Ampersand, a Manchester based ecommerce agency specialising in open source technology has been awarded the Investors in People Gold standard, joining the top 7% of accredited organisations across the UK who believe in realising the potential of their people.
Founded by Managing Director, Darryl Adie in 2009 and based in Manchester City Centre, Ampersand has helped multi-channel retailers such as Harvey Nichols, Poundland and Bensons for Beds, increase conversion and efficiency through the strategic use of open source technology.
Investors in People is the UK's leading accreditation for business improvement through people management, and provides a wealth of resources for businesses to innovate, improve and grow, with a focus on good people making great business.
Paul Devoy, Head of Investors in People, said: “We’d like to congratulate Ampersand on their Gold standard. Such a high level of accreditation is the sign of great people management practice, and demonstrates a commitment to staff development and shows an organisation committed to being the very best it can be. Ampersand should be extremely proud of their achievement.”
Steve Burrows, Managing Director of Investors in People North of England said:
“This is a fantastic achievement for Ampersand and I would like to congratulate the team on their success. We believe that good people make a great business and as a proven organisational development framework, Investors in People is designed to help organisations and their people to realise potential, enhance performance and meet goals. With their Gold accreditation, Ampersand is certainly working to realise their people potential.”
Commenting on the award, Darryl Adie, Managing Director, said: “We are extremely proud to have achieved the Investors in People Gold Accreditation. The whole team takes great pride in the business and the excellent work we produce. We are committed to maintaining and surpassing the standard that we have set with IIP.”
Ampersand are currently recruiting various positions across their growing team in Manchester City Centre, visit amp.co/careers for more information.
