MBO completed at digital agency

THE management of Yorkshire digital agency HMA have completed a buyout from founders.

Managing director Nicola Tiffany, operations director Steve Pickup and client services director Emma Casimir were supported in the acquisition of the business by HSBC.

They have acquired the business from founders Rob and Diane Hill 20 years ago. It focuses on health, science and technology projects and has worked on NHS Blood and Transplant, Leeds & York NHS Partnership Foundation Trust, The Big Life Group, Community Links and JRI Orthopaedics.

The company is looking at opportunities to co-create its own products and services with patients and healthcare professionals and has undertaken a rebrand to mark the MBO.

Nicola Tiffany, who has been with the agency since 2002, said “It’s an exciting time for HMA and I’m delighted that we have been able to complete the MBO at a time when digital transformation in the health, science and technology sectors is at the top of the agenda.

“We’re really excited about the changes we’ve made, the challenges ahead and opportunities we can see for our clients and HMA. The rebrand feels like just the start of a new phase that Steve, Emma and I are going to ensure takes the business to the next level.”

Former Chairman and founder Rob Hill commented “I have no regrets about moving on as I know the business and everyone there is in good hands. I look forward to hearing about all the successes Nicola, Steve, Emma and the team achieve.”