We’ve had a great start to this year’s Poppy Appeal at Waitrose Cheltenham, with so much generosity and community spirit. A heartfelt thank you to Waitrose Cheltenham for welcoming and

A Cyber Security Awareness Month guide for C2S members from Nick Rowntree, Director of System 15, an IT support and cyber security expert. You don’t have to be a big

C2S members Gloucestershire College and Lorrin White of Time For Strategy are working together to help local businesses develop the skills and confidence to make better use of artificial intelligence.

Our inaugural A Novel Way to Network event offered something a little different—and judging by the feedback, it was a real success. Held in partnership with Cheltenham Festivals and Cheltenham

Helping people stay healthy and supported at work is central to building stronger businesses. The latest national Keep Britain Working update highlights that around 300,000 people with a health condition

August 26, 2026 Ann-Maree James is RBL’s Senior Volunteer Experience Manager. Seeking a career that delivered a more direct and meaningful impact, she found herself in the charity sector, where

Last week Cheltenham Borough Council gave the green light for a new state-of-the-art facility at Cheltenham General Hospital. The new cancer centre will offer patients modern clinical and treatment spaces,

The C2S community enjoyed a fantastic day of cricket, conversation and connection at the Cheltenham Cricket Festival – the oldest cricket festival in the world. Our sold-out hospitality event brought

20 August 2026 Manufacturing order books saw a noticeable improvement in August according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey (ITS), following a sharp deterioration over April-July. Total order books were

At C2S, we believe that business has the power to make a positive difference in our communities. That’s why we’ve proudly supported the CCP Sleep Out since the very first

“The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence – it is to act with yesterday’s logic.” Peter Drucker There was a time when leaders were expected to

A huge thank you to Victoria Heugh from Crowe UK for leading another insightful Finance Focus session, helping our members understand how employee ownership and incentivisation can support recruitment, retention

Whether you’re planning a staff celebration, a customer thank you, a supplier evening or a stakeholder event, finding something a little different can make all the difference. Our friends at

For many family businesses and owner-managed companies, succession is not simply a legal or tax exercise. It is a process of preparing the next generation to assume responsibility for ownership,

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear colleague and friend, Ollie Newbold. For more than 20 years, Ollie has been an integral part of

This weeks Working in Multigenerational Organisations event brought together business leaders, HR professionals and people managers for a lively and insightful discussion about one of the most talked-about workplace topics.

Manor By The Lake | Tuesday 23rd June 2026 We are delighted to invite local business owners, leaders and managers to a Business Breakfast at the stunning Manor By The

In business, ambition is often celebrated as the answer. 🏆 Win the contract.🎯 Hit the target.👥 Employ more people.🚀 Reach the next milestone. And whilst growth and success absolutely matter,

Premier Forest Products has reinforced its commitment to social responsibility by becoming the first private sector company to sign the Welsh Government’s Corporate Parenting Charter. Working in partnership with Newport

Artificial Intelligence is no longer something on the horizon—it is here, shaping the way businesses operate every single day. From automating repetitive tasks and improving efficiency, to supporting decision-making and

With up to five generations now working side by side, the UK workforce is undergoing one of its biggest shifts yet. In this C2S Voice piece, we explore how organisations

It’s often the simplest conversations that stay with you. This week, we spent time with Prosperity Care talking about something many businesses will recognise—redundant IT equipment. Laptops, screens, tech that

As part of our C2S Best Practice series, we were delighted to visit Commercial at their Cheltenham headquarters—bringing together members for an insightful and inspiring morning of shared learning. From

If your workspace has the potential to do more, like supporting growth, reflecting your culture, or enabling new ways of working, then next step is knowing how to turn that

Join us in Cheltenham for our in-person insight evening. If you’re considering a career in accountancy after school or college, join us for our in-person insight evening to discoverBishop Fleming

We’re delighted to see Louise Mortimer stepping into the role of Managing Director at James Ford Design (jdf), a business well known for helping organisations turn ambitious ideas into clear,

Johnathan Dudley, Head of Manufacturing and Corporate SMEs: “The downgrade in growth forecasts and rising unemployment is worrying. Lower growth means lower tax revenues, and without tighter spending control something

Creating confidence and fostering enterprise will be crucial if Gloucestershire and the South West is to weather the current economic climate, the regional head of audit, tax, advisory and consulting

Preparations well underway for an enjoyable Cheltenham Festival 2026 As Cheltenham prepares to welcome tens of thousands of visitors for the return of the Cheltenham Festival (10 to 13 March

A new coffee shop for Starbucks franchisee The Magic Bean Company in Kingsway, Gloucester has reached practical completion.  Robert Hitchins Ltd has developed the 1,744 sq ft drive-thru and coffee

Really good to step out of the day-to-day this week at our latest C2S Leader Boardroom, brilliantly hosted by Lakes in Tewkesbury. ☕️🧠 A huge thank you to Mike Gahir,

Join Cheltenham Festivals at Dunkertons for a fun, high-energy fundraising quiz night! Gather your brightest friends, put your knowledge to the test and compete for brilliant prizes — all while helping us

Robert Hitchins Investment Properties has completed a comprehensive refurbishment of 31–32 Queen Square, one of Bristol’s most prestigious business addresses.  The project, which has been project-managed by Colliers’ as well

Lease Electric is pleased to announce its official partnership with C2S, following its sponsorship of the Corporate Social Responsibility Category at the C2S Business Awards 2025. Through this involvement, Lease

Tax returns should be on everyone’s mind as the New Year kicks in, tax specialists at national audit, tax, advisory and consulting firm Crowe are reminding. Nick Latimer, tax partner

We are absolutely delighted to share the final results from this year’s Poppy Appeal, and what an incredible achievement it is! ❤️ Thanks to the commitment, and enthusiasm of all

🎄 C2S Christmas Lunch – A Wonderful Celebration Together Last week we welcomed around 100 members of the C2S community to our annual Christmas Lunch, held in the beautiful surroundings

For more than eight years, we’ve had the privilege of working closely with the team at Elmrep. Over that time, we’ve watched the business evolve, strengthen its offering and grow

Sandler Training – Heart of England are thrilled to announce that they have partnered with Gloucester Rugby, Sandler led by Paul Hillis and Nigel Dunand, have become Gloucester Rugbys Official

Business confidence really matters because it shapes decisions. When businesses aren’t clear about what’s coming next, they pause. They delay investment in equipment, technology, recruitment and expansion — and when

The Times and Sunday Times Cheltenham Literature Festival 2025 has concluded with a landmark edition, marking a record-breaking year for ticket sales and reaffirming the enduring power of literature festivals.  Over ten vibrant days, Festival-goers from across the UK