ON THE MOVE

NEW CHAMBER PATRON

Robin Teverson, Baron Teverson of Tregony, a Liberal Democrat peer and former Member of the European Parliament has been appointed patron of Cornwall Chamber of Commerce.

“It’s a real privilege to be patron to Cornwall Chamber of Commerce,” said Lord Teverson. “I really admire its work. The chamber brings together businesses throughout the county and is so often a part of their success. It is great at helping keep everybody ahead in a fast-changing world. As a past member, I’ve seen it in action. “I’ve always been involved in and enjoyed business. But I have also been a strong campaigner on environmental issues. What I’ve learnt is that the two are utterly compatible. Indeed, a successful economy and its business sector needs to work within its environmental limits to guarantee its future. I am proud that Cornwall has a chamber that understands all of these values.”

Chamber CEO, Kim Conchie, added: “I know Lord Teverson will make sure we don’t let up on this activity. We are honoured that he has agreed to become our patron for many years to come.”

TAKING THE BULL BY THE HORNS

Penryn-based video agency Bull & Wolf Film Co. has hired two new team members to support its continued growth. Libby Gibbons has joined the growing team as a creative content producer, having previously worked at Truro and Penwith College in its marketing department. She recently finished a Masters degree in film and television.

Tyler Cross also joins the team at Bull & Wolf as senior editor, having previously worked at Sideways. At Sideways, he worked on a number of production projects for clients such as Finisterre, Manchester United, Philips, SAP and Volvo.

Nature’s recovery must not be pushed to the sidelines, the new head of Cornwall Wildlife Trust has said as communities in the south west face multiple pressures ahead this winter. Dr Matt Walpole, who takes over as chief executive of the trust, said the extent to which the country could flourish would be fundamentally underpinned by the state of nature. He called for action to be ramped up to tackle the loss of wildlife locally and for communities across Cornwall to come together to play their part. In his first statement as head of Cornwall Wildlife Trust, he said: “These are times of great uncertainty and it’s proving to be a difficult year for many people in Cornwall. “Nature loss and climate change will understandably be far from the biggest concern this winter. But it’s now that nature is needed more than ever; to lift our spirits, boost our health and wellbeing, support our farming and fishing and regulate our climate.” Dr Walpole joins the trust having held senior roles for international charities such as Fauna & Flora Internal and WWF International.

He also directed a ground-breaking, UK-wide assessment of the value of nature to society for the UK Government.

His arrival comes at an important time for Cornwall Wildlife Trust as it celebrates its 60th anniversary.

TRUST IN DR WALPOLE LIFE IS A BEECH

Hayle-based Cornwall Building Supplies has appointed a new business development manager.

Jim Beech joins from the education sector where he spent 25 years as a design and technology specialist and senior manager.

He said: “I’m delighted to have been invited to join such an experienced, dedicated and professional team who offer so much to the local community but also the wider industries.”

Founder Joe Turnbull said: “We are delighted to be welcoming two new members to our growing team. Tyler brings a wealth of experience and knowledge, having worked for some of the biggest brands in the UK, while Libby will enhance our creative preproduction processes. They are already working on some exciting projects and we can’t wait to see them develop.”

KICKSTART FOR IDENNA

Cornish creative agency Idena has given a full-time role to one of its juniors.

Having completed six months as a Kickstart marketing assistant, Jake Redman has taken up a permanent web and marketing assistant position.

Creative director James Neale said: “Over the 18 months that it was available, Idenna have welcomed a number of young creatives through our doors via The Kickstart Scheme, it was an absolute pleasure to be able to offer Jake a permanent role in the Idenna team.”

The Kickstart Scheme was a UK Government initiative which ran between September 2020 and May 2022, providing funding for businesses to create new jobs roles for people aged between 16 and 24.

Redman originally studied Music Business at the BIMM Institute Manchester, before graduating in 2021 and relocating to Cornwall later that year.