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Adam Williams, new CEO, UKIPO
13 December 2022Sarah Speight

UKIPO appoints permanent chief executive

Interim CEO becomes permanent | Appointee “brings broad leadership experience and deep knowledge of the IPO” | Appointment “concludes a period of change at IPO”.

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