Business quiz teams boost charity funds

BUSINESS brains from across Coventry and Warwickshire put their knowledge to the test to raise almost £2,000 for community causes.

The Heart of England Community Foundation’s charity quiz night took place at the Butts Park Arena, Coventry, and saw 25 teams go head-to-head.

Last year’s winner – Leamington law firm Wright Hassall – returned to test their knowledge on subjects ranging from sport and history to music and film.

It was Team John O’ Gaunt, featuring foundation trustee Phil Pemble and his family, who triumphed with a winning score of 91.

The event raised a total of £1,994 for the founda- The Coventry Does Strictly 2017 dancers

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Tina Costello, CEO of Heart of England Community Foundation, said: “The quiz was a really fun event and a fantastic way to raise funds to support community organisa- tions. It also provided us with an opportunity to showcase what we do and how businesses can work with us. It really was excellent to see so many people take part.”

Visit heartofenglandcf. co.uk for information about the foundation.

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Tina Costello, CEO of Heart of England Community Foundation, with Wright Hassall staff