors has become one of only a handful of companies in the region to gain membership of the UK’s professional body for equity release. The Equity Release Council is responsible for promoting high standards in the provision of and advice on equity release. Its members include providers, qualified financial advisers, solicitors and intermediaries.


Burnley-based Neuro-Sparks Business Solutions was recognised as a winner at the inaugural Forbes Trailblazers Awards 2025, celebrating individuals and organisations across the UK driving meaningful, positive change. The business was selected as one of only three Business Pioneer winners nationally and one of just 15 overall winners across all categories.


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