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By PR Newswire

PR Newswire

7 August 2017: for immediate release

Directors’ Announcement under LR 9.6.11

Dame Helen Alexander CBE

Further to the announcement on 21 July 2017, it is with a profound and deep sadness that the Board of UBM plc shares the news that its Chairman, Dame Helen Alexander CBE, passed away on 5 August following a period of illness.

On behalf of the Board, Acting Chairman, Greg Lock said:

“The thoughts of everyone at UBM are with Helen’s family and friends, and we extend our deepest sympathies to them. In her role as Chairman, Helen has demonstrated exceptional leadership and was critical to the successful re-creation of UBM as a leading events business over the past four years.”

“In an extraordinarily successful and diverse career, Dame Helen has been a leading figure in the international business, media and education communities as well as being at the forefront of the rightful promotion of the skills and capabilities of women in business. All this and more she achieved with a gentle humility and fundamental kindness.”

“We would like to salute a remarkable career and a wonderful person.”

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Contacts

Kate Postans Head of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications investorrelations@ubm.com communications@ubm.com +44(0) 20 7921 5023
Caroline Daniel
Craig Breheny
Brunswick Group ubm@brunswickgroup.com +44(0) 20 7404 5959

Notes to Editors

UBM plc is the largest pure-play B2B Events organiser in the world.

In an increasingly digital world, the value of connecting on a meaningful, human level has never been more important.  At UBM, our deep knowledge and passion for the industry sectors we serve allow us to create valuable experiences where people can succeed. At our events people build relationships, close deals and grow their businesses.

Our 3,750+ people, based in more than 20 countries, serve more than 50 different industry sectors – from fashion to pharmaceutical ingredients.  Our global networks, skilled, passionate people and market-leading events provide exciting opportunities for business people to achieve their ambitions.  

For more information, go to www.ubm.com; for UBM corporate news, follow us on Twitter at @UBM.

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