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24/03/2026•We Are PoWEr•

We Are PoWEr Community Generates £12.3 Million in Social Value Across the North

We Are PoWEr announced that its community-led programmes have generated £12.3 million in social value over the past decade across the North, through initiatives like leadership development, mentoring, and advocacy. This figure, revealed at the 2026 Northern PoWEr Women Awards, highlights the economic and social impact of their efforts to support career progression and talent retention. The organisation plans to expand its programmes to continue fostering regional growth and opportunities.

We Are PoWEr Community Generates £12.3 Million in Social Value Across the North
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Suzi Perry to host 2026 Black Country Chamber Business Awards

Motorsport broadcaster Suzi Perry will host the 2026 Black Country Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, marking the event's 25th anniversary. The awards, celebrating business innovation and success in the region, will take place on November 12 at Wolverhampton Racecourse. The event offers partnership opportunities and features twelve award categories, including two new ones for 2026, highlighting the diverse business community in the Black Country.

Suzi Perry to host 2026 Black Country Chamber Business Awards
Preston, Lancashire - February 25, 2026•Enterprise Vision Awards•

#SBS Small Business Award Announced in Landmark Partnership with Enterprise Vision Awards

From Dragon’s Den to EVAS Stage. Theo Paphitis Launches New #SBS Award for Women in Business Theo Paphitis has partnered with the Enterprise Vision Awards, the UK’s largest celebration of women in business, to launch the new #SBS Small Business Award for 2026. The partnership was announced at the annual #SBS event in Birmingham, where more than 1,000 business owners gathered for a day of connection, learning and opportunity, providing the ideal backdrop to unveil this collaboration championing f

#SBS Small Business Award Announced in Landmark Partnership with Enterprise Vision Awards
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Black Country exporters face fresh uncertainty as Trump tariff threat looms

Black Country exporters are reassessing their trade relationships with the United States following renewed threats of significant tariffs from President Donald Trump. The Black Country Chamber of Commerce today warned at least one of its members has made the decision to halt doing business in America. President Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on aluminium and steel imports and has now pledged a further 10% tariff on eight European countries, including the UK, linked to disputes over Greenland. Ch

Black Country exporters face fresh uncertainty as Trump tariff threat looms
LONDON 20 January 2026•WCorp Ltd•

London Entrepreneur Named One Of 2026’s Leading UK Female Founders

Geeta Sidhu-Robb, founder of Wcorp Ltd based in London, has been recognised as one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring female entrepreneurs. Geeta, who founded her business in 2024, will be featured alongside leading female founders from across the country as part of Small Business Britain’s f:Entrepreneur #IAlso100 campaign, which celebrates the multi-achievements of women running businesses in the UK. The campaign celebrates 100 exceptional women across the UK who are driving innovation, growth, an

London Entrepreneur Named One Of 2026’s Leading UK Female Founders
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Black Country Expo returns with expert speakers and networking opportunities

Business professionals across the Midlands are invited to attend the Black Country Chamber of Commerce Expo at Wolverhampton Racecourse - a free event designed to inspire, educate and connect the regional business community. The Expo, part of the West Midlands Business Festival, takes place on Thursday, 5 February 2026 from 10am-2pm. As well as over 50 exhibitors, it promises to deliver practical workshops and networking opportunities for businesses of all sizes and sectors. Sarah Moorhouse, chi

Black Country Expo returns with expert speakers and networking opportunities
Preston, Lancashire, UK - December, 22, 2025•Enterprise VisionAwards•

Theo Paphitis Announced as Keynote Speaker for EVAS Westminster Reception

The Enterprise Vision Awards (the EVAS), the UK’s largest celebration of women in business, has announced Theo Paphitis as the Keynote Speaker for its upcoming EVAS Westminster Reception, taking place on Thursday 21 May at the House of Lords, Palace of Westminster. Theo Paphitis is a renowned entrepreneur, well known TV Dragon on Dragons’ Den, and founder of #SBS Small Business Sunday, a grassroots initiative that has championed and amplified tens of thousands of small businesses across the UK,

Theo Paphitis Announced as Keynote Speaker for EVAS Westminster Reception
Preston, Lancashire - November 26, 2025•Pink Link•

The Festive Business Event Helping Women Find Community, Confidence and New Clients

Women in business from across the UK will come together for one of the most uplifting events of the year as Pink Link hosts its annual Christmas Regional on Friday 5 December at Ribby Hall Village, bringing connection, inspiration and real business opportunities to women at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey. Supporting Women Through Connection, Community and Opportunity Running a business can be isolating. Many women juggle heavy workloads, caring responsibilities and the pressure of

The Festive Business Event Helping Women Find Community, Confidence and New Clients
Cumbria - November 25, 2025•The Safe Woman•

The Safe Woman Wins Cumbria New Business of the Year 2025

A business that puts women’s safety at the heart of its mission has won a major award. The Safe Woman Ltd, founded by women’s safety advocate and motivational speaker Sarah Schofield, was crowned Best New Business of the Year at the In-Cumbria Business Awards. The extraordinary achievement comes just 11 months after the official launch of the business. The ceremony, sponsored by H&H Insurance Brokers Limited, celebrated outstanding organisations and leaders across Cumbria, with The Safe Woman Lt

The Safe Woman Wins Cumbria New Business of the Year 2025
London, UK - 7 November 2025•The BFA (British Franchise Association)•

BFA (British Franchise Association) reveals names of winners at the 2025 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards

Last night the BFA (British Franchise Association) held its annual awards event, recognising the best in British franchising. In a rare occurrence, three domiciliary care brands took home the top prizes of Franchisor of the Year Established, Expanding and Emerging. Personal Services Boom According to the latest British Franchise Survey, sponsored by NIC Local in October 2024, the Personal Services category, which domiciliary home care falls into alongside education, pet care, fitness brands etc,

BFA (British Franchise Association) reveals names of winners at the 2025 BFA HSBC UK British Franchise Awards
BOLTON, UK, October 23, 2025•Chocolate PR•

Entrepreneurial Parents Invited to Bring Kids Along to Festoon at Personal Development Event in Bolton

Following years of phenomenal growth and sell-out success, The Big Festoon - the UK’s fastest-growing personal and professional development event founded by Preston mum of 3 Dani Wallace, is returning to Bolton bigger, bolder, and more inclusive than ever before, later this month. Taking place at Bolton Stadium, on 30th and 31st October, for the first time, this Big Festoon will feature The Mini Festoon - a brand-new addition designed to support entrepreneurs with children and inspire the next g

Entrepreneurial Parents Invited to Bring Kids Along to Festoon at Personal Development Event in Bolton
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