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Rachael Hesno

Manchester

Journalist at Freelance

Freelance journalist specialising in tech, music, creative industries // E: [email protected] // Former deputy editor @ProlificNorth

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  • 1 day ago | prolificnorth.co.uk | Rachael Hesno

    Irish tech firm Galvia AI has selected Manchester as the home for its first UK hub – and it was an “easy decision” for the business to invest in the North according to its founder. The company is opening a base at the Turing Innovation Catalyst (TIC), within Sister – Manchester’s £1.7bn science and technology innovation district, and is gearing up to launch a new AI accelerator to kickstart SME growth across the region later this year.

  • 3 weeks ago | prolificnorth.co.uk | Rachael Hesno

    Flaunt Digital was set up in 2015 at Lee Fuller’s kitchen table. Since then, the Leeds-based agency has called a few offices home. In 2022, Flaunt Digital moved into its current space at Marshall’s Mill. When the space became available, it was a “no brainer” to house the agency’s growing team in a building with rich history and its blend of old-school charm and fresh innovation.

  • 3 weeks ago | prolificnorth.co.uk | Rachael Hesno

    Today, we can finally reveal the winners of the 13th annual Prolific North Champions Awards!Last night, during a live ceremony hosted at The Point, Emirates Old Trafford – Lancashire Cricket Club, dozens of trophies were presented to some very deserving winners across the North’s creative, tech, media and digital sectors. This flagship awards event celebrates the top teams, innovative companies, remarkable campaigns and influential people all making their mark across the region.

  • 4 weeks ago | prolificnorth.co.uk | Rachael Hesno

    David Beckham and Gary Neville have finalised a takeover of Salford City FC as part of a new consortium group, with the rest of the Class of ’92 relinquishing their stakes. Nicky Butt, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Phil Neville are no longer shareholders as part of the new group, which includes US-based businessman Declan Kelly and Lord Mervyn Davies who will both serve as new co-chairs of the club’s board.

  • 4 weeks ago | prolificnorth.co.uk | Rachael Hesno

    Retford-based Bubble Design is celebrating its 25th anniversary this month and is marking the occasion with a new website. Founded in January 2000 by Chris Peacock, the design and marketing agency has worked with businesses across South Yorkshire and beyond to build digital presences through websites and design services.

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Rachael Hesno
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1 May 25

RT @KarlDHolbrook: Our government talks about building a high-growth economy, but this tells a different story. It’s much easier for UK bus…

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30 Mar 25

First UK headline tour in over a decade... and kicking off with an opening night at Aviva Studios? The best news!

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My Bloody Valentine is back. This fall, the shoegaze legends will tour for the first time in seven years. More: https://t.co/IvuNnEZHh8 https://t.co/zxzCF7uckq

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28 Mar 25

Manchester's Victoria Warehouse was buzzing last night thanks to electric performances from Jamz Supernova, Fat Dog, and Ezra Collective for day 2 of @BBC6Music Festival 👇 https://t.co/BQZO07cGGZ https://t.co/vzGjC7bJGA