Lazard, Inc. has announced the appointment of Will Thompson as Managing Director in its Healthcare division, set to begin on 4th November 2024. Based in London, Thompson will be integral to Lazard’s financial advisory practice for Europe, which is led by Cyrus Kapadia and Jean-Louis Girodolle. He will also join the firm’s global healthcare group, headed by David Gluckman, enhancing Lazard’s established presence in the healthcare sector. Thompson’s return to Lazard marks a significant chapter in his career, having previously worked at the firm from 1998 to 2004. He arrives at Lazard after a notable tenure at Barclays, where he…
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A Staffordshire packaging company has developed an affordable, lightweight Boccia ramp, aiming to make the Paralympic sport more accessible to a wider audience. Lesters, one of the UK’s fastest-growing manufacturers of high-performance packaging, collaborated with Loughborough University and Boccia UK to create the new ramp, which is priced at just £10 and designed for easy transport and assembly. Using corrugated fibreboard, the new ramp is significantly lighter than traditional models, which are often heavy and costly, limiting their accessibility to athletes and coaches. The project, which took 18 months to complete, has been hailed as a major breakthrough, particularly for…
A Midlands contractor has been awarded a £20m contract to build a new retirement village in Shropshire, marking a significant development for the town of Newport. McPhillips (Wellington) Ltd, a well-established construction firm with over 60 years of local experience, has been selected to deliver the project on behalf of retirement community specialist Untold Living. The development will see the construction of 61 apartments and 15 bungalows on land situated off the A41 in Newport, as part of Untold Living’s efforts to create flexible housing options for older residents. The project is one of three similar communities being developed across…
A leading Midlands housebuilder is urging schools, colleges, and the construction industry to do more to encourage women to pursue careers in construction, as a new mentoring scheme aimed at supporting female talent gets underway. Sophie Horgan, director of Horgan Homes, is one of seven women spearheading the “I Am A Housebuilder” campaign, launched by the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for SME housebuilders. The initiative pairs aspiring female professionals in the construction industry with experienced women in the field, offering mentorship and guidance. Horgan is calling for greater efforts to address the gender imbalance in the sector, particularly by…
Culture Amp, a leading employee experience platform, has been awarded Strategic Leader status in the latest Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent & People Success for the fifth consecutive year. This recognition comes from Fosway Group, Europe’s foremost HR industry analyst, and underscores Culture Amp’s position as a frontrunner in talent management. The Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent & People Success serves as a vital research and decision-making tool for enterprises and public organisations looking to enhance their talent management strategies across the UK and Europe. Culture Amp has consistently ranked as a Strategic Leader in previous editions from 2020 to 2023, showcasing…
The UK government has announced a significant expansion of its attendance mentoring programme, aiming to bring thousands of persistently absent pupils back to school. This initiative, backed by a £15 million investment, seeks to address the alarming rise in school absences since the COVID-19 pandemic. Currently, around one in five pupils are missing 10% or more of school, highlighting a pressing issue in the education system. The expanded programme will provide support to an additional 10,000 children across ten new areas identified as having some of the worst attendance rates. Among the regions benefiting from this expansion are Nottingham, Ipswich,…
Royal Mail, the UK’s universal postal service provider, has announced the adoption of Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance engagement and communication with its workforce of over 125,000 employees. The move is part of Royal Mail’s wider efforts to modernise its operations and foster a positive, open working environment. Founded in 1615 under the reign of King Henry VIII, Royal Mail has been an essential part of the UK’s infrastructure, connecting communities and businesses across the country. As the organisation navigates a period of transformation and growth, its focus remains on investing in its people. Workday Peakon Employee Voice, a…
Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT) has announced the launch of a new set of tools designed to simplify and accelerate the analysis of large molecule RNA therapeutics using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) technology. The new offering includes sample preparation enzymes, reagents, and the waters_connect software, all aimed at enhancing sequence and modification confirmation of these complex molecules. These tools are expected to play a crucial role in the development of RNA-based pharmaceuticals, such as CRISPR single-guide RNA (sgRNA) and messenger RNA (mRNA) therapies. Large molecule RNA therapeutics have emerged as a significant advancement in modern pharmaceuticals, with the potential to address…
ClaroNav Dental, a leading provider of digital dental solutions, has announced that its innovative MicronMapper photogrammetry system has received CE-mark certification, clearing the way for its sale across Europe. The milestone represents a significant step forward in ClaroNav’s mission to provide cutting-edge tools designed to enhance the precision and efficiency of dental procedures globally. The MicronMapper is ClaroNav’s next-generation photogrammetry system, created to streamline dental implant workflows and improve clinical outcomes. Designed with both functionality and ease of use in mind, the lightweight system enables dental professionals to capture highly detailed and accurate implant positions. The result is more predictable…
Zendesk has launched a range of new AI-driven solutions aimed at enhancing collaboration between human agents and artificial intelligence. The updates include AI-powered agents for omnichannel support, an improved agent copilot, voice AI capabilities, and an AI agent builder, all designed to boost customer service efficiency and improve user experiences. The new offerings are intended to help companies deliver high-quality service at scale, providing personalised and efficient interactions. As AI becomes increasingly integrated into customer service, Zendesk’s innovations demonstrate its commitment to helping businesses improve operations and drive meaningful business outcomes. Improving Service Quality and Reducing Costs Tom Eggemeier, CEO…
