A Teesside entrepreneur who left school at 16 has grown two successful businesses - creating almost 40 jobs in the process. On the day of her first GCSE exam, Michelle Sheekey's world was turned upside down when her beloved grandad died. That heartache meant Michelle left school "with a couple of daft O Levels" and little ambition.
Workplace technology provider Agilico is celebrating another accolade this week after picking up a major industry sustainability award. Agilico was named the winner of the Commitment to Carbon Reduction & Sustainability Award at the 2026 Crescent Purchasing Consortium (CPC) Awards ceremony, held in Manchester.
Leading law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed Helen Badger and Gemma Lynch as partners, strengthening its employment law work with NHS trusts, independent healthcare providers and health tech businesses.
North East Executive & Leadership Coaching Company Is This You?, have been named a finalist in the 2026 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards, shortlisted in the Innovation Entrepreneurs of the Year category.
A North East insurance broker has reported its strongest first quarter in more than 50 years after introducing a wellbeing programme for employees.
Bargain hunters across County Durham are better placed to snap up this summer’s best buys after Entrepreneurs Forum members Fuse helped a popular North East charity enhance connectivity at two of its busiest shops.
UK Top 100 law firm Ward Hadaway has appointed Jill Donabie as a partner in its Newcastle-based education team, strengthening its people related offering to schools of all kinds, academy trusts and colleges.
Tennick Accountants has joined forces with Hereford-based Kinder Accountants in a move that doubles the size of the business and strengthens its support for clients across the UK.
Legal Experts, Richard Reed Solicitors are warning that workplace “banter” can create significant legal, financial, and reputational exposure for organisations ahead of enhanced employment protections coming into play.
A South Tyneside technology firm is hosting an exclusive open day to showcase how AI-powered security systems can support smarter business operations.
