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inploi - the talent attraction SaaS - raises Seed round ahead of US expansion

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

LONDON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- inploi, the talent attraction technology scale-up, has raised a £1.35m round to develop its growth team and accelerate the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for their Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering ahead of a planned expansion into the US.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- inploi, the talent attraction technology scale-up, has raised a £1.35m round to develop its growth team and accelerate the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for their Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering ahead of a planned expansion into the US.
  • inploi was founded in 2016 out of its founders' shared frustration with the sub-par experience of using legacy HR tech to find and apply for job opportunities.
  • The company counts a number of high-profile enterprises amongst its customers, including wagamama, Haven, Butlin's, and FTSE-listed Compass Group UK & Ireland.
  • They are recently joined by Hong Kong HQ'd A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health & beauty retailer.

inploi - the talent attraction SaaS - raises Seed round ahead of US expansion

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, July 25, 2023

LONDON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- inploi, the talent attraction technology scale-up, has raised a £1.35m round to develop its growth team and accelerate the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for their Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering ahead of a planned expansion into the US.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- inploi, the talent attraction technology scale-up, has raised a £1.35m round to develop its growth team and accelerate the go-to-market (GTM) strategy for their Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offering ahead of a planned expansion into the US.
  • inploi was founded in 2016 out of its founders' shared frustration with the sub-par experience of using legacy HR tech to find and apply for job opportunities.
  • The company counts a number of high-profile enterprises amongst its customers, including wagamama, Haven, Butlin's, and FTSE-listed Compass Group UK & Ireland.
  • They are recently joined by Hong Kong HQ'd A.S. Watson Group, the world's largest international health & beauty retailer.

Mike McTighe appointed Independent Chair of Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited

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Monday, July 17, 2023

Mike McTighe has been appointed Chair of the Boards of Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited by the Independent Directors after a thorough, externally-facilitated search process.

Key Points: 
  • Mike McTighe has been appointed Chair of the Boards of Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited by the Independent Directors after a thorough, externally-facilitated search process.
  • Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited are the respective parent companies of Telegraph Media Group Limited and The Spectator (1828) Limited, publishers of The Telegraph and The Spectator multimedia news brands.
  • These award-winning media businesses have an established track record of driving profitable subscriptions growth through quality journalism and innovation across print and digital products.
  • He is also Chairman of Together Financial Services Ltd and has previously been Chairman of numerous other public and private companies.

Mike McTighe Appointed Independent Chair of Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited

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Monday, July 17, 2023

Mike McTighe has been appointed Chair of the Boards of Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited by the Independent Directors after a thorough, externally-facilitated search process.

Key Points: 
  • Mike McTighe has been appointed Chair of the Boards of Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited by the Independent Directors after a thorough, externally-facilitated search process.
  • Press Acquisitions Limited and May Corporation Limited are the respective parent companies of Telegraph Media Group Limited and The Spectator (1828) Limited, publishers of The Telegraph and The Spectator multimedia news brands.
  • These award-winning media businesses have an established track record of driving profitable subscriptions growth through quality journalism and innovation across print and digital products.
  • He is also Chairman of Together Financial Services Ltd and has previously been Chairman of numerous other public and private companies.

Hardman & Co Research | Q&A on NB Private Equity Partners (NBPE): PE co-investment niche to generate superior returns

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023

NB Private Equity Partners (NBPE) is the topic of conversation when Hardman & Co Analyst Mark Thomas joins DirectorsTalk Interviews.

Key Points: 
  • NB Private Equity Partners (NBPE) is the topic of conversation when Hardman & Co Analyst Mark Thomas joins DirectorsTalk Interviews.
  • NB Private Equity Partners is a large British investment company dedicated to investments in private equity investments.
  • Established in 2009, the company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250 Index.
  • If you are interested in meeting the company, you can register your interest here .

Renesas Included in “MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index” for the First Time

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Friday, July 7, 2023

The MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index consists of selected stocks from top Japanese companies that have large market capitalization and demonstrated strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance within their respective industries.

Key Points: 
  • The MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index consists of selected stocks from top Japanese companies that have large market capitalization and demonstrated strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance within their respective industries.
  • Since founding the Sustainability Promotion Office in 2020, Renesas has made significant progress in advancing ESG initiatives.
  • Please refer to Renesas’ " 2022 Sustainability Report " for more information about its ESG strategy and progress made during the fiscal year.
  • Renesas aims to build a safer, greener, and smarter society through sustainable products and solutions that make people’s lives easier.

Emergn Earns Microsoft Solutions Partner Designation for Digital and App Innovation

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Thursday, July 6, 2023

Emergn , a global digital business services firm helping companies deliver valuable digital products and customer experiences faster, today formally announced it has received the Microsoft Solutions Partner designation for Digital & App Innovation (Azure).

Key Points: 
  • Emergn , a global digital business services firm helping companies deliver valuable digital products and customer experiences faster, today formally announced it has received the Microsoft Solutions Partner designation for Digital & App Innovation (Azure).
  • Emergn received this designation for its ability to deliver intelligent applications and cloud-native software solutions that enables its customers to compete in today’s digital-first world.
  • The Solutions Partner designation program is anchored to the Microsoft Cloud in six solution areas, including Digital & App Innovation .
  • This designation will enable Microsoft customers from across the globe to quickly identify Emergn as a company recognized for its strong commitment to delivering exceptional cloud-based technology solutions.

DOUBLE DIGIT GROWTH EXPECTED TO CONTINUE IN CONSULTING AS CLIENTS ACROSS THE GLOBE TURN TO THE UK FOR EXPERTISE: Management Consultancies Association (MCA) Reports

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Monday, July 3, 2023

The MCA Annual Industry Report 2023, conducted with the independent research firm Savanta, showed strong growth by MCA member firms as clients turn to management consultants during uncertain times.

Key Points: 
  • The MCA Annual Industry Report 2023, conducted with the independent research firm Savanta, showed strong growth by MCA member firms as clients turn to management consultants during uncertain times.
  • Industry leaders in the sector also expect this double-digit growth to continue in 2023 with a forecast of 13% increase in services.
  • Contributing to this success is the increased use of UK consulting firms by clients from across the globe.
  • Nusrat Ghani MP, Minister for Industry and Investment Security, added
    "It is great to see the continued strength and growth of the vibrant UK consulting sector.

Emergex Appoints Sir Michael Rake as Board Chairman

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

ABINGDON, United Kingdom, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emergex Vaccines Holding Limited (‘Emergex’), a clinical-stage biotechnology company addressing major global infectious diseases through the development of fully synthetic T cell-priming immune set-point candidates, today announced the appointment of Sir Michael Rake as Chairman of the Board.

Key Points: 
  • ABINGDON, United Kingdom, June 29, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emergex Vaccines Holding Limited (‘Emergex’), a clinical-stage biotechnology company addressing major global infectious diseases through the development of fully synthetic T cell-priming immune set-point candidates, today announced the appointment of Sir Michael Rake as Chairman of the Board.
  • Sir Michael takes on this role from Finian Tan, Ph.D., who becomes Emergex’s Deputy Chairman.
  • Sir Michael has had a long and distinguished career in international business as a Senior Executive and Board leader over several decades.
  • Sir Michael Rake, the new Chairman at Emergex, commented: “I look forward to joining the Emergex Board as Chairman and sharing my experience and network to help grow the business at such a pivotal time in the company’s evolution.

MessageGears Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies in Georgia

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MessageGears, the leading customer engagement platform for big consumer brands, has been named one of the fastest growing companies in Georgia by the Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG). MessageGears and other fast-growing Atlanta companies were honored last night at the ACG's Georgia Fast 40 celebration at the Buckhead Theatre.

Key Points: 
  • The Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth recognized MessageGears on its 2023 Georgia Fast 40 list.
  • ATLANTA, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- MessageGears , the leading customer engagement platform for big consumer brands, has been named one of the fastest growing companies in Georgia by the Atlanta Chapter of the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) .
  • MessageGears and other fast-growing Atlanta companies were honored last night at the ACG's Georgia Fast 40 celebration at the Buckhead Theatre.
  • "It's an honor to be recognized by the Association for Corporate Growth as one of the fastest growing companies in Atlanta," said Roger Barnette, CEO of MessageGears.