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EQS-News: Axel Stepken to succeed Jens Riedl on the Supervisory Board of GEA Group AG

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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Axel Stepken, CEO of TÜV SÜD Stiftung, will stand for election by shareholders as a new member of the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft at the Annual General Meeting on April 30, 2024.

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  • Axel Stepken, CEO of TÜV SÜD Stiftung, will stand for election by shareholders as a new member of the Supervisory Board of GEA Group Aktiengesellschaft at the Annual General Meeting on April 30, 2024.
  • In the event of his election, the Supervisory Board has appointed him as a member of the Supervisory Board’s Presiding and Sustainability Committee.
  • We are very much looking forward to working together,” said Professor Dieter Kempf, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of GEA Group AG.
  • “The Supervisory Board wishes Jens Riedl all the best for the future and thanks him for his extraordinary commitment and outstanding cooperation on the board and its committees.”

Affidea Group appoints Frans van Houten, Former CEO of Philips, as a new Supervisory Board member

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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Frans van Houten stated: "Affidea stands as a fast-growth European healthcare champion renowned for its innovative spirit—a spirit I am thrilled to support.

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  • Frans van Houten stated: "Affidea stands as a fast-growth European healthcare champion renowned for its innovative spirit—a spirit I am thrilled to support.
  • Michal Chalaczkiewicz, Chairman of Affidea's Supervisory Board and Investment Partner at GBL, added: "We are delighted to welcome Frans van Houten to Affidea's Supervisory Board, joining the other distinguished members.
  • Guy Blomfield, CEO of Affidea Group and Chairman of the Management Board, stated: "We warmly welcome Frans to our Supervisory Board.
  • Frans van Houten joins the Supervisory Board alongside Affidea management, GBL representatives and Dimitris Moulavasilis who joined as a non-executive Director in 2022.

Affidea Group appoints Frans van Houten, Former CEO of Philips, as a new Supervisory Board member

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Friday, January 19, 2024
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Frans van Houten stated: "Affidea stands as a fast-growth European healthcare champion renowned for its innovative spirit—a spirit I am thrilled to support.

Key Points: 
  • Frans van Houten stated: "Affidea stands as a fast-growth European healthcare champion renowned for its innovative spirit—a spirit I am thrilled to support.
  • Michal Chalaczkiewicz, Chairman of Affidea's Supervisory Board and Investment Partner at GBL, added: "We are delighted to welcome Frans van Houten to Affidea's Supervisory Board, joining the other distinguished members.
  • Guy Blomfield, CEO of Affidea Group and Chairman of the Management Board, stated: "We warmly welcome Frans to our Supervisory Board.
  • Frans van Houten joins the Supervisory Board alongside Affidea management, GBL representatives and Dimitris Moulavasilis who joined as a non-executive Director in 2022.

Concentrix and Webhelp Complete Combination, Creating a Diversified Global CX Leader, Well-Positioned for Growth

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Monday, September 25, 2023
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While the combined company finalizes its permanent name, it will operate under the trade name Concentrix + Webhelp.

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  • While the combined company finalizes its permanent name, it will operate under the trade name Concentrix + Webhelp.
  • This combination further positions Concentrix + Webhelp as a global CX leader, with an expanded breadth of generative AI solutions, digital capabilities, and high-value services.
  • I am truly honored to work with such a diverse and talented team,” said Chris Caldwell, CEO of Concentrix + Webhelp.
  • Olivier is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, co-founder, and former CEO of Webhelp and will serve as Vice Chair of the Board.

Concentrix to Combine with Webhelp, Creating a Diversified Global CX Leader, Well-Positioned for Growth

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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With our combined strengths, we will be uniquely positioned to redefine the industry and design, build and run the future of CX,” said Chris Caldwell.

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  • With our combined strengths, we will be uniquely positioned to redefine the industry and design, build and run the future of CX,” said Chris Caldwell.
  • Webhelp will add approximately 1,000 clients to Concentrix, including 25+ Fortune Global 500 and 200+ new economy clients.
  • The combined company will have approximately 2,000 clients, including 155 Fortune Global 500 clients and 320 new economy clients.
  • Additionally, the combination is also expected to accelerate Concentrix Catalyst’s global reach by adding Webhelp’s engineering talent in Europe and Latin America.

Webhelp Reflects on Key Year for Global Growth and Looks Towards Continued Investment in People and Technology for 2023

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022
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Webhelp also experienced very strong client growth in 2022, onboarding over 240 new logo clients across the world, and welcoming more than 25,000 game-changers to the company.

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  • Webhelp also experienced very strong client growth in 2022, onboarding over 240 new logo clients across the world, and welcoming more than 25,000 game-changers to the company.
  • In line with increased demand, Webhelp continued to bolster hybrid and remote working through its Webhelp Anywhere proposition to deliver ultimate flexibility and scalability to clients and meet evolving employee work preferences.
  • “Growth is a team sport, and every single one of our people has had a part to play in this extraordinary year for Webhelp.
  • Webhelp is currently owned by its management and Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (Euronext: GBLB), a leading global investment holding, as of November 2019.

H&M and Webhelp Finalize Acquisition of H&M’s Nuremberg Customer Service Center

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Thursday, December 1, 2022
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The responsible authorities have officially approved the transfer of fashion brand H&Ms Nuremberg customer service center to Webhelp , a leading global customer experience BPO player.

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  • The responsible authorities have officially approved the transfer of fashion brand H&Ms Nuremberg customer service center to Webhelp , a leading global customer experience BPO player.
  • Furthermore, Webhelp is committed to investing in the development and wellbeing of its customer advisors, known as 'game-changers,' around the world.
  • "For H&M the transfer of the customer service center to Webhelp is a bridge to the future of service excellence: we are building on a trusted partnership that ensures the security of our colleagues at the Nuremberg site while offering new strengths for exceptional customer service," affirms Joakim Eskilsson, Global Head of Customer Service at H&M.
  • From sales to service, content moderation to credit management, Webhelp is an end-to-end partner across all B2C and B2B customer journeys.

Webhelp Given Top Ratings in Customer Experience Globally by Everest Group

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Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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Webhelp , a leading global customer experience BPO player, announces recognition as a Major Contender in its first-ever assessment in the Americas by leading global analyst firm Everest Groups Customer Experience Management (CXM) in the Americas PEAK Matrix Assessment 2022 .

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  • Webhelp , a leading global customer experience BPO player, announces recognition as a Major Contender in its first-ever assessment in the Americas by leading global analyst firm Everest Groups Customer Experience Management (CXM) in the Americas PEAK Matrix Assessment 2022 .
  • The company was also named Major Contender & Star Performer in APACs Customer Experience Management (CXM) PEAK Matrix Assessment 2022 .
  • For the fourth year running, the group has been identified as a Leader in EMEA in Everest Groups Customer Experience Management (CXM) in EMEA PEAK Matrix Assessment 2022 .
  • We are delighted with our performance across the Everest Group CXM PEAK Matrix assessments, demonstrating our position as a global leader.

Sienna Investment Managers Announces New Venture Capital Team, Hourly.io is First Investment

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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PARIS, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sienna Investment Managers , the alternative investment platform from Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) and one of Europe's leadinginvestment companies, announced a $5 million investment through the company's newly created Sienna Venture Capital team to Hourly.io , a fast-growing workers' comp and payroll startup.

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  • PARIS, Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Sienna Investment Managers , the alternative investment platform from Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) and one of Europe's leadinginvestment companies, announced a $5 million investment through the company's newly created Sienna Venture Capital team to Hourly.io , a fast-growing workers' comp and payroll startup.
  • With offices in Luxembourg, London, Paris, Hamburg, Madrid, Amsterdam, and Seoul, Sienna IM has extensive experience in asset management.
  • Sienna Venture Capital is the subsidiary of Sienna Investment Managers dedicated to venture capital investments, founded by Isabelle Amiel-Azoulai.
  • Sienna Investment Managers / Sienna Venture Capital:

Webhelp Partners with Leading Certification Company SGS for Global Trust and Well-being Initiative

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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Webhelp, a leading global provider of customer experience and business services, has partnered with SGS, the leading certification company, for a long-term initiative to safeguard content moderator health and well-being.

Key Points: 
  • Webhelp, a leading global provider of customer experience and business services, has partnered with SGS, the leading certification company, for a long-term initiative to safeguard content moderator health and well-being.
  • Jointly developing this trust and safety label with SGS is a huge step for Webhelp.
  • Webhelp is currently owned by its management and Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (Euronext: GBLB), a leading global investment holding, as of November 2019.
  • For more on SGS Certification, visit Certification | SGS .