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Lumina MD appointed as IoD Branch Chair
It has just been announced by the Institute of Directors (IoD) that Richard McBarnet, MD of Hemel Hempstead-based Lumina Technologies, has been appointed IoD Branch Chair for Hertfordshire.
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An inspirational and fun night of giving raised over £10,000 to support vital new projects planned by Earthworks, HACRO and Small Acts of Kindness. The Funding Network is a refreshingly effective fundraising model, building links between potential donors and charitable causes, through live crowdfunding making giving fun, well informed and engaging. This global initiative raises money for small non-profits driving social change and helps both individuals and businesses to combine their giving with others, to make a bigger impact.
New play on tour celebrates the Hertfordshire Suffrage campaigners of 100 years ago
Marking this year's centenary of women gaining the vote in national elections, a new play from community theatre company Pins & Feathers is touring Hertfordshire in September.
New technology like AI, automation and robotics could pave the way for better working conditions - including higher pay and reduced workloads - a new TUC report sets out today (Monday).
Peacock Engineering increases its Maximo team
Peacock Engineering, the IBM Maximo Gold Business Partner, is continuing to grow its team. It has recruited John Green as a Solutions Architect, bringing additional expertise to the team.
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Second phase of High Street improvement works well underway
The second phase of the High Street improvement works, led by Watford Borough Council in partnership with Hertfordshire County Council and Watford BID, is now well underway.
Debenhams Ottaway’s growth continues with a new London office space
The Hertfordshire-based multi-service law firm Debenhams Ottaway has announced that, as of 1 September, it is expanding to a new central London space, to complement its current offices in St Albans and Radlett.
Influential disability champion honoured by University of Hertfordshire urges graduates to discover their purpose
Michael McGrath has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate from the University of Hertfordshire in recognition of his motivational and inspirational work with persons with disability.
New CEO for the Wine Society
The Wine Society is delighted to announce that Steve Finlan has been appointed as the new CEO (Chief Executive Officer).
