Grants given out in a BID to boost town businesses
LOCAL events and markets have been allocated thousands of pounds worth of grants this year, in a campaign by the RTW Business Improvement District (BID) to increase visitor numbers in town year-round. Following the May 1 deadline for the event and market grants, assessments and decisions were made quickly this year to allow spring events […]
‘Flexible working is critical to our success’
A survey has shown concerns over flexible working are not shared by most UK managers, as three-quarters agreed it improves productivity. The study, involving 597 managers across the country, was conducted by the Equal Parenting Project, which is jointly run by the University of Birmingham and the University of York. The research suggests that managers […]
Times Business Awards gala evening hailed as the ‘biggest and best ever’
THE biggest ever Times Business Awards ceremony saw over 200 attendees pour into the Victorian Science Theatre at Salomons Estate on March 30 to celebrate achievement and ambition. Shortlisted businesses, charities, entrepreneurs and judges dressed up in their sparkling, black-tie best to network, reconnect and await the outcome of the judges’ deliberations – before the […]
Why not make a night of it?
DINNER bookings have closed for the Times Business Awards, but how about enjoying the night fully by taking advantage of a 20 per cent discount on accommodation at Salomons Estate? An overnight stay is ideal for those who live further afield. With a rail strike planned for March 30, you would no longer need to […]
Shortlist announced for 2023 event
The Times Business Awards 2023 has prompted a deluge of fantastic entrants from across Tunbridge Wells. In fact, in response to the quality of the entries and the range of businesses that applied, five of the categories have been expanded to include four finalists who will be in the running for the awards. This year […]
People behind the scenes play a starring role in staging gala event
the Times Business Awards not only showcases local companies and entrepreneurs every year, but also draws on the services of the business community to stage the event. Behind the scenes, two of the Tunbridge Wells-based business people getting ready for the gala event on March 30 are international photographer David Bartholomew and the team at […]
Countdown to gala night
ENTRIES to the Times Business Awards have now closed, and it is time for the judging to begin. The shortlist will be announced on March 15, giving 30 finalists time to make plans for the gala dinner on March 30. Someone else who is making preparations for the evening is Deborah Richards, founder of Maddisons […]
Deadline extended for this year’s Hollywood-themed gala event
With entries still coming in for the Times Business Awards, the decision has been taken to extend the deadline. The closing date will now be 11.59pm on Friday February 24. “We appreciate that our local entrepreneurs and organisations want to show themselves to their best advantage, so we are giving everyone some extra time to […]
Berkeley Homes adds the finishing touch to business event as headline sponsor
ANOTHER big boost this week for the Times Business Awards with the news that Berkeley Homes, one of the leading builders in the South East, has signed up to be the headline sponsor of the flagship event. “This is a real endorsement of the quality and standing of our annual awards and we are delighted […]
Record store and coffee shop opens second store
EVEN FLOW, a record shop and coffee house, plans to build on the success of its store in St John’s and open a second shop in the town. Opening this weekend (January 28-29), at Ely Court on Camden Road, part of the Royal Victoria Place (RVP) shopping centre, the store will offer live music and […]
