Forward Swindon, the town’s economic development company, has given its backing to the successful Swindon Mindful Employer Network, which helps local businesses create healthier and more productive workplaces.
The network believes business performance and reputation can be influenced by a positive attitude towards mental health and wellbeing at work – an issue that Forward Swindon sees as helping make Swindon a dynamic and welcoming place to do business.
Forward Swindon’s director of economic development Bill Cotton said: “The network has been an astonishing success and attracts a great deal of support and interest We are delighted to formally support this initiative and look forward to working with the network in promoting Swindon as a great place to live and work”.
Richmond Fellowship Wiltshire‘s David Latham, who manages the network in Swindon, welcomed Forward Swindon’s support.
“To receive this boost is wonderful news. The wellbeing at work agenda is growing in importance and I believe it directly benefits Swindon to have a thriving Mindful Employer network,” he said.
“Forward Swindon plays a vital role in the exciting regeneration of the town and we believe that all local business networks and employers should play their part in supporting this effort. We look forward to a long and fruitful association.”
Established in April 2010, Forward Swindon focuses on business investment and growth, town centre development, cultural development and promoting Swindon.
