Latest News | 28 January 2026
Welcome aboard! Meet our latest new Bondholders
Marketing Derby has welcomed a number of new and returning Bondholders in recent weeks.
7Q, CEMA Refreshments, Close Brothers, Holiday Inn Derby – Riverlights, Hopton Hall Estate, Pretty Decent and Samaritans – Derby and District have signed up and are now enjoying all the benefits Bondholder membership can bring.
Here, we profile our latest arrivals in more detail:
7Q
7Q is a change management and governance consultancy founded by Fred Warner.

It provides change management, governance, transformation and project management consultancy to engineering and technology companies.
For more information about 7Q click here.
CEMA Refreshments
CEMA Refreshments is a leading vending machine company, supplying businesses with high quality vending machines both new and second-hand in the East Midlands.

The company prides itself on offering the latest cutting-edge technology, providing clients with a full range of vending solutions suitable for settings including offices, schools, hotels and more.
For more information about CEMA Refreshments click here.
Close Brothers
Close Brothers is a UK specialist banking group providing lending and deposit taking.

It employs around 3,000 people, principally in the UK and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange.
For more information about Close Brothers click here.
Holiday Inn Derby – Riverlights
Situated in the heart of Derby city centre, Holiday Inn Derby – Riverlights offers both comfort and convenience.

As well as comfortable bedrooms, the hotel’s facilities include the all-new The Engine bar & restaurant, mini-gym and new meeting rooms.
For more information about Holiday Inn Derby – Riverlights click here.
Hopton Hall Estate
Situated between Wirksworth and Ashbourne, on the outskirts of the Peak District National Park, Hopton Hall’s heritage spans over 600 years as the ancestral home of the esteemed Gell family of Derbyshire.

Today, Hopton Hall is in the capable hands of the Harvey family, who have lovingly restored the courtyard and transformed it into cosy and inviting holiday cottages.
For more information about Hopton Hall Estate click here.
Pretty Decent
Pretty Decent is a branding, web design and creative studio, which works with growth-focused businesses to build their brand.

Its services include website design, branding and graphic design.
For more information about Pretty Decent click here.
Samaritans – Derby and District
Derby Samaritans’ team of support callers provide emotional support to thousands of people who are struggling to cope.

They rely entirely on donations from the public, businesses and other organisations.
For more information about Samaritans – Derby and District click here.
To find out more about becoming a Bondholder contact Lindsey Hatfield at Lindsey.Hatfield@marketingderby.co.uk.