Finding the Perfect Fit: The Challenges of Headhunting a CEO for a Family-Owned Manufacturing Business

As a headhunter specialising in the manufacturing sector, I recently undertook the challenging task of finding a new CEO for a large family-owned British manufacturing…

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Innovative Fundraising: Katie Arber’s Insights on Navigating Economic Challenges, Technology, and Collaboration

Katie Arber, a leader at Born Free Foundation, a wildlife charity, sat down with Lisa Henry to talk about the current fundraising landscape. Her insights…

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The Surprising Numbers Behind Our Hospice Leadership Executive Search Process

Having recruited for the not-for-profit sector for 22 years, with a particular focus on health and social care charities, I have spent the last eight…

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Six Key Elements for Labour’s Industrial Strategy in June

As Labour prepares to introduce its industrial strategy in June, it’s crucial to consider the key elements that should be included to support and enhance…

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Inclusive Recruitment in Higher Education

The UK Higher Education sector is adept at responding to change. It has been navigating sequential periods of transformation for years, most recently through the…

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Navigating Fundraising in the Digital Age: Insights and Challenges with Penny Mason, Director of Income and Engagement at Devon Wildlife Trust

Lisa Henry, Principal Researcher in our Not for Profit Sector sat down with Penny Mason, a fundraising director at Devon Wildlife Trust. They discussed the…

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5 Minutes With Andy Ernest, VP of Procurement for National Grid

Today marks International Procurement Day, and I recently had the pleasure of spending time with Andy Ernest, VP of Procurement for Electricity Transmission and Strategic…

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Future Proofing Organisations with Marc Hutchinson

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Marc Hutchinson to talk through his career, his vision for the future of procurement and discussing…

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I’ve Helped Place A Significant Number Of The UK’s Hospice Senior Leaders. Here Are My 5 Key Takeaways…

Over the past two decades, I’ve had the privilege of working with a significant number of hospices in the UK. Each hospice I work with…

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Apprenticeships and the Future of Talent: Keeping the Momentum Going  

National Apprenticeship Week is a timely reminder of the role apprenticeships play in shaping the future workforce. They provide businesses with a direct talent pipeline,…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Healthcare

2024 saw continued industrial action and funding challenges and a strong focus on increasing productivity. A new government in July and Lord Darzi’s independent review…

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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead at 2025: Retail

As we entered 2024, we predicted a slow start to the year, with consumer confidence remaining fragile following the cost-of-living crisis. On a positive note, we…

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