News
Please take a look at what’s happening and share your business success stories with us too. We’re keen to share your news with your fellow members so do pass on your news to Natalie Williams.
Why set up in Nottingham?
Yesterday Simon and I visited Sally Swann at JLT and found out why JLT chose to establish a base in Nottingham. In Sally’s own words… ‘Why set up in Nottingham?‘ was the question repeatedly asked of Jardine Lloyd Thompson (JLT) senior management based in London. ‘Because that is where Sally Swann wants to work!’ was… Read more
The Birchover Residences Nottingham – Free parking
The Birchover Residences Nottingham are delighted to announce that free parking is now included for all stays at their luxury apartment-hotel in the centre of Nottingham. The Residences, which opened in June 2014, are situated above Delilah delicatessen and offer 5 x luxurious 2 bedroom apartments which are ideal for corporate and VIP visitors to… Read more
Congratulations to our Creative Class 2014 – #CC2014
This week we unveiled our Creative Class 2014. Ten firms identified by Nottingham Means Business as leading entreprenurial and innovative businesses and a key driving force behind the growth of the local economy. The event was the third of its kind and was held at the fantastic Nottingham Contemporary. Jonathan English, Managing Director of Skeleton Productions, was… Read more
Supporting the Nottingham Post Corporate Challenge
Nottingham Means Business is delighted to be supporting this year’s Nottingham Post Corporate Challenge, which takes place on Sunday 28 September 2014. The Nottingham Post Corporate Challenge is a great event, but more importantly is an opportunity for businesses to give back to the community we live and work in. To have our new logo… Read more
Hugo Boss sponsors Danh Vo Exhibition at Nottingham Contemporary
Nottingham Contemporary, one of the country’s leading contemporary art galleries, is working with HUGO BOSS. The international fashion and lifestyle group is sponsoring a major exhibition of works by artist Danh Vo. Danh Võ, who won the HUGO BOSS Prize 2012, is considered to be one of the leading international artists of his generation. This… Read more
Galleries of Justice Museum Unique Connections Business Networking Event
July 10, 2014 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Join Unique Connections at the Galleries of Justice Museum for a night of networking in a relaxed environment, with complimentary drinks and nibbles on arrival. Network at your own pace and listen to an inspirational talk from an inspirational guest speaker for the evening, Trish Mitchell, Contract… Read more
Expansion and strategic restructure for WCEC Group Ltd

WCEC Architects are delighted to announce a strategic restructuring of the multi-disciplinary design practice, launching as WCEC Group Ltd with immediate effect. Despite the economic challenges which have heavily affected the Construction sector in the last five years, The WCEC Partnership has enjoyed some tangible growth and success, which makes the Chesterfield based architectural practice… Read more
Skills and employability

Skills and employability are a hot topic of debate, not only in Nottingham but also across the wider UK. As the economic recovery gathers pace, businesses need to hire additional staff and often find this difficult and frustrating. Having run my own recruitment business for 5 years, I’ve sat between employer and jobseeker on numerous… Read more
The stage is set – but can UK Manufacturers deliver on all the promise?

The Manufacturing Sector is key to the UK economy – period! It remains a solid bedrock to our economy that is still searching for the utopian re-balanced look. The sector’s ONS figures are impressive: 11% of the UK’s Gross Value Added, 50% of all UK exports and employment of over 2.6 million. Yes today’s manufacturers… Read more
Nottingham On The Cusp
Nottingham is on the cusp of something truly transformational. For the past two years, works have been on-site to refurbish Nottingham station – the St Pancras of the Midlands; extend the tram network, improve the ring road, and at long last, dual the country lane that is currently the A453 from the city centre to… Read more