Jessica Thorne

Hospitality businesses from across Staffordshire will come together to discuss rising costs and industry pressures at a new sector-specific forum. Launched by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, the new hospitality forum will see local firms meet once a quarter to share best practice and collaborate on solutions to key challenges, while

A master barber turned entrepreneur who launched his first barbershop while studying at Staffordshire University has shared his approach to leadership and growth in the latest edition of Daily Focus Business Cards. At the age of just 31, Leeroy Chax has built a thriving business portfolio that includes a franchise

A selection of photos from last week’s East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards is now live in our online gallery. Finalists, sponsors and guests can look back on the energy, excitement and memorable moments of the night, captured by Chris Peach. Click here to browse the full gallery. This

The East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards returned to the Pirelli Stadium last night, bringing together the region’s leading businesses to celebrate another year of outstanding achievement, innovation and community impact. A sold-out audience of more than 300 guests gathered to applaud 11 category winners at what remains the

Local businesses across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire are being encouraged to share their experiences and outlook for the months ahead, as the latest Quarterly Economic Survey (QES) officially opens. The QES, which runs until Friday 5th December, offers organisations of every size and sector the chance to report on business confidence,

Businesses across Staffordshire are being given the chance to build their confidence with artificial intelligence (AI) thanks to a new training programme launched by Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce.  The Chamber AI Academy, created in partnership with PAIR (Precision AI Resources), aims to help local firms understand how AI can be