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Consultant Joe Returns to Codsall Roots to Inspire Future Careers
July 11^th, 2025 in careers, Community, Just For Fun, News
Yesterday marked a special moment for Codsall Community High School as former student and current consultant Joe returned to give back to the community that helped shape his journey. Taking a nostalgic trip down memory lane, Joe joined students at Weston Park to support a day of mock interviews designed to prepare them for the leap into the world of work. With a passion for mentoring and a deep connection to the school, Joe offered valuable…
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Two Awards, One Inspiring Leader: GTIA Spotlight Awards
July 8^th, 2025 in Community, Just For Fun, News
We always knew she was award-worthy—now it’s official! Our brilliant HR & InfoSec Director, Hollie, recently took centre stage at the GTIA UK & Ireland Spotlight Awards, hosted by the Global Technology Industry Association. And she didn’t just attend—she walked away with not one, but two awards! 🎉 Community Leadership Award – Winner🥈 Advancing Women in Tech – Runner-up Please join us in congratulating Hollie on this…
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Purple Frog Joins Shropshire’s Leading Businesses at Connectin Business Expo
July 7^th, 2025 in Artificial Intelligence, Business, Community, Just For Fun, News
Purple Frog proudly took part in this year’s Connectin Business Expo, hosted by the Shropshire Chamber of Commerce, where Jon and Lewis represented the company among a vibrant community of regional innovators and entrepreneurs. Held at Telford College, the event brought together businesses from across Shropshire and the West Midlands for a full day of networking, collaboration, and forward-thinking conversation. As a sponsor of the event,…
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Hollie Leaps to Victory at GTIA UK & Ireland Event
June 27^th, 2025 in Business, Community, Just For Fun
Yesterday was a truly ribbit-ing day for Hollie Whittles, HR & InfoSec Director at Purple Frog, as she not only expertly hosted the recent GTIA (Global Technology Industry Association) UK & Ireland Forum but also hopped away with significant accolades at the accompanying Spotlight Awards! The forum itself was a resounding success, with Hollie guiding attendees through a day filled with inspiring speakers and insightful discussions.…
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Jeet Leaps to Victory in Purple Frog Pool Cup Final!
June 12^th, 2025 in Just For Fun, News
It was a thrilling showdown in the final of the second Purple Frog Pool Cup, where two Purple Frogs—Jeet and Jon—went head-to-head in a pool match full of skill… and a few near-misses… that had the rest of the FrogPlex holding their breath! After weeks of friendly (and sometimes super competitive) pool games, the tournament reached its peak in a high-stakes final that didn’t disappoint. Both players brought their A-game, but in…
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Unlock Efficiency and Growth at Purple Frog’s Discovery Morning
May 26^th, 2025 in Artificial Intelligence, Just For Fun, Microsoft Fabric, News, Power BI
Purple Frog is excited to invite you to a morning of insight, innovation, and inspiration at our upcoming AI & Analytics Discovery Morning. This free event is designed for business leaders, analysts, and data professionals who want to explore how AI and analytics can drive real-world results. From streamlining operations to uncovering new growth opportunities, we’ll show you how to turn data into action. You’ll gain practical knowledge…
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Showdown on the Lily Pad: Matt Takes the Purple Frog Pool Cup
May 24^th, 2025 in Just For Fun, News
The other day, the FrogPlex office pool table transformed into a battleground as the highly anticipated Purple Frog Pool Cup Final took place— Matt vs. Chantal in a showdown worthy of cue-sport legend status. With nerves of steel and a steady hand, Matt hopped ahead early and never looked back, securing the win and the coveted title of Pool Cup Champion. But don’t count Chantal out just yet… She’s already plotting her comeback. The…
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Lewis and Charlie-Mae Go Wild at FSB Networking Morning
May 23^rd, 2025 in Business, Community, Just For Fun, News
Today, Lewis (AI Engineer) and Charlie-Mae (Marketing Associate) stepped out of the office and into the wild—literally—as they joined the Federation of Small Businesses for a truly unique networking morning. Hosted at the vibrant and animal-filled Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, the event brought together professionals from across the region for a morning of connection, inspiration, and a few unexpected animal encounters. One of the highlights?…
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Championing School-Employer Collaboration at Bradley Stoke Community School
May 17^th, 2025 in Just For Fun, News, school engagement
This week, we saw Laura – our Data Engineer – bridging the gap between education and industry, by attending a Business Breakfast at Bradley Stoke Community School. The event highlighted the valuable collaborations taking place between local employers and the school to enhance students’ learning and future opportunities in the realms of Careers and Employability. Students/attendees heard inspiring examples of how businesses…
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Joe’s staying ahead in Data Analytics!
March 28^th, 2025 in Just For Fun, News
At Purple Frog, continuous learning and professional development are at the heart of what we do. We’re pleased to share that Joe has successfully recertified in DP-700: Analysing and Visualising Data with Microsoft Power BI! What is DP-700? DP-700 is a Microsoft certification designed for data professionals who specialise in using Power BI to analyse data, create reports, and provide valuable insights. The exam covers key topics such as: Data…
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Alex Whittles (MVP)
Annabel Hemingbrough
Callum Bryant
Hollie Whittles
James Snow
Jeet Kainth
Joe Billingham
Jon Fletcher
Laura Adamson
Lewis Prince (MVP)
Matt Mair-Durrant
Nick Edwards
Tom Owen