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✨LOOK WHO'S MADE THE NEWS WITH THE CITY'S LATEST MOVES - No.381✨
✨LOOK WHO'S MADE THE NEWS WITH THE CITY'S LATEST MOVES✨
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✨AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS 2024✨
✨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 - CORPORATE WELLBEING PIONEER - 2024 EDUCATION INNOVATORS AWARD✨
✨CEO MAGAZINE - MOST INFLUENTIAL CEO 2024 - SOUTH EAST ENGLAND - EQUITIES & INVESTMENT BANKING SEARCH FIRM✨
✨GLOBAL 100 AWARDS - BEST EQUITIES & INVESTMENT BANKING SEARCH FIRM - 2024✨
✨LAWYER INTERNATIONAL LEGAL 100 - 2024 AWARDS - BEST EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM✨
✨ACQUISITION INTERNATIONAL - GLOBAL EXCELLENCE AWARDS - BEST INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM 2024 - UK✨
✨M&A TODAY GLOBAL AWARDS WINNERS - BEST EXECUTIVE SEARCH FIRM - GLOBAL EQUITIES & INVESTMENT BANKING 2024✨
✨CORPORATE AMERICA TODAY AWARD WINNERS - INNOVATION WITHIN HEALTH & WELLBEING FOR CORPORATES AND INDIVIDUALS 2024✨
✨YOUR WINTER 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.
November: Foundations and Early Preparation
Theme: "Groundwork for Health & Resilience"
Focus Areas:
Routine Building
Sleep Routine: Set a consistent bedtime, aiming for 7-8 hours of sleep. Ensure no screen time an hour before bed.
Morning Rituals: Begin each day with a short routine—meditation, stretching, or quiet time with a warm drink.
Dietary Adjustments
Balanced Meals: Add seasonal vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins to support energy levels and immunity.
Supplements: Consider Vitamin D (after consulting a healthcare professional) to combat reduced sunlight exposure.
Mental Health Check
Identify Stressors: Write down main work stressors and establish small steps to manage them.
Practise Gratitude: Keep a gratitude journal to foster a positive outlook.
Recommended Activities:
Week 1: Start adjusting sleep and morning routines.
Week 2-3: Integrate seasonal foods; evaluate supplement needs.
Week 4: Begin gratitude journal; identify workplace stressors.
December: Social Connections & Stress Management
Theme: "Stay Connected & Calm"
Focus Areas:
Social Connections
Prioritise Relationships: Schedule weekly catch-ups (in person or virtual) with friends, family, or colleagues to maintain a sense of community.
Plan Celebrations: Incorporate simple holiday or winter-themed activities, whether personal or professional.
Manage Seasonal Stress
Work Boundaries: Set clear work boundaries to ensure a balance between personal and professional life.
Mindfulness Practice: Dedicate 5-10 minutes daily to mindfulness or deep breathing exercises to handle seasonal stress.
Physical Health & Activity
Walks and Breaks: Spend 10-15 minutes outside daily during daylight to boost mood and energy.
Indoor Exercise: Start a short indoor exercise routine, such as yoga, stretching, or a bodyweight workout.
Recommended Activities:
Week 1-2: Plan social activities and holiday-themed engagements.
Week 3: Introduce mindfulness or breathing exercises.
Week 4: Establish a 10-minute indoor exercise routine.
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.
JANUARY AND FEBRUARY TO BE ADDED AT THE END OF THE YEAR
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✨
Amit Bhuchar is starting a new position as Global Head of FICC Liquidity Solutions at Citadel Securities
Tudor Constantinescu is starting a new position as Front Office Business Analyst at G-Research
Mark Tully, CFApe® is starting a new position as Institutional - Growth Lead at Stealth
Jonathan Colon is starting a new position as Summer Analyst at Brown Advisory
Michael Kuhlow is starting a new position as Head of Sales - Electronic Trading at Valantic FSA
Christopher Cosimano is starting a new position as Institutional Sales/Outsource Trading at TP ICAP
Ivanka van der Merwe is starting a new position as Supervisory Analyst and Head of Editing at Research Editors
Mel Sutton is starting a new position as Head of Marketplace at Altallo Advisory
Tarquin Orchard is starting a new position as Global Head of Event Driven Strategies at Clear Street
Gaël Ludovic Perrin is starting a new position as Execution Quant at Kepler Cheuvreux
Xavier Beurtheret is starting a new position as Global Head of Corporate DCM at Crédit Agricole CIB
Philip Philippides is starting a new position as Chief Executive Officer at Mashreq Capital DIFC Limited
James Smith is starting a new position as Investment Banking Associate at Investec
David Gutiérrez Machín is starting a new position as Administration, Finance and Control Manager at ZeniΘ
Marco Greco is starting a new position as CO-Founder and Co-CEO at Value Track SIM
Ajay Kumar is starting a new position as Portfolio Manager at ExodusPoint Capital Management, LP
Billal Ismail, CFA is starting a new position as Industrials Specialist Equity Sales at Jefferies
Nicklas Fhärm is starting a new position as Equity Capital Markets (ECM) at SEB
Matt Coad, CFA is starting a new position as Equity Research Analyst at Truist Securities
Adélie Giuglaris is starting a new position as Asset Manager at Mata Capital
Matt Kirby, CFA is starting a new position as Global Equity Fund Manager at Royal London Asset Management
David Russell is starting a new position as Board Member at UKSIF
Dr. Sameer Al Ansari is starting a new position as Non Executive Board Member at Interpolitan Money
Omar Makkawy, CFA is starting a new position as M&A Specialist at Aramco
Charlie Rozes is starting a new position as Executive Director & Group Chief Financial Officer at BMS Group
Ben Davis, CFA is starting a new position as Head of European Metals & Mining Research at RBC Capital Markets
Tom Rayner is starting a new position as Strategic Advisor at SLC Corporation
Matija Nikolić is starting a new position as Power Trader at EETS
Alexander McGhie is starting a new position as Senior Trading Operations Manager at Brevan Howard Digital
Joseph Graves is starting a new position as Founder Partner at Aligned Access
Donata Leonova is starting a new position as Business Development, International Equities at Citadel
Niall O'Connor is starting a new position as Fund Manager (Alternative Multi-Asset fund) at RM Funds at RM Funds
Susie Howe is starting a new position as Business Assistant at CVC Capital Partners Limited
AJ Bell has named Ian Aylward head of investment partnership, as part of a push to bolster its bespoke Managed Portfolio Service (MPS) proposition
Chelverton Asset Management has appointed veteran fund manager Julie Dean to manage its new UK Opportunities fund, focused on 35-55 all-cap UK equities
Point72 Asset Management has initiated a search for a new Japan Head with incumbent Toby Bartlett set to step down from the role in early next year. After leaving his current role, Bartlett will transition to a consultancy position for the hedge fund, founded by billionaire Steve Cohen
Andy McGlone, chief executive of Quilter Cheviot, has joined PIMFA’s board of directors
Neuberger Berman has hired Schroders’ former head of global fixed income and currency Paul Grainger as a managing director and senior fixed income portfolio manager
Jupiter Asset Management hired Niall Gallagher, Chris Sellers and Chris Legg, from GAM Investments' European equity team
Rathbones Asset Management has expanded its multi-asset team with the hire of equity research analyst Emma Letheren
AXA Investment Managers has promoted Ouajnat Karim to UK CEO, effective from 11 December and subject to regulatory approval. As part of the promotion, Karim will report to both Jean-Christophe Menioux, general secretary and CFO, as well as Geoffroy Reiss, COO and global head of transversal services for AXA IM Core
Legal & General is expected to axe a swathe of jobs in its new asset management division as part of a restructuring of the business
Prudential Financial has appointed Jacques Chappuis as president and CEO of PGIM. Chappuis will report to Andrew Sullivan, head of International Businesses and Global Investment Management for Prudential Financial. He succeeds David Hunt, who will retire as president and CEO and stay on as chairman
Tom Darnowski has been promoted to Schroders CEO Americas, effective January 1, 2025
Multi-strategy hedge fund Verition has bolstered its team by appointing Mark Almond as its new head of support. Almond joined Verition this week after a four-year stint at Schonfeld, another prominent hedge fund
Syz Capital, the $1.8bn alternatives investment arm of the family owned Syz Group, has appointed Ursula Nitschke as its new Head of Business Development and Investor Relations, with responsibility for capital raising and communications
Polymer Capital Management has brought on Chiga Murayama, a senior portfolio manager previously with BlueCrest Capital Management, following his departure after market turbulence in August caused significant losses among yen rates traders
Brazilian hedge fund SPX Capital has added to its US equity investment team with the appointment of Robert Kim, former Chief Investment Officer of AllianceBernstein’s AB Arya Partners, as a portfolio manager
John Curtice, a high-profile and costly recent hire by Millennium Management, has left the hedge fund less than a year after joining from rival firm ExodusPoint Capital Managment
Fass will join Two Sigma in March 2025 and report to co-CEOs Scott Hoffman and Carter Lyons
Quant hedge fund firm Two Sigma Investments has named Sarah Moore Fass – currently Chief Human Resources Officer at Bridgewater Associates – as its new Chief People Officer, a role created to enhance the firm’s focus on talent and organisational culture
Nikita Fadeev, the 29-year-old head of Fasanara Digital, is actively hiring experienced quants and developers to join his crypto hedge fund as the sector experiences renewed momentum
CME Group has extended Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Terry Duffy‘s contract through December 31, 2026. The company also announced Lynne Fitzpatrick will take on the expanded role of President and Chief Financial Officer. Additionally, its Chief Operating Officer Julie Holzrichter has decided to step down from her role to begin serving as an advisor to the company. Suzanne Sprague will succeed Holzrichter as Chief Operating Officer and Global Head of Clearing
Blackstone has announced that Chris James – currently Chief Operating Officer (COO) and a founding member of Blackstone Tactical Opportunities (Tac Opps). Blackstone has also announced the elevation of two long-time senior Tac Opps partners to expanded leadership roles for the business. Jas Khaira will be Head of Tactical Opportunities Americas and Qasim Abbas will be Head of Tactical Opportunities International
MarketAxess Holdings has announced that Founder and Executive Chairman Rick McVey will retire at the end of the year. McVey stepped down as CEO of MarketAxess in April 2023 after 23 years in that role, and has since been serving as Executive Chairman of the Board. Carlos Hernandez will succeed McVey as Chairman of the Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2025
✨SPARTAN INTERNATIONAL - TESTIMONIALS✨
“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
“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 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 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
“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.”
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
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✨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.
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