7 August
2017: for immediate release
Directors’
Announcement under LR 9.6.11
Dame Helen Alexander CBE
Further to the announcement on 21 July
2017, it is with a profound and deep sadness that the Board
of UBM plc shares the news that its Chairman, Dame Helen Alexander CBE, passed away on 5 August
following a period of illness.
On behalf of the Board, Acting Chairman, Greg Lock said:
“The thoughts of everyone at UBM are with Helen’s family and
friends, and we extend our deepest sympathies to them. In her role
as Chairman, Helen has demonstrated exceptional leadership and was
critical to the successful re-creation of UBM as a leading events
business over the past four years.”
“In an extraordinarily successful and diverse career, Dame Helen
has been a leading figure in the international business, media and
education communities as well as being at the forefront of the
rightful promotion of the skills and capabilities of women in
business. All this and more she achieved with a gentle humility and
fundamental kindness.”
“We would like to salute a remarkable career and a wonderful
person.”
Contacts
Kate Postans |
Head of Investor
Relations & Corporate Communications |
investorrelations@ubm.com communications@ubm.com |
+44(0) 20 7921
5023 |
Caroline Daniel
Craig Breheny |
Brunswick Group |
ubm@brunswickgroup.com |
+44(0) 20 7404
5959 |
Notes to Editors
UBM plc is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the
world.
In an increasingly digital world, the value of connecting on a
meaningful, human level has never been more important. At
UBM, our deep knowledge and passion for the industry sectors we
serve allow us to create valuable experiences where people can
succeed. At our events people build relationships, close deals and
grow their businesses.
Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more
than 50 different industry sectors – from fashion to pharmaceutical
ingredients. Our global networks, skilled, passionate people
and market-leading events provide exciting opportunities for
business people to achieve their ambitions.
For more information, go to www.ubm.com; for UBM corporate news,
follow us on Twitter at @UBM.