Danger: Emotions at work
Managers often dismiss the role of feelings but research suggests they should pay attention to the emotional climate at work and choose staff with emotional intelligence. Here are eight ways …
First investment by mezz fund will create new jobs on Merseyside
ChargePoint Technology – the Merseyside manufacturer which supplies precision containment valves to some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and chemicals businesses – is set to create over 15 new jobs …
Rosebud backs advertising software company Azullo
A Lancaster-based technology company which has developed an online advertising platform used by leading publishers has secured a six-figure investment from Lancashire’s Rosebud Fund, managed by Enterprise Ventures. The new …
Fleet management consultancy on track for growth with £500k investment
A fleet management consultancy which has developed new software used in the management of large vehicle fleets has received a £500,000 investment from The North West Fund for Venture Capital, …
North West housebuilders continue to struggle despite upturn
Despite some signs of recovery in the property market, research by R3 shows that housebuilders continue to face tough challenges, with over a third (34%) of firms in the North …
R3 welcomes new payday loan proposals
R3, the trade body which represents insolvency practitioners, welcomes the new proposals from the Financial Conduct Authority on the regulation of the payday loan industry. R3’s North West regional chair …
Retailers delaying administration as quarter day approaches
The North West’s retail sector could see a spike in insolvencies following the next rent quarter day which falls this Sunday, says insolvency trade body R3. Rent quarter day sees …
Virtual headhunting’ big data firm secures £525k venture capital
A new type of recruitment business which has revolutionised the way employers source fresh talent received a £525,000 investment this week from The North West Fund for Venture Capital, managed …
Architects set for growth with £100k Rosebud funding
A Preston-based firm of architects has secured a £100,000 finance package from Lancashire’s Rosebud Fund to help it take advantage of an upturn in the property market. Established in 1991 …