University of East Anglia at The Royal Institute in London – The Lasdun Lecture: What is the intersection of medicine and the humanities? Professor Sally Hardy, Professor (and author of medical memoir The Language of Kindness: A Nurse’s Story) Christie Watson and Dr Harriet Cooper. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortsiCL said: “As a UEA alumnus, with…
IoD London Region. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL was pleased to attend a discussion with a delegation from Costa Rica alongside other members of The Institute of Directors (IoD) and partner organisations. An innovation district is being developed in association with the local government of San Jose (Costa Rica’s capital). The Costa Rican delegation, as part of its European…
Responding to today’s announcement by the Chancellor of the Exchequer on a package of support to address rising energy bills, the IoD’s Chief Economist Kitty Ussher said: “Whilst we would of course like to have seen direct help for business energy costs in today’s announcement, we completely understand that the priority should be to address…
The Worshipful Company of Glaziers and Painters of Glass 50th Stevens Competition. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL said that this was a marvellous occasion at Glaziers Hall on the banks of the River Thames. COMMISSION WINNER ANNOUNCED: for the Wilfred Owen window in Dunsden Church, Oxfordshire: Natasha Redian (subject to DAC faculty approval). Congratulations to…
The Worshipful Company Of Wheelwrights Mansion House Dinner 2022. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL, was very pleased to have been invited to attend. Master Elliott Porte spoke of the Wheelwrights newer and important affiliation with the National Tyre Distributors’ Association. In his response the Representative Lord Mayor Alderman Sir William Russell KBE noted the Wheelwright’s commitment to the wheelwright craft,…
Commenting on the news that CPI inflation rose from 7% to 9% in April, Kitty Ussher, Chief Economist at the Institute of Directors, said: “While this high rate was to be expected given the rise in the retail energy price cap, it is nevertheless shockingly high. “Business leaders tell us that the UK macroeconomy is now their…
IoD London International Trade Group hosted the first Trade Dinner at the Oriental Club with Lord JD Waverley and Amanda Brooks CBE. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of Fortis CL was pleased to attend. The member-only evening was attended by international trade specialists, including Emma Rowland of The Institute of Directors (IoD) and business people active in international…
David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL, was very pleased to attend this interesting and convivial event. The Guest of Honour was Alderman Sheriff Alison Gowman who spoke purposefully about the City of London and maintaining, and strengthening its place as an inclusive global location for business. Further the importance of sustainably and innovation were discussed. Image,…
Hungary – British Embassy Budapest. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL said that it was a pleasure to meet with Krisztina Gorog, Director and Zsuzsa Nemedi, Senior Trade Adviser, to exchange information and to discuss UK-Hungary commerce. David said “There are certainly many areas of interest for both British and Hungarian companies to explore, which will…
UK importers and exporters are feeling optimistic about their prospects for growth in the next 12 months, IoD data shows. 42% of businesses who trade internationally expect their exports to increase in the next 12 months (22% expect to decrease), while 27% expect to see an increase in imports (17% decrease). Of those expecting a…
Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid of Belgium – On the occasion of the Belgian Economic Mission to the United Kingdom. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL said that it was an honour to meet HRH Princess Astrid and Federal Minister Tinne Van der Straeten at the Guildhall in the City of London. Fortis Consulting London is…
Commenting on the decision of the Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of England to raise interest rates from 0.75% to 1%, Kitty Ussher, Chief Economist of the Institute of Directors, commented: “We welcome the Bank of England’s judgement that the need to tackle high expectations of inflation is of greater concern than the risk…
IoD London International Trade Group, US-UK Trade Event at The Institute of Directors HQ, 116 Pall Mall. David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL was very pleased to be the MC for the panel discussion. David said “With respect to cross border trade I mentioned our company’s work with the stylist USA brand Anatomie Fashion, led by Kate…
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