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Grant funding – which, why, when and how? - Platinum Media Group

Nov 2, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Joseph Bradfield |Pam Loch |Johanna Abrahams

As part of this summer’s programme of Knowledge Hub events, Sussex Innovation welcomed Gary Kendall, founder of member company CDO2, and Les Gill, Innovate UK Edge advisor to share their experience of how to position your business for grant funding. Here are a few of the key insights they highlighted With debt and equity funding harder to come by in the current economic climate, grant funding is becoming an increasingly attractive option for technology and knowledge-based businesses.
MDHUB Members going the extra mile for charitable causes

Nov 2, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Pam Loch |Johanna Abrahams |Jason Hargreaves

Our MDHUB members constantly surprise and inspire us through their dedication to their businesses. As if this wasn’t impressive enough, four members have used their unstoppable drive to raise money for four wonderful charities. From sponsored walks to swimming the Channel, we’re taking the opportunity to share and celebrate their inspiring efforts, writes Millie Green, MDHUB Social Media Lead It’s three in the morning. In the swaying darkness, a swimmer weaves through the waves. Her destination?
Are the Government reforms of non-compete clauses a good or bad thing?

Nov 2, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Pam Loch |Johanna Abrahams |Jason Hargreaves

Non-compete clauses have, for years, been a thorn in the side of both business owners and employment lawyers alike. Described by the Courts as “the most powerful weapon in an employer’s armoury,” post-termination restrictions are designed to protect the legitimate business interests of an organisation and prevent damage by unscrupulous ex-employees.
Alternative exits for business owners

Oct 6, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Jonathan Grant |Johanna Abrahams |Jason Hargreaves

After a tough few years, many business owners are keen to move on with their lives. Sale or Private Equity (PE) can be the answer, but if your business is not in a “hot” sector, or the growth profile does not attract investors, what are the options? Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTS) These are becoming increasingly popular, replacing the more traditional management buyout.
Empowering employees with employer-sponsored training

Oct 6, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Jason Hargreaves |Johanna Abrahams |Daniel Morgan

If you wish to succeed in the dynamic and competitive environment that is the modern workforce, you will need something to give you an edge over your competition. By Jason Hargreaves of the Education & Skills Partnership Employer-sponsored training – the development and skills training offered by an employer to their staff – has become an essential strategy for empowering employees and driving organisational growth. Are you getting the benefit of training in your organisation?
Futura’s pioneering research receives FDA approval

Oct 6, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Johanna Abrahams |Jason Hargreaves |Daniel Morgan

Research undertaken at Surrey Research Park has stood up to scrutiny as it becomes widely available across the USA Futura Medical, an innovative pharmaceutical company based at Surrey Research Park in Guildford, is celebrating a huge milestone – its breakthrough erectile dysfunction (ED) treatment MED3000 has been granted US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Marketing Authorisation for over-the-counter sale.
How to incentivise your team

Oct 6, 2023 | platinummediagroup.co.uk | Daniel Morgan |Johanna Abrahams |Jason Hargreaves

Business owners must ensure they are doing their bit to retain top talent, as well attract new potential employees in such a competitive employment market. Different methods of incentivising can lead to more motivated and happier staff, who provide better work output to create high customer satisfaction. Methods to incentivise can include: Financial incentives Share-option schemes involve awarding your employees equity with favourable tax terms.
The Renters Reform Bill 2023 and the demise of the Section 21 Notice - Mayo Wynne Baxter

Jun 8, 2023 | mayowynnebaxter.co.uk | Johanna Abrahams

The proposed abolition of section 21 evictions will introduce a simpler and more secure tenancy for a tenant. As “no fault evictions” will no longer exist, a landlord would have to have a valid ground for possession of the property, meaning that a tenant would have to have breached one of the clauses of the tenancy agreement. Currently, Section 21 allows landlords to reclaim their property with two months’ notice without the tenant being at fault, if the tenancy’s fixed term has ended.