Caspian One

20/12/2024

What a week it’s been since our Awards Night! While we shared the big wins and achievements last week, we couldn’t resist sharing more of the fun side of the evening - because let’s be honest, it wasn’t just about trophies and Marcus Graziano's fabulous speech. It was about our team letting loose, hitting the dance floor, and celebrating everything we’ve accomplished together this year. 🕺💃

As we wind down for the holidays, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone in our network. Your support, collaboration, and trust mean the world to us, and we’re so excited about what 2025 has in store.

Here’s to a new year filled with big wins, new adventures, and hopefully a little more dancing along the way. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a fantastic start to the year ahead!

🎄✨ Cheers to 2025! ✨🎄

18/12/2024

🎉 Last Friday, we rolled out the red carpet for our 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁, a fantastic evening dedicated to celebrating the incredible achievements of our team this year. From recognising standout performances to acknowledging long-standing contributions, it was a night to remember!

🥂 Huge congratulations to our winners and nominees:

𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀: Mike Forbes
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀: Winner: James Morton 🎉 | Nominees: Ralph Barrett, James Morton, Matthew Payne
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀: Carl Hemsley
𝗕𝗼𝘅 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝘁: Ben Rutter
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗰𝘁: Winner: Max Chalkley 🎉 | Nominees: Nicola McGregor, John Watts, Max Chalkley
𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁-𝗟𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Sam Rocha
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆: Winner: Ralph Barrett 🎉 | Nominees: Ralph Barrett, Joel Bell, Jack F**t, Daniel Harwood
𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆: Winner: Olivia Beale 🎉 | Nominees: Stephanie Ross, Olivia Beale, George Stewart
𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Stephanie Ross
𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Diana Blankson
𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Phil Hodgetts (15 years of incredible service!)
And for a bit of fun… Worst Banter: Austin Green 🙃

💫 It’s moments like these that remind us how much we’ve achieved together. A big thank you to everyone who’s played a part in making this year such a success - we couldn’t do it without your passion, dedication, and teamwork!

As we wrap up an incredible year, we also want to wish everyone in our network a very Happy Holidays. 🎄✨ Here's to a bright and prosperous 2025!

Check out the highlights from our Awards Night in the photo carousel below ⬇️

05/06/2024

Caspian One is thrilled to announce that Ben Rutter, our Global Strategic Practice Manager (Data and analytics—kdb), and Sam Rocha, our Client Relationship Manager, will be attending The AI Summit on June 12th and 13th!

The AI Summit London brings together the brightest minds in technology and business to explore the transformative power of AI. With an incredible line-up of speakers and unparalleled opportunities for learning and networking, this is the place to be for anyone passionate about the future of AI.

Why are we attending?

🌟 To connect with thought leaders and innovators
🌟 To explore the latest trends in data and analytics, responsible AI, and diversity in tech
🌟 To gather insights on how AI can solve complex business challenges and drive transformation

Learn more at https://london.theaisummit.com/

Ben and Sam are eager to engage with fellow attendees, discuss industry trends, and explore collaborative opportunities. Don't miss the chance to connect with them! Reach out directly to schedule a meeting:

📧 Ben Rutter: [email protected] | 📞 +44 (0) 2036 919 171
📧 Sam Rocha: [email protected] | 📞 +44 (0) 2045 420 788
📅 Calendly: https://lnkd.in/eacJJjm5

Where commercial AI comes to life! Think unparalleled opportunities for learning, deep-dive discovery, and non-stop networking (not to mention the incredible line-up of heavyweight speakers).

04/06/2024

On Saturday, the team will take on the epic challenge of hiking 24km around the Purbeck, all in aid of raising money for the fantastic local charity Julia's House Children's Hospice.

With our current donations, we could help fund a daycare session at the hospice and help fund a 3-hour community respite session! We have just reached £2,000 with our next milestone being £2,500.

We wanted to give a massive thank you to those who have already donated to the cause and made a difference to those children and families in need.

Swipe to see updates and how your donations could help fund Julia's House!

04/06/2024

At Caspian One, we believe that genuine relationships and trust are the cornerstones of successful professional services. Our Senior Technology Lead, Neil Sinclair, knows this well from both sides of the table. Before joining us, Neil was Head of Investment Technology (Asset Management) at UBS and Head of Product for Trading at Point72. His journey from client to team member provides unique insights into the value we offer.

Neil shares his experience:

"What stood out to me about Caspian One was the personal relationships. You’re always speaking to someone real, fostering lasting relationships. Other organisations often make you feel like a product, but with Caspian One, you have a trusted ally by your side."

Common client pain points include feeling like just another number, being stage-managed, and lacking genuine support. At Caspian One, we address these by focusing on authentic interactions and added value. Neil’s feedback highlights how we stand out by being more than just a service provider; we’re partners in our client's success.

Want to Experience the Caspian One Difference?

Watch the full webinar caspianone.com/articles or contact us to learn how our relationship-driven approach can benefit your business.

31/05/2024

🌟 What a fantastic day for our team at Cherry Tree Nursery in Bournemouth! 🌿 Despite the weather not playing ball, we had a blast weeding and labelling plants.

Cherry Tree Nursery is a wonderful local charity part of the Sheltered Work Opportunities Project (SWOP). They promote therapeutic horticulture, providing valuable work experience in a supportive, non-pressured environment. It's inspiring to see how this amazing initiative helps individuals struggling with their mental health to flourish. 🌸💚

Thank you for having the Caspian Team!

28/05/2024

This week, we're excited to launch a new 'Hot Topics' series hosted by our Director of Professional Services, Ellen Price. In this series, we'll discuss transformations shaping the future of technology and business... including AI disruption, regulatory changes, and strategic shifts around diversity, inclusion, and ESG initiatives.

In our inaugural episode, Ellen is joined by:

🔹 Marcus Graziano, our Founder and CEO
🔹 Neil Sinclair, our Senior Technology Lead (former client, as Head of Investment Technology and Head of Product for Trading)

Kicking off the series, Marcus Graziano shares his thoughts on our journey from specialists in technology skills recruitment to leading providers of professional services. Here are some core themes discussed in the full episode:

🔍 The evolution of Caspian One
⚡ Overcoming challenges in changing market perceptions
🤝 Building and maintaining genuine client relationships
🌐 Trends and insights in AI disruption and regulatory changes
🌍 Strategies for diversity, inclusion, and ESG in technology

Ready to Learn More?

Watch the complete recording at https://lnkd.in/e5skPxTT or contact us directly to learn how Caspian One can help you optimise your potential.

15/05/2024

💚 This week marks Mental Health Awareness Week, and we’re diving into the theme of !

From morning stretches to brisk walks, moving your body is a powerful way to boost your mental health!

This week, we have planned a variety of activities aimed at getting us moving including lunchtime walking clubs to the beach, stretching sessions and morning sea dips 🌊🧘

29/04/2024

At the beginning of the quarter, we set a challenge for the team: a company fundraising challenge to Conquer the Coast—3,535 miles in 67 days!

We thought we would share some of the amazing places the team have been exploring to rack their miles up (and their all local to our area!)

To complement the challenge, we are fundraising for an extraordinary local charity, Julia's House. Our goal is to raise £7,000, and we need your help to achieve it! We have currently only raised 5% of our total!

Please help us achieve our goal. Every contribution matters.
Donation link: www.justgiving.com/page/caspianconquersthecoast

27/04/2024

🌟 We're thrilled to welcome our newest team members, who have joined Caspian One this month!

Each of them brings unique talents and fresh perspectives that will help us continue to innovate and grow.

Let's give them a warm welcome!

22/04/2024

🎬 Last week, Phil, the Strategic Account Manager for Broadcast, went to Las Vegas to attend NAB, the biggest Broadcast technology show.

He attended several interesting and insightful talks about the industry and networked with fellow professionals at the event.

Take a look at some of the highlights and keep an eye out, as we will share insights from his trip to NABshow2024.