Richard Barrett

Opinion By By Richard Barrett Don’t just think, BMW, Aldi and Walmart, but also consider Killik & Co, Timpson and Fentimans. Some of the most successful brands are family-owned and constantly updating their service offerings to keep up, if not lead, the crowd. Yet, many family-owned businesses globally are facing a major issue. The 2025 Family Business Barometer Survey revealed that 32% said that balancing tradition with innovation was a major challenge.

Richard Barrett, managing director at Initials CX, explains what makes an EVP and why it is essential to the modern organisation. It is estimated that almost 200,000 lawyers ply their trade in the United Kingdom, where the legal sector is worth around £32 billion according to 2021 figures. How, then, can firms attract and retain the best talent amid the hustle and bustle of the Bar? If you work in HR or recruitment, it will not have escaped your notice that candidate demands are changing.