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Authentic Danish bakers Ole & Steen today announces the appointment of its new Group CMO as the brand continues to accelerate growth across its key markets. Sarah Harris will join the business on May 19th, bringing with her over 25 years of experience in retail and hospitality marketing to help shape the next chapter for the iconic Danish bakery brand. Her role will span marketing, brand, product and digital strategy across Ole & Steen’s growing presence in London, Copenhagen and New York. Sarah will also play a pivotal role in strengthening customer engagement and loyalty as the brand continues to invest…

Appian, a global player in process automation and orchestration, has announced the appointment of Americo Mazzotta as its new Vice President of EMEA Sales. Mr Mazzotta will oversee the company’s sales operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), with a mandate to drive business growth, strengthen customer relationships, and enhance the market reach of the Appian platform within the region. He will report directly to Appian’s Chief Revenue Officer, Mark Dorsey. In his new role, Mr Mazzotta is expected to lead strategic initiatives aimed at expanding Appian’s influence in the EMEA markets by aligning business objectives with the…

UK-based IT services company Simplex Services has celebrated its 10th anniversary by launching new business entities in the United States and Poland. This strategic expansion aims to enhance the company’s global footprint and reinforce its commitment to helping businesses leverage digital transformation for increased efficiency and growth. Since its establishment in 2014, Simplex Services has focused on aligning business priorities with innovative technology solutions, catering to organisations of all sizes. With the addition of operations in the US and Poland, the company now spans three continents, allowing it to deliver localised expertise and tailored solutions to clients in diverse markets.…

Kolsquare, one of Europe’s top influencer marketing platforms and a Certified B Corporation, has been acquired by team.blue, a prominent tech group operating across 23 European countries. The deal, which bolsters team.blue’s portfolio in the fast-growing Software as a Service (SaaS) sector, marks a significant step for both companies as they seek to expand their digital service offerings to businesses and agencies across Europe. Team.blue is one of Europe’s largest private tech companies, providing a wide range of digital services, including web hosting, domains, e-commerce, lead generation, and social media solutions. With a presence in major markets such as the…

First Compliance Group, a specialist in compliance, training, and regulatory safety, has acquired Wrexham-based Duct Hygiene Ltd in a move designed to expand its national footprint and strengthen its position within the ventilation and cleaning sectors. The value of the seven-figure deal has not been disclosed, but the acquisition is expected to play a key role in growing both companies’ reach across the UK. Founded in 2004, Duct Hygiene provides ventilation and kitchen extraction cleaning services to help businesses comply with food safety regulations and the Building Safety Act. The company also offers fire damper inspections and compartmentation services, working…

Gaming Innovation Group (GiG) has announced the appointment of Andreas Söneby to its Board of Directors for GiG Platform, a move that underscores the company’s commitment to innovation and growth in the competitive gaming and technology sectors. The appointment is effective immediately. Andreas Söneby brings a wealth of experience, with a distinguished career spanning leadership roles in some of the industry’s most prominent companies, including Unibet, Kindred Group, and Kambi. His addition to the GiG Platform Board is seen as a strategic move to bolster the company’s expertise and drive its continued expansion in the global market. Mr. Söneby’s extensive…

Swisscann, a leading producer of premium medicinal cannabis products, has surpassed its £850,000 crowdfunding target on the UK-based Seedrs platform within just 24 hours. The Zurich-based company, which plans to enter the UK market in 2025, has also announced a significant European distribution deal with a publicly listed pharmaceutical firm, ensuring its products will soon be available across the continent. Swisscann’s cannabis-based treatments contain Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a cannabinoid increasingly prescribed for a variety of conditions including cancer, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and epilepsy. The products are also effective in managing symptoms such as inflammation, pain, nausea, muscle spasms, insomnia, anxiety,…