Technology

Posted on August 15, 2019 by staff

US tech business appoints senior Manchester team

Technology

Seattle-based tech and strategy consulting firm Slalom has appointed four new in its Manchester-based office, first opening in April.

Founded in 2001, the firm has been named one of the best companies to work for by Forbes Magazine, Consulting Magazine, and Glassdoor.

Its four latest senior appointments begin with Lindsay Hymas, who will become the firm’s director, business advisory services.

Hymas has 16 years of experience including as a director in Deloitte and her own consultancy.

Catherine Wilks, previously COO for data and analytics in assurance at PwC, brings more than a decade of experience in business intelligence, data visualisation and analytics and will lead the Manchester office data and analytics team.

John Morgan joins the firm as a client service partner, bringing experience in account leadership roles for its largest global life sceinces clients in the UK and Switzerland.

Dennis O’Higgins joins as head of sales, and will work with existing and new clients. Previously of PwC, O’Higgins worked with clients across a range of industry sectors.

“As we become part of the fabric of Manchester’s business community, I’m delighted to announce the appointment of such talented leaders as a first step towards our goal of building a diverse team of 200 experienced people over the next five years,” commented Paul Squire, managing director for Slalom Manchester.