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Wubbleyou To Host AI Briefing for B2B Service Leaders

On 27th August, Wubbleyou is hosting an AI Briefing for B2B Service Leaders designed to help founders spot market shifts that matter for their niches, augment existing teams to deliver more without adding to headcount and position their business to win before competitors catch up.

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SMEs in North East paralysed by fear – despite sitting on significant cash reserves, warns Azets’ UK Chief Executive

A large number of SMEs in the North East are holding back on investment, despite sitting on significant piles of cash, it emerged today.

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NPIF II - NEL backs Mechplant with investment to drive regional growth

One of the North East’s most established plant hire businesses is set to build on decades of success after securing a significant investment from NPIF II - NEL Debt Finance, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II).

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North-East based investment company reports positive interim results and prepares for ‘transformative period’

Develop North PLC (Develop North), the investment company managed by Newcastle-based fund management specialists Tier One Capital (Tier One), has reported a positive Net Asset Value (NAV) return from its investment portfolio in its latest interim results.

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NPIF II investment fuels launch of FiftyPlus Longevity centre in Whitley Bay

A new health and wellness centre purpose-built for older adults in North Tyneside is set to open its doors thanks to a strategic investment from NPIF II - NEL Debt Finance, which is managed by NEL Fund Managers as part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II). 

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New Business-Backed Initiative Takes Flight to Support Women’s Basketball in the North East

A brand-new initiative bringing together North East businesses to support women in sport officially launched today at the Vertu Arena, home of the Newcastle Eagles.

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Develop North PLC completes £1.2m funding for boutique hotel conversion

Develop North PLC (Develop North), the investment fund managed by Newcastle-based Tier One Capital (Tier One), has provided £1.2 million in development funding to support the conversion of a Georgian townhouse in Edinburgh into a new, high-end hotel.

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HR firm expands team ahead of Employment Rights Bill implementation

As UK employers prepare for the implementation of the Employment Rights Bill, specialist HR consultancy Inspired HR has announced the expansion of its team to meet increasing demand for guidance on neurodiversity and inclusive employment practices.

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North East Founder Launches Next Chapter for Growing B2B Search Marketing Agency

Entrepreneur Michael Knowles has unveiled a major milestone for his business, ROAR Digital Marketing, with the launch of a bold new website and brand refresh designed to support scale-up ambitions into 2026.

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Champions set to showcase Durham on a global scale

Businesses, organisations and individuals from across County Durham have come together for the first Durham Champions – an exciting new county-wide network made up of people who are passionate about the place and want to see it thrive.

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