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Plus ça change. It's almost inevitable that we miss mentioning one or two worthy recipients of the King's Honours (see Tech industry recognised in King's Birthday Honours 2025 | TechMarketView). After a second scouring of the announcement, I've spotted four more awards, three well known by TechMarketView.
Mike Tobin, who received an OBE in 2014 for 'Services to the Digital Economy' has had an upgrade. He has been honoured with a CBE for 'Services to Charity'. His endeavours have included raising over £100k by running 40 marathons in 40 days for The Prince's Trust in 2016, raising over £100k for The Brain Tumour Charity by trekking to the South Pole in 2020, and founding The Tobin Foundation focused on Education, Empowerment, and Welfare of Children.
Secondly, Charles Mindenhall, is also honoured with a CBE. We know Charles, predominantly, as Co-Founder of Blenheim Chalcot, the parent company of Agilisys. However, he is also Chair of OnSide Youth Zones (a collaboration of 15 independent local charities committed to exceptional, life-changing youth work) and Babyzone (providing holistic support to disadvantaged families with children under the age of 5). He is recognised for 'Services to Business, Philanthropy, and to Young People.
Thirdly, Steve Varley, who was UK Chair and Managing Partner of EY receives a CBE for 'Services to Professional Services'. He is also behind a new accountancy firm, having secured £200m in PE investment earlier this year.
Also worthy of mention is Chi Onwurah, MP and Chair of the Science Technology & Innovation Select Committee, and was the shadow minister for Science Research and Digital under Keir Starmer, who becomes a Dame in recognition of Political and Public Service.
We think that concludes the mentions. But never say never...
Posted by: Georgina O'Toole at 14:34
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