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SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director
Leadership

SME confidence plummets as Vistage names new director

Vistage's latest SME Confidence Index reveals a stark decline in economic optimism, dropping from 107.1 to 91.4, as 69% of SMEs report worsening conditions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Tim Pratt named VP of Power Products for Pacific Zone
Cartech

Tim Pratt named VP of Power Products for Pacific Zone

Schneider Electric has appointed Tim Pratt as Vice President Power Products for the Pacific Zone, boosting its sustainable energy initiatives.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence
Leadership

Vistage reports fall in UK & Ireland SME confidence

Vistage reports a shocking drop in SME confidence across the UK and Ireland, with leaders now wary of profitability amidst declining economic conditions.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles
Software-as-a-Service

Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles

Ignition has bolstered its executive leadership team with the appointments of Greg Strickland as CEO and Amy Foo as CFO, aiming for future growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025
WTW appoints Mark Mamone to lead technology transformation
Software-as-a-Service

WTW appoints Mark Mamone to lead technology transformation

WTW has appointed Mark Mamone as Head of Technology Delivery and Strategy for its ICT business, aiming to enhance its SaaS capabilities in the insurance sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Maurizio Garavello named Senior VP for Qlik in APJ region
Data Analytics

Maurizio Garavello named Senior VP for Qlik in APJ region

Maurizio Garavello has been appointed Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific & Japan at Qlik, set to enhance AI-driven innovation and customer relations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
AI revolution in workplace enhances human skill value
Unified Communications

AI revolution in workplace enhances human skill value

A new global study by Workday reveals AI as a driver of workplace skills enhancement, with workers embracing human traits like empathy as vital for future success.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Data eXec launches to redefine data centre leadership
Leadership

Data eXec launches to redefine data centre leadership

Data eXec has launched as a new sister brand to DataX Connect, aiming to recruit senior executives for data centre organisations globally.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Telehouse opens liquid cooling lab with tech partners
Unified Communications

Telehouse opens liquid cooling lab with tech partners

Telehouse has unveiled its innovative Liquid Cooling Lab at the London Docklands, collaborating with several tech leaders to tackle cooling challenges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360 for real-time insights
Supply Chain

ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360 for real-time insights

ProGlove unveils Warehouse 360, a game-changing platform designed to enhance warehouse efficiency with real-time insights and seamless integration of data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Mark Bishof appointed new CEO of Medallia
Customer Experience

Mark Bishof appointed new CEO of Medallia

Mark Bishof has been appointed Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at Medallia, signalling a major leadership shift at the software firm backed by Thoma Bravo.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025

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Finance leaders cite limited budget access as growth barrier
EduTech

Finance leaders cite limited budget access as growth barrier

A survey by Soldo shows that 88% of UK finance leaders believe restricted budget access is hindering business growth and employee productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager
Partner Programmes

Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager

Lenovo has appointed Victoria Mahan as General Manager for New Zealand, succeeding Libby MacGregor, to lead operations from Auckland.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role
Firewalls

Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role

Kusania Cairns has been appointed as Business Development Manager at Gallagher Security, aiming to strengthen partner relationships in the South Island.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Start Campus appoints senior leaders for SINES DC project
Unified Communications

Start Campus appoints senior leaders for SINES DC project

Start Campus has appointed Omer Wilson as Chief Marketing Officer and José Luis Arnau as Head of Sales to support the SINES DC project in Portugal.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Caroline O'Connor joins Zayo Europe as Chief Legal Officer
Unified Communications

Caroline O'Connor joins Zayo Europe as Chief Legal Officer

Zayo Europe has announced the appointment of Caroline O'Connor as Chief Legal Officer, bolstering its executive team amid continued growth in the sector.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Access People named Core Leader in Fosway 9-Grid for HR
Data Analytics

Access People named Core Leader in Fosway 9-Grid for HR

Access People in Leicestershire has been recognised as a Core Leader in the Fosway 9-GridTM for Cloud HR, reflecting its prominent role in the HR solutions market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025