William Reed Ltd

As a international B2B media company we at William Reed know that quality journalism and creative content don’t appear out of thin air, they are the result of time, skill, and dedication. Yet, the UK government is considering changes that would allow AI companies to use our work without permission or payment. This isn’t just about protecting writers, photographers, and designers, it’s about ensuring a fair future for both creativity and AI innovation. It’s time to #MakeItFair. The government must uphold copyright protections and enforce transparency in AI. Creators deserve control over their work and fair compensation for its use. Find out more here > https://lnkd.in/e9_3mS-h

We are proud to announce that William Reed has won a Gold GroceryAid award for 2024. GroceryAid supports thousands of colleagues across the Grocery sector, including Financial, Emotional & Practical help. To find out more about the support that GroceryAid can offer, click here https://lnkd.in/dR_hgF2 #GAAwards24

William Reed Group, a global media company serving the agri-tech, food, beverage, retail and hospitality sectors, is proud to announce the appointment of Tracy De Groose as its new Chief Executive Officer, reporting into Charles Reed. Tracy brings a wealth of leadership experience and industry expertise to the role, marking a significant milestone in William Reed’s growth and strategic direction. In her new role, Tracy De Groose will oversee all aspects of William Reed’s global operations, including its portfolio of brands, digital platforms, exhibitions and events. Tracy previously served as UK CEO of Dentsu UK, where she led the business through a period of rapid growth and digital evolution. Most recently, Tracy served as Executive Chair of Newsworks, the news publishing industry’s marketing body. “We are thrilled to welcome Tracy to William Reed” said Charles Reed. “Tracy will be our first non-family CEO. Her proven track record of scaling brands and businesses, and her people-first mindset to leading change will be invaluable as we continue to evolve our business to meet the needs of our dynamic industries. Tracy’s appointment reflects our commitment to investing in leadership that enhances our long-term growth strategy.” Commenting on her appointment, Tracy De Groose said, “William Reed has a 160-year commitment to its purpose, its people, and the clients and audiences it serves. It has some incredibly strong brands, like The Grocer and World’s 50 Best. Over the last 20 years, the team have been successfully transforming the business during a period of significant digital disruption to deliver impressive growth and exceptional value for its customers. I feel honoured to have the opportunity to help shape the next stage of its growth." Tracy De Groose succeeds Charles Reed, who will continue to serve the business as Chair, when Mark Allin steps down at the end of the year. Charles will support and work with Tracy to continue the development of the business, liaising between the Board and Family shareholders to develop strong governance and succession planning and will play an ambassadorial role, representing the business and family where appropriate. For over 160 years, William Reed has been at the forefront of media, events, and market intelligence, delivering insightful content and business solutions to the agri-tech, food, beverage, retail and hospitality sectors. Tracy’s appointment reinforces the company’s commitment to maintaining its leadership position in these industries while expanding its capabilities in digital and global markets.

Thank you to all our colleagues for supporting Macmillan Cancer Support this week with bake sales at our offices. The bakes were delicious and everyone took the opportunity to connect with colleagues over a tasty slice of cake or a coffee, while raising money for such an important charity! #charity #macmillancoffeemorning #worldsbiggestcoffeemorning

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