East Mids movers and shakers: Alphageek, Medilink Midlands, Pick Everard, ConSpare, Intercede, Ultra Events, Loughboroug
Octavian Security: Nottinghamshire-based security protection firm Octavian Security UK has made a quartet of senior appointments (pictured above). Kiran Ghuman has been named as the new managing director while Anoop Dhaliwal joins as director of business development. Hannah Foody joins as business development manager, coming from a legal background, most recently a private client advisor at Taylor Rose in Birmingham, while Bilal Ahmed joins as finance director. Bilal joined Octavian after completing a fixed term contract at the Arts Council England as senior officer, financial and risk analysis. Ultra Events: Castle Donington mum-of-one Rebecca Barton has joined Ultra Events as an event organiser. Derby-based Ultra Events organises fundraising challenges such as ballroom dancing, boxing matches, stand up comedy and overseas adventures for worthy causes. Rebecca, who is 33, challenged herself to Ultra Ballroom back in April this year, raising money for Cancer Research, after finding out she carried the BRCA1 breast cancer gene. She will undergo a double mastectomy and reconstruction surgery. Now, she has been recruited to mentor competitors, motivate them to achieve their personal goals and their fundraising aspirations. She said: “Cancer Research is really special to me. When I first took up the challenge, I had an amazing experience and after 8-weeks of training, I was in the best shape of my life. “To have the opportunity to help other people complete the experience is amazing.” Alphageek: Derby digital marketing agency Alphageek has made three key appointments to its expanding team. Jessie Mae Lambert has been hired as internal marketing manager at Alphageek Digital, based in Century House, Friar Gate, after working as a content marketing lead for Driving Test Success, in Rugeley. The former Allestree Woodlands School pupil is joined by paid social executive Kate Pham, who recently graduated with a master's in digital marketing from Nottingham Trent University. Katie Dillingham has been appointed organic social media executive, after completing an apprenticeship with Althaus Digital. Alphageek, which currently employs 23 members of staff, offers a whole range of digital marketing including paid online advertising, SEO, pay-per-click campaigns, web design and development, content creation and brand amplification services. It has recruited 10 new team members so far this year and is advertising further positions, including a PPC manager and a paid social executive. Medilink Midlands: Christian Kumar, the chief executive of Medtech Makers Lab, has been appointed entrepreneur in residence for Nottingham-based Medilink Midlands. Christian has extensive experience in corporate finance, investment banking and wealth management, gained over three decades involved in driving strategic growth for various enterprises. Medilink Midlands is the industry association for life science businesses in the Midlands, and Medtech Makers Lab works with governments, foundations, accelerators and academia to scale global technology. It is based in Towcester, Northamptonshire. Christian said: “The Entrepreneur in Residence programme is designed to facilitate innovation, providing support and a tactical roadmap for innovators in the Midlands. “I’m delighted to be engaging with Medilink Midlands and only too pleased to be able to put my knowledge and experience to excellent use.” Pick Everard: Pick Everard has appointed a new director of civil engineering. Max Thurgood brings with him 31 years of experience in civil engineering construction, including in rail, stadia, education, healthcare and housing. That has included time in Abu Dhabi, where he worked as a contract manager on the Yacht Club and Harbour Masters Office, part of the Yas Marina Racing circuit. An Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE) fellowship member, Max’s responsibilities will be to lead and develop the civil engineering team, growing it nationally. Max’s career has also seen him deliver several schemes and charitable pro bono engagements in Myanmar, supporting UN endeavours that help elevate social standing and value in the region. As well as supporting recruitment in his new role, he will also be working alongside key partners – developing effective business strategy and enhancing day-to-day operations. ConSpare: James Bullock has been made chief executive of ConSpare, after 28 years as the managing director of Sutton-in-Ashfield-based concrete batching plant equipment and spare parts supplier. In his new role Mr Bullock, who has been with the business for 40 years, will help reorganise and streamline the business while planning future growth. Mr Bullock said: “I have been proud to serve as the managing director of ConSpare for almost three decades, and to have taken on the mantle of the family business from my father alongside my brother David. “The business has grown substantially recently, and we’ve adopted a much greater focus on sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint of the concrete industry. “Having more than 40 years of experience in the industry means that I’m in a strong position to help affect change, and I’m relishing the opportunity to tackle a slightly different challenge over the coming years.” Loughborough University: A Loughborough alumnus, who now works as a director for a leading construction business, has returned to the university as a visiting professor. Peter Jones, the technical and operational efficiency director at Skanska, has been awarded the honorary appointment in construction operation excellence within the university’s School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering. The role, which is for an initial three-year period, will help ensure the university’s research and teaching programmes are relevant to the current needs of industry. Dr Jones has worked at Skanska for almost two decades – starting off as design director in 2005 before taking up roles including technical director and head of design management. He has also held roles within the Department of Trade and Industry and HMRC. Gateley Legal: Gateley Legal has grown its Nottingham construction team to nine legal professionals servicing the East Midlands region following four new appointments. Della Copley joins as a senior associate, having spent five years at Geldards LLP. She has a strong construction background, specialising in contentious matters including dispute resolution methods such as litigation, adjudication and arbitration. Catherine Everington completed her training at Gateley Legal and spent a year with the construction team before joining Shakespeare Martineau for 18 months. She re-joins the Nottingham team as a solicitor and will work closely alongside legal director Charles Jakeman to support clients with the Government’s developer remediation contract, as well as core development matters. Miriam Forman and Davis Barwell join as trainee solicitors and will support the team with contentious matters for housebuilder, developer, contractor and subcontractor clients, as well as managing construction documentation for major projects. The four new appointments join partner Piet van Gelder, legal director Charles Jakeman, solicitors Jaclyn Nelson and Ryan Ball and paralegal Beth Eady. Aon: Professional services firm Aon has strengthened the team in its Leicester office with nine promotions and appointments. Leading the promotions is Paul Winrow, who has been promoted to head of office. Paul has a career spanning 22 years, most recently as client management director. Daryl Burgess, who has 25 years’ industry experience, has been promoted to client director and will manage the insurance programmes for clients across the private and public sector, including those with a global presence. Katie Millward has been promoted to client service manager and Victoria Brett to client service specialist. In addition, there have been five appointments. Laura Jennings joins as business development manager, Gunjan Pancholi as broking manager, Mathew Undenge as client manager, Adam Waterstreet as claims management executive, and Lynton Hinds as client service adviser. Aon works with Leicestershire-based clients from SMEs to large corporates, providing commercial risk, health, reinsurance and wealth support. trentbarton: East Midlands bus company trentbarton has welcomed Amber Fairweather as its new marketing and communications assistant. Amber has joined from an account manager role at the news publisher National World. Prior to that she was a wholesale and corporate business development team leader at the Derbyshire artisan doughnut bakery Project D. She will work alongside Scarlet McCourt, who earlier this year was promoted to be trentbarton’s marketing and communications manager. Amber, who lives in Long Eaton, said: “As a public transport rider myself I am proud to be part of the really good bus company.” Ideagen: Nottingham-based global software company Ideagen has appointed John Molamphy as its new chief technology and product officer. John will be responsible for driving Ideagen's product innovation strategy including exploring future opportunities for AI and other emerging tech. With over two decades of experience in the technology industry, John has held CTO, COO, VP product & engineering and other senior roles at prominent companies such as Verizon Connect, Fleetmatics, Dell and Office Depot. Ideagen CEO Ben Dorks added: "John is a highly experienced and respected leader in the technology industry, and I am delighted to welcome him to Ideagen.” Roythornes Solicitors: Top 150 law firm Roythornes Solicitors has welcomed three experienced professionals to its offices in Nottingham and Birmingham. In Nottingham, Craig-Staten Spencer takes on the role of principal lead for tax and trust administration, alongside senior associate Chris Chan who has returned to private practice to continue to specialise in property litigation following a stint working in-house. On the other side of the Midlands, Claire Langford arrives in Roythornes’ Birmingham office as head of residential conveyancing, where she aims to grow a team driven by providing a high-quality personal service. Hallam: Full-service digital agency Hallam has expanded its paid media team with a mix of new hires and internal promotions. Simran Harichand and Amani Majed have been promoted to senior paid media consultant roles and Maria Paschalidou has been hired by the firm. This year Hallam was named “best integrated search agency” at both the European Search Awards in May 2023 and the Global Search Awards in July, closely followed by a win at the European Paid Media Awards this September. Jack added: “It’s been a really exciting year for our team – it’s a testament to their hard work to ensure our clients are getting the best from their budget. “The award wins, promotions and team expansion are a perfect reflection of the efforts put into each and every campaign we deliver.” Intercede: Lutterworth-based digital identity, credential management and secure mobility specialist Intercede has appointed Daniel O'Brien to its board as a non-executive director. Mr O'Brien brings more than 30 years' experience in financial roles across successful listed, PE backed and privately owned international organisations. He studied at the Cambridge prior to qualifying as a chartered accountant at Deloitte in 1991 where he spent eight years working in audit assurance.
Businesses sign up to Burton YMCA charity sleepout
Local businesses have signed up to sponsor and take part in Burton YMCA’s annual sleepout on November 10. Companies taking part this year include Ginho Group, Cosy Direct, Else Solicitors, Trent & Dove Housing, Hardy Signs and Fishers Solicitors. More than 100 people have signed up to the event, which takes place overnight at Burton Albion Football Club and St Modwen’s graveyard. Funds raised this year will be particularly critical as the cost of living continues to hit hard, meaning the charity is experiencing increased demand across all of its services as people struggle to cope. A spokeswoman said: “Businesses taking part in the sleepout will experience a little of what it’s like to be homeless and how vulnerable people live day-to-day, whilst raising money to support the charity’s work in the local community, including homeless outreach facilities, housing, foodbank and mediation in the East Staffordshire Borough area. “Now in its 15 th year, the Sleepout has raised over £400,000 to support its services over the years.” YMCA Burton fundraising and partnerships manager Paula Senior said: “It’s very heartening that several businesses have signed up to the sleepout this year and encouraging their employees to participate. “There is still time to sign up to the sleepout so please do – we are hoping we can reach a sell out year if we can. “I’d like to thank all the businesses who have signed up whether they are first timers are long-standing supporters, we are grateful for all the support. “If you cannot take part but still want to be involved, then you have the option of sponsoring a box! “For £100 you will get mentions on our social media channels and have a dedicated box which will be used by a participant on the night.” Charlotte Osbourne, marketing coordinator at Else Solicitors is on her third sleepout. She said: “This will be my third sleepout and my second one at the church. “I always take part with a good friend and this year I am looking forward to Georgina from the Else team joining us for her first sleepout experience. “The work that YMCA Burton do is so important and I hope by taking part in the sleepout again, I can not only fundraise, but also help to raise awareness and highlight the brilliant work and support that the charity provides within our community. Cosy Direct has signed up a team of eight people who will be taking part for the first time. Laila Riggott, head of people and culture at Cosy, said: “We’re really excited to be supporting Burton’s YMCA sleep out this November. “It will be our first year sleeping out at the Pirelli Stadium and our strong team of ladies from Cosy and Derby Kids Camp (men most welcome, too) will be joining in solidarity to raise awareness and foster empathy and understanding for those experiencing homelessness. “It’s a great opportunity to come together as a community, learn from each other, and work towards creating a better, more supportive environment for everyone.” Shaun Gray, European managing director of Ginho said: “Ginho are proud to be supporting the YMCA sleepout again this year, it’s a fantastic fundraiser but also gives us a snapshot of the harsh reality that others less fortunate within our town endure on a nightly basis.” Hardy Signs has been supporting the Sleepout for a number of years and this year marketing executive Blu Hardy is sleeping out in the graveyard for her first Sleepout. Blu said: “Sleeping outside during the cold of November sounds horrendous, but unfortunately, it’s a reality for many people. By experiencing even a fraction of the challenges many face, “I hope to raise awareness for the homeless community and bring attention to the YMCA's crucial work.”
HS2 should not prioritise re-negotiating contracts, says construction boss
The chief executive of a construction company involved in the Old Oak Common station project has suggested that HS2 should concentrate on delivery rather than renegotiating its contracts. This comes after a damning report from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) last month deemed HS2 Ltd's contracts as "unacceptable to the public purse" and stressed the "imperative" need for the project to deliver on promises to renegotiate them, as reported by City AM. Despite this, MPs have expressed doubts about whether contractors are sufficiently motivated to implement changes that would result in "significant cost savings." When questioned about the potential restructuring of contracts, Balfour Beatty's outgoing leader Leo Quinn told City AM: "No, not really, the contracts for the time they were written were appropriate." Quinn pointed out the impracticality of expecting any UK contractor to have the financial capacity to undertake such a massive project, stating, "There's no contractor in the UK that could actually have a balance sheet to deliver something of that size, so it has to go back to the Exchequer." He further commented on the positive aspect of the nation's ability to shoulder such financial responsibility: "Isn't it good news in a way that the balance sheet as a country is able to carry that, because if you had actually put that liability down to all of your contractors, and the cost had overrun the way it's overrun, you wouldn't have a construction industry in the UK." Quinn's remarks seem to cast doubt on HS2's assertions that it can secure more advantageous terms with its contractors, which is a key element of its strategy to control escalating expenses and get the project back on track. Balfour Beatty, in a joint venture with engineering consultant Systra, is at the helm of constructing HS2's Old Oak Common station and also boasts a significant civil engineering contract for the project's Area North section. HS2 executives had previously reassured the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) that "all major contractors" were open to discussions about renegotiating contracts. However, Balfour Beatty's chief executive Leo Quinn, in an interview with City AM, expressed a different stance: "If someone wants to renegotiate the contract, that's the wrong priority." He emphasised the importance of timely completion, stating, "The priority is how do you get the project completed as soon as possible and motivate the contractors you've got to finish early." When approached for a statement, HS2 chose not to comment. Despite the challenges faced by the high-speed rail project, Quinn, who is set to retire this September after nearly ten years at the helm, remains optimistic about its prospects. He highlighted the collaborative efforts with HS2's team, led by Mark Wild, to ensure successful and punctual delivery: "We're working very, very closely with Mark Wild and the team to have a successful delivery. And we'll work flexibly with the client to make sure it gets finished and on time." Quinn also shared his enthusiasm for the project's impact, predicting that visitors will be astounded: "When you come and see [HS2] your jaw will drop in terms of how awe-inspiring it is," he remarked. He views HS2 as a government investment that will develop skills and capabilities benefiting the UK for a century. Addressing broader issues within the UK's infrastructure sector, Quinn reflected on the transformation since his early days at Balfour Beatty, describing the current state compared to the past as "night and day." The Labour government has prioritised the rapid progression of major infrastructure projects as a key strategy to stimulate the UK economy. Earlier this week, ministers introduced comprehensive reforms aimed at accelerating the approval process for planning proposals, as part of the Planning and Infrastructure Bill.
Savills reports significant profit growth but shares decline amid investment management struggles
Savills has reported a significant increase in profits, despite its investment management arm experiencing a decline due to high interest rates. In its latest financial results, the FTSE 250-listed company announced a 7% rise in revenue to £2.4bn for the year ended December 31, up from £2.24bn in 2023, as reported by City AM. Underlying profit before tax surged by 38% to £130.4m, while reported profit before tax jumped 59% to £88.3m. Underlying basic earnings per share also saw a 31% increase to 66.2p. However, Savills' investment management arm saw an 11% drop in revenue, which the company attributed to valuation adjustments during the year, stating that "the raising and deployment of capital inevitably more challenging during a period of interest rate and price volatility." Despite the positive financial results, Savills' share price plummeted by over 5% this morning, continuing a month-long decline. The share price has fallen by more than 15% since mid-February. Analysts at Peel Hunt remain optimistic about Savills' prospects, stating that the company "remains a quality business" and is "poised for a healthy recovery as commercial transition activity returns to normal." They maintained their target price of 1,100p and 'Add' rating, saying "We continue to like the business model and believe it remains an attractive investment," Mark Ridley, Chief Executive of Savills, commented: "Savills improved performance in 2024 reflects the robust earnings provided by our less transactional businesses together with the effect of our inherent operating leverage in the early recovery of transactional markets." "Most markets were in recovery as we entered 2025 and, whilst uncertainty continues, there remains the expectation of reductions in the cost of capital during the year."
East Mids movers and shakers: Alphageek, Medilink Midlands, Pick Everard, ConSpare, Intercede, Ultra Events, Loughboroug
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Aptamer Group doubles half-year revenue as firm sees 'strong and sustainable' commercial momentum
Directors at Yorkshire life sciences company Aptamer Group said the business is now starting to deliver “strong and sustainable commercial momentum” in its half year results. The York group, launched on AIM four years ago to capitalise on the potential of its optimer binder technology, has issued interim results for the last six months of 2024 showing revenues more than doubled from £300,000 to £700,000, while it also narrowed its operating loss from £1.87m to £1.18m. During the period it carried out a successful fundraising of £2.6m, and it also completed a further reduction of its fixed cost base to around £3m a year. It also highlighted a strong sales pipeline valued at £5.1m, with £3.2m of that sum in advanced negotiations, on the back of it signing new contracts with global pharma firms, including the likes of Unilever. At the period end, Aptamer had cash reserves of £2m, up from £1.8m, which it said it supporting the group’s ability to execute its strategic plans. Highlights included the extension of its contract with Unilever to enable testing of deodorant optimers in on-person trials, and it also struck an agreement with AstraZeneca in July. Meanwhile, working with Neuro-Bio, Aptamer has developed optimer binders to a novel Alzheimer’s disease biomarker, to enable a diagnostic test for early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. Dr Arron Tolley, CEO of Aptamer Group, said: “I am pleased to report significant milestones across each of the Group’s asset development programmes. This includes the initiation of human skin trials with Unilever for our optimer deodorant additives. We have also validated our binders for Alzheimer’s disease diagnostics with clinical samples with solid results. "The Group’s internal focus on drug delivery is moving forward at pace with success in lab-based tests for our fibrotic liver delivery vehicle with AstraZeneca and other internal validation work using the same delivery vehicle, such as reversal of fibrosis markers using a different siRNA. These advancements reinforce the power of Aptamer’s platform and the Group’s ability to deliver commercially valuable molecules across a range of different areas. “Our fee-for-service pipeline has delivered success across multiple customer projects, creating additional valuable assets within the enzyme modulating reagent sector, where licensing discussions are currently under way. Furthermore, a second validated therapeutic delivery vehicle is now in the final stage of commercial development. "These assets will add to Aptamer’s current portfolio, supporting downstream revenues and further demonstrating the strength of the group’s discovery platforms. We are focusing on the commercial exploitation of numerous assets from a licensing perspective, which exemplifies the potential value of the group’s platform and its progression towards generating passive income streams.
Pound sterling drops as US inflation accelerates unexpectedly, Fed rate cuts in question
The pound sterling took a hit on Wednesday afternoon following the release of new data indicating an unexpected rapid acceleration in inflation within the world's largest economy. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported US inflation reached 3.0 per cent in January, a climb from 2.9 per cent, surpassing economists' forecasts, as reported by City AM. The data revealed a 0.5 per cent price rise in January, the most substantial monthly increase since August 2023. Moreover, core inflation, which omits volatile items like food and energy, ascended to 3.3 per cent from 3.2 per cent the previous month, again outstripping expectations. "Indexes that increased over the month include motor vehicle insurance, recreation, used cars and trucks, medical care, communication, and airline fares," commented the Bureau. These figures stand as a significant worry for the Federal Reserve, considering their ongoing alarm concerning the enduring nature of inflationary pressures. In a recent address to Congress, Fed chair Jerome Powell remarked there was no "need to be in a hurry" to trim rates, even after last year's cut of the federal funds rate by 100 basis points. Market analysts now foresee only a single rate cut this year, likely to occur in December. Post-release of these statistics, the dollar saw strength against the pound, with sterling dropping 0.5 per cent to $1.238. Typically, higher US interest rates bolster the dollar, as traders can secure higher returns on investments. Concerns are mounting among analysts that President Trump's fondness for tariffs could lead to increased inflation in the months ahead, potentially prompting the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates once more. "What makes today’s rise in CPI inflation data so precarious is that many believe this is just the beginning, as tariffs could push inflation even higher," commented Jochen Stanzl, chief market analyst at CMC Markets. Trump has already implemented tariffs on imports from China and introduced a new 25% tax on steel and aluminium imports. Further measures targeting the EU are anticipated to be unveiled later this week.
Legal & General shares soar as UK insurer sells US life business for £1.8bn
Shares in Legal & General (L&G) surged following the announcement of its US insurance business's sale to Japanese company Meiji Yasuda for £1.8bn. As a result of the transaction, Meiji Yasuda will acquire L&G’s US protection business and hold a 20% economic interest in its pension risk transfer (PRT) business, as reported by City AM. The FTSE 100 firm will retain 80% of existing and new PRT through reinsurance arrangements, with PRT involving the purchase of pension liabilities from corporate pension schemes. L&G stated that the £1.8bn valuation offers a "compelling multiple" to projected 2024 earnings. The protection business is forecasted to yield operating profits of approximately $90m in 2024, while its expected net assets are around $850m. Of the proceeds, £400m will be reinvested in the PRT business, while £1bn will be returned to shareholders. "This would be incremental to the group’s existing distribution policy. L&G therefore expects to return the equivalent of c. 40 per cent of its market cap to shareholders over 2025-2027 through a combination of dividends and buybacks," it said. The remaining £400m will be redeployed in accordance with the strategy announced last summer. The deal is anticipated to be finalised towards the end of 2025. Shares in the firm rose by over eight per cent in early trade. "This is a transformational deal by the new CEO Antonio Simoes," commented Abid Hussain, an analyst at Panmure Liberum. Meiji Yasuda is poised to take a stake of about five per cent in L&G, with plans for the two companies to join forces on Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) and global private assets. "This strategic partnership brings together two highly complementary global businesses, with a shared ambition for growth, and will enable us to capitalise on the large market opportunities in US PRT while driving scale and profitability in global asset management," commented CEO Simões. The new leader at L&G, Simões, who succeeded long-time chief Nigel Wilson in January last year, is steering the firm towards a more focused business strategy.
Ant Middleton banned after he and wife fail to pay £1m tax bill
Former SAS: Who Dares Wins chief instructor Ant Middleton has been prohibited from serving as a company director after his business failed to pay over £1m in tax. Middleton, along with his wife Emilie Middleton, was the director of Sway and Starting Limited, a company offering media representation services and managing income from his television and media work, as reported by City AM. However, according to the Insolvency Service, both Middletons failed to ensure the company paid more than £300,000 in VAT and over £800,000 in corporation tax to HMRC between 2019 and 2022. This was despite the company receiving more than £4.5m into its accounts from 2020 to 2022. The Insolvency Service also revealed that the couple had withdrawn nearly £3m from the company as a director's loan account by the time the company went into liquidation in December 2022. Ant Middleton later agreed to repay £300,000 of the director's loan as a full and final settlement with the liquidator. The Middletons, both aged 44 and residing in Chelmsford, Essex, have been disqualified as company directors for four years. Dave Magrath, director of investigation and enforcement services at the Insolvency Service, commented: "Companies not paying the tax they should deprives the government of the money it needs to pay for the country's defence services, our NHS, schools and universities, and transport systems. Ant and Emilie Middleton had legal and financial duties as directors to ensure their company paid the corporation tax and VAT it owed. Instead, they were taking millions of pounds out of the company at that time. This disqualification should serve as a deterrent to other directors that if you do not pay your taxes while directing money elsewhere, you are at risk of being banned." Ant Middleton established Sway and Starting in September 2014, with his wife joining as a director in May 2019. The firm, previously known as Middleton Global Limited, failed to pay any of the £869,351 in corporation tax it owed between September 2019 and March 2021, according to the Insolvency Service. The service also revealed that Sway and Starting only paid £267,443 in VAT out of a total of £651,961 it owed between March 2020 and September 2022, leaving £384,518 unpaid. Insolvency Service analysis of the company's bank accounts showed that £4,592,200 was deposited into the firm between April 2020 and November 2022. By the time of the company's liquidation, the pair also owed Sway and Starting at least £2,961,745 through their director's loan account, the Insolvency Service reported.
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