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Aug 2023
Business Breakfast: Ripon engineering firm appoints operations director
Gareth Legg, who is new operations director at Econ Engineering.
The Stray Ferret Business Club’s next meeting is an after work drinks event on Thursday, August 31 at The West Park Hotel in Harrogate between 5-7pm.
The Business Club provides monthly opportunities to network, make new connections and hear local success stories. Get your tickets by clicking or tapping here.
Ripon-based Econ Engineering has appointed a new operations director.
Gareth Legg, who was most recently managing director at Crossroads Truck & Bus Ltd, will take up the role.
Mr Legg will be tasked with overseeing all four of the company’s depots and ensure the smooth running of departmental activities.
He said:
“I am thrilled to be joining the team at Econ which has a fantastic history, reputation, and product offering.
“When I first visited it was the attention to detail and obvious pride in everything they do which stood out to me and why this opportunity is so exciting.”
Jonathan Lupton, managing director at Econ Engineering, said:
“We’re excited to welcome Gareth and look forward to making the most of his skills and experience.
“He has a fantastic CV and is extremely knowledgeable in our field of expertise. He will bring insight and fresh ideas from the outside world, which will ensure we retain our position as the market leader.”
Small business networking session to be held in Harrogate
A networking event aimed at small and medium businesses will be held at Harrogate Convention Centre this month.
Connect Over a Cuppa aims to offer advice, funding opportunities and business ideas to SMEs.
The event is organised by North Yorkshire Council and will be held on August 17 at Co-Lab Harrogate in the convention centre.
More sessions are available on September 21, October 19 and November 16. All start from 9.30am and last for 90 minutes.
For more information on the networking events, visit the Eventbrite page here.
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