UK Board appointments at Universal WorldEvents
pharmafile | November 15, 2012 | Appointment | Manufacturing and Production, Medical Communications, Research and Development, Sales and Marketing | Universal WorldEvents
Healthcare events firm Universal WorldEvents has appointed Denise Abbott and Nicola Burns to its Board.
Abbott (pictured) joined Universal WorldEvents sister company, Ashfield Healthcare 13 years ago. During her career with the Ashfield Group she has held various positions within the division including head of Training and Development and head of Recruitment.
Abbott said: “I am thrilled to take on the mantle of UK MD. With a number of new business wins and staff appointments over the past year, it is an exciting time for the UK team and I look forward to leading further growth over the coming months.”
In addition to Denise’s appointment, Nicola Burns has also been appointed to the Board as Operational Effectiveness director. Burns has over 20 years’ experience in the healthcare industry, and started working with Universal WorldEvents’ sister company In2Focus Ltd in 2002.
In the 10 years within the company, she has worked in a number of different roles, including head of Sales Operations, head of Business Services and most recently as head of HR & Training.
Graham McIntosh, Group managing director, commented: “We are delighted to be making these two appointments. Denise has had a hugely positive impact within our organisation over the last two years and we look forward to seeing continued growth of the UK operation under Denise’s guidance and leadership.”






