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Bupa appoints Chris Carroll as CEO for Bupa Insurance

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LONDON, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bupa, the UK’s leading health insurer, has today announced the appointment of Chris Carroll as Chief Executive Officer for Bupa Insurance, commencing January 2025, subject to regulatory approval. Reporting to Carlos Jaureguizar, CEO for Bupa Global, India & UK, Chris will lead the continued growth of Bupa Insurance’s consumer and business insurance segments in the UK.

Chris joins Bupa Insurance from Bupa’s Health Insurance business in Australia, having held the roles of Managing Director from March 2022. Prior to this he was Director for Domestic Retail Portfolio having joined Bupa in November 2020.

Under his leadership, Bupa’s Health Insurance footprint in Australia has grown to more than 4.4 million customers and, following seven consecutive quarters of growth, now has a market share of 25.41% in a highly competitive market. Chris has worked to transform the customer experience in Australia, with NPS sitting at record levels. Chris’s focus on creating value for customers has been central to his leadership; helping to launch Blua and Connected Care in Australia, delivering a range of new insurance products, and working in partnership with Bupa’s Australian dental business to provide increased value to health insurance members.

Before coming to Bupa, Chris was CEO for WS Audiology – Asia Pacific, and led the transformation agenda for Medibank, another major health insurer in Australia. With more than 25 years’ commercial experience across health insurance, media and telecommunications in Australia and Europe, Chris has an unwavering customer focus and a proven track record in growing Bupa’s business to deliver simpler, more personalised and relevant products to customers. 

Carlos Jaureguizar, CEO for Bupa Global, India & UK said: “Chris is a respected global leader with extensive experience in delivering world-class customer service and driving consumer and commercial growth. We know our customers around the world look to Bupa for the highest standards, innovative treatment and peace of mind, and this appointment is testament to the unrivalled strength and talent in our leadership teams across Bupa to meet these customer needs. With Chris’ leadership, we are committed to driving forward our transformation agenda, delivering high quality care and fulfilling our purpose of helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives.”

Chris Carroll said: “I am delighted to join Bupa Insurance at this pivotal time. The expansion of Bupa Blua digital healthcare services, market leading products and Bupa’s unique position in the UK to create seamless pathways between insurance and provision operations makes this an exciting opportunity to reach more people with trusted, personalised healthcare.”

Subject to regulatory approval, Chris will transition to the UK in autumn 2024, commencing in role in January 2025.

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Apt.Residential Selects Yardi’s Technology to Support BTR Projects

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Australian property developer and operator to utilise innovative cloud platform for construction and investment accounting

SYDNEY, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Apt.Residential, an owner, developer and operator of residential properties in Australia, has chosen Yardi’s single connected platform to support growth, connect teams and manage capex projects and build.

With Yardi®, Apt.Residential can manage its funds and simplify complex financial processes, mitigate risk and deliver real-time insights into projects. The platform provides more visibility from investor to asset and delivers enhanced and accurate reporting. The company can access live data for costing, expenses, and revenue on all projects, from ground-up development to single-unit improvements and will allow Apt.Residential to grow the volume of units within BTR once they have operational units.

“We wanted to find the best platform for BTR that would support growth, streamline management of capex projects and handle our complex accounting,” said Michael Hogg, co-founder & head of operations for Apt.Residential. “Yardi’s single integrated platform was the best solution as it ensures our team can connect on one system and not worry about integrations or using multiple platforms.”

“We’re excited to work with Apt.Residential and support its growth as the company expands its BTR projects,” said Neal Gemassmer, vice president and general manager for Yardi. “Our connected platform will help Apt.Residential enhance communication and set them up so they’re ready to operate once development has completed.”

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About Apt.Residential
Apt.Residential is a leading vertically integrated owner, developer, and operator of residential properties in Australia backed by global institutional capital. The company develops residential communities where wellbeing and connectedness come first. Its human-centric approach allows Apt.Residential to shape places for people who crave comfort, community, and elevated living. For more information, please visit aptresidential.au.

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Celebrating its 40-year anniversary in 2024, Yardi® develops industry-leading software for all types and sizes of real estate companies across the world. With over 9,500 employees, Yardi is working with our clients to drive significant innovation in the real estate industry. For more information on how Yardi is Energised for Tomorrow, visit yardi.com.au.

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NewCo Capital Group Continues Global Expansion as 2024 Milestones Set The Stage for an Ambitious Q4

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NEW YORK, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — As Q4 fast approaches, NewCo Capital Group (“NewCo”) and Australia-based Bizcap are finalizing year-end initiatives to strategically position both companies for an ambitious expansion in 2025.

Both companies have celebrated a highly successful 2024, marked by remarkable and accelerated growth. This momentum has been driven by Bizcap’s unique Line of Credit product, NewCo’s introduction of their “Line of Capital” product and the launch of NewCo’s new mobile app. CEO Albert Gahfi emphasized the importance of closing 2024 on a high note to set the stage for future growth. “We’ve had an exceptional year so far, but our focus is on what comes next. We’re building the foundation for 2025 and beyond, ensuring that NewCo and Bizcap are positioned for continued global expansion.”

The plan for Q4 includes deepening their presence in existing markets while making calculated moves into new territories, including Singapore, Germany, and Luxembourg. “There are new opportunities in emerging markets that are currently underserved, where we believe we can make a significant impact. As a result, 2025 promises to be an exciting year for SMB financing globally.”

By reinforcing their operational and technological infrastructure, the companies are preparing to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global financing landscape. “2024 has been a year of strong growth, but we’re not stopping here,” Gahfi said. “We are focused on delivering innovative financing solutions that not only meet the needs of today but also anticipate the demands of tomorrow. As we head into 2025, we’re ready to expand our reach and provide even more businesses with the capital they need.”

Part of a multinational collaboration, NewCo and Bizcap have successfully deployed over $1.5 billion to over 35,000 businesses worldwide. Gahfi commented, “We’re moving capital faster and more effectively than any other sector and our clients are benefiting from that growth.”

NewCo’s strength lies in its ability to adapt quickly, using a unique mix of proprietary technology, nuanced underwriting, and an experienced risk management team. The companies’ hybrid approach is challenging outdated financing models, making NewCo a preferred partner for SMBs looking for custom capital solutions that truly fit their needs.

“We’re not just growing; we’re leading,” Gahfi added. “As we expand globally, our goal remains the same—helping small businesses scale, create jobs, and thrive.”

With a clear strategy and a relentless focus on delivering value, NewCo Capital Group is primed to deepen its market influence and capitalize on emerging opportunities. As the company prepares for its next wave of market entries, Q4 will serve as a pivotal launchpad for an even more ambitious 2025, setting the stage for continued growth and global leadership.

For more information, visit www.NewCoCapitalGroup.com.

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Zulu Ecosystems and Severn Trent Water secure Innovate UK funding to pioneer catchment-scale Nature-based Solutions

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  • Partnership aims to develop innovative funding model for nature-based solutions that enhance water resilience in the Idle and Torne catchment, a priority area for environmental improvement
  • Project will aggregate supply and demand for ecosystem services across the 1,200km2 catchment, benefiting both nature and local communities
  • Led by Zulu Ecosystems, the collaboration seeks to accelerate private investment in nature recovery while addressing critical water challenges

LONDON, Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Zulu Ecosystems and Severn Trent Water have been awarded funding from Innovate UK, the UK’s innovation agency, for a £580,000 project to develop a groundbreaking catchment system operator model for unlocking private investment in nature. The project aims to enhance water resilience and deliver multiple benefits for both nature and local communities in the Idle and Torne River catchment.

The Idle and Torne catchment, identified as a priority catchment by the Environment Agency, faces significant challenges including drought risk, flood vulnerability, and water quality issues. Approximately 60% of water bodies in the catchment currently fail to meet good ecological status. However, the area also presents substantial opportunities for nature recovery, with potential to restore over 5,000 hectares of priority habitats and significantly improve water resources management.

This innovative partnership will leverage Zulu Ecosystems’ cutting-edge natural capital assessment capabilities and Severn Trent Water’s expertise in water management to create a scalable approach for funding and delivering nature-based solutions. The project will focus on interventions such as woodland creation, wetland restoration, and riparian woodland to address the catchment’s pressing environmental challenges. The project will engage local stakeholders, including farmers, landowners, and community groups, to ensure that interventions reflect local needs and knowledge.

Ed Asseily, CEO of Zulu Ecosystems, said:

“This funding from Innovate UK is a game-changer for how we approach local nature recovery and water resilience. By developing a catchment-scale model that aggregates both the supply of and demand for ecosystem services, we can accelerate the flow of private capital into nature-based solutions.”

Severn Trent Water will play a key role as the project’s System Operator, strategically coordinating plans and aligning stakeholder priorities to maximise outcomes for water services and the environment.

Richard Smith, Strategic Asset Planning Manager at Severn Trent Water, commented:

“We’re excited to partner with Zulu Ecosystems on this transformative project. By adopting a system operator approach, we can ensure that investments in nature-based solutions deliver the greatest possible benefits for our customers, local communities, and the environment.”

This project has been funded by Innovate UK as part of the ‘Integrating Finance and Biodiversity for a Nature Positive Future’ programme, a joint initiative between the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and Innovate UK. This £7 million programme aims to develop solutions that embed the values of biodiversity into financial decision-making.

By bridging the gap between nature recovery and water resilience, this project has the potential to create a replicable model for sustainable landscape management across the UK. Innovate UK’s support underscores the national significance of developing new approaches to environmental management that can deliver multiple benefits, including improved water security, enhanced biodiversity, climate resilience, and potential new income streams for landowners.

Over the next 9 months, the project team will work closely with local stakeholders to identify priority interventions and develop a portfolio of investable nature-based solutions. The project aims to demonstrate how multi-stakeholder nature-based projects can be developed, funded, and delivered at catchment-scale to address climate adaptation and reverse biodiversity loss. Findings will be published to help scale similar initiatives across the UK and beyond.

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