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Have you any thoughts about how AI is impacting on your business that you would like to share? We will be running an 'Extra Time' session at Non League Networking at Evesham United FC on May 30th to do just that! It will be an opportunity for attendees to connect and learn from each other so come and join the conversation! Many thanks to Steve Cook for facilitating this opportunity. #smallbusinessowners #Evesham #AI

Events have a HUGE impact on the environment. The industry has a BIG role in reducing that impact, BUT it's not always that simple. 🗣 Hear from our CEO and founder, Anna Abdelnoor, on why there was a real need to build a platform designed for the events community that could simplify event carbon measurement and help understand the event industry's overall impact. #TRACEbyisla #eventprofs #eventprofsUK

🌟 Reflecting on an Inspiring Talk at Connected North: Building Digital Scotland 🌟 Today, I had the privilege of attending an incredibly informative talk on "Building Digital Scotland" at the Connected North event. The insights shared were eye-opening, and it got me thinking about the immense potential right here in our own backyard. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scotland: A Land of Talent and Innovation 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 We're not just a picturesque landscape of rolling hills and historic castles. Scotland boasts a vibrant ecosystem of talent—from brilliant minds in tech to creative entrepreneurs. Our start-ups are pushing boundaries, disrupting industries, and making waves globally. But how can we harness this energy and turn it into something even greater? 🤝 The Power of Collaboration 🤝 I firmly believe that the answer lies in collaboration. When we pool our resources, share knowledge, and work together, magic happens. Whether it's fostering partnerships between academia and industry, supporting local initiatives, or creating networks that bridge gaps, collaboration is the key to unlocking Scotland's full potential. 🌐 From Local to Global Impact 🌐 Let's leverage what we have at home—the talent, the start-ups, the passion—and channel it towards meaningful impact. By collaborating across sectors, disciplines, and borders, we can build a Digital Scotland that not only thrives locally but also resonates globally. 🚀 Join the Conversation 🚀 I invite you all to join this conversation. Share your ideas, connect with fellow change-makers, and let's propel Scotland into a new era of digital excellence. Together, we can create a future where innovation knows no bounds. David W. Sime 👩🏼🚀 Lina Srebrova MSc Ahmed Mohamed Roger Hinkson

Here we go! We present to you Future Humber Wrapped 2024... What a year it’s been! We are proud to celebrate a year of transformation and ambition. Together, we’ve shaped a compelling story that positions Humber as a dynamic and distinctive region. This year, we’ve not just grown; we’ve connected. Bondholders have been at the heart of how we’ve shared the Humber story with more people than ever before. From launching the Humber Place Narrative to celebrating 30 incredible years of the Bondholder network, this year has been all about connection, collaboration, and courage. 💡Key Highlights from 2024: ✅ Showcasing Humber’s clean energy leadership at Innovation Zero ✅ Launching the Humber 2030 Vision at the House of Lords ✅ Reaching an incredible 815,000 people across our platforms ✅ Building an engaged community of 18,000+ followers The key standout this year has been the Principal Partners and Major Partners Events, which have truly set the standard for collaboration and innovation in the Humber region. These events brought together influential voices, bold ideas, and shared ambitions, reinforcing Humber as a place where progress is driven by partnerships. From showcasing regional achievements to forging new connections, these gatherings were a shining example of what makes the Humber extraordinary. With features in The Yorkshire Post and even The Economist, Humber’s story has reached national and global audiences. Together we are the engine room for collective action in the region, showcasing investment opportunities and accelerate a shared, ambitious vision for Humber. We believe that Humber is a remarkable powerhouse for the UK, driven by pioneering and forward-looking businesses and people. It’s your support that’s made this possible. Every like, share, and click helps us shine a brighter spotlight on Humber’s progress. Thank you for being part of this incredible journey. Let’s keep the momentum going in 2025! ✨ #HumberWrapped #FutureHumber #PlaceNarrative #TogetherWeThrive #CleanEnergyRevolution

April flashback: memorable moments from our #ConneqtrRoadshow2024 on the Digital Future in the Construction Sector with Partners. There are so many great takeaways from our events, but sharing a few of our favorites here: ⚡ The construction sector is ripe for digital innovation and it's one of the top focuses for management and innovation leaders. This presents opportunities to streamline processes, boost safety measures and compliance, foster collaboration, optimize resource management, and promote sustainable practices. ⚡ Some seriously spot-on advice from the experts: embrace challenges – often, they're the gateway to creative solutions. That's what fuels the adoption of the most cutting-edge digital projects in the construction sector. ⚡ The well-being of employees is closely tied to innovation. Having the right set of digital tools boosts creativity and fulfillment at work. It streamlines daily tasks, freeing up valuable time to focus on core activities and ultimately contributing to higher levels of job satisfaction. ⚡ While technology undoubtedly enhances efficiency and productivity, its true value is unlocked when it's complemented by effective communication and alignment among individuals. And... ⚡ Top-notch feedback from the audience: one of our best yet! “Before Zen, we didn't realize our blind spots. Now, it's given us clarity on what we know and a better understanding of what we need to explore further.” Big thanks to our partners - Dethier, Artes Group and WYCKAERT Bouwonderneming - once again for the opportunity to team up and make these events happen! A big thank you to our incredible lineup of experts - Inge Vermeyen, Bert Geukens (Group Jansen), Vicky Dethier, Johan Van Overwalle, Luc De Greef, Johan Franceus, Wouter Baele, Kristof Broeckaert (Denys), Steven Everaert, Helena Van Deynze & Hendrik Van Putten - and our awesome audience! It's been an incredibly rewarding experience. #ConneqtrZen #ConneqtrPartners #InnovateWithConneqtr #ConneqtrConstructionTech

Transformation is tough. Taking the long view gets you through it. But that's not easy. One of the most spectacular places to appreciate the journey of a transformation is at The Eden Project in Cornwall. A former china clay pit, it now has two biomes (rainforest and mediterranean) and a huge collection of plants around the former hole in the ground. And it is a fantastic place to see live music. This week I have seen Crowded House, Fat Boy Slim and Paulo Nutini at the eden sessions. It is a magical setting. So... If you need to take a beat and think through the upside of a personal or business transformation... Head to the Eden Project to see what is possible with: purpose effort time It is the bigger picture. #transformation #b2b #sustainability

Why I'm a top tier sponsor for Game Changer Week: My personal involvement with VTCRC began ~2010 as a panelist with Jim Flowers at the Inaugural Global Student Business Concept Challenge. It was a blast. As I recall, "The Irish Team" won. This was quickly followed by general mayhem that evening as the team spent their winnings in Blacksburg watering holes. Good news: They saved $ by sleeping in some obliging nearby shrubbery that evening. I did that event for several years. It was my favorite annual event. I know there are some companies in the community that are or have implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System into their business. Kudos to them. They are either self-implementing or they are importing an EOS Implementer from outside of our region, probably at a premium. (Don't change a thing you're doing.) I'm sponsoring Game Changer Week because I believe in VBR and this event has given me the perfect opportunity to unite two areas of high interest to me: The VTCRC and surrounding communities with the Entrepreneurial Operating System. Game changer week is a fabulous four day event. Even if you have absolutely no interest in anything I have to offer, I urge you to take a look at the exceptional content being offered by the organizers. I'll be "giving away" EOS all week. It shouldn't be too hard to find me. Get more of what you want. #runabetterbusiness #liveabetterlife #eosworldwide #eos #eosimplementer #gamechanger #gamechangerweek #vtcrc #vbr

Here's why we are excited to join the AVPN Global Conference 2024! #AVPN2024 #SeeYouAtAD #OneAsiaOneFuture #AVPNConference2024 #AVPNASIA #AbuDhabi #ImpactInvesting #SocialImpact #Philanthrophy #JoinTheEcosystem #ClimateChange #SocialInvestment #CollaborationForImpact #InnovationForImpact

UK B Corp Community Hits a Major Milestone The UK B Corp community has now surpassed 2,000 certified businesses, showing the growing movement of companies prioritising social and environmental impact alongside profit. This milestone highlights the power of businesses committed to creating positive change. At Philanthrope, we’re proud to support organisations embracing this vision. Are you part of the B Corp community, or considering certification? #BCorp #BusinessForGood #ImpactDriven