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LDC is on the run

Six junior athletes at Birmingham athletics club Birchfield Harriers have secured sponsorship support from private equity firm LDC.

LDC has committed to sponsor Birchfield Harrier's junior development programme to provide much-needed funding support to young athletes and coaches from across the Midlands region, all of whom are considered to be rising stars in UK track and field events.

Each of the athletes currently compete at under 20 or under 17 level. LDC's support will specifically benefit their training programmes by supporting the fees and costs they incur to train, compete and be treated should they require medical support or rehabilitation.

Nelsons conducts Future talk

World renowned CBSO conductor Andris Nelsons is to speak at a Birmingham Future young professionals event on Tuesday.

At the meet and mix event he will be sharing his leadership knowledge and mentoring experience.

Birmingham Future, part of Birmingham Forward, brings opportunities for young people working in the professional, financial and creative services sectors to network with a diverse range of business professionals in the city.

At the age of just 32, Andris Nelsons is one of the most sought-after young conductors on the international scene today and is well-known for the rapport he has built with his 90-strong orchestra.

Recognised for having a major impact on the profile and reputation of the orchestra over the last four years, he will be discussing how mentoring and talent development have a crucial role to play in individual as well as organisational success.

Deloitte trio hit the road

Three cyclists from Deloitte in Birmingham are preparing to take on the ride of their lives, cycling from John O'Groats to Land's End as part of the Deloitte Ride Across Britain.

Ashley Hollinshead, a partner in the firm's tax team, will be taking on the epic 950-mile journey with colleagues Lindsay Buckenham and Ant Thomas.

The trio will join dozens of other riders from Deloitte's offices across the UK as they cycle the length of Britain to raise money for ParalympicsGB. Deloitte is aiming to raise £1m over four years to support all Great Britain's future paralympians for London 2012 and beyond.

About 500 riders will set off from John O’Groats on Saturday and finish in Land’s End on Sunday 19 June.