Lancashire Business View

Today is World Happiness Day and we've had a truly glorious day! ☀️ This morning, we welcomed over 70 guests to The Whitakers Museum for the launch of our March/April magazine. Thank you to our guest speakers: 🌞 Claire Buckle - Ability Consultancy 🌞 Ann Bibby - Beever and Struthers 🌞 Martin Collins - Beever and Struthers 🌞 Rob Hallam - Bigtank Productions 🌞 Seema Dalvi - Dalvee Restaurants 🌞 Aimee Bell - Fardella & Bell Estate Agents 🌞 Ashley King FPFS - Financial Affairs 🌞 Steve Wright - Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology 🌞 Mark Edwards - Seriun 🌞 Charlotte Scheffmann - Nelson and Colne College Group 🌞 Rob Huntington - Rossendale Borough Council 🌞 Derry Green - The Secret Garden Glamping 🌞 Jac Jordan - Viva PR 🌞 David Connor - Woodcocks Haworth & Nuttall Solicitors 🌞 Wendy Bowers - Role Thank you to our event sponsors for their continued support, Financial Affairs, Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology and Seriun. The magazine is now available online, check it out here 👉https://lnkd.in/epVvQ_Dt

Issue 121 of Lancashire Business View is out now! The March/April edition is packed with exclusive interviews, roundtable debates, a spotlight on Lancashire's most influential women, and a special feature on 'Franchising.' 👉 Read the magazine online today: https://lnkd.in/epVvQ_Dt Printed versions will be landing on your desk very soon!

Join us this Thursday for the launch of the March/April 2025 edition of our magazine! 📅 Thursday 20 March ⏰ 8:30 am – 10:30 am 📍 The Whitaker Museum Our magazine launch events bring the latest edition to life, featuring key stories, insights, and an exclusive look at what’s coming next. We’ll be joined by guest speakers from our Women in Business feature and the Rossendale Hotspot roundtable. Plus, we’ll hear from our event sponsors, Financial Affairs, Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology and Seriun. Get your ticket today 👉https://lnkd.in/eHnY2JG5

And the winner is... 🌹 Last Thursday, we hosted our 15th Red Rose Awards, where 24 incredible Lancashire businesses took home a trophy. View the full list of winners here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eQGR8QZV #RRA25

Join us this Friday for an unforgettable 13K walk. We've teamed up with our friends at Freshwalks and LANX to bring you a beautiful route through the Ribble Valley. 🌿 Starting from Lanx HQ on the edge of Whalley, we’ll follow the River Calder, take on the steep climb up ‘The Nab’ (with breathtaking views over the Ribble Valley to Pendle), and explore the historic grounds of Read Hall. Our return journey winds through the picturesque Spring Wood. Sign up today https://lnkd.in/eiRQJJsM

Better people management workshops with University of Central Lancashire Looking to enhance your management skills and build stronger workplace relationships? The University of Central Lancashire is hosting a one-day training workshop designed to help HR professionals, leaders, and new managers improve job quality, productivity, and people management. Upcoming Workshops: 📍Wednesday 5 March at Strawberry Fields Digital Hub - Chorley 📍Thursday 6 March at The Oaks Hotel, Burnley Both workshops take place from 10am - 3.30pm. Book your place today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eZtDeZx3

Lots of great debate and talking points at #ConventionOfTheNorth today. Read our coverage of the event below.... #COTN25 Lancashire Combined County Authority Burnham calls for ‘new deal’ for the North https://lnkd.in/e8Ct46kv Deputy PM Angela Rayner commits to ‘total rewiring’ of government power https://lnkd.in/e-F4j6Nr Consultation for Lancashire Combined Authority's growth plan https://lnkd.in/ems2vyCk Growth Plan shows ‘strength and opportunity’ https://lnkd.in/et2ugzyq Northern leaders unveil gamechangers for growth in the North https://lnkd.in/eD_U8hM2

Less than two weeks to go until the Red Rose Awards!🌹   We have a handful of tickets left, which means this is your final chance to be in the room and celebrate the incredible success of Lancashire businesses.   These tickets are in high demand and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to be part of this special evening, now is the time to secure your place.   Join us on Thursday 13 March.   Get your tickets now via the Red Rose Awards website 👉https://lnkd.in/e_vPBbsY #RRA25

Join us for the launch of the March/April 2025 edition of our magazine! 📅 Thursday 20 March ⏰ 8:30 am – 10:30 am 📍 The Whitaker Museum Our magazine launch events bring the latest edition to life, featuring key stories, insights, and an exclusive look at what’s coming next. We’ll be joined by guest speakers from our Women in Business feature and the Rossendale Hotspot roundtable. Plus, we’ll hear from our event sponsors, Financial Affairs, Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology and Seriun. Get your ticket today 👉 https://lnkd.in/eqMUjJP2?

We’re excited to welcome Fresh Perspective Resourcing onboard as a sponsor of the Sub36 events, joining our friends at Bowker Motor Group and Pierce Business Advisory & Accountancy Group Our next event is this Friday at 9am at Atkinsons Coffee Roasters in Lancaster. Guests will enjoy: ☕ A cupping (coffee tasting) session to test your sensory skills 🖼️ A latte art challenge to put your hand-eye coordination to the test 🧁 Coffee and cake of your choice Not a coffee lover? No worries—Ian Steel has plenty of other drinks to choose from! Not a coffee lover? No worries, Ian Steel has plenty of other drinks to choose from! If you haven’t booked yet, grab your ticket now: https://lnkd.in/eHny2_f6 Tag your Sub36 colleagues in the comments!