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South Wales Argus
5 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Four Cymru partners with Wales Tech Week to champion innovation
The event, at Newport's ICC Wales in November, is set to bring together tech innovators, investors, policy-makers, and leaders from across all sectors. As part of the international Four Agency, Four Cymru will be supporting the event with strategic communications, brand storytelling and audience engagement. Nan Williams, group chief executive of Four, said: 'Cymru is building a special place in the international technology ecosystem. "Small enough to be connected, ambitious enough to deliver worldwide innovation and with the passionate, hardworking 'DNA' to build the future as we built the past. At Wales Tech Week that all comes together as nowhere else - you can experience the innovation, talent and ambition that make Wales a rising force in global tech. "From world-firsts in compound semiconductors to cutting-edge cybersecurity, this is where international opportunity meets Welsh ingenuity.' Four's Difference Makers initiative has previously recognised Avril Lewis, managing director of Technology Connected, as an influential figure shaping the future. Avril said: 'We're thrilled to have Four Cymru on board for Wales Tech Week 2025. Their expertise in strategic communications and international reach will be invaluable in helping us tell the story of Welsh innovation to the world. "This partnership strengthens our mission to position Wales as a global leader in technology and innovation.' Wales Tech Week 2025 will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, academics and policymakers to explore the future of technology and its impact on society, business and the economy. The event is free to attend and will explore themes including Tech for People, Tech for the Planet and Tech for Performance. For more information and to book your place please visit
Business News Wales
6 days ago
- Business
- Business News Wales
Four Cymru Partners with Wales Tech Week to Champion Welsh Innovation
Four Cymru is joining forces with Wales Tech Week 2025 – the nation's largest international tech summit – to put Welsh innovation, talent and ambition firmly in the global spotlight, showcasing the strength of Wales's tech ecosystem and championing the industry on the world stage. Taking place from 24–26 November at the ICC Wales in Newport, the event will bring together tech innovators, investors, policy-makers, and leaders from across all sectors to connect, collaborate and do business. Powered by Technology Connected, Wales Tech Week positions Wales as a global hub for emerging technologies and investment. The event highlights how technology is being applied across every sector from energy and manufacturing to professional services and finance, helping businesses of all sizes adapt, innovate and grow. The summit aims to raise awareness, break down barriers and create accessible opportunities for sectors that are starting – or accelerating – their use of technology to improve performance, sustainability and competitiveness. Four Cymru, which is part of Four Agency, is supporting on strategic communications, brand storytelling and audience engagement to amplify the event's reach and impact. With offices in Cardiff, Aberystwyth, London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, Four said it was 'uniquely positioned to elevate Wales's tech ecosystem to international prominence'. A Welsh speaker from North Wales, Nan Williams, group chief executive of Four, said: 'Wales Tech Week showcases the very best of Wales on the world stage. 'Cymru is building a special place in the international technology ecosystem – small enough to be connected, ambitious enough to deliver worldwide innovation and with the passionate, hardworking 'DNA' to build the future as we built the past. At Wales Tech Week that all comes together as nowhere else. 'At Wales Tech Week you can experience the innovation, talent and ambition that make Wales a rising force in global tech. From world-firsts in compound semiconductors to cutting-edge cybersecurity, this is where international opportunity meets Welsh ingenuity.' Four will play a key role in ensuring that the voices and innovations of international tech leaders are heard far beyond the event itself. Through Four's Difference Makers initiative, showcasing individuals driving meaningful change in their sectors, Four has previously recognised Avril Lewis, managing director of Technology Connected as an influential figure shaping the future. Welcoming the partnership, Avril added: 'We're thrilled to have Four Cymru on board for Wales Tech Week 2025. Their expertise in strategic communications and international reach will be invaluable in helping us tell the story of Welsh innovation to the world. This partnership strengthens our mission to position Wales as a global leader in technology and innovation.' Wales Tech Week 2025 promises to be a landmark event, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, academics and policymakers to explore the future of technology and its impact on society, business and the economy. The event is free to attend, exploring three main themes of Tech for People, Tech for the Planet and Tech for Performance. For more information about Wales Tech Week 2025 and to book your place visit
Business News Wales
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Integrated Agency Launches Graduate Programme in Cardiff
An independent integrated agency has launched its 2025/26 Difference Makers Graduate Programme, with dedicated opportunities for graduates looking to start their careers in Cardiff. The programme from Four Agency, which has supported nearly 300 graduates to date, offers a structured 12-month rotation across Four's core service areas—communications, creative and media—and its high-growth sectors including government, health, lifescapes and future industries. Graduates will gain hands-on experience working with global clients and access to The Difference Engine, Four's AI and human powered roadmap for campaign planning, implementation and measurement. Four's Cardiff office plays a key role in the agency's UK-wide operations, and the firm said the inclusion of regional placements reflects a broader ambition to decentralise opportunity and invest in local talent. 'Four is proud to be bucking the trend by expanding, not contracting, our graduate offering,' said Nan Williams, group chief executive, Four. 'We believe that the future of our industry lies in diverse, regionally rooted talent with a global mindset—and Cardiff is a vital part of that vision.' Applications for the 2025/26 intake are open until 25 May 2025, with roles available in Sheffield, London and Cardiff. Further information can be found here .
South Wales Argus
15-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Industry leaders meet to discuss AI in Welsh businesses
Marketing, communications and media specialists from some of Wales' most forward-thinking organisations gathered last week to share their AI strategies. The roundtable conference, called 'Leadership in AI,' was hosted by the Four Agency Worldwide in Cardiff to address topics in artificial intelligence, ranging from the Welsh language to government regulation. Four Agency Worldwide specialises in marketing services across the UK and Middle East North Africa (MENA). Their Cardiff and Aberystwyth offices operate under the Four Cymru division, serving the whole of Wales. The roundtable event comprised detailed discussions on the impact of AI across different sectors. The conversation was spearheaded by Four Agency Worldwide's chief digital and AI officer, Luke Alexander, alongside group chief executive Nan Williams, board adviser Darran Phillips, and managing director Cymru, Amelia Stevens. The gathering included prominent industry leaders from Welsh businesses, such as Admiral, Airbus, and Wales & West Utilities. Participants exchanged insights on the effective use of AI to assist, automate, and transform their organisations. The debate also emphasised the unique role that AI can play within Welsh businesses, spotlighting the Welsh language and the growing need for government investment and regulation. Lianne Moulder, from Admiral Group, said: "This was an incredibly valuable discussion, and it was great to be able to take part and share my insights and hear how other Welsh organisations are using AI." Speaking about the event's success, Nan Williams, group chief executive of Four Worldwide Agency, said: "The AI roundtable in Cardiff was a significant opportunity for us to bring together a number of clients and friends of Four to have an open and honest discussion about the ways in which AI will change the face of marketing and communications. "We wanted to have meaningful conversations on how to help shape the future of AI and its usage, particularly in enhancing the use of the Welsh language and how best to use AI in a bilingual world."
Business News Wales
13-05-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
Business Leaders Discuss 'Urgent Topics' Surrounding AI
Marketing, communications and media specialists met in Cardiff to share their AI strategies. The Leadership in AI roundtable, convened by Four Agency Worldwide, explored 'urgent topics' in AI from Welsh language to government regulation. Four is an independent international agency offering marketing services in the UK and Middle East North Africa (MENA). Under the umbrella of Four Cymru, their offices in Cardiff and Aberystwyth offer a pan-Wales reach. The roundtable featured a series of discussions on the impact of AI across various sectors, with Four's chief digital and AI officer, Luke Alexander, leading the discussion on the latest advancements and future trends in connection with artificial intelligence alongside group chief executive Nan Williams, board adviser Darran Phillips and managing director Cymru, Amelia Stevens. In attendance were industry leaders from prominent Wales-based businesses including Admiral, Airbus and Wales & West Utilities. Together they explored using AI to assist, automate and transform their organisations, sharing insights from their respective fields. The debate, conducted under Chatham House rules, saw a special focus on the role AI can play in Welsh businesses, with delegates highlighting new opportunities and issues around the Welsh language and the increased importance of government investment and effective regulation. Lianne Moulder, corporate governance communications at Admiral Group, said: 'This was an incredibly valuable discussion, and it was great to be able to take part and share my insights and hear how other Welsh organisations are using AI.' Nan Williams, group chief executive at Four Worldwide Agency, said: 'The AI roundtable in Cardiff was a significant opportunity for us to bring together a number of clients and friends of Four to have an open and honest discussion about the ways in which AI will change the face of marketing and communications. 'We wanted to have meaningful conversations on how to help shape the future of AI and its usage, particularly in enhancing the use of the Welsh language and how best to use AI in a bilingual world. 'As an early adopter of AI for some years, we made the decision to invest in the people and tools we need to take a leadership role in our industry. It's crucial that we continually reflect and engage with the best minds in the wider marketing and communications space to build on and maintain that position.'
