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Some may say that business values are the guiding principles that drive our behaviours, and others feel that they inspire action or future growth, but we - [Andrew Jardine celebrates one year with MM Search](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/andrew-jardine-celebrates-one-year-with-mm-search/) - From what started as a request for an internship position, MM Search initially offered Andrew Jardine the role of Client Engagement Executive, which he balanced alongside his Marketing and Sports Degree at Stirling University. This flexible role offered Andrew both paid employment while also being able to get real business experience which he balanced alongside - [MM Search raises £35,000 for Ellie Soutter Foundation](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-raises-35000-for-ellie-soutter-foundation/) - We are still ecstatic after last week’s charity gala dinner, which we hosted in partnership with the Ellie Soutter Foundation (ESF) at the Malmaison in Glasgow’s Blythswood Square. This was our third event raising money for such a fantastic cause; this time round, we raised a massive £13,150, bringing the grand total of the three - [MM Athletes: Lee Gibson](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-athletes-lee-gibson/) - Launched in November 2022, MM Athletes is an innovative new programme that enables MM Search to support individuals in sport. With a diverse array of Athletes, including veteran Scottish weightlifter, George Byng, and Biggar Rugby Club player, Andy Jardine, the initiative intends to help sports stars achieve their full potential whether they are at grassroots - [MM Search proudly supports the new Robert Burns statue](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-proudly-supports-the-new-robert-burns-statue/) - MM Search, Scotland's award-winning executive search firm, is proud to support the creation of the National Statue of Robert Burns for the 21st Century. The statue has been commissioned by the Greenock Burns Club (The Mother Club), which has the proud accolade of being the world’s oldest Burns club, and is endorsed by the Robert - [Top recruitment trends to expect in 2023](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/top-recruitment-trends-to-expect-in-2023/) - Quiet quitting, the great resignation, the four-day working week and working from home have all been hotly debated within the Scottish business scene over the past 12 months, but what does that mean for 2023? More of the same or will recruitment trends focus solely on the war on talent? The way head-hunters and executive - [Glasgow Executive Search firm MM Search ends its first quarter on a high following a period of continued growth](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/glasgow-executive-search-firm-mm-search-ends-its-first-quarter-on-a-high-following-a-period-of-continued-growth/) - MM Search, Scotland’s award-winning and fastest-growing executive search firm, is ending the first quarter of its fifth year with a growth in turnover, a new team appointment, a promotion, and further senior hires in the pipeline. Managing Partner Ken Morrice says, “Building the team and nurturing talent is at the core of the MM Search - [It was back to school for MM Search this week](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/it-was-back-to-school-for-mm-search-this-week/) - It was back to school for MM Search this week; founding managing partner Derek MacFeate retraced his steps and paid homage to his alma mater, Kelvinside Academy in Glasgow. Derek and Client Engagement Executive Andrew Jardine were invited to present to the S6 pupils to give them insight into their career journeys and how best - [Supporting incredible sport](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/supporting-incredible-sport/) - George Byng Sport is hugely important to many members of the MM Search team and our business ethos and mindset aligns with that of top athletes and competitors. This is why we have launched MM Athletes, an exciting new initiative that will see MM Search support sportspeople across a range of different disciplines. This week - [MM Search launches ground-breaking recruitment app](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-launches-ground-breaking-recruitment-app/) - MM Search, Scotland’s fastest-growing executive search firm, has launched an innovative new app that is set to revolutionise the way recruiters and candidates communicate. Since launching in 2018, MM Search has been challenging the traditional recruitment model and transforming the way that businesses hire leaders. The MM Search app is the latest development for this - [2022’s tech job cuts](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/tech-redundancies/) - MM Search Business Delivery Manager, Ewen Macphie, considers the recent spike in technology redundancies and the impact this is having within the UK. Over the past few weeks there has been extensive press coverage of the large-scale redundancies taking place within the technology sector around the world. Reports suggest that 24,000 tech workers in the USA - [Derek MacFeate joins Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce Board](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/derek-macfeate-joins-inverclyde-chamber-of-commerce-board/) - MM Search Managing Founding Partner, Derek MacFeate, has joined the Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Inverclyde Chamber of Commerce was originally incorporated in 1813 to encourage and promote trade and manufacturing in the area. Since then, the Chamber has grown to reflect Inverclyde’s evolving business community and supports companies across various industries to be successful - [Do you ever really clock out?](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/do-you-ever-clock-out/) - Business Delivery Manager, Rory Cleat, checked in with his LinkedIn audience to ask how they manage their email inboxes outside of nine to five. Not so many years ago, when employees left the office, they would leave their emails behind. Now however, we all have instant access to our inboxes whether we’re on the train, at - [Professional networking: have you been contacted?](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/linked-in-recruitment/) - Business Delivery Manager, Euan Bodie, hosted a LinkedIn poll to find out what proportion of his online community have been approached by recruitment consultants on the platform. With more than 850 million users across almost every sector, LinkedIn represents a valuable resource for recruiters, with many professionals utilising the platform in their headhunting. I reached out to my - [The tech sector – would you make the move?](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/the-tech-sector-in-scotland/) - Business Delivery Manager, Ewen MacPhie, shared a poll with his LinkedIn community to find out if they would consider working in the UK’s thriving technology sector. The technology sector has been growing rapidly over the last year and, in response to the increased demand for candidates, in April 2022 MM Search launched a dedicated technology and - [Meet the Team: Sarah Belbin](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-sarah-belbin/) - Sarah Belbin is one of our newest recruits and has joined the team as a Business Delivery Manager, focusing on our recently established technology and digital division. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment when…I was interviewing for my first full-time job. The recruiter asked me where I saw myself in five years’ time - [We’re a finalist in the British Recruitment Awards 2022](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/were-a-finalist-in-the-british-recruitment-awards-2022/) - The British Recruitment Awards celebrate those who are truly passionate about recruitment’s role in building thriving organisations across 18 individual categories. MM Search has been shortlisted in the Executive Recruitment Agency of the Year category alongside some very worthy competitors, including Forsyth Barnes, Hayes & Partners, Intuitive and Oliver Sanderson. 2022 has been an amazing - [Invest in your company culture](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/invest-in-your-company-culture/) - At MM Search, we understand that a business is only as good as the people in it, and our experts are sharing their inside knowledge and ideas to help boost staff retention. This week, MM Search’s Business Delivery Manager, Rory Cleat, explains how investing in your company culture could reduce employee churn and create a - [Five ways to boost staff retention](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/five-ways-to-boost-staff-retention/) - At MM Search, we understand that a business is only as good as the people in it, and our experts are sharing their inside knowledge and ideas to help boost staff retention. This week, MM Search's Business Delivery Manager, Ewen Macphie, highlights the importance of open and honest communication when holding on to top talent. - [My Executive Search Journey](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/my-executive-search-journey/) - At MM Search we understand that everyone’s career path looks a little different, and we pride ourselves on finding ways to support and accommodate our team members as they grow and progress. Here, Client Engagement Executive, Andrew Jardine, shares his own unique journey into the world of executive search… “From a very young age I - [What does MM Search and its clients do best – talk with passion and purpose!](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/what-does-mm-search-and-its-clients-do-best-talk-with-passion-and-purpose/) - What does MM Search and its clients do best – talk with passion and purpose! This week we launched “Future Leaders”, an immersive networking career forum to support future leaders from all industries. However, it is much more than traditional networking. We aim to create an informal platform focused on story sharing to help career - [Home or away, the hybrid question](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/home-or-away-the-hybrid-question/) - Over the summer months, MM Search's Business Delivery Manager, Euan Bodie, has been using LinkedIn polls to gain insight into his community's working scenarios and opinions. Here he shares the results of his most recent poll… In my previous LinkedIn poll, I uncovered that 25% of respondents considered working from home or hybrid working options - [Meet the team: Derek MacFeate](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-derek-macfeate/) - Derek MacFeate is MM Search’s Founding Managing Partner and his passion for people and professional drive have led to him becoming one of the most respected names in the recruitment industry. I started MM Search…To keep challenging myself. I had always wanted to work for myself, but I felt that I would prefer to start - [MM Search Renews Support of Greenock Wanderers Rugby Football Club](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-renews-support-of-greenock-wanderers-rugby-football-club/) - MM Search is delighted to announce that the business has recently signed a further three-year sponsorship deal with Greenock Wanderers Rugby Football Club. MM Search has been the main sponsor of GWRFC since the business launched in 2018, and the team is thrilled to continue its support of this historic club and grassroots sport. "It's - [Meet the team: Douglas Hamilton](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/douglas-hamilton-heads-up-our-technology-executive-search-division-and-his-passion-for-the-sector-and-his-wealth-of-experience-mean-that-this-new-department-is-set-to-make-waves-within-the-industry/) - Douglas Hamilton heads up our Technology Executive Search Division and his passion for the sector and his wealth of experience mean that this new department is set to make waves within the industry. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment…Very recently! I originally approached Ken to help me find a job and the rest - [Meet the team: Ken Morrice](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/ken-morrice-is-mm-searchs-founding-managing-partner-and-whether-hes-training-for-a-triathlon-or-mentoring-a-new-recruit-youll-find-that-he-always-goes-the-extra-mile/) - Ken Morrice is MM Search’s Founding Managing Partner and whether he’s training for a triathlon or mentoring a new recruit, you’ll find that he always goes the extra mile. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment when…A recruitment company I was working with made me an offer! Before then I had worked with a - [  Meet the team: Euan Bodie](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/euan-bodie-joined-the-team-after-he-graduated-in-2021-and-has-already-secured-promotion-to-the-role-of-business-delivery-manager-he-is-in-regular-contact-with-our-clients-and-candidates-and-prides-hi/) - Euan Bodie joined the team after he graduated in 2021 and has already secured promotion to the role of Business Delivery Manager. He is in regular contact with our clients and candidates and prides himself on his excellent communication skills. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment when…I came out of university just over - [Meet the Team: Ewen Macphie](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-ewen-macphie/) - Business Delivery Executive, Ewen Macphie is one of our newest recruits and his drive, ambition and caring nature mean that he is already an important member of the MM Search family. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment when…I spoke to Ken and Derek. My background was in HR but after a couple of - [Salary transparency, is clarity the best policy?](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/salary-transparency-is-clarity-the-best-policy/) - Business Delivery Manager, Rory Cleat, put a question to his LinkedIn community to get their take on one of the recruitment world’s burning issues… In July of this year, I posted a poll on my LinkedIn page to discover how my community feel about salary transparency and the inclusion of compensation details within job adverts. - [Meet the team: Natalie Reid](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-natalie-reid/) - Natalie Reid joined the team as a Business Delivery Executive in early 2022 and has recently returned to the office after taking extended leave to fulfil her dreams of travelling in Asia. The thing I love most about working with the MM Search team is…The culture is very positive, open-minded and transparent. Everyone is honest - [Meet the team: Andrew Jardine](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-andrew-jardine/) - Andrew joined the team during his third year at Stirling University and quickly made the role of Client Engagement Executive his own. When he’s not in the office, you’re likely to find Andrew working with his other team, Biggar Rugby Club. When I’m not at work, you’ll usually find me…Playing rugby – most of my - [Meet the Team: Jen Gillan](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-jen-gillan/) - Jen Gillan is our Marketing Insights Manager and she is instrumental in sharing the MM Search brand far and wide. She has recently returned to the office after maternity leave and we are delighted to have her back. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment when…Ken and Derek offered me the opportunity to make - [Meet the Team: Rory Cleat](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-rory-cleat/) - Rory Cleat, joined the team during the height of the pandemic and quickly progressed within the business. Today he is one of our Business Delivery Managers and spends much of his time interacting with our valued clients and candidates. I joined the MM Search team…In November 2020, which was a strange time to start a - [We're a Finalist in the Global Recruiter UK Awards 2022](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/were-a-finalist-in-the-global-recruiter-uk-awards-2022/) - We are delighted to announce that we've been named a Finalist in The Global Recruiter Awards for 2022 in the "Best Employer Brand" category. The Global Recruiter Awards highlight the recruitment industry's strengths and achievements and recognise the companies and individuals who have demonstrated best practice, leading-edge thinking and more over the last 12 months. - [Meet the Team: Danielle Mullen](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/meet-the-team-danielle-mullen/) - Danielle Mullen is our Operations Manager, and she oversees much of the work we do here at MM Search. Danielle has been with the company since early 2020, and her unparalleled organisational skills have been invaluable to our growth and development. I decided I wanted to work in recruitment…Recruitment was intended to be a stop-gap - [Nurturing talent from within the company is a huge focus for the team at MM Search and one that has recently come to fruition following the promotion of Danielle Mullen to Operations Manager.](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/nurturing-talent-from-within-the-company-is-a-huge-focus-for-the-team-at-mm-search-and-one-that-has-recently-come-to-fruition-following-the-promotion-of-danielle-mullen-to-operations-manager/) - Joining the firm in February 2020, Danielle has proven to be a vital piece of the jigsaw that holds MM Search and its many moving parts together (whilst also ensuring everything moves seamlessly with expert organisation!)… Here Danielle tells us what this new role means to her: “Moving from a sizeable corporate headhunter to a - [Candidate representation in the tech sector](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/candidate-representation-in-the-tech-sector/) - MM Search’s Head of IT and Technology Executive Search, Douglas Hamilton, examines how we can support candidates in the current job market. The digital skills gap within the tech sector in Scotland has been well publicised and a recent study by job search engine Adzuna, analysed by Tech Nation for the UK’s Digital Economy Council, - [What candidates really want](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/what-candidates-really-want/) - MM Search’s Business Delivery Manager, Euan Bodie, shares the results of a recent LinkedIn poll. LinkedIn polls can be a great way of gaining audience insights and taking a snapshot of the opinions of your online community. With this in mind, in early June I asked my own LinkedIn community what the most important factor - [Join the top 50](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/join-the-top-50/) - Our ReMMarkable team make MM Search what it is… from an agile start-up three years ago to a fledgling team of 19, everyone is part of the journey at MM Search, from our Resourcing team through to our Marketing Insights Manager. Plus, we are proud to say that our company culture has been recognised by - [Scotland’s tech talent gap](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/scotlands-tech-talent-gap/) - MM Search’s Head of IT and Tech Executive Search, Douglas Hamilton, reviews the challenges currently faced by businesses seeking tech talent in Scotland. As we move towards the end of the second quarter, demand for tech talent is continuing to soar, with an abundance of opportunities for IT candidates of all levels. However, while this - [Job vacancies reach new heights](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/job-vacancies-reach-new-heights/) - MM Search Business Delivery Manager, Rory Cleat, examines the high volume of job vacancies being seen across the sectors in the UK. In the first quarter of 2022, we reported that the UK was seeing a rising demand for talent, and these figures have now reached new heights, with the Office for National Statistics stating, - [The urgency of the climate crisis means that many companies are now recruiting talent that can help them to develop and implement strategies that will further their net-zero journey.](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/the-urgency-of-the-climate-crisis-means-that-many-companies-are-now-recruiting-talent-that-can-help-them-to-develop-and-implement-strategies-that-will-further-their-net-zero-journey/) - MM Search Business Delivery Manager, Euan Bodie, looks at how businesses in Scotland have renewed their focus on environmental issues in the wake of the COP26 summit in Glasgow in November 2021. Although the climate crisis is not a new issue, COP26 and its publicity served to underline the urgency of the challenge. Six months - [The Inspiring Workplaces Group announced its first-ever Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces across EMEA, and we are delighted to say that MM Search has made it onto the coveted list.](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/the-inspiring-workplaces-group-announced-its-first-ever-top-50-inspiring-workplaces-across-emea-and-we-are-delighted-to-say-that-mm-search-has-made-it-onto-the-coveted-list/) - We are also pleased to announce that we have been named a finalist in the 2022 Inspiring Workplaces Awards - EMEA. Sitting alongside big and small brands such as the BBC, Blood Cancer, BUPA, NHS, and Places for People, we are thrilled to be keeping such good company. The awards focus on company culture, purpose, leadership, - [MM Search has welcomed another Saltire Scotland Intern, Heather Thomson from Glasgow University](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-has-welcomed-another-saltire-scotland-intern-heather-thomson-from-glasgow-university/) - MM Search launched its first Executive Intern Programme with rising stars from top Scottish Universities in 2021. In collaboration with the Saltire Scholar internship programme, run by Entrepreneurial Scotland, MM Search is offering this paid Summer 2022 internship for five months. Heather has taken on an Intern Executive role within the firm and gave us - [What gives businesses the edge?](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/what-gives-businesses-the-edge/) - Awards season is truly upon us, and this week was a welcome break from being a finalist (awaiting your fate is a true test of patience!), as I was sitting on the other side of the fence as a judge. Judging awards is never easy, but it is a huge privilege and always inspiring. This - [2022’s first quarter sees rising recruitment activity](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/2022s-first-quarter-sees-rising-recruitment-activity/) - MM Search Business Delivery Manager, Rory Cleat explains why a surge in recruitment activity in Scotland is seeing an increased demand for staff in both temporary and permanent positions... The March 2022 edition of the Royal Bank of Scotland Report on Jobs Survey highlights that March saw permanent placements increase at the second-fastest rate as - [Scotland's growing tech sector](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/scotlands-growing-tech-sector/) - The technology sector has been expanding at pace for some time as businesses digitise more of their processes and rely increasingly on software for everything from accounting to communications. This industry boom has led to the demand for highly qualified tech talent hitting new heights and opportunities for candidates looking to develop their careers. While - [The great mid-market shift](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/the-great-mid-market-shift/) - Job vacancies rose to a new record between December 2021 and February 2022, with 1,318,000 vacant positions in the UK. With such a wealth of roles available, competition in the talent marketplace is fierce, which can make attracting and retaining the right candidates challenging. Here, MM Search shares how a recruitment partner can elevate a - [We’re a Finalist in the British HR Awards 2022](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/were-a-finalist-in-the-british-hr-awards-2022/) - We are delighted to announce that we’ve been named a Finalist in the British HR Awards 2022 in the “Recruitment Partner of the Year” category. With a range of categories including ‘Best Overall People Experience,’ ‘Wellness Initiative of the Year’ and ‘Rising Star of the Year’ the British HR Awards 2022 sets out to discover - [The team at MM Search were delighted to be invited to the President’s Suite at BT Murrayfield...](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/the-team-at-mm-search-were-delighted-to-be-invited-to-the-presidents-suite-at-bt-murrayfield/) - The team at MM Search were delighted to be invited to the President’s Suite at BT Murrayfield on Saturday, 26 February 2022, and be selected to meet HRH, Princess Anne, prior to Scotland V France in Round 3 of the Six Nations. As headline sponsors of Greenock Wanderers Rugby Football Club (GWRFC), sport is a - [MM Search reveals the essential personality traits and skills of a great headhunter…  ](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-reveals-the-essential-personality-traits-and-skills-of-a-great-headhunter/) - MM Search reveals the essential personality traits and skills of a great headhunter… Ambitious and tenacious Ambition is a helpful trait in many industries, and this is certainly true within the recruitment sector, which can be target orientated. Tenacity, drive, and even a dash of competitive spirit can empower you to achieve your personal - [Entrepreneurial Scotland: Saltire Programme 2022](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/entrepreneurial-scotland-saltire-programme-2022/) - Our Managing Partner, Kenneth Morrice, recently conducted the 2022 Saltire Programmes interviews on behalf of Entrepreneurial Scotland and was thoroughly impressed with the calibre and confidence of the students involved. As a business, MM Search annually takes part in this initiative and will be looking for two new Intern Executives from Entrepreneurial Scotland to join us in 2022. MM Search Founding - [MM Search announces new website launch](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-announces-new-website-launch/) - MM Search, Scotland's fastest-growing executive search firm, invests in digital shakeup with a new website and deeper interactive online presence. Partnering with MTC Media to support the headhunter's mission to be more interactive and digital-first. The new website provides candidates with an immersive MM Search experience from the first contact; it will also better support - [MM Search kicks off 2022 with a graduate appointment](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-kicks-off-2022-with-a-graduate-appointment/) - MM Search, Scotland’s fastest-growing executive search firm, kicks off 2022 with a graduate appointment. Natalie Reid will be taking on the role of Business Delivery Executive. Studying at the University of Glasgow, Natalie graduated with an LLB (Honours) (First Class) with Business Management. MM Search Founding Managing Partner, Derek MacFeate, says, “The firm has experienced rapid - [2021 - Ambition and Mindset](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/2021-ambition-and-mindset/) - This time last year, we wrote about Scotland’s business landscape flexing and bending with the changes that had been enforced, endured, and embraced. Throughout 2020 there were some evident and surprising trends emerging, particularly in recruitment, from the increase in the demand for interim professionals to digital hiring and a new way of hybrid working. - [IT Sector offering more opportunities than ever](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/it-sector-offering-more-opportunities-than-ever/) - The infrastructure of nearly every business is reliant upon its IT and tech team. We all know the importance of the digital side of every organisation and the critical role it plays in the running, management, and evolution of a business. Almost every industry has changed how it operates in the past two years, and - [Mm Search appointed by FirstPoint USA](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-appointed-by-firstpoint-usa/) - MM Search has been appointed by the world-leading US sports scholarship and university admissions agency FirstPoint USA. Since launching in 2001, Scottish-based FirstPoint USA has gone from strength to strength. In 2020, the company launched a revolutionary digital platform that removes the prohibitive cost from the scholarship application process and makes it more accessible to - [I am reaching that all-important one year in a new job milestone..](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/i-am-reaching-that-all-important-one-year-in-a-new-job-milestone/) - I am reaching that all-important one-year in a new job milestone; so now is as good a time as any to reflect on the past year. In many ways, I feel like I have been part of the team at MM Search for a lot longer than a year, I know I have a lot - [Headhunting a headhunter](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/headhunting-a-headhunter/) - Despite the challenges the last two years have thrown at businesses across all sectors, MM Search has continued to go from strength to strength. Following an increase in turnover of over 100% from 2020 and a recent prestigious award nomination, the team are now preparing to enter the next phase of their development as they - [MM Search supports SHS Trading Ltd](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-supports-shs-trading-ltd/) - MM Search works with businesses in every sector, from retail and beauty to property and drinks. This spectrum of experience means that the team understands the unique challenges of each industry and their specific requirements when it comes to executive search. This is why SHS Trading Ltd chose MM Search to fulfil their recruitment needs. - [MM Search celebrates 3 years in business](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-celebrates-3-years-in-business/) - MM Search, Scotland’s fastest-growing executive search firm, is celebrating three years in business with a substantial rise in revenues, an office expansion on the horizon and a recruitment drive. As the company completes its third year, MM Search is pleased to report a significant increase in turnover with a rise of 116% and several high-profile - [MM Search’s very own Ironman](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-searchs-very-own-ironman/) - MM Search is always proud of the team, but we are particularly proud of Founding Managing Partner Ken Morrice this month. In September 2021, Ken headed to Nice to take part in France’s famous Ironman event. The gruelling triathlon requires participants to swim 3.8km in the sea before completing a mountainous 180km cycle ride. Finally, - [Giving grassroots sport a helping hand](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/giving-grassroots-sport-a-helping-hand/) - In addition to supporting sporting charities such as the Ellie Soutter Foundation, MM Search is passionate about shining a light on grassroots sport. MM Search is committed to funding projects and supporting the development of several Scottish sports clubs, including Greenock Wanderers Rugby Football Club and Ladies 1st XV. Through hosting events and sponsorships, the - [Visit to Alfred Dunhill Links Championship](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/visit-to-alfred-dunhill-links-championship/) - We were delighted to host some of our fantastic clients at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship this year. Played annually over the historic Old Course at StAndrews, alongside the Championship Course at Carnoustie and 'modern classic', Kingsbarns. With spectacular views of the Old Course and the sun shining upon us, St.Andrews offered a brilliant day - [MM Search helps appoint new SalesAgility CEO](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-helps-appoint-new-salesagility-ceo/) - This year the MM Search team were delighted to begin working with SalesAgility, an open-source software consultancy focused on customer relationship management (CRM) solutions for organisations worldwide. SalesAgility authors and maintains the world’s most popular open-source CRM software, SuiteCRM, and offers its diverse client base a 360-degree view of their customers. By providing this enhanced - [While the world's eyes are on Glasgow as the host city for COP26...](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/while-the-worlds-eyes-are-on-glasgow-as-the-host-city-for-cop26/) - We thought we would share with you what makes Glasgow unique to us. According to the organisers, Glasgow was selected due to its "experience, commitment to sustainability and world-class facilities", we couldn't agree more. Glasgow is the location of the MM Search Headquarters and also home to our founding managing partners, both with strong Glasgow - [Leaders never stop learning](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/leaders-never-stop-learning/) - It was back to school for MM Search this week; three of the team are former pupils of St.Columba's (all different year groups, we must add!). Ken, Rory and intern Keava were invited to present to the SV/SVI pupils as part of the pupils' leadership programme. Ken Morrice, Founding Managing Partner, MM Search, said: “We - [MM Search announces promotion and new hires](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-announces-promotion-and-new-hires/) - MM Search, Scotland’s fastest-growing executive search firm, announces promotion within the team following rapid employee growth to meet surging search demand. Rory Cleat has been promoted to Business Delivery Manager after only nine months in the business. MM Search Founding Managing Partner Ken Morrice says: “Encouraging career development is more important than ever for our - [Business Delivery Executive Euan Bodie...](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/business-delivery-executive-euan-bodie-2/) - One of MM Search's most recent recruits is Business Delivery Executive Euan Bodie. A Marketing Management graduate from Edinburgh Napier University, Euan has also owned and run his own business and is eager to bring his expertise to this new position. Here's what he had to say about his first month at MM Search… So - [Halfway through the MM Search Executive Intern Programme...](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/halfway-through-the-mm-search-executive-intern-programme/) - Halfway through the MM Search Executive Intern Programme, another rising star from a top Scottish university joined MM Search for the summer. In collaboration with the Saltire Scholar internship programme, run by Entrepreneurial Scotland, MM Search has offered two paid Summer 2021 internships to third-year students from St. Andrews University and Heriot-Watt. Harry Browne will - [How will flexible working policies impact the interim market?](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/how-will-flexible-working-policies-impact-the-interim-market/) - I read with interest the recent research from Accenture, which revealed that nearly one in four Scottish employees at financial services firms would prefer to work entirely from home in the future*. What do you think? Do you favour returning to the office full time, or is a part-time, flexible office life more for you? - [MM Search shortlisted in The Global Recruiter Awards](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/mm-search-shortlisted-in-the-global-recruiter-awards/) - Scotland's fastest-growing executive search firm, MM Search, has been shortlisted in the Best Newcomer category of The Global Recruiter UK Awards 2021. The Global Recruiter UK Awards are highly regarded and serve as a celebration of the recruitment industry, rewarding companies that have proved outstanding within the sector. 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The speakers will be on hand to answer key questions about ## Academy Videos - [Episode 4 | NED Academy](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/episode-4-ned-academy/) - The MM Search Non-Exec Academy experienced speakers give further insights by answering more questions about various aspects of being a Non-Exec Director. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xatSAlvqchI - [Episode 6 | NED Academy](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/episode-6-ned-academy/) - Tricia McAuley OBE and David Duke MBE answer more questions on aspects of the role of Non-Exec Director. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vDM2O500WrA - [Episode 5 | NED Academy](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/episode-5-ned-academy/) - Tricia McAuley OBE and David Duke MBE answer questions on aspects of the role of Non-Exec Director. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2k1RFmpiSg - [Episode 3 | NED Academy](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/episode-3-ned-academy/) - The MM Search Non-Exec Academy experienced speakers give further insights by answering more questions about various aspects of being a Non-Exec Director. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dHbxkhpxqA4 - [Episode 2 | NED Academy](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/episode-2-ned-academy/) - The Non-Exec Academy experienced speakers give insights by answering questions about various aspects of being a Non-Exec Director. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urA7ti_U788 - [Episode 1 | NED Academy](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/episode-1-ned-academy/) - Advice from the MM Search Non-Exec Director Academy speakers panel on how to start off on your non-exec director journey. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oysKqKWaJCc - [NED Series 3 - Episode 3](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/ned-series-3-episode-3/) - Margaret Gibson OBE, Peter Queen and Shiela Gunn, experienced non-executive directors, answer more questions relating to the role of NED in the current climate. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5Cmh_CqpHc - [NED Series 3 - Episode 2](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/ned-series-3-episode-2/) - Margaret Gibson OBE, Peter Queen and Sheila Gunn, experienced non-executive directors, answer further questions for candidates considering NED roles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDOIIJxo5Yo - [NED Series 3 - Episode 1](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/ned-series-3-episode-1/) - Margaret Gibson OBE, Peter Queen and Shiela Gunn, experienced non-executive directors, offer their advise to prospective non-executive directors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQF7xpqpg1g - [Academy Success Stories](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/academy-success-stories/) - Academy members talk about their new roles as Non-Executive Directors and how the Academy has helped them. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lvAWeZ69Fo - [Dumfries and Galloway Housing Partnership Seek Non-Executive Directors to Join Their Board](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/dumfries-and-galloway-housing-partnership-seek-non-executive-directors-to-join-their-board/) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0gRB9HrVd4w - [Headhunter MM Search bolsters team with two key appointments](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/academy-video/headhunter-mm-search-bolsters-team-with-two-key-appointments/) - MM Search, Scotland’s fastest-growing Executive Search firm, has expanded its team with the appointment of Jonny Waugh as Associate Partner and Rory Cleat as Business Delivery Executive. Celebrating two years in business, MM Search saw surging revenue in its second year as it continues to grow, operating across 15 countries. The Glasgow-based company’s turnover rose ## Speakers - [David Duke MBE](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/david-duke-mbe/) - David Duke founded Street Soccer Scotland to use football to create positive change in the lives of socially disadvantaged adults and young people across the country. Street Soccer is fortunate to have the support of Sir Alex Ferguson and Eric Cantona who have both been speakers at their events in recent years. David is a well known - [Neil Alan Stevenson](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/neil-alan-stevenson/) - CEO of Scottish Legal Complaints Commission (SLCC), Neil also holds a variety of Non-Executive positions across several organisations, including Notably. Neil is Chair of the Board of Changing the Chemistry, a diverse group that seeks to improve organisational effectiveness by increasing the diversity of thought on all types of boards and offers skills in a - [Sir Harry Burns](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/sir-harry-burns/) - Sir Harry Burns is now Professor of Global Public Health for Strathclyde University as well as Chair of the Wheatley Foundation. He has become renowned for his work to understand and tackle health inequalities, having performed Ted Talks, written numerous articles and undertaken countless interviews on the subject. Sir Harry was knighted in 2011 in - [Julie Ashworth](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/julie-ashworth/) - Julie Ashworth is also Scotland’s lead for Women on Boards, Chair of Institute of Directors Edinburgh and Non Executive Director at a number of organisations. Julie is the founder, owner and Managing Director of Broadreach Retail, which provides specialist leadership consulting services to global blue chip retailers since 1999 Her experience includes Retail Director for the - [Margaret Gibson OBE](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/margaret-gibson-obe/) - An inspiring leader, Margaret’s lifelong mission is to help others to fulfil their business ambitions and inspire people from a young age. At the EY Foundation, she helps young people from disadvantaged backgrounds realise their potential. What defines being young in the context of the NED? What makes up the role of the NED? - [Sheila Gunn](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/sheila-gunn/) - Sheila currently holds a number of Non-Executive roles across a range of sectors including member of the Accounts Commission, a Non-Executive Director of the Scottish Building Society, a member of the ICAS Ethics Board and a trustee of the Chartered Banker Institute. She joined the Wheatley Group Board in 2012. Have you ever felt over committed - [Peter Queen](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/peter-queen/) - Having started off in Construction, Peter classes himself as 'sector agnostic'. Working across various sectors over the years has given him the opportunity to bring fresh thinking and an objective approach to the challenges new markets can offer. Peter also has experience as a Non-Executive Director with Lifelink - a social enterprise with the mental health and - [Trisha McAuley OBE](https://www.mmsearch.co.uk/speaker/trisha-mcauley-obe/) - Trisha has been a former board member of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and of the Scottish Environment Protection Agency. 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