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a time for innovation
John Parker Managing Director, Client Services, Equiniti
New year, new beginnings and a new magazine from Equiniti. If that all sounds a bit optimistic for 2009, it’s probably no bad thing. Indeed, if there is a common theme running through the first issue of this brand new Equiniti Magazine, it is that, in times of recession, the ability to be confident and innovative is more important than ever. It’s a theme that our Chief Executive Bill Dye takes up overleaf. It’s echoed in our interview with BBC’s Declan Curry, who points out that many of today’s top entrepreneurs emerged from the ashes of the last recession. And it’s reflected too in the wealth of expertise showcased throughout – both from Equiniti staff and from our customers. There is no denying things are tough at the moment (see right!). But this is a time for seeking intelligent solutions and focusing on the things that matter most. For us, that is you – our customers. And we hope you find this magazine interesting and useful. I’d also be very keen to hear any ideas you may have for the next issue – so please do email me with any comments. Best wishes for 2009.
John Parker Please contact me at: marketing@equiniti.com
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August Chancellor Alistair Darling warns that the UK economy is facing its worst economic crisis since the Great Depression of the 1930s.
September Lehman Brothers, the fourth largest investment bank in the US goes bankrupt. It is the largest bankruptcy in US history.