We are delighted that Starfish Search has risen from 23rd to 16th in 2024 making us now a Gold supplier within the Interim Management industry. Starfish Search turned five this year and we have developed our Interim Talent practice focusing on the Social Sector, Local Government and Public Policy markets. We remain committed to supporting the interim market with a fresh and honest approach.
The results of the survey are always interesting and insightful. What is quite stark this year is the changes in the split between interims in the private vs public sector, with 68% responding to the survey coming from the private sector. This figure has risen 11% since 2023, against 27% of interims who responded from the public/third sectors, which is a reduction from 37% in 2023. The mood is also quite different from interims responding from the private sector. There is more confidence and optimism for growth in private sector against the public sector which has a less positive outlook. I am sure we are all feeling that, as public sector budgets are flat and even with a new government in place, we do not expect to see this change quickly. Today we had the Kings Speech, and the new government will promote “economic stability” giving more confidence to private investors about the economy and policy. There is a clear commitment to place economic growth and wealth creation in communities as a “fundamental mission”. At Starfish we see 2024 as the year for hope and optimism.
What is encouraging for Starfish is that we are growing our market share, across all our sectors, and we have an experienced team of sector experts who can help/advise you at different stages within your interim search. We were also delighted to see Lorraine Payne who focuses on the Local Government market being recognised in the top 10 Consultant list for the first time.
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