A big thank you to all those who attended our Spring 26 quarterly network meeting at Engineer's House, Clifton. Another great morning with a packed room, busy and topical agenda, speakers, great food, networking, discussions! With thanks to our guest speakers - Chris Quickfall Cognassist, Matt Tudge Business West, Jess Fowler and Lesley Sharp Innovate Awarding, Simon Ashworth AELP, all great sessions. Hope to see you all again at the next one, Thursday 11th June 2026 Have a

The Learning Organisation: Your Competitive Edge in a Changing World Why the best businesses are making learning part of their DNA and how apprenticeships can be the catalyst   At a recent Business West Bristol Initiative panel at the Old Vic, Our MD Alex Richards asked the Head of People from Rolls Royce a simple question: has the importance of people and skills shifted in the boardroom since lockdown? Her answer was striking. People, skills, and technology now dominate the