Celebrating Trees: How to be a proactive business and ignite change
National Tree Week, running from the 25th November to the 3rd December this year, is the UK’s largest celebration of trees, highlighting all the incredible things trees do for us and the planet.
How well equipped are you to lead change?
Chris Dunn writes...Leading change is one of the most challenging aspects of leadership. This is not only because the pace of change is accelerating but also because so much seems to be changing all at the same time. So, where do leaders and senior managers get the right support to help them make more of the right calls about change management?
What to look for in an executive coach or business mentor
Not all executive coaches and business mentors are equal. The differences matter.
Thanking trustees - we couldn't do it without them
It Takes a City writes...We give thanks during Trustees Week (6-10 November).
Can you help It Takes a City with donations?
It Takes a City are calling for donations of clothes and store cupboard items in support of rough sleepers.
Cambridge based Anthias Consulting wins ‘Supplier Excellence’ Award
Local Cambridge woman-owned company Anthias Consulting Ltd was shortlisted for two awards at this year Lab Awards which were held at the Lab Innovations exhibition at the Birmingham NEC on the 1st of November.
A relaunch of Hidden Cambridge’s team-building event- A "taste" of life as a Tour Guide in Cambridge
A unique team-building activity that will give you the chance to get a "taste" of what it would be like to be a Cambridge guide. If you've ever been less than impressed by a guide and thought you could do better, then here's your chance to find out!
Japan Marketing Agreement signed
Cambridge based Le Cheminant International has signed a marketing agreement with SBC an accounting an HR outsourcing firm in Japan. Le Cheminant will add SBC to its network of HR, Accounting and Employer of Record providers covering 130 countries .
'It made my return to education possible’ - Combined Authority's 100th Care Leaver Bursary milestone
One hundred young people leaving the care system have now benefitted from a bursary set up by the Combined Authority to fund education and training to support their futures.
The benefits of giving your team EMI share options
CC Consulting writes...Equity incentives like EMI share options are becoming an increasingly popular way for growth-focused startups and scale-ups to motivate, retain and reward talent.
Winter Rough Sleeper Project reopens
It Takes A City reopen Crossways, our winter emergency accommodation project, reopens for a third year on 1st November.
Time to plan the Christmas party! Tips from HR
A Christmas party can help prevent morale from flagging at this time of year. Here are a few tips from HR to help ensure your party goes without a hitch.
Let's celebrate the benefits of mentoring
National Mentoring Day has arrived. Mentoring matters and it's time to shine a spotlight on mentors and mentees and the proven benefits of this unique relationship.
Starship PumpkinBots escape… again!
Residents of Cambridge have been asked to remain vigilant from today as a number of robots disguised as Halloween pumpkins have been spotted making spooky grocery deliveries throughout local neighbourhoods while singing along to theme tunes from Ghostbusters and Hocus Pocus.
Symply Redefines Collaborative Shared Storage Workflows with the WORKSPACE XE-R Family of Products
NAB New York, October 25th, 2023 – Symply, a leading provider of media-centric shared storage solutions, proudly unveils the latest addition to its cutting-edge product lineup with the introduction of the SymplyWORKSPACE XE-R family.
How will you support National Mentoring Day?
As we build towards National Mentoring Day this Friday 27th October, here's a reminder of three ways that Chris Dunn Consulting actively supports business mentoring in the Cambridge area.
BBC Radio Cambridgeshire Talking at Ten – Are older people the key to kickstarting the economy?
Chris Dunn enjoyed appearing on BBC Radio Cambridgeshire yesterday morning.
The Ethical Jewellery Lily Arkwright tackles consumerism with their remarkable Black Friday Pledge.
Black Friday is an exciting time of year for many looking to find a bargain before the holiday season, however the environmental impact of the day and deceptive discounts that have long plagued the jewellery industry can leave us all feeling less festive and more frustrated.
Black Talent and Leadership in STEM Programme launches at Homerton College
The Black Talent and Leadership Programme has launched its ‘Be the Change Initiative’ at Homerton College, University of Cambridge. The initiative has been created to address the underrepresentation of Black talent in STEM and will work with businesses to create effective strategies to attract, retain and develop Black talent in the UK.
Why do genetically identical cows perform differently?
Could dehydration be a factor in the poorer milk yield from cows with similar genetics? Subclinical signs of stress are difficult to detect but the new platform EPIHERD, developed by Cambridge-based Antler Bio, is harnessing gene expression data to advise on the status of the herd and advise on targeted interventions.
Allia teams up with Cambridgeshire partners to launch Green Business Programme
Eighteen-month partnership project aims to support local businesses reduce their carbon footprint, adopt more sustainable practices & reduce energy costs
World Menopause Day
Highlighting the support available for improving health and wellbeing for women experiencing menopause.
How to execute a winning wholesale marketing strategy
Wholesaling is a crucial part of the supply chain for many businesses. It can create substantial revenue streams for many retailers, vendors or other businesses. Buying and selling products in bulk can allow wholesalers to reach customer segments and markets they might not otherwise be able to reach. It’s no wonder why wholesale marketing strategies are widely embraced.
Are your vending and coffee machines full, clean and working?
Are your coffee machines and vending machines FULL, are they sparkling CLEAN and WORKING as they should?
Sounds like a silly question but so many companies are putting up with empty and dirty vending machines that sit broken and empty for days or weeks.
Builders – the uber Project Managers
Most people have a favourite tale about ‘that building project’ that went wrong that they’ll crack out at every dinner party. Builders in general seem to have a reputation for being unreliable, running way over budget or disappearing completely – but we’ve got the builders in right now in the Pitt building and it’s going well. And that's because of the excellent project management.