Institute of Directors, 116 Pall Mall, London. David Stringer-Lamarre, the Managing Director of Fortis Consulting London, within his role as Chairman of the Institute of Directors, City of London, was pleased to meet with the Shunyi District People’s Government of Beijing Municipality delegation. There was a wide ranging discussion touching on a number of topics….
Institute of Directors, Press Release. James Sproule, Chief Economist: “Today’s growth figures show greater resilience than many expected. The first full set of post-referendum results has seen service growth underpin GDP growth. Firms continue to adopt a wait-and-see approach concerning investment, so the challenge to the Government in the Autumn Statement will be to bolster…
Dan Lewis, Senior Adviser on Infrastructure Policy at the Institute of Directors, said: “Business will welcome the fact that the Government has finally taken this necessary decision in the national interest, ending years of frustrating prevarication. The future success of the British economy will depend upon companies being able to continue and expand trade with…
24 October 2106. Glaziers’ Hall, Montague Close, London David Stringer-Lamarre, a member of the Court of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers, was very pleased to speak with City of London Sheriff Peter Estlin. This is the second time that the Glaziers have held the Art Fair which provides an opportunity for artists and designers to…
A challenging day for international trade, first the EU-Canada deal, now the Financial Times says: ‘The German government has withdrawn approval for the €670m takeover of chip equipment maker Aixtron by a group of Chinese investors, amid concern in Berlin about China’s growing appetite for German industrial companies.’ Read the Financial Times article.
The London Transport Museum, Covent Garden, London. David Stringer-Lamarre was pleased to attend this event in the fascinating setting to the Transport Museum. It provided an opportunity to catch up with existing alumni friends and meet some new ones. It was interesting to talk about current business issues including infrastructure, technology and the result of…
In response to official inflation figures released today, Michael Martins, Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “This is the largest annual increase in inflation since November 2014. Much of the rise can be traced to the fall in the pound caused by the referendum result, and more recently, Theresa May’s announcement that Brexit negotiations…
Institute of Directors, City of London, China Group. London Capital Club, Abchurch Lane, City of London. David Stringer-Lamarre, within his role as Chairman of the Institute of Directors, City of London was pleased to attend and speak at this important landmark event. The China Group was set up in 2006 by the then IoD City of…
Good news for London; the announcement that Softbank in partnership with Saudi Arabia, will open a $100B Tech investment fund in the city. The Financial Times raises various questions about price dynamics and suitable targets. “What is less evident is how the new fund can possibly put such sums of money to good use, without…
David Stringer-Lamarre, the Managing Director, of Fortis Consulting London, was very pleased to accept the kind invitation to be a member of the SinoPro Chinese Business Leaders Awards judging panel. SinoPro, founded in 2009, is an independent network committed to creating connections and opportunities for UK based professionals with an interest in China. Link to the…
10 October 2016 The Financial Times states “Germany hosts nearly 2,500 banks in total, more than any of the other cities vying for London jobs, the data show. Bank chiefs say they are more likely to expand an existing operation, or revive a latent subsidiary than set up entirely from scratch in a new location….
7 October 2016 CMS Cameron McKenna, Cannon Place, 78 Cannon Street, London Women in the Livery David Stringer-Lamarre was pleased to have the opportunity to conduct an ‘in conversation with Dame Fiona Woolf’, Past Lord Mayor of the City of London and leading international lawyer. Many subjects were discussed including Dame Fiona’s journey from being a student to…
Thursday 6 October 2017 University of Liverpool in London, 33 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AG David Stringer-Lamarre, within his role as Chairman of the Institute of Directors, City of London chaired this well attended event. The presentations discussed many angles including the need to ensure buy in from citizens, security needs, sustainability, sensor use and…
David Stringer-Lamarre, the Managing Director, of Fortis Consulting London was very pleased to accept the kind invitation to become a member of the Arab Women of the Year Awards Advisory Board. The awards are a prestigious global celebration of achievement and excellence for Arab women. It is organised by the Arab British Business Association. Link to…
Good mood music from the Chancellor, but Autumn Statement will be real test In response to the Chancellor’s speech today at the Conservative Party conference, James Sproule, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “The Chancellor hit the right notes today, talking of boosting house-building, investing in technology and innovation and the importance of…
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