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✨LOOK WHO'S MADE THE NEWS WITH THE CITY'S LATEST MOVES - No.397✨
✨LOOK WHO'S MADE THE NEWS WITH THE CITY'S LATEST MOVES✨
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🌟 A LIFE-CHANGING CHALLENGE: MY LONDON MARATHON 🌟
🌟 Thank You for Your Incredible Support! 🌟
I am overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who has supported my London Marathon journey so far. Your donations, kind words, and encouragement mean the world to me and are making a real difference for the National Axial Spondyloarthritis Society (NASS). Together, we’re helping to raise awareness and provide vital support for those living with this challenging condition.
For those who haven’t had the chance to sponsor me yet—there’s still time! Every contribution, no matter the size, helps create a brighter future for those like me who face the daily struggles of Ankylosing Spondylitis.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart! ❤️
With gratitude,
Oliver 🙏🏻
#ThankYou #LondonMarathon2025 #AxialSpA #AnkylosingSpondylitis #NASS #EveryDonationMatters
💖 How you can help
Please join me in this mission by donating to my fundraiser for NASS. Every contribution—big or small—will make a difference to someone’s life.
👉 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/page/oliver-rolfe-1733393822095
Your generosity and encouragement will fuel every step of my journey.
This marathon is more than just 26.2 miles—it’s a testament to resilience, hope, and the power of community. Thank you for believing in me and supporting this incredible cause.
With gratitude,
Oliver 🙏🏻
✨AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS 2024/25✨
✨NEW!!! - M&A TODAY 2025 AWARDS - AWARD - INNOVATION WITHIN HEALTH & WELLBEING FOR CORPORATES AND INDIVIDUALS
✨AI BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS - BEST SPECIALIST FINANCIAL EXECUTIVE SEARH FIRM & CLIENT SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD - 2025
✨GLOBAL 100 2025 - AWARD - INNOVATION WITHIN HEALTH & WELLBEING FOR CORPORATES AND INDIVIDUALS✨
✨GLOBAL CEO EXCELLENCE AWARDS - MOST DEDICATED INTERNATIONAL EQUITY SEARCH FIRM CEO 2024 (UK): Oliver Rolfe✨
✨GLOBAL BUSINESS INSIGHT AWARDS - BEST INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM 2024 - UK✨
✨GLOBAL 100 AWARDS - BEST EQUITIES & INVESTMENT BANKING SEARCH FIRM - 2024✨
✨M&A TODAY GLOBAL AWARDS WINNERS - BEST EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM - GLOBAL EQUITIES & INVESTMENT BANKING 2024✨
✨YOUR SPRING HEALTH & WELLBEING PLAN✨
Winter can be a challenging season for maintaining health and well-being, especially with shorter days, colder weather, and the demands of professional life. These months often bring unique challenges, from managing seasonal mood shifts to staying motivated amidst the darkness and colder temperatures. However, with a well-structured plan, it’s possible not only to manage but also to thrive, using winter as a period for building resilience, reinforcing healthy habits, and fostering connections. This month-by-month plan provides simple, focused strategies to keep physical, mental, and emotional well-being in balance throughout winter, ensuring you enter spring with renewed energy and vitality.
March: Prepare for Spring & Reflect on Winter Progress
Theme: "Embrace New Energy & Reflect on Growth"
Focus Areas:
Reflect on Winter Journey
Celebrate Wins: Review achievements and acknowledge progress made over the winter months.
Adapt Goals: Adjust winter goals and prepare for any seasonal changes in your wellness plan.
Reassess Health Habits
Dietary Review: Check if any adjustments to your diet are needed as the season changes.
Routine Consistency: Ensure your routine supports both work productivity and personal time.
Physical Activity Outdoors
Outdoor Activities: Plan nature walks or outdoor exercise to embrace the change in weather and increase fresh air intake.
Light Therapy: With more natural light returning, reduce reliance on artificial light sources if you were using any.
Recommended Activities:
Week 1: Review winter progress and set new spring goals.
Week 2: Make adjustments to dietary intake based on seasonal changes.
Week 3: Schedule outdoor activities as weather permits.
Week 4: Finalise routine adjustments and celebrate the onset of spring.
April: Embracing Renewal and Energy
Theme: "Fresh Starts and New Beginnings"
Focus Areas:
Spring Clean Your Mind and Space
Declutter your home and workspace to create a refreshing environment.
Consider a digital detox by reducing unnecessary screen time.
Boost Physical Activity
Take advantage of longer daylight hours for outdoor exercise.
Try a new fitness activity, such as cycling or swimming.
Refresh Your Diet
Introduce more seasonal fruits and vegetables.
Hydrate adequately as temperatures rise.
Recommended Activities:
Week 1: Start with a physical and digital decluttering session.
Week 2: Set new fitness goals for spring and start an outdoor routine.
Week 3: Experiment with spring-inspired meal planning.
Week 4: Review and adapt habits for consistency.
Conclusion:
The winter season, while often viewed as a time of hibernation, can instead be an opportunity for growth, renewal, and self-care. By taking small, deliberate steps each month, it’s possible to maintain energy levels, enhance productivity, and keep a positive outlook, regardless of the challenges winter brings. Through consistent attention to physical health, mindfulness practices, social connections, and personal goals, this plan empowers you to navigate the winter months with resilience and optimism. By the time spring arrives, you’ll have not only safeguarded your health and wellbeing but also laid the foundation for continued growth and success in the seasons ahead.
For more advice on how to maintain a healthy and balanced life, check out "The Holistic Guide to Your Health & Wellbeing Today" by Oliver Rolfe. You can find the book here.
The Holistic Guide To Your Health & Wellbeing Today - Available now on Amazon.
The Holistic Guide To Your Health & Wellbeing Today, has reached the Number 1 spot in the Health & Wellbeing category on Kobo! It’s also ranked Number 9 in Health & Wellbeing & Psychology, and Number 14 in Religion, Spirituality, Philosophy, and Mind & Body
Note: This plan serves as a general framework and should be adapted to the specific needs and context of your workplace. Always consult with relevant professionals for expert advice.
✨THESE ARE THE LATEST GLOBAL FINANCIAL MOVES OVER THE PAST 7 DAYS✨
Paul Carroll is starting a new position as Head of Treasury Analytics and Data Science at Remitly
Natasha Pearson is starting a new position as Investment Director at Bridgepoint Group
David Brodsky is starting a new position as Trader at Balyasny Asset Management (BAM)
Helder Antunes is starting a new position as Head of Quantitative Resources and Development for Macro and Fixed Income at Schonfeld, after joining from Millennium
Robert Diehl is starting a new position as FX Broker at Caventor Capital
Johnny Kang is starting a new position as Portfolio Manager at Balyasny Asset Management
Perry Boyle, Jay Chandler, Phil Vilhauer, and Vikas Kalra are starting new positions as advisors at Equity Data Science (EDS)
Bob Savino is starting a new position as Chief Transformation and Operating Officer at Wilmington Trust
Stephen Peyser has been appointed as Global Head of Trading and Capital Markets at Balyasny Asset Management
Dennis Deane is starting a new position as Client Portfolio Manager at Janus Henderson Investors
Regina Gannon has been appointed as Global Chief Business Development Officer at Apex Group
Nick Delikaris is starting a new position as Chief Product Officer at EquiLend
Adam Terelak is starting a new position as Investment Analyst at Rokos Capital Management
Alexander Peterc is starting a new position as Managing Director, Head of Small and Midcap Equity Research at Bernstein
Nour Eldin Sherif, CFA is starting a new position as Executive Director at Arqaam Capital
Pascal Bandelier is starting a new position as Co-Chief Executive Officer at Cantor Fitzgerald
Nico Jackson is starting a new position as Senior Relationship Manager, Member of the Investment Committee at Novum Capital Partners
Lukas Scherer, CFA is starting a new position as Portfolio Manager at Union Investment
Eugene Regis is starting a new position as Consultant at Vesta Insurance Asset Management Solutions
Said Addi is starting a new position as Global Head of Fuel Oil at E3 Energy Group
Eric Edstrom is starting a new position as Compliance Director of Cash Management & Money Movement at Vanguard
Federico Galasso is starting a new position as Associate Principal at Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo)
Carole Imbert is starting a new position as Chief Financial Officer at Vect-Horus
Mus Akay is starting a new position as Event Driven Portfolio Manager at Nine Masts Capital
Rob Hall is starting a new position as Senior Research Specialist at Phoenix Group
Michael Stocker is starting a new position as Investment Banking Vice President at Deutsche Bank
Gustav Andersson is starting a new position as Senior Advisor at North Point Securities
Joe Dobbyn is starting a new position as Director at Baader Bank AG
Peter Bentley is starting a new position as Data & AI at DXC Technology
Nikolaus Schwarz is starting a new position as Senior Principal, Infrastructure Private Equity at DWS Group
Pedro Barroso, FRM, CEFA is starting a new position as Discretionary Portfolio Management - Senior Analyst at BNP Paribas Wealth Management
Aditya Ramani is starting a new position as Analyst at Venn
Robin Rouger is starting a new position as Head of Sustainable Investment Advisory & Solutions - Executive Director at J. Safra Sarasin
Stefano Rivellini is starting a new position as Executive Fellow - Finance at SDA Bocconi
Zacchary Fournier is starting a new position as Private Equity at Bridgepoint Group
Matthew Barker is starting a new position as Vice President Human Resources at Appodeal, Inc.
Sennen Desouza is starting a new position as Head of Business and Global Alliances at Hysab Kytab
Israel Gómez-Caro is starting a new position as Partner Banking & Finance at Ontier España
Ismael Ludeña Diaz-Guerra is starting a new position as Process & Operation Lead at NTT DATA, Inc.
Dominic Eccles is starting a new position as Trader at Federated Hermes Limited
Elias Elias, CFA is starting a new position as Client Portfolio Manager at Franklin Templeton
Chris Few is starting a new position as Founder at Prime Global Advisors
✨SPARTAN INTERNATIONAL - TESTIMONIALS✨
“Oliver takes the time to prepare candidates for interviews providing with detailed background of the teams and remains available through the whole process. He is looking to build long-term relationships, his personal approach makes him stand out from the other headhunters.”
EQUITIES PROFESSIONAL, EUROPE
“Oliver is a true professional I have known for several years in my career in equity research in London. He has consistently showed ability in meeting demand and supply in the field, leveraging on his strong network of contacts among corporates and professionals in the industry. Specifically at our firm, he played a key role in the process of setting up the Banks research team selecting high quality candidates across regions and seniority. It is a pleasure to deal with him.”
EQUITIES CLIENT, EUROPE
“Oliver is a consummate professional with a great deal of Market Experience. He is by far the best Headhunter I have ever worked with, as he is constantly on top of the ever changing BuySide /SellSide dynamics.”
EQUITIES DIRECTOR, USA
“I have had the pleasure of working with Oliver on a number of occasions in my career and have always found him to be the consummate professional, well connected and full of good ideas and introductions.”
EQUITIES PROFESSIONAL, UK
“Oliver Rolfe was always my primary contact when I worked in the markets. His discretion and deep market knowledge made him one of the few headhunters I would talk to.
EQUITIES PROFESSIONAL, SOUTH AFRICA
“I met Oliver when I decided to shift my career to equity market research from auditing. His help and advice was invaluable in my search. He was very personable from the first conversation, offering important input and actively listening to my requirement. It has to be said his knowledge/connections in the equity research market is unique.
Oliver is also excellent in preparing the candidate by offering additional advice and appropriate feedback on every stage of the process. Having seen numerous recruiters during my search, Oliver is by far the best and therefore I highly recommend him.”
EQUITIES DIRECTOR, UK
“Oliver is a consummate professional, with first-rate knowledge of the market in London. He is an excellent coach and I would highly recommend working with him.”
EQUITIES PROFESSIONAL, UK
“I met Oliver when I decided to shift my career to equity market research from auditing. His help and advice was invaluable in my search. He was very personable from the first conversation, offering important input and actively listening to my requirement. It has to be said his knowledge/ connections in the equity research market is unique. Oliver is also excellent in preparing the candidate by offering additional advice and appropriate feedback on every stage of the process. Having seen numerous recruiters during my search, Oliver is by far the best and therefore I highly recommend him.”
HEAD OF INVESTOR RELATIONS, UK
“Oliver is a remarkable coach, a brilliant leader, and an exceptional person. Oliver is trained to tap into your conscious and unconscious mental and emotional processes, to help you unlock potential that is even hidden from you. He helped me overcome the mental blocks that sabotaged my own success.”
CEO, EQUITIES PROFESSIONAL, DUBAI
“Oliver Rolfe is clever, efficient, knowledgeable and honest. He is a highly valued professional and personal contact. I look forward to working with him for many years ahead – I can strongly recommend him.”
EQUITIES MANAGING DIRECTOR, USA
🌞📘 "The Holistic Guide To Your Health & Wellbeing Today" - No.1 Ranked Book on KOBO & No.2 Ranked Book on Amazon within Health & Wellbeing📚✨
✨THE HOLISTIC GUIDE TO YOUR HEALTH & WELLBEING TODAY REACHES NO.1 ON KOBO!✨
I am thrilled to announce that my second book, The Holistic Guide To Your Health & Wellbeing Today, has reached the Number 1 spot in the Health & Wellbeing category on Kobo! It’s also ranked Number 9 in Health & Wellbeing & Psychology, and Number 14 in Religion, Spirituality, Philosophy, and Mind & Body.
This achievement is a true honour and a personal milestone for me. After my first book, I promised to only write another if it could genuinely help others, and I’m so pleased to see it resonating with readers. I am currently working on my third book, which is in discussions with publishers. This new work will delve into the topic of Addiction, exploring various aspects including overworking, social media use, disordered eating, prescription medications, drugs, alcohol, and more. It’s a complex issue, particularly for today’s generation, and I am eager to share insights that may support those facing these challenges.
Thank you so much for your continued support—especially during World Mental Health Week. Your encouragement means the world to me.
P.S. The Holistic Guide To Your Health & Wellbeing Today is also on sale on Amazon at a fantastic rate! Many readers have shared they are purchasing additional copies for friends and family.
You can grab your copy here: https://lnkd.in/eRy9TPps
Thank you again! 💫
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“I generally do not read books however I am extremely pleased I saw this as its great. This book has something for everyone. It will certainly help you. It changed a lot for me.”
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