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Andrew Himsley

Chief Executive Officer

Profile Overview



Name: Andrew David Himsley
Company: DeHavilland Information Services Limited
Position: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: London, United Kingdom
Education: Loughborough University
LinkedIn Connections: 500+
Nationality: British
Date of Birth: July 1980

Professional Experience



Andrew Himsley was appointed as the CEO of DeHavilland on October 31, 2022. Prior to this, he was responsible for running the derivatives information services business at Euromoney. His background includes significant experience in data, product development, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Key Roles and Responsibilities:



1. CEO at DeHavilland Information Services Limited:
  • Oversight of company operations and strategic direction.

  • Focused on supporting the company's ambitious growth plans, backed by growth investor Bridgepoint.

  • Spearheading data-driven product development and M&A activities.

  • Hosting key industry events and leading teams to engage with policymakers and clients.


2. Director Roles:
  • Crossfire Newco Limited (Appointed August 2023)

  • Forefront Advisers Limited (Appointed July 2023)

  • BG Topco 5 Limited, BG Bidco 5 Limited, BG Midco 5 Limited, BG Lower Midco 5 Limited (All appointed October 2022)


Professional Achievements and Activities:



  • Acquisitions: Recently involved in the acquisition of EU-based political monitoring specialist One Policy Place (OPP), illustrating his commitment to expanding DeHavilland's reach within the EU.

  • Public Engagement: Actively participates in political conferences and events, such as the Labour and Conservative Party Conferences, alongside Forefront Advisers. Notably, he welcomed guests to the Labour Party Conference reception.


Company Information



DeHavilland
  • Industry: Publishing, Public Affairs

  • Founded: 1998

  • Headquarters: London, United Kingdom



DeHavilland provides premium political intelligence, offering political monitoring, stakeholder management, and policy research support to public affairs and government relations sectors. The company's extensive operations involve keeping clients informed about legislative changes and policy developments.

Recent Key Activities



  • Appointment Announcement: On November 2, 2022, DeHavilland officially announced Andrew's appointment, emphasizing his previous role at Euromoney and his expertise in data and M&A.

  • Labour Party Conference 2024: DeHavilland actively engaged in the Labour Party Conference of 2024, with Andrew leading events and discussions, indicating a proactive approach in engaging with political developments.

  • Company Expansion: Under Andrew's leadership, DeHavilland has embarked on growth trajectories, including strategic acquisitions such as One Policy Place, aiming to enhance their scale and scope in the EU market.


Personal and Contact Information



Andrew Himsley is recognized for his dynamic leadership in the public affairs and publishing sector. Given his extensive network and professional background, he is well-positioned to drive growth and innovation at DeHavilland.

LinkedIn Profile: [Andrew Himsley - LinkedIn](https://uk.linkedin.com/in/andrew-himsley-11815ab)