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 General | 23rd June 2020 The Barn at Severn & Wye crowned Restaurant of the Year at the Forest Business Awards 2020Severn & Wye Smokery is celebrating having seen its restaurant, The Barn at Severn & Wye, named as ‘Restaurant of the Year’ at the Forest Business Awards 2020. Read more | The Barn at Severn & Wye crowned Restaurant of the Year at the Forest Business Awards 2020 | 23/06/2020 |
 General | 18th June 2020 Worcestershire County Council is proposing to build a new walking and cycling bridgeHAVE YOUR SAY about the plans for a bridge across the River Severn in Worcester from Gheluvelt Park to the Kepax site in St Johns Read more | Worcestershire County Council is proposing to build a new walking and cycling bridge | 18/06/2020 |
 General | 15th June 2020 Get 'HS2 ready' with free weekly webinarsAttend HS2's onboard local weekly webinars to find out more about the ways you can get your business ‘HS2 ready’ Read more | Get 'HS2 ready' with free weekly webinars | 15/06/2020 |
 General | 8th June 2020 Shorter shop leases loom as coronavirus accelerates change on the high streetShorter and more flexible leases on shops across Worcestershire are likely to become the norm while some stores may even be turned into homes as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, a leading propert... Read more | Shorter shop leases loom as coronavirus accelerates change on the high street | 08/06/2020 |
 General | 3rd June 2020 WINN Innovation Platform is now liveRegister for the platform that offers innovators and entrepreneurs a wealth of useful information, business support and top tips from specialist advisors. Read more | WINN Innovation Platform is now live | 03/06/2020 |
 General | 28th May 2020 Pump Street next in line for improvementsBuilding on the success of the works on The Shambles in Worcester, Pump Street is next in line to see improvements, as part of Worcestershire County Council’s Town Centre Improvement Programme. Read more | Pump Street next in line for improvements | 28/05/2020 |
 General | 18th May 2020 Worcestershire firm supports Aerospace deal which will bring new jobs despite lockdownWorcestershire recruitment company Consilium Recruit has signed a two-year deal with pioneering technology specialist Electroflight to source specialists in the emerging battery powered aerospace indu... Read more | Worcestershire firm supports Aerospace deal which will bring new jobs despite lockdown | 18/05/2020 |
 General | 6th May 2020 Worcestershire Community Foundation’s Covid-19 appeal leads to £110,000 in donationsA recently launched Covid-19 appeal by the Worcestershire Community Foundation has enabled grants of over £100,000 which are already helping 40 different organisations across Worcestershire. Read more | Worcestershire Community Foundation’s Covid-19 appeal leads to £110,000 in donations | 06/05/2020 |
 General | 28th April 2020 Job matching service launched for WorcestershireAre you a business that is having to make immediate changes to your workforce as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic Read more | Job matching service launched for Worcestershire | 28/04/2020 |
 General | 23rd April 2020 Worcester contractor secures coronavirus funding from BCRSA Worcestershire contractor has secured a funding boost to relieve its cash flow situation after several projects were delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Read more | Worcester contractor secures coronavirus funding from BCRS | 23/04/2020 |
 General | 23rd April 2020 A brand-new Findit launches in the West MidlandsA new business Findit site aimed at SMEs in Coventry and Warwickshire has been launched today (Thursday 23 April) to provide organisations with high-profile supply chain opportunities, news and events... Read more | A brand-new Findit launches in the West Midlands | 23/04/2020 |
 General | 22nd April 2020 Worcester Community Trust urges locals to participate in nationwide 2.6 ChallengeWorcester Community Trust, the Worcester-based charity, is taking part in the 2.6 Challenge. Read more | Worcester Community Trust urges locals to participate in nationwide 2.6 Challenge | 22/04/2020 |
 General | 17th April 2020 Worcestershire LEP UpdateWhilst these times prove to be difficult for all businesses in the county. I am proud to see two new programmes launched to help both businesses and the local community. Read more | Worcestershire LEP Update | 17/04/2020 |
 General | 15th April 2020 FinditinWorcestershire member needs your help to supply more protective equipmentA county firm has urged the public to join the ‘battle’ and donate to help the production of protective equipment for the NHS and frontline workers. Read more | FinditinWorcestershire member needs your help to supply more protective equipment | 15/04/2020 |
 General | 15th April 2020 Businesses urged to consider how to retain staff after coronavirus restrictions are liftedEmployers should start putting plans in place now to keep hold of skilled staff once the coronavirus lockdown and restrictions are lifted, or risk losing them to competitors. Read more | Businesses urged to consider how to retain staff after coronavirus restrictions are lifted | 15/04/2020 |
 General | 6th April 2020 New grants available for industry impacted by Covid-19UK registered businesses can apply for a share of up to £20 million to respond to new and urgent needs in UK and global communities during and following the Covid-19 pandemic. Read more | New grants available for industry impacted by Covid-19 | 06/04/2020 |
 General | 1st April 2020 Can your business help the Covid-19 crisis?You could help make a huge difference to the key workers on the frontline Read more | Can your business help the Covid-19 crisis? | 01/04/2020 |
 General | 26th March 2020 Worcestershire Community Foundation launches Covid-19 response appealOne of Worcestershire’s largest charitable hub's has launched a county-wide appeal which will help community groups and charities overcome issues caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Read more | Worcestershire Community Foundation launches Covid-19 response appeal | 26/03/2020 |
 General | 26th March 2020 Final grant call - Last chance for businesses to applyThe Enterprising Worcestershire Grant Fund is now coming to an end and has announced a FINAL GRANT CALL Read more | Final grant call - Last chance for businesses to apply | 26/03/2020 |
 General | 24th March 2020 Findit's tips for working at homeA lot of us are now working from home and it’s fair to say we’ve never experienced a time like this. Read more | Findit's tips for working at home | 24/03/2020 |
 General | 18th March 2020 Coronavirus (COVID-19): Help and support for Worcestershire businessesFindit will closely follow the Government’s advice and guidelines and work with support organisations to bring all our members the current business information. Read more | Coronavirus (COVID-19): Help and support for Worcestershire businesses | 18/03/2020 |
 General | 16th March 2020 Birmingham automotive firm powers ahead with 100 new engineering jobsA recruitment partnership has seen dozens of engineers beginning new roles at a Birmingham automotive firm which is driving innovations in low carbon and electric vehicle technology. Read more | Birmingham automotive firm powers ahead with 100 new engineering jobs | 16/03/2020 |
 General | 13th March 2020 Statement on the Worcestershire LEP Annual Conference 2020In view of health concerns and the uncertainty around bringing groups of people together in the weeks ahead, the Worcestershire LEP has taken the difficult decision to postpone the 2020 conference pla... Read more | Statement on the Worcestershire LEP Annual Conference 2020 | 13/03/2020 |
 General | 10th March 2020 Kidderminster BID welcomes new manager, Alexandra PowellThe local Business Improvement District (BID) has announced the appointment of a new BID Manager today (Tuesday 10 March). Read more | Kidderminster BID welcomes new manager, Alexandra Powell | 10/03/2020 |
 General | 9th March 2020 FinditinWorcestershire member launches 'Good Egg Awards' for local businessesLocal workers and managers have the opportunity to be recognised as part of a Worcester firm's 'Good Egg Awards' Read more | FinditinWorcestershire member launches 'Good Egg Awards' for local businesses | 09/03/2020 |
 General | 9th March 2020 Introducing - our new Marketplace featureCalling all Worcestershire businesses! Do you have a product or service you’d like to promote to FinditinWorcestershire's 11,000 members? Check out our brand new module Marketplace. Read more | Introducing - our new Marketplace feature | 09/03/2020 |
 General | 6th March 2020 Popular farming legal seminar returns to WorcestershireLegal issues affecting Worcestershire farmers and landowners will be covered at a free annual agricultural seminar taking place on Thursday 26th March. Read more | Popular farming legal seminar returns to Worcestershire | 06/03/2020 |
 General | 26th February 2020 Microsoft set to headline Worcestershire eventBusinesses in Worcestershire have been invited to a breakfast event which will tackle the latest benefits of embracing technology and innovative solutions to improve productivity. Read more | Microsoft set to headline Worcestershire event | 26/02/2020 |
 General | 20th February 2020 University of Worcester chosen to boost STEM education in West Midlands schoolsThe University of Worcester has been chosen to become the STEM Club Champion for the West Midlands and support schools across Birmingham, Coventry, Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire, and Sol... Read more | University of Worcester chosen to boost STEM education in West Midlands schools | 20/02/2020 |
 General | 17th February 2020 Worcestershire gritting and snow plough firm set for awards successA successful family firm from Worcestershire has been shortlisted for a regional business award in recognition of its growth, customer service and environmental credentials. Read more | Worcestershire gritting and snow plough firm set for awards success | 17/02/2020 |
 General | 13th February 2020 30-year milestone for Worcestershire family construction firmA father and son who run one of Worcestershire’s most respected building companies are celebrating the firm’s 30th anniversary. Read more | 30-year milestone for Worcestershire family construction firm | 13/02/2020 |
 General | 31st January 2020 Business leaders meet as registrations open for Worcestershire LEP’s Annual Conference 2020Business leaders from across the county joined the Worcestershire LEP team for the launch of the Worcestershire LEP’s 2020 Annual Conference. Read more | Business leaders meet as registrations open for Worcestershire LEP’s Annual Conference 2020 | 31/01/2020 |
 General | 27th January 2020 Worcestershire LEP welcomes Jenny Long to its boardWorcestershire LEP has thanked long-standing board member, Mark Martin, who has stepped down from January 2020 and welcomed its newest member, Jenny Long, MD of IceBlue Digital Marketing Read more | Worcestershire LEP welcomes Jenny Long to its board | 27/01/2020 |
 General | 16th January 2020 Employment lawyer issues IR35 alert to Worcestershire firmsA leading Worcestershire employment lawyer has warned the county’s private sector businesses to be fully prepared ahead of sweeping changes to rules on using contractors. Read more | Employment lawyer issues IR35 alert to Worcestershire firms | 16/01/2020 |
 General | 16th January 2020 Full steam ahead for Forgate Street's newest arrivalCoffee house entrepreneur Aasia Baig opens her third railway venture in Worcester thanks to business funding Read more | Full steam ahead for Forgate Street's newest arrival | 16/01/2020 |
 General | 15th January 2020 Low Carbon Opportunities Programme set to continue helping SMEsFREE renewable energy and low carbon innovation assessments and grants for SMEs in Worcestershire are set to continue for another three years. Read more | Low Carbon Opportunities Programme set to continue helping SMEs | 15/01/2020 |
 General | 8th January 2020 Tech accelerator BetaDen opens its search for Cohort 3.0Worcestershire’s first-of-its kind technology accelerator is now searching for its third cohort. Read more | Tech accelerator BetaDen opens its search for Cohort 3.0 | 08/01/2020 |
 General | 18th December 2019 Medilink West Midlands celebrates 18 years of supportMedilink West Midlands will host its annual Medical and Healthcare Business Awards on Thursday 13 February 2020, bringing together life sciences, healthcare and med-tech Read more | Medilink West Midlands celebrates 18 years of support | 18/12/2019 |
 General | 18th December 2019 Award winning employee health and wellbeing achievementISO Quality Services became one of the smallest SMEs in the county to achieve level two of the Worcestershire Works Well accreditation in June. Six months on, the Worcester-based FinditinWorcestershir... Read more | Award winning employee health and wellbeing achievement | 18/12/2019 |
 General | 17th December 2019 Worcestershire hair salon celebrates quarter of a centuryFinditinWorcestershire member, Abacus Hair has celebrated its 25th anniversary and used the business milestone to introduce a range of sustainable hair and beauty products. Read more | Worcestershire hair salon celebrates quarter of a century | 17/12/2019 |
 General | 10th December 2019 Prepare your business for the EU exit with Worcestershire Business CentralWorcestershire Business Central is offering a series of FREE training events to help businesses prepare for the changes they will need to make before and after UK leaves the European Union. Read more | Prepare your business for the EU exit with Worcestershire Business Central | 10/12/2019 |
 General | 1st December 2019 Businesses celebrate at the first North Worcestershire Business AwardsMore than 170 business leaders from across North Worcestershire attended the first business awards ‘celebrating the rising stars’ in the area. Read more | Businesses celebrate at the first North Worcestershire Business Awards | 01/12/2019 |
 General | 1st December 2019 £2million project launched for the Agri-tech sectorPershore College announces its ERDF-funded project to help move Worcestershire businesses into new agri-tech markets Read more | £2million project launched for the Agri-tech sector | 01/12/2019 |
 General | 25th November 2019 FinditinWorcestershire member celebrates first year of collaborationVisual Marketing Agency DT Studios in Kidderminster is celebrating its first anniversary. Read more | FinditinWorcestershire member celebrates first year of collaboration | 25/11/2019 |
 General | 21st November 2019 Recruitment firm Workforce announces management promotionsIn a run of senior promotions, a Worcestershire recruitment firm has unveiled a new team of managers within its three branches in the county. Read more | Recruitment firm Workforce announces management promotions | 21/11/2019 |
 General | 20th November 2019 Enterprising Worcestershire offering higher value grantsMatch funding is available to SMEs in Worcestershire for investment in new equipment and more. Read more | Enterprising Worcestershire offering higher value grants | 20/11/2019 |
 General | 19th November 2019 EBC Group help enhance the match day experience at Worcester WarriorsThe FinditinWorcestershire member has installed a new high speed Wi-Fi throughout the stadium Read more | EBC Group help enhance the match day experience at Worcester Warriors | 19/11/2019 |
 General | 19th November 2019 Changing the face of public sector procurement with FinditinWorcestershireThe last breakfast event of the year gives members an opportunity to meet some of the region’s public sector buyers Read more | Changing the face of public sector procurement with FinditinWorcestershire | 19/11/2019 |
 General | 7th November 2019 Royal visit to Kidderminster highlights how technology keeps you more independentA retirement residence in Kidderminster, equipped with the latest technology, has had a Royal visit. Read more | Royal visit to Kidderminster highlights how technology keeps you more independent | 07/11/2019 |
 General | 7th November 2019 Business leaders invited to free Brexit and employment law seminarBusinesses in Worcestershire have been invited to a free breakfast seminar which will tackle the latest on Brexit and help them stay one step ahead of employment law issues. Read more | Business leaders invited to free Brexit and employment law seminar | 07/11/2019 |
