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CyberNorth unveils new look & confirms leadership team
Digital Transformation

CyberNorth unveils new look & confirms leadership team

CyberNorth unveils refreshed brand and names Jon Holden CEO, as it strengthens its leadership to drive cyber growth in North East England.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
CyberFest unites North East cyber sector with record attendance
Unified Communications

CyberFest unites North East cyber sector with record attendance

CyberFest unites over 1,000 delegates and 42 speakers across 21 events, boosting the North East's reputation as a hub for cyber security expertise and collaboration.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Phil Jackman retires after eight years leading CyberNorth growth
Fintech

Phil Jackman retires after eight years leading CyberNorth growth

Phil Jackman retires as CEO of CyberNorth after eight years of boosting the North East's cyber security sector nationally and internationally.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
CyberNorth & Sage join forces to boost North East cyber sector
Fintech

CyberNorth & Sage join forces to boost North East cyber sector

CyberNorth and Sage have partnered to boost the North East's cyber security sector, aiming to establish the region as a global innovation hub.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Jun 2025
New campaign to boost female engagement in cyber security
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

New campaign to boost female engagement in cyber security

A new campaign in North East England aims to boost female representation in cyber security, where women hold just 17% of jobs, down from 21% in 2022.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 26th Mar 2025