Our town’s network of Chesterfield Champions have made exciting announcements in recent weeks.

The latest roundup includes new hires, partnerships and even a collaborative effort on a local regeneration project.

Read the latest in our roundup below.

Champions collaborate on Peak Village improvements

The Devonshire Group has collaborated with local businesses, including Chesterfield Champion Peak Architects, to refurbish park of North Derbyshire’s Peak Village shopping centre.

Visitors to the centre are set to enjoy a new and improved shopping experience as works to the Caffè Massarella conservatory come to an end.

The refurbishment has seen the conservatory transformed following the introduction of new glass fronting and skylights, creating a brighter, more modern space for shoppers to relax and unwind.

Peak Village’s proud Derbyshire heritage has been prioritised throughout, with Peak Architects and Sheffield-based design studio, 93ft appointed to lead the works and help to create a design that better complements the site’s existing architecture, including the Grade II listed Old Station Building opposite.

Complementing the ongoing improvement works, the team at Peak Village have also unveiled a new look across its branding, which visitors will now be able to spot on the signage at the retail destination, as well as the centre’s website. This is the latest milestone in £2 million of customer experience investments made by owners The Devonshire Group since purchasing the site three years ago.

Katayune Jacquin, centre manager at Peak Village, said: “‘We have seen how investment since the acquisition has supported the significant growth of footfall, customer spend and interest from a diverse range of tenants. This most recent round of improvements into the buildings and environment, our brand and digital presence contribute to the creation of an appealing venue for local communities and visitors to Derbyshire and the Peak District.

“The new conservatory sits in a key location of the village where visitors enjoy refreshments from an established and popular tenant. Our investment into the exterior, and Caffè Massarella’s into the interior, demonstrates working in partnership to continually improve and grow.”

Local design agency Crush welcomes new Account Director

Chesterfield-based design agency Crush has welcomed new Account Director, Chris Vannozzi, to oversee the company’s growing portfolio of creative projects in branding, design, digital and marketing.

Founded in 2004, Crush works with brands both close to home, and across the globe.

As an independent agency, Crush’s team has grown considerably over their 21 years in the business. Starting with just one woman, Natalie Burkinshaw (Founder and Creative Director), the Crush team now encompasses an impressive, wide range of talents in brand strategy, design, website development, copywriting and marketing support.

With over 25 years experience working for London agencies in content marketing and commercial strategy, Chris’ wealth of expertise will lend a hand not only to nurturing client relationships at Crush, but also to strategy and big-picture perspective for their creative campaigns.

Chris has delivered creative projects for world-recognised brands such as Unilever, P&G, John Lewis and M&S – as well as public sector projects for King’s College London, Development Media International and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

Speaking about his new role, Chris said: “What excites me about Crush is the range of creative projects we get involved in. Coming from a London agency background, it’s refreshing to be joining a team that works on big, corporate projects, as well as supporting local, smaller businesses.

“I hope that my years of experience will prove effective in bringing together more projects like this for the Crush team.”

UKATA to host mock trial event at National Justice Museum

UKATA is set to host a unique Asbestos Mock Trial event on Monday 28^th October at the National Justice Museum in Nottingham. It aims to educate industry professionals about the legal intricacies of asbestos-related claims through an engaging courtroom reenactment.

The event will feature expert speakers from various fields, including legal professionals, health and safety advocates, and industry leaders, providing invaluable insights into the complexities of asbestos litigation. Attendees will benefit from a unique opportunity to observe a simulated trial, allowing for a deeper understanding of the legal processes involved.

Law students from both Nottingham Law School (Nottingham Trent University) and The School of Law at The University of Nottingham will attend the event, providing a valuable educational opportunity for future legal professionals to engage with asbestos litigation.

UKATA’s Senior Operations Manager, Debbie Nixon, added, “I am very excited to be hosting this event in collaboration with Sewell Law and PCR Global. This event will enhance awareness and promote best practices for safety in the workplace. We are honoured to have DSK as sponsors, underscoring the importance of promoting asbestos awareness within the industry and future legal professionals.”

Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions Teams Up with Chesterfield FC

Black Swan Cyber Security Solutions has announced the shirt sponsorship of Chesterfield FC’s goalkeeping coach, Dave O’Hare.

In a statement, the company commented: “As the last line of defence on the pitch, Dave O’Hare trains his goalkeepers to anticipate every shot, react swiftly and neutralise threats. Similarly, Black Swan equips businesses with the tools and expertise to defend their digital assets from cybercriminals.”

Kevin Walker, owner of Black Swan, added: “Just as Dave O’Hare ensures Chesterfield FC’s goal remains untouched, we’re dedicated to safeguarding our clients’ digital assets. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to excellence and our unwavering focus on protecting what matters most.”