Thursday 4 July marks Independence Day but in Leeds, the iconic Corn Exchange is celebrating its independent retailers through its own campaign ‘Independents’ Day’. Boasting 30 unique retailers of fashion, eyewear, music, home and garden, food and further locally sourced goods, the iconic Grade-1listed building positioned at the peak of Kirkgate is a Leeds landmark.Read more

Name: Rob Prevett Publication: Disruption Hub Twitter handle: @DisruptionHub Rob Prevett is the main man behind Leeds-based publication D/SRUPTION Hub. With a number of pioneering, disruptive companies represented by MacComms, including our client Vet AI which featured in Disruption Hub’s magazine earlier this year (read the article here), our founder, Ellie, caught up with Rob toRead more

A Yorkshire-based start-up distillery announced that distillation of its inaugural single malt whisky has begun. Based in Sutton-on-the-Forest, Cooper King Distillery has made the announcement following news that it sold out of its pre-order whisky casks after just 10 days of sales. The highly anticipated new-make spirit will be robust, flavourful, and unlike any otherRead more

The world’s only manufacturer of vinyl playing jukeboxes is celebrating International Women in Engineering Day on June 23 with the announcement of two females to its senior management team. In contrast to the predominately male industry in which it operates, Sound Leisure is keen to encourage further female personnel to its team of innovative manufacturesRead more

A fast-growing sports eyewear brand is celebrating 10 years in business with a move to Leeds Corn Exchange. Experienced optician Phillippa Park, supported by husband Stephen formed opticians and eyewear specialists, Eyekit in 2009. The duo quickly expanded to reach global markets via its online presence. The firm has made the move to Leeds CornRead more