GeoSmart Information’s PPC and SEO figures are on the Ascendancy
A partnership between GeoSmart Information and digital marketing agency Ascendancy has led to a remarkable 107 per cent increase in pay-per-click (PPC) conversions for the leading environmental consultancy business. GeoSmart Information’s collaboration with Newport-based Ascendancy has also delivered a 108% rise in website sessions and an 87 per cent boost in user numbers, reinforcing the […]
New cyber security courses to launch in September
Telford College is launching two new cyber security courses to equip people for careers in one of the fastest-growing areas of the IT industry. The level one and level two courses will be based at the college’s Maths & Digital Skills Hub in Telford town centre’s Station Quarter. The courses will be delivered for three […]
Robot wars: Chamber patrons visit education hub for fact-finding tour
Patron members of Shropshire Chamber of Commerce enjoyed a fact-finding trip to the education hub at Telford’s new Station Quarter – and came face-to-face with a ruthless game-playing robot. Harper Adams University hosted the event at The Quad, the first phase in Telford & Wrekin Council’s ambitious project to create a vibrant new residential, educational and […]
Wellington sculptor to be guest judge on popular TV show
An acclaimed Wellington sculptor is to use her expertise to critique contestants on a popular television contest this week. Sharon Griffin will be a guest judge on Channel 4’s Great Pottery Throw Down on Sunday February 16. “I was thrilled to have been asked to join the judging panel on this fantastic programme,” said Sharon. […]
Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards return for 2025
The 2025 Shropshire Telford & Wrekin Apprenticeship Awards have today been launched – looking to build on the incredible success of the debut event last year. The competition will once again celebrate the brightest and best workers who are ‘earning while they are learning’ – as well as recognising employers driving ambition and education through […]
Telford’s Exotic Zoo receives business boost
Telford’s Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park has received a business boost with advice from Bridgnorth-based consultants Good2Great. Eddie Allan of Good2Great said he had worked with the zoo to support its sales and marketing strategy, focusing on attracting advertising and sponsorship income and increasing visitor numbers. “It was really interesting to get a closer look at […]
Free room hire for community groups at Telford venue
Community groups are being given a “helping hand” with the chance to use a landmark Telford venue free of charge. Meeting Point House has been part of the Telford landscape since the mid 1980s, acting as a base for charities and a place for people to come together for events and activities. The venue has […]
New skills strategy launched to boost local economy
Telford & Wrekin Council has launched a new skills strategy underlining its commitment to create a learning borough for all and a thriving local economy. The strategy was approved by Cabinet today (Thurs) and will ensure that every child, young person, and adult lives well in their community and has the opportunity to gain new […]
Keele University to open a new base at Telford College
A landmark new partnership between Keele University, Telford College and the NHS will help to boost skills and education opportunities for people in Shropshire with a suite of new courses. The new partnership will see Keele and Telford College working together to deliver a range of healthcare courses for Shropshire students, starting with an innovative […]
Telford HR and employment firm celebrates its apprentices
A Telford business is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week by highlighting two members of staff who began their careers as apprentices. Employment law and HR specialists, Human Results, has a long history of giving opportunities to apprentices, with managing director Alasdair Hobbs warning businesses not to view apprenticeships as a recruitment shortcut. He said: “We have […]
