Celebrating Pride Month 2024 with Business West Colleagues
June has been the celebration of Pride Month, bringing with it an historical significance, celebration, reflection and joy.
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June has been the celebration of Pride Month, bringing with it an historical significance, celebration, reflection and joy.
Last night, the Bristol Initiative held our June Quarterly Members’ Meeting at the Bristol Beacon, focusing on key issues and future plans for our city. Cllr Tony Dyer, Bristol City Council’s newly elected Leader, was the keynote speaker. Members also heard from Bristol Initiative leaders Victoria Matthews and Jenny Ablett, and Louise Mitchell CBE, CEO of the Bristol Beacon.
International Women in Engineering Day (INWED) was first launched by the Women’s Engineering Society (WES) as a national initiative. After year-by-year growth the day has reached global audiences and achieved UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) patronage.
What is Bristol’s place in the national political landscape, and how will local issues be addressed by the next government? These and more pressing questions were at the heart of a lively debate held this week for young professionals and business leaders from across the city, ahead of the upcoming General Election.
The best companies, in my view, tend to have the best leaders. One of the very best companies in Gloucestershire is Renishaw, and its co-founder and executive chairman is Sir David McMurtry.
We're thrilled to share that Business West has issued the first UK ATA Carnet to Peru on behalf of Cambridgeshire Chambers of Commerce. This milestone facilitated a unique charitable venture: a rowing trip up the Amazon River to raise funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital. The ATA Carnet, often called the "passport for goods," will streamline temporarily exporting the necessary equipment to Peru, including the team's rowing boat, ensuring a hassle-free journey. This event marks a first for temporary export and showcases the power of international collaboration in supporting vital fundraising projects.
Looking to impress your staff and welcome visitors to an impressive office location in Bristol? Look no further than Leigh Court, the headquarters of Business West. Nestled in 25 acres of stunning private parkland, our bespoke office space offers elegance and convenience that can be tailored to your business's individual needs. Why choose Leigh Court? Leigh Court is an impressive Grade II* listed mansion, offering a unique working environment just 3 miles from the M5 (junction 19) and within easy reach of Bristol, Clifton, and Bristol airport. With ample free parking, modern amenities, and a location outside the congestion zone, it's ideal for businesses looking to make a statement.
As many people who work in international trade know, one of the hardest tasks in any exporting role is keeping up with the number of acronyms used in day-to-day trade! In this Business West summer update, I focus on three relatively new terms affecting exporters. CBAM One of the biggest changes to policy in recent years has been the introduction of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will replace the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). The six sectors which are currently affected are:
Transport is such an important issue for business that this month we devoted our entire quarterly Initiative meeting to that single topic.