Lessons and pathways for aspiring CEOs
Odgers Interim welcomed Joanne Roney, Chief Executive, Birmingham City Council as guest speaker at our recent ‘Aspiring CEOs’ webinar.
Joanne's career started as a 16-year-old apprentice at Birmingham City Council. She gained...
Returning to work after maternity leave – advice for employers and working parents
My Return to Work from Maternity Leave
I am now a couple of weeks in to my return to work following my maternity leave and wanted to share my journey and insights to help other working parents and employers.
The return to work...
The UK Interim Market Remains Stable Amid Turbulence
In volatile times, interim executives can present an attractive solution. Adam Gates, Partner, Insurance, explains why demand is holding up across the Financial Services sector.
Despite continued global economic uncertainty and...
Retail supply chains: flexibility 2.0
Amid rising costs and economic uncertainty, retailers need nimble supply chains fit for a new era of disruption. By Daniel Wood and Zoe Wakeham, Consultants, Consumer and Retail Practice.
Donald Trump is famously partial to a...
The growing interplay between football and fashion
The rising trend of football clubs collaborating with high-end fashion brands can greatly benefit both the retail & consumer and sports industries, as Daniel Wood and Bambos Eracleous discuss.
Football and fashion are...
International Women's Month: Celebrating Women in Local Government and Beyond
International Women's month is an opportune moment to celebrate the incredible contributions of women in local government. Across the United Kingdom, from council chambers to executive offices, female leaders are appointed into...
Building the Future: New Homes are Key to Economic Stability
Cross-sector talent is vital for effective housing delivery, considers Jes Ladva, Managing Partner - Government, Finance and Technology.
There has been a great deal in the recent press and media surrounding the Government’s Plan...
Financial Services in 2025 and Beyond: Exploring the Legal, Political, and Regulatory Landscape
The financial services sector is poised for significant transformation as we move further into 2025. We recently hosted a lunch that featured insights from Tracey Groves, Head of Sustainable Business and ESG Advisory Practice, and...
Thanks to the NHS I’m still here!
SJ Leatherdale, Partner, Healthcare and Life Sciences, works with NHS clients every day. When a serious heart problem put her life at risk, the NHS showed its brilliance in emergency situations.
In my job, I’m privileged to meet...
Will pension megafunds power economic growth?
Adam Gates, Partner and Head of Insurance outlines the proposed consolidation within the UK pensions sector that could boost investment in productive assets and achieve higher returns.
Bigger is better. That’s the credo behind...
UK retail and consumer trends 2025
The UK retail and consumer market is currently experiencing numerous shifts, driven by both consumer behaviour and broader economic changes. We explore the five main trends predicted to have the biggest effect on the UK retail and...
A year of action and change in local and central government
Jes Ladva, Managing Partner, Government, Finance and Technology analyses local authority CEO data for candidate trends and examines the likely impact of new legislation.
An important aspect of my role in identifying the best...
Navigating the New Regulatory Landscape: Insights from Housing Sector Leaders
The Regulator of Social Housing’s new in-depth assessment - revised and toughened-up this year - will sooner or later reach the sector’s landlords. So, what can they expected? Odgers Interim convened a webinar with some who’ve...
Lunch with CEOs, Chairs and Investors of Private Equity backed IT Services
A December lunch hosted by the Odgers Interim Technology Practice offered insights into the trading conditions of the dynamic and fragmented IT services market. Our guestlist was comprised of industry leading CEOs, CFOs, Chairs...
The Growing Impact of Cross-Sector Movements in Government
Jes Ladva, Managing Partner, Government, Finance and Technology, considers some of the key placements and cross-sector movements in government.
Congratulations to Sir Chris Wormald in his appointment as Cabinet Secretary, having...
James Scott Joins Odgers Interim as Principal in the Housing Practice
Odgers Interim is delighted to announce the appointment of James Scott as Principal in the Housing Practice. With over 20 years of experience in the recruitment industry, James brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the...
Sourcing Interim CFOs: Look beyond the bytes
When GPs hunt for interim CFOs at their portfolio companies, the best approach is one that begins with technology, but never ends there.
Private equity GPs have long respected data-driven insights, well before the tech sector...
New duty on the prevention of sexual harassment at work
Adam Gates, Becky Mackarel and Richard Plaistowe from our Financial Services and Professional Services practice hosted a roundtable event on a new duty on employers to take reasonable steps to prevent sexual harassment at work –...