BEIJING, April 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily: The number of German companies in Taicang, east China’s Jiangsu province reached 500 as Beumer Group settled there earlier this year.
During the past three decades, Taicang has consistently seized business opportunities with the German companies based there and created an optimal business environment for them and its successes have been recognized by the authorities in both countries.
In November 2008, Taicang was named a “Sino-German Enterprise Cooperation Base” by China’s Ministry of Commerce and by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development and remains the only city to be recognized that way by both sides.
Why can this county-level city attract numerous German companies to settle and thrive there?
The sound business environment and professional services that Taicang offers are one of the secrets to the city’s appeal. “Meticulous government services” and “unimpeded communication between the government and enterprises” are the most frequently mentioned terms by German enterprises in Taicang when they speak of the city’s business climate.
Jan Assmann, general manager of the Taicang company of Bernstein, a leading supplier of industrial safety and enclosure technology from Germany, has been living in Taicang for nearly 20 years. He told People’s Daily that the government of Taicang has provided abundant favorable policies for German enterprises and the business environment there is getting better and better.
He believes German companies flocking to Taicang has created a cluster effect. For example, automotive parts manufacturers settling in the city have attracted machine tool manufacturers, which then attracted mold manufacturers. In this way, Taicang has gradually established an industrial chain and supply chain centered around automotive parts and machine tools, Assmann said.
The German Center Taicang was set up in the city in 2016, which provides one-stop business services for nearly 50 enterprises including those from Germany.
“We were attracted by Taicang’s excellent business environment and the professional services provided by the government,” said general manager of the center Marieke Bossek.
According to Bossek, Taicang High-tech Industrial Development Zone has assigned a service specialist to every German enterprise, who the enterprises can turn to for assistance whenever they encounter difficulties or challenges.
“This efficient service has left a deep impression on me,” she said.
In recent years, German companies in Taicang have strengthened their localization strategies, which not only advanced their own development, but also helped with the standardized and massive production of local enterprises. The rapid development of local suppliers has helped German companies reduce production costs and improve supply chain efficiency.
Chiron Group, a leading manufacturer of high-speed CNC machine tools, is considered an “hidden champion” in this industry. The group set up a factory in Taicang in 2012 and later moved its China headquarters to the city, said Willi Riester, chief technology officer of Chiron Machine Tool (Taicang) Co., Ltd.
“Our machine tools require extremely high precision, and it is essential to maintain close communication with both upstream and downstream customers. Thanks to the cluster effect of the China–Germany industrial parks in Taicang, the supply chain here is stable, allowing us to conveniently and swiftly obtain high-quality components,” Riester said.
Currently, over half of the German companies in Taicang place R&D locally, and over 90 percent of the early settlers have completed capital increases and expanded production. The average output value per mu (about 667 square meters) of German companies has reached 14 million yuan ($1.93 million).
At the end of 2023, the New Energy Phase II Factory of a manufacturing base of German manufacturer of rolling element bearings Schaeffler Group was officially inaugurated.
Matthias Zink, CEO Automotive Technologies of Schaeffler Group, noted that the group has expanded its investment in Taicang 13 times, which totaled over 11 billion yuan. Taicang has become one of the group’s largest manufacturing bases globally, Zink added.
Over the past 30 years of cooperation with Germany, the local government of Taicang has paid more and more emphasis to the exchange between Chinese and German cultures, providing a comfortable, well-built, and convenient business and living environment for German companies and their employees.
For instance, Taicang has built a Rothenburg Street, where German bakeries and restaurants can be found almost everywhere.
“The cityscape of Taicang is constantly improving, and the environment has become more beautiful,” Assmann said. “When I’m free, I often take a stroll with my family along the Haiyundi Road and the Rothenburg Street.”
Taicang also hosts events such as beer festivals, marathon races, Sino-German artist salons, and Sino-German table tennis tournaments on a regular basis. It has built service facilities like a Sino-German friendship kindergarten, attracting an increasing number of Germans to settle there.
A series of policies that China released recently have signaled the country’s determination to expand high-level opening-up. It has rolled out five new measures to simplify the process for foreign nationals seeking to visit China, revised the national version of negative list for foreign investment, and lifted all restrictions on foreign investment access to manufacturing.
It also put forward 24 specific measures to further optimize the foreign investment environment and intensify efforts to attract investment, and made continuous efforts to build a market-oriented and world-class business environment governed by a sound legal framework. These efforts are welcomed by German companies in China.
A recent report released by the German Institute for Economic Research showed that direct investment from Germany to China increased by 4.3 percent in 2023, reaching a record high of 11.9 billion euros ($12.79 billion).
Another report released by the German Chamber of Commerce in China earlier this year highlighted that over 90 percent of surveyed companies plan to continue their business operations in China, with 54 percent of them intending to increase their investments in the country.
“Since settling in Taicang in 2004, OASE has seen a continuous increase in actual investment,” said Shen Ya, general manager of Oase Living Water (Taicang) Co., Ltd.
“Over the past three years, our business has grown at an average annual speed of 30 percent. In the future, the group will continue to seize opportunities in China, increase investment in China, and deepen our presence in the Chinese market,” Shen added.
“China’s commitment to expanding high-level opening-up has strong appeal to foreign-invested enterprises. As global economic recovery remains sluggish, China’s economy has shown a positive growth momentum. We hope that more German companies can seize the opportunity and continue to invest in China,” Assmann said.
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- Over half of female investors in Singapore, North America and Australia are planning to invest more in the future
- Women across different regions identified three common major obstacles to investing
JERSEY CITY, N.J., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — World’s leading investment and trading platform moomoo released the findings from its first global women investor survey, leveraging data to unveil confronting challenges and needs of women retail investors.
Findings showed that surveyed female investors are planning to invest more in the future. Female investors from Singapore, Australia and North America gave a slightly bullish rate to the overall stock market at around 5.3 out of 10 in the survey. Additionally, more than half surveyed females from Singapore and North America, and around 80% of females from Australia said they want to trade more and increase their current portfolio.
Although women’s financial confidence is on the rise over the past few years, the survey results revealed a relatively low investment confidence level for women. The findings are based on data collected from 2,288 users of moomoo and its sister brand Futubull across five major markets, including Singapore, the U.S., Canada, Australia and Hong Kong SAR.
Surveyed female investors of all markets opted for a lower mark when asked to scale the confidence level of their investment decisions from 1 to 10. North American female investors demonstrated the highest average confidence level at 5.28, but represented the biggest gender confidence gap of almost 1 point behind the average level of North American males.
In a relationship, surveyed female investors are inclined to make financial decisions together with their partners, compared to male investors. In the survey, 70.8% Australian females and 56.3% North American females said they make financial decisions together with their long-term partners, versus 41.2% and 35.5% reported by male investors from Australia and North America, respectively.
Notably, surveyed Singapore and Hong Kong female investors overall show smaller gender difference in investment confidence, compared to North American and Australian peers. 54.1% of females in Hong Kong said they make all financial decisions by themselves when they’re in a long-term relationship.
This survey pinpointed three major obstacles to investing for female investors across all five markets, including limited capital, fear of unknown risks, and limited experience and knowledge of investing. Pioneering financial and investing education, the moomoo team introduces multiple solutions to help female investors navigate their investment journey with resilience against fear. Moomoo encourages investors to grow investing skills and share experiences in its interactive online investing community, where over 20 million investors assemble and free courses covering different investment categories are provided.
“Perceived self-biases may limit women from realizing their full potential in investing. With the right support and resources, investment can become a powerful tool that can redefine a woman’s financial resilience.” Erika Chiang, CMO of Moomoo SEA said.
While the majorities of both male and female groups believed they trust self-research as the best source to seek financial advice, a certain number of surveyed female investors reported friends and families as trusted source. 34.8% Hong Kong females and 23.5% Singapore females said friends or family members are their most trusted sources of financial advice, while only 17.8% Hong Kong males and 12.5% Singapore males did so.
As ESG investing continues to gain momentum globally, a higher percentage of women acknowledged the importance of integrating ESG factors into their investment decisions. In Australia, 38.3% of female investors find ESG very important in their investment decisions, versus 24% reported by male investors. In Singapore, Hong Kong and North America, over 70% of women think ESG are very important/somewhat important factors in investment.
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About the survey
Moomoo and its sister brand Futubull conducted an in-app online survey among 2,288 users in February 2024 across five markets, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and North America (Canada and U.S.), delving into their investment behaviors and perspectives on market involvement.
This content is provided by Moomoo Technologies Inc. Moomoo is a financial information and trading app offered by Moomoo Technologies Inc. The content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not investment advice or a recommendation of any specific securities or strategies.
About moomoo
Moomoo is a leading global investment and trading platform dedicated to empowering investors with user-friendly tools, data, and insights. Our platform is designed to provide essential information and technology, enabling users to make well-informed investment decisions. With advanced charting tools, pro-level analytical features, Moomoo evolves alongside our users, fostering a dynamic community where investors can share, learn, and grow together.
Founded in the US, Moomoo operates globally, serving investors in countries such as the US, Singapore, Australia, Japan, Canada and Malaysia. As a subsidiary of a Nasdaq-listed company, we take pride in our role as a global strategic partner of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), earning numerous international accolades from renowned industry leaders such as Best Trading Technology 2021, Best Investment Research Tech 2022, and Best Active Trading App 2021 awards from Benzinga and the Best Trading Platform 2022 award from Fintech Breakthrough. Moomoo has also received multiple awards in the US, Singapore, and Australia for its cutting edge, inclusive approach to investing.
About Futubull
Futubull positions itself as the next-generation of a one-stop trading and wealth management platform that integrates real-time market data, investment transactions, up-to-date news, and trading community. Futubull is currently available on Mac, Windows, iOS, and Android, providing lightning and secured trading experience to all levels of investors worldwide. Futubull is committed in transforming the market with unparalleled one-stop trading experience which allows investors to access global investible products at their fingertips, in the meantime, to exchange investment insights and enrich investing knowledge from the robust, most fast growing community.
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“We recognize the unique challenges that government contractors encounter when it comes to cybersecurity compliance,” said Martin Lachance , Solutions Architect at Mission Compliant. “Our mission is to empower these contractors with the knowledge, resources, and support they need to safeguard sensitive data and maintain compliance with federal regulations.”
Key offerings from Mission Compliant include:
- Cybersecurity Compliance Consultancy Services: With deep expertise in federal cybersecurity regulations, Mission Compliant offers consultancy services to help contractors assess their compliance status, develop action plans, and implement necessary controls. Mission Compliant’s team of experts in compliance can help organizations become and remain compliant with DFARS, NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and ITAR.
- Training Programs: Mission Compliant provides both standardized and individualized cybersecurity training programs designed specifically for government contractors. These programs cover essential topics such as security awareness, data protection, and compliance best practices.
In an era where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated and prevalent, Mission Compliant seeks to be a trusted partner for government contractors seeking to enhance their cybersecurity posture and maintain compliance with federal requirements.
For more information about Mission Compliant and its services, visit www.missioncompliant.com.
Mission Compliant is a cybersecurity training and compliance firm dedicated to helping federal contractors achieve and maintain compliance and certification with federal regulations and requirements, such as CMMC, DFARS, NIST SP 800-171 and ITAR. Drawing on 85 years of combined cybersecurity experience, our team of instructors and consultants guide your business along the path to best practices, efficiency, and compliance.
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Leading provider of full-time private tuition, Tutors International, today announced a strategic partnership with EducAd Consulting to offer families around the world a seamless and comprehensive range of educational support services.
LONDON, Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Tutors International, a globally acclaimed bespoke private tutoring service, and EducAd Consulting, a highly respected London-based education consultancy, today announced a strategic partnership to provide families with a comprehensive range of educational support services.
This partnership unites Tutors International’s unparalleled global network of hand-selected, exceptional tutors, renowned for their bespoke private education expertise, with EducAd Consulting’s extensive experience in educational consulting. This powerful collaboration ensures seamless service and unwavering support for families, regardless of their global location.
Benefits of the Partnership:
- Holistic Approach: Families receive expert guidance throughout their child’s educational journey, from initial consultations with EducAd Consulting to personalised tutoring provided by Tutors International.
- Unmatched Expertise: EducAd’s consultants leverage their in-depth knowledge of the education landscape to recommend the most suitable schools and universities, while Tutors International’s highly qualified tutors deliver customised learning experiences tailored to each student’s individual needs.
- Global Reach: Families seeking support anywhere in the world can benefit from this partnership, with access to Tutors International’s network of tutors spanning numerous countries.
- Seamless Experience: The combined expertise of both organizations ensures a smooth transition between educational planning and personalized tutoring, eliminating unnecessary complexities for families.
Adam Caller, CEO of Tutors International, commented, “We are delighted to partner with EducAd Consulting, their expertise in educational consulting will be invaluable to our families, and together we can provide them with the support they need to help their children thrive.”
Yuliya Kosko, Director of EducAd Consulting, added, “We are excited to partner with Tutors International to offer our clients a wider range of services. This partnership will allow us to provide families with a truly holistic approach to education.”
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About Tutors International
Tutors International specialises in full-time private tuition supporting all academic stages, subjects, and international curricula. Founded in 1999 by Adam Caller, Tutors International provides ultra-high-net-worth families with a bespoke private tuition service. Tutors International recruits and employs qualified teachers with verified qualifications, impeccable employment records, and security screening clearance.
About EducAd Consulting
EducAd Consulting is a London-based education consultancy that provides families with expert advice on school placement, university admissions, and other educational matters. EducAd’s team of consultants has extensive experience in the UK education system and is passionate about helping families find the best educational options for their children.
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Beyond financial accomplishments, Capitalixe strategically broadened its presence in key markets throughout 2023, now encompassing regions such as South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, and South and Eastern Europe. This expansion positions the consultancy to deliver a more comprehensive and globally impactful service.
Lissele Pratt, Co-founder & CGO, has been instrumental in crafting the strategic direction of our company, playing a pivotal role in its substantial growth. Emphasising brand exposure, thought leadership, and active industry participation, Pratt stated, “Our journey in 2023 has been exhilarating, not just financially but also in solidifying our position as a thought leader within the fintech sector. We remain committed to excellence and innovation in the fintech arena.” Pratt’s strategic acumen extends beyond financial growth, focusing on building a team with strong values and collaborative spirit, crucial for driving the company’s success.
Capitalixe’s diversification into new services, including the introduction of new, cutting-edge financial technology, also played a pivotal role in its growth. The company experienced a 225% increase in engagement within the gambling and gaming industry and a 33% expansion in the crypto sector, showcasing its commitment to integrating the latest technological advancements. Entry into the luxury goods sector demonstrated Capitalixe’s strategic approach to exploring high-value industries, contributing significantly to revenue diversification and enhanced market adaptability.
Ivan Kovachev, Co-founder & CEO, and driving force behind Capitalixe’s technological advancements, underscored the role of innovation and technology in their growth. He said, “Innovation has been the cornerstone of our growth strategy. By utilising emerging technologies and fostering a culture of continuous learning, we’ve pushed the boundaries in fintech,” he explained. “Our plans to enter into emerging technologies will solidify our position as industry pioneers, ensuring Capitalixe remains a trusted partner for clients seeking cutting-edge solutions in financial services.”
The company eagerly anticipates sustained growth and adaptation in the dynamic financial technology landscape.
About Capitalixe
Capitalixe is a global fintech consultancy connected to a number of leading financial institutions and international payment providers, delivering the latest payments and banking solutions to corporate clients worldwide.
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — PATLive, a leading provider of professional answering services for small businesses, is excited to announce an integration with Jobber, an award-winning operations management software for home service businesses. With this new service integration, PATLive and Jobber work together seamlessly, combining PATLive’s 24/7 answering service with Jobber’s all-in-one operations platform.
Home service businesses can now manage their PATLive leads and business tasks all in one place, reducing administrative work and saving time. Plus, PATLive’s skillful handling of calls and web chats fits perfectly with Jobber’s robust features like scheduling and client manager. The combination of PATLive and Jobber ensures a smooth and professional customer experience, less work for busy home service professionals, and peace of mind knowing no call goes unanswered. To learn more about how PATLive works with Jobber, see this article from PATLive.
Jackie Gonzalez, CEO of PATLive, shared her enthusiasm for the partnership and its early success, stating, “As a company, we’re always looking for ways to make running and growing a business easier for our customers. We’ve already received great feedback from our early users about how the new integration is saving them hours of administrative time each month. Stay tuned for our next version of the integration – currently in the works – which will bring even further benefits to our mutual customers. “
PATLive is also proud to sponsor the upcoming Jobber Summit (March 6, 2024), a free online event aimed at helping home service professionals connect with their community and get expert advice. Jobber Summit will cover topics such as growing your business, improving the customer experience, and the latest home service trends. The event offers two participation options to accommodate busy schedules — a morning session from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM ET and an evening session from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM ET. Attendees can hear from speakers including #1 New York Times Bestselling author James Clear and the host of ‘This Old House’ Kevin O’Connor. For more details about Jobber Summit and to register, visit jobber.com/summit.
About PATLive:
Since 1990, PATLive has been a leader in virtual receptionist services, providing 24/7/365 phone answering and web chat support for a fraction of the cost of hiring an in-house receptionist. The company’s team of highly trained US-based agents ensures businesses always make a great impression on customers and never miss a call. In 2023, Forbes named PATLive among the “Best Virtual Receptionist Services”, Business.com called it the “Best for Small Business”, and the company was recently featured in US News, highlighting their commitment to excellence in customer service.
About Jobber:
Jobber is an award-winning operations management platform for small home service businesses. Unlike spreadsheets or pen and paper, Jobber keeps track of everything in one place and automates day-to-day operations, so small businesses can run smoothly and provide five-star service at scale. Jobber is used by more than 200,000 home service professionals to serve over 27 million properties in more than 60 countries. The company continually ranks as one of Canada’s fastest-growing and most innovative companies by Canadian Business and Macleans, The Globe and Mail, Fast Company, and Deloitte. For more information visit: https://jobber.com/.
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New leadership addresses the growing need for Finance, Accounting and HR Consulting, Advisory and Interim Management Talent solutions in the Middle Market
MINNEAPOLIS, Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Positioning a company for growth requires strong Finance and Human Resources capabilities, yet one-third of middle market executives say it’s either “very challenging” or “extremely challenging” to find Finance, Accounting and HR professionals with the right experience and skills, according to a recent survey (RSM, 2022). To capitalize on strong market demand, Growth Operators, a leading middle market Finance, Accounting and HR consultancy, is announcing the following executive appointments to expand the firm’s differentiated suite of business transformation services and build on its long-standing reputation for transforming Finance, Accounting and HR into functions that empower companies and private equity sponsors to achieve maximum growth and value.
The company announced today that veteran Growth Operators executive Molly Hiller has been promoted to the role of President. The company has also added two seasoned outside executives to its leadership ranks; Ron Hornbaker joined the company in the newly created role of Chief Revenue Officer, and Stephanie Laitala-Rupp has joined the company as its new Chief Operating Officer.
Ms. Hiller most recently served as Growth Operators’ Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer. As President, Hiller will assume responsibility for all company operations and will report to the firm’s Founder and Chief Executive Officer Rick Nordvold. She will also continue to serve as the firm’s CFO. Hiller led the development of Growth Operators’ nextLevel® value creation tool, which is used by the firm’s consultants, (called Growth Pros), to instill best practices into clients’ finance, accounting, and HR processes. The firm will be launching a cloud-based software version of the tool in 2024. Hiller also spearheaded the creation of Growth Operators INDiGO™ platform which facilitates training and career development for the firm’s 65 employees.
“Molly joined me at Growth Operators in 2012 as our first employee,” said Nordvold. “She set our standard for excellent client service from the very beginning, and, over the years, has led countless initiatives that have driven us to where we are today. The standards and tools she has developed differentiate us and facilitates consistency and excellence in our service to our clients. Molly is an exceptional leader and innovator who has evolved into a paragon of leadership and strategic thinking in our industry.”
“I was all in with Rick’s vision for Growth Operators from the beginning,” said Hiller. “I’m proud to say that our Growth Pros not only executed on our original vision, but they surfaced opportunities to serve clients that we didn’t even envision back then. We have 65 of the most talented and committed people I’ve ever worked with, and it’s an honor to lead them into this exciting new chapter for Growth Operators.”
“Our team grew our business to record levels in 2023. It was the fourth year in a row that we grew by more than thirty percent,” said Nordvold. “This rapid growth naturally made our business more complex, so we bolstered our leadership ranks to add the depth and experience needed to continue this momentum and satisfy the increasing market demand for our services.”
Last fall, Growth Operators hired Ron Hornbaker as Chief Revenue officer to lead the company’s sales, marketing, and business development efforts. A seasoned executive with an impressive record of leading growing companies including Rockler Companies, Golf Town, Golf Galaxy, and Sleep Number, he was attracted to Growth Operators team approach, executive and growth potential. Ron will lead the expansion of Growth Operators’ client base and private equity partnerships.
Growth Operators also added industry veteran Stephanie Laitala-Rupp to its executive team in 2023 as its Chief Operating Officer to lead the firm’s client-facing efforts. Laitala-Rupp brings an impressive record and deep executive expertise as past President of Commonwealth Companies, Founder and CEO of Owl Bookkeeping and CFO Services. Stephanie has emerged as a trusted partner for clients seeking battle-tested and scalable approaches tailored to each client’s specific requirements propelling Growth Operators’ transformative services.
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SINGAPORE, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — OKX Ventures, the investment arm of leading crypto exchange and Web3 technology company OKX, today announced its seed round investment in B² Network, the first EVM-compatible rollup based on zero-knowledge (ZK) proof verification commitment on Bitcoin and the first data availability (DA) layer for Bitcoin rollups.
B² Network is a Bitcoin Layer 2 network that utilizes ZK rollup and an on-chain logical gate commitment verification mechanism. Its goal is to address the scalability challenges of Bitcoin while maintaining its core principles of decentralization, trustless operations and a transparent ledger. The network is EVM-compatible, developer-friendly, and supports users with both Bitcoin and Ethereum account addresses, intending to broaden the utility and influence of Bitcoin and its emerging derivative assets in the Web3 space. Additionally, it provides a DA layer for other Bitcoin rollups, accelerating the expansion of the BTC ecosystem.
OKX Ventures Founder Dora Yue said: “We are honored to invest in B² Network. The Bitcoin ecosystem has seen tremendous growth over the past year. However, its diversity of applications has been restricted by its Turing incompleteness, transaction costs and network congestion. On the other hand, B² Network being EVM-compatible, addresses Bitcoin‘s scalability issue while diversifying the Bitcoin ecosystem. It allows interoperability between Ethereum and Bitcoin for on-chain application development. This addresses the challenges and needs of the Bitcoin network, fostering the future development of its ecosystem.”
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OKX Ventures is the investment arm of global leading crypto exchange and Web3 technology company OKX, with an initial capital commitment of USD100 million. It focuses on exploring the best blockchain projects on a global scale, supporting cutting-edge blockchain technology innovation, promoting the healthy development of the global blockchain industry, and investing in long-term structural value.
Through its commitment to supporting entrepreneurs who contribute to the development of the blockchain industry, OKX Ventures helps build innovative companies and brings global resources and historical experience to blockchain projects.
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LONDON, BOSTON, and MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Momentum ITSMA today announced the appointments of a new global Head of Research, Brad Bortner, to lead its research practices, and UK-based Chief Financial Officer, Dianne Buchanan.
To support its global client base, the strategic addition of Bortner and Buchanan reaffirms Momentum ITSMA’s commitment to providing unmatched expertise and delivering exceptional value to its clients worldwide.
As the business landscape rapidly evolves and demands for solutions to grow strategic clients increase, Momentum ITSMA recognizes the critical importance of bolstering its leadership team with seasoned executives. These appointments mark a significant step forward in further enhancing its capabilities, offering clients unparalleled insights, and fortifying its position as a market leader in Account-Based Marketing and strategic client consulting.
With over 25 years of experience in custom research, Brad Bortner brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Head of Research. Having previously held high-impact research positions at Forrester Research, Iron Mountain, Cengage, and Verizon, Bortner has extensive knowledge in market research, benchmarking, and developing growth strategies.
Using market insights and a data-driven approach, Bortner will spearhead the development of new research services, empowering clients to make informed decisions and outpace competitors in the dynamic global marketplace.
“I am excited to lead the research team at Momentum ITSMA. Our commitment to leveraging data-driven insights to help clients succeed in highly competitive markets will enable us to continue to provide unparalleled market intelligence, empowering them to make informed decisions and achieve sustainable growth,” said Bortner.
Alongside Bortner, Momentum ITSMA has appointed Dianne Buchanan as Chief Financial Officer. Buchanan has an impressive track record of financial planning, risk management, and strategic decision-making. With over 28 years of experience, Buchanan has held key roles at Coca-Cola HBC, J Sainsbury plc, and WPP plc. Her international business perspective and successful CFO experience in private equity-backed businesses further reinforce her ability to lead Momentum ITSMA towards continued success.
“I am thrilled to take on the role of CFO and contribute to Momentum ITSMA’s continued success,” Buchanan says. “By implementing robust financial strategies and fostering a culture of financial discipline, we’re poised to strengthen our position as a trusted global growth consultancy, delivering tangible value to our clients.”
“These new appointments represent a significant milestone for Momentum ITSMA,” said Alisha Lyndon, CEO. “With our expanded leadership team, we’re better equipped than ever to meet the diverse needs of our clients worldwide. Together, we’ll continue to drive innovation, deliver transformative solutions, and strengthen our position as a global growth consultancy leader.”
Momentum ITSMA enables ambitious companies to achieve market-beating performance by winning, growing, and retaining the most valuable client relationships. Its research, consulting, and learning services help analyze the needs of clients, build go-to-market teams, and optimize strategic accounts to gain greater market share. Learn more about Momentum ITSMA at momentumitsma.com
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