Tributes paid to Coleg Cambria CEO David Jones OBE as he steps down from role
THE enduring and positive impact of David Jones on education and the economy has received widespread praise from leading figures across the country. Mr Jones steps down as Chief Executive of Coleg Cambria this week after steering the institution to national acclaim. The 57-year-old was formerly principal of Deeside College before its merger with Wrexham’s…
Read MoreAwards win and 50% turnover increase for Kinmel Bay firm BGB Scaffolding
A SCAFFOLDING company is reaping the awards after winning new contracts and achieving a 50% increase in turnover. BGB Scaffolding has enjoyed its “best-ever year” by growing its workforce to 26 people and receiving top industry prizes. Led by Managing Director Ben Badham, the Kinmel Bay-based firm was named Business of the Year (Under 100…
Read MoreBusiness Four North Wales to launch with free advice and networking clinic
LEADING finance, accountancy and law firms have joined forces to give talks and advice at a series of free business events. Edward Hughes Solicitors, Bowden Financial Planning, Knox Commercial & Insolvency Solicitors and Williams Denton Accountants are among the most recognised and respected companies in North Wales. They have united to organise Business Four North…
Read MorePlas Maenan Country House unveils new look and restaurant after huge investment
JANE HARRIS plans to make it third time lucky for a beloved North Wales landmark. Less than 12 months after buying Plas Maenan Country House in the Conwy Valley, the former nurse and soldier has transformed the five-star venue. Jane is the hotel’s third owner in less than three years but is determined to stay…
Read MoreNew Skills Plan calls for breakdown of silos to meet training demand in North Wales
BREAKING down silos and improving the connection between supply and demand in key sectors are among the aims of the new North Wales Skills and Employment Plan. Those are the words of David Roberts, chair of the North Wales Regional Skills Partnership, who was joined by guest speakers, educators, employers and business leaders at the…
Read MoreColeg Cambria and Kubota blaze a trail for future agricultural engineers
COLEG CAMBRIA LLYSFASI has joined forces with a top international agricultural machinery company to train future workers in land-based engineering. The college has signed-up to a new partnership with Kubota, the Japanese tractor and heavy equipment manufacturer. Together they have launched the Kubota Apprenticeship Scheme, a three-year block release programme which will blend education at…
Read MoreFlintshire Tourism Association to rebrand and collaborate to boost visitor numbers
A TOURISM and business group has unveiled a new vision to attract day visitors, overnight guests and holidaymakers to discover and celebrate Flintshire and the surrounding area. Flintshire Tourism Association (FTA) is rebranding with a new website and ideas including historical tours, promotion of Welsh language projects, improved town-to-town links and ‘story shops’ to…
Read MoreColeg Cambria leads the way for Wales at UK skills tournament
COLEG CAMBRIA enhanced its reputation as a leader in skills and training at a national competition. More than 500 participants from across the country took part in the annual WorldSkills UK LIVE event at NEC Birmingham over the weekend. Learners and apprentices from Cambria – which has sites in Wrexham, Deeside, Northop and Llysfasi –…
Read MoreNorth Wales partnership to launch new skills and employment plan next week
A NEW skills and employment plan will aim to meet demand for training and education in key sectors across North Wales. The North Wales Regional Skills Partnership collaborated with private and public sector partners to produce the 2019-2022 strategy. Welsh Government Minister for Economy and Transport Ken Skates and Partnership chair David Roberts will be…
Read MoreION Leadership and 20Twenty business programmes celebrated at conference
THE best of business attended a popular leadership and management conference in Llandudno. Venue Cymru hosted the North Wales Means Business Event to mark the 10th anniversary of programmes funded by the European Social Fund (ESF) through Welsh Government at Bangor University, including ION Leadership and 20Twenty Business Growth. More than 100 people enjoyed insightful…
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