Read RCK’s recent feature in The Times, by Enterprise Editor James Hurley, which highlights Lord Philip Hammond joining the company as a Senior Advisor. Lord Hammond will advise RCK on the macro-economic landscape and corporate strategy.
December 2023
We caught up with Sophie to discuss her professional career, personal life and the driving reasons behind becoming RCK’s Group CEO.
RCK Partners announces the appointment of Sophie Spells as RCK’s Group Chief Executive Officer. Sophie will step into the role of Group CEO, having previously served as RCK’s General Counsel and Head of Legal, Data and Compliance.
Microsoft has announced a £2.5 billion investment into the UK to boost AI development. The funding will go towards new datacentres, GPUs, and training over 1 million people in AI skills, strengthening the UK’s digital infrastructure and workforce. This move positions the UK as a key player in global AI innovation, provided the right policies and partnerships support it. Lord Iain McNicol welcomed the news, highlighting the importance of large-scale investment for growth and skilled jobs. We encourage technology companies to explore how R&D tax relief can help them benefit from opportunities created by this investment.
