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An HR consultancy isn’t always the first thing a small business or charity budgets for. Most already pay for an HR helpline, through their insurer, a professional membership or a national provider.
On paper, that feels like your HR is sorted but here at Marches HR , we’re seeing something different play out across Herefordshire and the surrounding areas. Small employers are paying £150 or more a month for a helpline, then still coming to an independent HR…
What’s Coming Up – Herefordshire Means Business
With a packed programme of networking events, showcases and flagship occasions still to come, the second half of 2026 is shaping up to be another exciting chapter for HMBiz. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: August Events Whilst the HMBiz team may be enjoying a well…
Celebrating 10 Years of Connecting Herefordshire Businesses
On Friday 3rd July, we had the absolute privilege of celebrating a 10 Years of Herefordshire Means Business, with so many of the people who have helped make HMBiz what it is today. From the moment guests arrived at the beautiful Belmont Abbey, to a glass of fizz and…
Earlybird Sale On NOW! HMBiz Conference 2026
Earlybird Sale On NOW! HMBiz Conference 2026 Tickets for Herefordshire’s Biggest Business Conference are on sale NOW! Members of HMBiz are eligible for our Early Bird 2-for-1 offer, giving you the opportunity to bring a friend for FREE! Head to……
Great news: The Marches Local Skills Improvement Plan is now live
The 2026–2029 Marches Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) Report has been published following sign-off by the Secretary of State, placing employers at the heart of the local skills agenda. The plan covers Herefordshire, Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin. As one of…
What is Happening at the Loo of the Year Awards?
What is Happening at the Loo of the Year Awards? It has been a busy few months for the team at the Loo of the Year Awards, and we are excited to share some of the fantastic projects and opportunities currently underway. Entries Close Soon! If you are proud of the…
Why I Ran for Marches Family Network – And Why I’m Asking You to Join Me
Why I Ran for Marches Family Network – And Why I’m Asking You to Join Me In 2025, I did something I never thought I would do. I signed up to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon. At the time, I wasn’t a runner (and I am still not sure I am now). The idea of training…
Kinder Accountants joins forces with Tennick Accountants as firm doubles in size
Kinder Accountants has joined forces with North East-based Tennick Accountants in a move that doubles the size of the business and strengthens its support for clients across the UK. The coming together brings Kinder Accountants into the Tennick Accountants family,…
EchoGuide Theatre
Why EchoGuide Theatre exists, and why we’re launching it in Hereford Picture a student who can speak confidently in conversation with her peers, then watch her freeze the moment a script lands in her hands. She looks down to the ground. The words don’t come out. Her…
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026
CXCS Wins Business of the Year at National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026 Herefordshire-based business support specialists CXCS are celebrating after being named Business of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards 2026. The award was presented during…