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Shred Direct bounces back with growth plans after Covid-hit year
A SHREDDING company owned by a former professional footballer is bouncing back with plans to grow regionally and recruit further personnel after a Covid-hit year. Shred Direct, owned by Graeme Carter, who was once on the books at Newcastle United, was looking ahead to...
Two key appointments for growing firm Mullen Stoker
North East chartered accountancy firm Mullen Stoker has announced the appointment of two vastly experienced finance professionals as it targets further growth in 2021. Cathy Eales joins the company as an accountant, having worked in the sector for over 30 years. She...
EDBS Northern Insight feature: Why now is the perfect time to start a business
THE ongoing coronavirus pandemic continues to affect many businesses, as restrictions remain in place to prevent the spread of the deadly infection. So, now might seem a surprising time to choose to start your own business. However, Peterlee-based support organisation...
Business Durham case study: Organic and Botanic
BUSINESS Durham has been instrumental in helping a skincare entrepreneur expand her range of natural beauty products during the coronavirus outbreak. Organic and Botanic, which is based at the Durham Dales Centre in Stanhope, Bishop Auckland, make bespoke natural...
East Durham Business website launches
A WEBSITE for the flagship East Durham Business magazine is now live. eastdurhambusiness.co.uk features the latest interviews and news, as well as all four issues of the magazine which you can read in full. The site, and the magazine, are run by LEC. The team is...
Nala Engineers targets growth after Covid-hit 2020
A FAMILY run electrical contractor is looking to a year of growth after bouncing back from the challenges it faced during 2020, brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. Like many businesses, Seaham-based Nala Engineers was forced to furlough staff as the country was...
Office lettings showcase Spectrum’s ability to adapt to coronavirus pandemic
IT is fair to say 2020 was a tough year for businesses in all corners of the globe, and 2021 shows no signs of being any less challenging. But while many firms struggled to adapt to the COVID-19 restrictive climate, Spectrum Business Park in Seaham has emerged...
The future looks sweet for entrepreneur Amy with the help of EDBS
A MUM of two has taken her first steps into entrepreneurship to launch her own party business during the months of lockdown. Amy Speckman, 28, from Murton in County Durham has set up Sweetie Treats, which offers services to make your wedding, birthday party or...
Growth for Mullen Stoker’s IT division as more businesses switch to home working
NORTH East Chartered Accountancy firm Mullen Stoker has seen demand for its IT services rapidly increase as more and more people are required to work from home. Whilst many companies have been operating a flexible working policy since the coronavirus outbreak first...
East Durham Business magazine feature: Jim Box of Be Smart Solutions
Just 15 months ago engineer Jim Box was running two successful companies. But a near-fatal hit and run threatened everything he had worked so hard for. Here he chats to editor Leanne Fawcett about the experience, the impact the coronavirus pandemic has had and why he...
Family of Peterlee mum battling three inoperable brain tumours launch fundraising campaign
THE family of a Peterlee mum who is battling three incurable brain tumours have launched a campaign to raise funds to pay for potentially life-saving cell therapy treatment. Durham County Council employee Emma Selby was first diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour in...
ZF Peterlee offers former apprentice Lewis a permanent role
GLOBAL automotive technology leader ZF has proven its commitment to investing in young talent after promoting one of its former apprentices into a permanent technician role. Lewis Charlton, 21, joined the Peterlee company two and a half years ago as a quality...
LEC MD to deliver UMi and Digital Drive County Durham social media masterclass
LEC Managing Director Leanne Fawcett has been invited to deliver a social media masterclass on behalf of UMi and Digital Drive County Durham. The session, next Friday, November 27, from 10am, is designed to show businesses how to better use social media platforms...
East Durham Business magazine feature: Delanoy Funeral Services
John Delanoy and Julie Stout are passionate about the funeral industry and giving people the send-off they want – their best final farewell. Editor Leanne Fawcett finds out more. Two things are immediately evident when I down with John Delanoy and Julie Stout to talk...
String of new tenants for Novus Business Centre
A BUSINESS centre for new and growing SMEs has welcomed a string of new tenants despite the tough economic conditions. Novus Business Centre in Peterlee, which is managed by East Durham Business Service, offers flexible office space for sole traders and expanding...
£1.5m investment helps newly launched recycling company expand
A METAL recycling company which was launched at the start of the coronavirus pandemic has seen its workforce grow after its owner invested over £1.5m in infrastructure and equipment. Northern Metal Recycling was founded by owner Jordan Bell, who wanted to create a...
Mullen Stoker celebrates unusual tenth year in business with growth
NORTH East chartered accountancy firm Mullen Stoker is celebrating its tenth year in business with a string of new client wins and workforce expansion – despite the challenging economic climate. The firm, based at Mandale Business Park in Durham, was founded by Neil...
County Durham Growth Fund case study: Filtronic targets growth with grant support
FILTRONIC has received a grant of £150,000 to contribute towards its expansion project which will accelerate growth and increase its workforce. The firm, which operates from NETPark in Sedgefield, was awarded the capital grant from the County Durham Growth Fund and is...
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