Pioneering engineering program gets a further £15,000 funding boost to launch three new Midlands courses inspiring young people to explore the world of STEM education. STEM Venturi, which operates across the UK with bases in Staffordshire and South Derbyshire, is unveiling its new EngineerED Labs program this month thanks to funding from the Sanjay MortimerContinue reading “New project supports engineers of the future”
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Are industry ‘experts’ slowly becoming a thing of the past with the rise of AI?
AI created content is seeping into every part of life, from court reports to medical advice and election data, it is becoming harder to distinguish the real-life content from the AI generated. A recent news report exposed how an ‘expert’ brought in to give evidence in a US trial used ChatGPT to create his responsesContinue reading “Are industry ‘experts’ slowly becoming a thing of the past with the rise of AI?”
Milestone celebration sees farm park set to break records
Growing family farm park marks 15 years in Staffordshire with increased Summer events set to boost visitor numbers to highest yet. National Forest Adventure Farm, based in Tatenhill, Burton on Trent, which now attracts over 175,000 visitors a year looking for family fun events in the Staffordshire countryside, will be marking their milestone year withContinue reading “Milestone celebration sees farm park set to break records”
How to ace your first media interview
If the thought of getting in front of a camera to talk about your business fills you with dread, you are not alone. Three quarters (75%) of people in the UK experience some form of public speaking anxiety, or glossophobia as it is known. From sweaty hands, to talking fast or clamming up in fear,Continue reading “How to ace your first media interview”
Top three triggers that see businesses turn to PR
In a recent survey PR was the fifth most popular marketing tool behind social media and email marketing. For many businesses, and rightly so, it is not the first activity they undertake. Knowing when to strike out in the media and how to get the most out of your activity is a careful balancing act.Continue reading “Top three triggers that see businesses turn to PR”
Calling all crafters as town creates new makers’ market to boost creative industry
Crafty entrepreneurs are being given the chance to shine as a Staffordshire town opens an independent haberdashery and makers market full of locally, handmade gifts, confectionary and homeware. The Crafty Attic is being created at Helen’s Bake House and Tearoom, in Market Place, Burton. Focused on showcasing handmade and collectible goods, it will be aContinue reading “Calling all crafters as town creates new makers’ market to boost creative industry”
Freelance versus inhouse PR team: how to know what level of support you need?
Your company is taking off and you need extra support to bring your brand to the next level and maximise your growth, but where do you start? If your team is ready to invest in public relations but you aren’t quite sure how to fill that gap, then let’s look at the options. Do youContinue reading “Freelance versus inhouse PR team: how to know what level of support you need?”
Why PR should be seen like networking but to a wider audience
When it comes to networking most business owners and employees will have been to some form of event during their career. Whether an industry expo, regular meeting or online group, networking helps to build connections with likeminded businesspeople creating opportunities for growth and collaboration. Statistics show that small businesses grow twice as fast with supportContinue reading “Why PR should be seen like networking but to a wider audience”
Creative Word PR celebrates its 10th birthday
This month marks 10 years since I started Creative Word PR. Since then, there have been many milestone moments, from meeting the Small Business Minister at the House of Lords and visits from HRH King Charles to having a lamb born right in front of me live on air and giant dinosaurs roaming the streetsContinue reading “Creative Word PR celebrates its 10th birthday”
Staffordshire farm bursting with fun as ‘Willy Wonka of bubbles’ brings bubble bonanza to the Midlands
Bubble bonanza is taking over a Staffordshire farm park as the UK’s leading 12 times Guinness World Record bubbleologist brings his unique mix of show stopping giant bubbles to the family friendly attraction. Samsam Bubbleman, who has performed for HRH King Charles and even featured in the 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony and Disney’s 2019 remakeContinue reading “Staffordshire farm bursting with fun as ‘Willy Wonka of bubbles’ brings bubble bonanza to the Midlands”
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