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04 May 2016
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Rachel Holmes—7BR

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Chambers announces the appointment of new chief executive

7BR has announced the appointment of Rachel Holmes as chief executive. Rachel joins 7BR from BPP University where she previously held positions as director of marketing, driving the global commercial strategy of the University; and head of undergraduate programmes, responsible for the educational and operational success at BPP Business School. She brings with her a wealth of experience in strategic development, marketing strategy, people development and business management—which she earlier developed during her time as commercial director at EF Education Ltd.

Collingwood Thompson QC, head of 7BR, says: “We are very pleased to have Rachel on board to further develop and strengthen chambers. Her business background and commercial experience makes her the ideal person to take us forward.. We are all looking forward to working with Rachel as our new chief executive”.

Rachel says: “I am delighted and honoured to have the opportunity to work with such a diverse and distinguished set. Its reputation for excellence is already well established and I am excited at the prospect of working closely with the set to develop business opportunities and enhance our profile and brand even further.”

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