LONDON, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hakluyt, the global strategic advisory firm for businesses and investors, has today announced a new social impact partnership with Orchestras for All (OFA), on the eve of the charity’s Big Give Campaign launch.

Orchestras for All is a UK-based charity that works with 11-19 year-olds to widen access to music, with a particular focus on those who face challenges such as disability, deprivation or caring responsibilities.

Drawing on its connectivity and in-house expertise, Hakluyt will advise the charity on issues as it seeks to fulfil its mission to ensure that all children, regardless of background or circumstance, are able to share in the benefits of group music-making.

Hakluyt, which has been providing in-kind support to the charity since 2022, has now formalised a partnership with Orchestras for All that will see it provide advice and guidance across a range of strategic challenges in order to help the charity widen its impact and reach more young people.

Kayo Yoshida, who co-leads Hakluyt’s work with Orchestras for All, said: “Orchestras for All does invaluable work sharing the benefits of music with children who have often been shut out of creative opportunities. I am personally delighted to be working with them, and look forward to our partnership flourishing over the coming years.”

Alexandra Davison, who also co-leads Hakluyt’s work with the charity, commented: “The opportunities that Orchestras for All offers can be life-changing for young people. The myriad benefits of musical education to children’s development and educational attainment are well known, and Orchestras for All is an organisation with a proven track record of widening access to music for the children who need it most.”

Nick Thorne, Executive Director of Orchestras for All, added: “We are delighted to have formalised our partnership with Hakluyt, and are incredibly grateful for the support they provide. This relationship is one of our most significant corporate partnerships to date, offering both financial support and advisory services. 

“The funding Hakluyt have provided will not only help OFA continue providing its life-changing musical programmes, but also enable our participation in the Big Give Christmas Challenge 2024. Through this campaign, OFA aims to raise vital funds to ensure that more young people can access inclusive and transformative music-making opportunities.”

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Hakluyt is a strategic advisory firm that works with corporate leaders and investors around the world on their most important commercial issues. For more information on the firm, please visit www.hakluytandco.com

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Orchestras for All (OFA) is an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation that breaks down barriers to give all young people the life-changing experience of making music together, regardless of the daily challenges they might be facing. Its inclusive, non-auditioned National Orchestra for All (NOFA) brings together 100 young musicians from across the UK who would otherwise be unable to access musical opportunities – whether due to physical disability, a mental health condition, economic deprivation, or rural isolation.

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — MarketsandMarkets, the only Indian-origin startup to feature in the Forbes list of ‘America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2023’, has appointed Nirmal Ramesh Shani as Managing Partner.

Nirmal joins MarketsandMarkets from S&P Global to lead its real-time megatrend disruption impact platform for the global energy sector. He has over 23 years of experience with IHS Markit, Dun & Bradstreet, and Times of India. During his formative years, he supported his family business, exporting Indian handicrafts to Japan and USA.

Sandeep Sugla, Founder and CEO of MarketsandMarkets, said: “It’s my pleasure to welcome Nirmal to MarketsandMarkets. His leadership further strengthens our ability to address customer needs at a time when the global energy, power, chemical, material, and industrial sectors are undergoing unprecedented transformations. We estimate approximately USD 25 trillion emerging from new revenue sources by 2030 as megatrends like AI, clean tech, blockchain, IoT, etc., disrupt current revenue streams of customers and the customer’s customers.”

Milan Rao, COO and CRO of MarketsandMarkets, said, “Nirmal joins a growing list of global leaders who are committed to taking our AI-enabled platform, KnowledgeStore, and our cutting-edge growth and disruption consulting capabilities to over 13,000 clients globally. His knowledge and expertise will add significantly to our presence in the energy and ESG sectors worldwide.”

Nirmal is passionate about energy and sustainability; in his most recent role at S&P Global, he helped create landmark platforms — such as the CERAWeek Asia Pacific Energy Forum in Houston, the India Energy Forum in New Delhi, the partnership with PETRONAS for Energy Asia in Kuala Lumpur, and with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) for the Asia Green Growth Partnership Ministerial Meeting (AGGPM) — to elevate the Voice of Asia within the global energy system towards an ‘Equitable Energy Transition for All’. 

On his appointment, Nirmal said: “MarketsandMarkets helps progress my mission to the next level. I haven’t seen any other platform in the world that provides such a telescope for global energy, chemical, and industrial leaders to analyze the impact of disruptive shifts in real-time and in an interconnected way. The proprietary tools combined with exclusive on-demand access to research, and a dedicated growth program manager ensures our clients avoid missing blind spots and gain early mover advantages.”

Nirmal is an alum of Narsee Monjee College and Welingkar Institute of Management. He serves on the Board of Advisors/Governing Council of Umang Foundation, a non-profit organization with whom he has been associated since 2009. His philanthropic initiatives focus on education and health-related issues in rural India.

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LONDON, Nov. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — London Blockchain Conference (LBC) is proud to announce that the London Blockchain Summit: Blockchain in Government and Public Sector was held in the House of Lords, UK Parliament on Monday, 25^th November.

This exclusive, invite-only gathering brought together leading policymakers, technology pioneers, and industry experts to explore the critical intersection of blockchain technology and governance frameworks. The event provided a unique opportunity to discuss DEI strategies, the power of blockchain and AI to reduce bias, and how Web3 and blockchain can drive more equitable access.

The summit kicked off with an introduction by Lord Wharton of Yarm and Baroness Charlotte Owen setting the tone for an evening of meaningful conversations around the potential of blockchain.

The key highlight of the summit was the “Driving Inclusive Innovation: DEI Strategies for Blockchain, Web3, and AI in the UK” panel discussion. The panellists included:

• Dr. Maxine Room CBE, Unyted
• Jo Stansfield, Inclusioneering Ltd.
• Stephanie Ramezan, The Crypto Collective
• Chrissy Hill, Parity Technologies

The panel, moderated by Alex Stein, Conference Director for LBC, was structured into three segments: Policy Frameworks for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Addressing Bias in AI, and Equitable Access in Web3 and Blockchain. The discussion delved into importance of embedding DEI into tech policy frameworks, addressing systematic AI biases through ethical benchmarking, the role of blockchain in ensuring transparency and equitable access to data, the importance of partnerships in funding, digital literacy programs, and democratising access with secure technology solutions. The panellists emphasised fostering innovation through diverse leadership, leveraging data to drive impactful decisions and tackling challenges such as digital poverty and gender disparity in the tech space.

Some of the additional key discussion points were:

• Less than one-third of the tech workforce comprises women, highlighting the gender divide that must be addressed to bring more women into tech and blockchain
• Education systems need disruptive innovation to integrate technology and blockchain to foster equitable digital literacy, especially for under-represented groups
• AI and blockchain together can help reduce bias, but frameworks and accountability are needed to ensure ethical implementation and equitable access
• Organisations must adopt operational practices and blockchain-based solutions that support DEI and encourage diversity of thought to foster innovation

The panel also highlighted actionable strategies such as using procurement processes to prioritise DEI, creating inclusive AI training datasets, and establishing equitable educational opportunities across demographics. They also discussed strategic interventions that organisations should prioritise to create equitable opportunities in Web3 and blockchain.

The London Blockchain Summit was a resounding success with engaging conversations and insights from both the panellists and the audience, that are set to shape the future of blockchain technology in government and public services.

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At the London Blockchain Conference, we show how Blockchain will change the world and help people see another way to manage data, build scalable on-chain solutions and achieve great things. We do this by creating valuable, insightful, and engaging events that educate and inform, allowing you to connect and network to build strong business relationships. Our conference is the best avenue to see blockchain innovations, big ecosystem announcements, new product launches, technology updates, keynote speeches, panels, and fireside chats from blockchain leaders. Join us and experience it for yourself. 

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Dr. Maxine Room, CBE, a trailblazer in education and equality, diversity, and inclusion. With an extensive career leading Further Education colleges and a passion for anti-racism and mentoring, Maxine now applies her expertise to innovative technologies like blockchain and digital literacy.

Chrissy Hill is the General Counsel at Parity Technologies and a champion for diversity of thought. Chrissy has an impressive background spanning law, investment banking, and Web3, and she’s dedicated to creating inclusive, long-lasting business solutions—always with a smile.

Stephanie Ramezan is a seasoned entrepreneur and thought leader in the digital assets space. As the former CEO of Gemini UK and one of the ‘Most Influential Women in Blockchain,’ Stephanie is passionate about empowering female founders and driving equitable opportunities in emerging tech.

Jo Stansfield is the founder of Inclusioneering and a Business Psychologist with a deep background in engineering. Jo’s focus is on embedding diversity and inclusion into the technology and engineering sectors, drawing on her experience and her groundbreaking research into gender and racial diversity.

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