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Guidehouse Hires David Walters to Drive Defense & Security Consulting Growth in the UK

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a leading global provider of consulting, digital and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, announced that David Walters has joined the firm to drive its Defense and Security growth in the United Kingdom (UK).

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse , a leading global provider of consulting, digital and managed services to public sector and commercial clients, announced that David Walters has joined the firm to drive its Defense and Security growth in the United Kingdom (UK).
  • He works with clients to accelerate outcomes, increase quality and drive bottom line improvements in operations and capital spend.
  • "I look forward to David's leadership and collaboration across our global firm to bring the best of Guidehouse to help our UK government clients accelerate their defense and security missions and outcomes," said John Saad, Partner and Defense and Security Segment Leader at Guidehouse.
  • Guidehouse's Defense & Security segment supports mission-critical projects for diplomatic, intelligence, law enforcement, and defense agencies.

Enfuse Group celebrated at this year's MCA awards as they took home the prestigious Best New Consultancy Award

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Friday, October 13, 2023

Enfuse Group was founded by Graeme Curwen and Harry Vazanias with the goal of helping companies to be remarkable in tomorrow's digital age.

Key Points: 
  • Enfuse Group was founded by Graeme Curwen and Harry Vazanias with the goal of helping companies to be remarkable in tomorrow's digital age.
  • This year, Enfuse Group were the recipients of the Best New Consultancy award.
  • The Best New Consultancy Award is an award open to all consulting firms, including non-MCA members, which have been operating for less than 7 years.
  • Enfuse Group were recognised for this award having demonstrated client focus, delivery excellence, commitment to people and operational excellence.

Enfuse Group celebrated at this year's MCA awards as they took home the prestigious Best New Consultancy Award

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Friday, October 13, 2023

Enfuse Group was founded by Graeme Curwen and Harry Vazanias with the goal of helping companies to be remarkable in tomorrow's digital age.

Key Points: 
  • Enfuse Group was founded by Graeme Curwen and Harry Vazanias with the goal of helping companies to be remarkable in tomorrow's digital age.
  • This year, Enfuse Group were the recipients of the Best New Consultancy award.
  • Graeme Curwen, Co-Founder and CEO of Enfuse Group commented: "This award is fantastic recognition for all the incredible work our entire company delivers.
  • Enfuse Group were recognised for this award having demonstrated client focus, delivery excellence, commitment to people and operational excellence.

North Highland Receives Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Accreditation

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Highland, the leading change and transformation consultancy, has received Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Accreditation from the Management Consultancies Association (MCA). This accreditation enables North Highland consultants globally to seek ChMC chartership after five years of experience.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Highland , the leading change and transformation consultancy, has received Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Accreditation from the Management Consultancies Association (MCA).
  • This accreditation enables North Highland consultants globally to seek ChMC chartership after five years of experience.
  • Since the accreditation took effect earlier this year, four North Highland consultants have successfully achieved Chartered status through the program and additional consultants are expected to enroll in the accreditation process in the coming months.
  • "We are extremely proud that North Highland's learning and development journey for our consultants has now become accredited," said Tony Doocey, managing director at North Highland and MCA board member.

North Highland Receives Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Accreditation

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Thursday, August 31, 2023

ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Highland, the leading change and transformation consultancy, has received Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Accreditation from the Management Consultancies Association (MCA). This accreditation enables North Highland consultants globally to seek ChMC chartership after five years of experience.

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- North Highland , the leading change and transformation consultancy, has received Chartered Management Consultant (ChMC) Accreditation from the Management Consultancies Association (MCA).
  • This accreditation enables North Highland consultants globally to seek ChMC chartership after five years of experience.
  • Since the accreditation took effect earlier this year, four North Highland consultants have successfully achieved Chartered status through the program and additional consultants are expected to enroll in the accreditation process in the coming months.
  • "We are extremely proud that North Highland's learning and development journey for our consultants has now become accredited," said Tony Doocey, managing director at North Highland and MCA board member.

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.

Northern Trust Appoints Nikè Anani Director of Next Gen Advisory

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Northern Trust has appointed Nikè Anani Director of Next Gen Advisory for Northern Trust Wealth Management, a newly created role designed to accelerate the delivery of outstanding client service to the rising generation navigating wealth matters.

Key Points: 
  • Northern Trust has appointed Nikè Anani Director of Next Gen Advisory for Northern Trust Wealth Management, a newly created role designed to accelerate the delivery of outstanding client service to the rising generation navigating wealth matters.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230209005153/en/
    An accomplished speaker and published author on wealth and values transfer strategies, Anani was previously the founder and CEO of Nikè Anani Practice, a bespoke consulting service for Next Gen services in Austin.
  • “Nikè understands first-hand the issues facing many of our clients, as the older generation begins to transfer assets, money and businesses to younger relatives,” said Pam Lucina, Chief Fiduciary Officer for Northern Trust Wealth Management.
  • As a board member of YPO’s Global Family Business Network, Anani champions initiatives to support education and peer learning of the Next Gen.
    “I am thrilled to join Northern Trust as Director of Next Gen to build upon the long tradition of excellence in wealth management,” Anani said.

WesBanco Promotes Scott Love as Executive Vice President Wealth Management

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023

WHEELING, W.Va., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WesBanco, Inc. (Nasdaq: WSBC), a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced today that it has promoted Scott Love to Executive Vice President, Wealth Management succeeding Jon Dargusch, who retired effective December 31, 2022. In his new role, Mr. Love will be responsible for WesBanco Trust and Investment Services ("WTIS"), a division of WesBanco Bank, the banking subsidiary of WesBanco, Inc., including investment advisory services to the WesMark Funds, WesBanco Securities Inc., WesBanco Insurance Services Inc., and private client services.

Key Points: 
  • WHEELING, W.Va., Jan. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WesBanco, Inc. (Nasdaq: WSBC), a diversified, multi-state bank holding company, announced today that it has promoted Scott Love to Executive Vice President, Wealth Management succeeding Jon Dargusch, who retired effective December 31, 2022.
  • "This is an exciting time in the 100-year history of WesBanco Wealth Management which has helped thousands of individuals, businesses, government entities, and charitable organizations develop plans to build and preserve wealth and achieve financial goals," said Jayson M. Zatta, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer for WesBanco.
  • "I am pleased to announce the promotion of Scott to lead our wealth management division, as his experience and leadership have prepared him for this role.
  • Mr. Dargusch joined WesBanco during 2011 as Executive Vice President, Wealth Management.

RECORD NUMBER OF NEW CONSULTING ROLES TO BE CREATED ACROSS THE UK SAYS MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCIES ASSOCIATION (MCA)

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Monday, January 2, 2023

Large, medium, and small firms have all increased the number of roles in their firms in 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Large, medium, and small firms have all increased the number of roles in their firms in 2022.
  • Of the roles created, over a third will be outside London with many more open to people regardless of where they are based.
  • This includes EY who plan to increase the number of consultants from 5,100 to around 10,200 people by 2026.
  • Deloitte created 1,200 new consulting roles in 2021/22, with the practice forecasting around 1,500 new roles for the current financial year (1 June 2022 to 31 May 2023).

CONSULTING SECTOR CONTINUES TO GROW AND CREATES MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR GRADUATES AND SCHOOL LEAVERS

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Exports increased year on year, now 30% of all revenue generated, as global clients turn to British firms for world class consulting services.

Key Points: 
  • Exports increased year on year, now 30% of all revenue generated, as global clients turn to British firms for world class consulting services.
  • The industry is employing more graduates, apprentices and school leavers than ever before and in 2021 there was a 51% increase in graduates and 5% rise in the number of apprentices hired, primarily among larger firms.
  • This has enabled firms to invest in thousands of more jobs across the UK, opening up regional talent pools and giving more opportunities for graduates and school leavers.
  • The UK consulting industry is amongst the best in the world and a vital part of the business landscape.