Four in 10 UK bosses are now non-UK nationals, a 31 per cent increase since 2006 March 13, 2017 The number of FTSE 100 firms with chief execs who are non-UK nationals has doubled since 2001, according to research by recruitment firm Odgers Berndtson. By the end of 2016 four in 10 FTSE 100 CEOs were non-UK nationals, a 31 per cent increase since 2006. The rise in non-UK national business leaders is partly down to a five-fold increase in [...]
How are these five influential women revolutionising the UK tech sector? March 10, 2017 | City Talk Digital tech: it’s a man’s world right? Lei Jun, Mark Zurkerberg and Bill Gates – all tech testosterone flowing through the veins of the global digital revolution. But what about in the UK? In solidarity with International Women’s Day on March 8th, more females than ever are becoming the beating heart and soul of the sector. So [...]
City Moves for 10 March 2017 – who’s switching jobs at Instavolt, the PRCA, Bovill and Travel Counsellors March 10, 2017 Today's City Moves cover electric vehicles, public relations, financial services and the travel sector. Take a look at these movers and shakers: Instavolt Electric vehicle charging specialist Instavolt has strengthened its senior team by appointing Adrian Keen as chief financial officer (CFO). A qualified chartered accountant, Adrian joins Instavolt with a wealth of experience in [...]
From PwC’s chair to the boss of Vodafone: Here are the top 30 men helping to tackle gender inequality in the workplace March 10, 2017 Lloyds Banking Group’s chief executive of commercial banking and the chairman of PwC have been named among the top 30 men challenging the status quo and promoting gender equality in the workplace. The Women’s Business Council and Management Today have revealed their 2017 Agents of Change, listing 30 male leaders who are actively working alongside women [...]
Hit Makers by Derek Thompson: Read this book if you want to learn how to write March 9, 2017 I have a confession to make: I don’t like reading books about consumer culture. I often find the subject slight, the writing bland and the overall effort insubstantial. But I read Hit Makers by Derek Thompson. Thompson, a senior editor at The Atlantic, is a distinct voice in liberal American journalism, and Hit Makers, his [...]
London’s tech firms are starting to tackle the industry’s diversity problem by changing up their hiring approach March 9, 2017 The capital’s tech businesses are taking steps to address the industry’s diversity problem, according to a new survey by Tech London Advocates (TLA). This month, the independent network of over 4,300 tech experts and leaders in London carried out a study into how the industry is approaching gender diversity. Of the 210 senior leaders from TLA [...]
“Microinfluencers” could hold the key for marketers when trust in media is thin March 9, 2017 Trust is the currency of the Internet. At a time when trust in media is thin on the ground there is one group of publishers who are followed by many for their authenticity. No wonder brands are now interested in “microinfluencers”. Early each year, communications agency Edelman issues its “Trust Barometer”. It measures public [...]
Take a stand: Power Pose to improve your charisma in awkward situations March 9, 2017 In times of economic uncertainty, it makes absolute sense to draw on every available resource to gain a competitive advantage. Charisma is a resource which is free and can fast-track anyone’s route to success. There is a multitude of definitions of the term “charisma”. It is essentially about investing others with our own enthusiasm so [...]
City Moves for 9 March 2017 – who’s switching jobs? March 9, 2017 Today’s City Moves cover finance, legal eagles, engineering and banking. Take a look at these movers and shakers: BNY Mellon Markets Dan Watkins has been appointed Head of BNY Mellon Markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In this role, he will oversee the growth of BNY Mellon Markets as it responds to [...]
Following a furious reaction to the National Insurance hike, was the Budget bad news for entrepreneurs? March 8, 2017 Chris Bryce, chief executive of the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self Employed, says Yes. The chancellor heralded the UK’s economic strength and “record employment”, but then proceeded to hit the very people responsible for delivering this. No matter which way you choose to work, the self-employed now face a potentially hefty tax bill. [...]