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RBCC Bulletin Interviews In2Matrix CEO – Health Insurance: Learning the Employee Benefits Market

deRocquigny@in2matrix.com — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:05:12 +0000

It is highly important for both companies’-clients and service providers to monitor constantly changes in the employee
benefits market. The economic situation or a company’s current needs may influence the choice of programmes for
talented staff retention. To keep up with the latest trends and today’s employees and employers requirements we need
to regularly review the market in all aspects to find out if companies providing employee benefits are happy with what
they get and if the programmes are sufficient in increasing high productivity, motivation, optimisation of costs etc. We
asked Gerard Baltazar, CEO of In2Matrix, which specialises in the provision of employee benefits, to give us his expert
opinion on health insurance as a part of employee benefits and the current trends in this sector.

Please click here to be taken to the full article from the RBCC Magazine.

In2Matrix (UK) Ltd Teams Up with Jargon Free Benefits

deRocquigny@in2matrix.com — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:13:30 +0000

In2Matrix (UK) Ltd is delighted to have teamed up with Jargon Free Benefits to provide the market leading benefits platform solution. Jargon Free Benefits has received an industry-leading position in the e-excellence ratings for 2011. The annual e-excellence ratings are awarded by an independent agency, the Finance & Technology Research Centre (F&TRC), in association with Corporate Adviser magazine and were published last week. The employee benefits platforms, which are increasingly referred to these days as ‘middleware’ have been rated this year on 76 elements of their propositions. The assessment made by the ratings agency is very thorough and presents a stern test for platform designers. The ratings were on a 1 to 5 star basis and the Jargon Free platform received an unprecedented market-leading position was an award of 24 5-star ratings and 29 4-star ratings.
This platform will help employers in a variety of ways:
1. Simplify the administration burden of Auto Enrolment, helping with compliance, governance, control and most importantly communication and audit trail.
2. Provide an effective means of communicating with staff in multiple locations with simple language and easy to benefits information including Total Reward Statements and Flex Selections.
3. Give you the employer piece of mind – With the ability to produce Management Information at the touch of a button with a full audit trail, you can ensure compliance and benefit governance from anywhere in the world.

www.jargonfreebenefits.co.uk

IN2MATRIX CEO NEWS, Q4 2011

deRocquigny@in2matrix.com — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 15:06:46 +0000

As we approach the end of the fourth quarter and we come to the closing of 2011, In2Matrix looks forward to a positive and lively 2012. We will start the New Year with a VIP client drinks at our new offices which we will be moving into at the beginning of January. We also have some fantastic events coming up, including our largest event yet, a Global Employee Benefits conference in London which will be the first of its kind. This will attract experts and specialist suppliers in the industry, showcasing the very best of employee benefits for companies large, medium and small. This event will attract high level attendees and will be a hot topic in today’s climate for recruiting and retaining the right calibre of staff, while minimising on costs, to ensure efficiency and stability in today’s tough economic times. Worldwide we continue to strengthen our relationships with our partners, with whom we are able to connect and grow our services and reach across the globe for our customers. Our key markets, Russia and the UK remain very strong for 2012, there is a lot to do but the team at In2Matrix are ready for the challenges and opportunities that await us in this coming year. To all our clients, suppliers, partners and friends, may we wish you the warmest Season Greetings and a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

In2Matrix Chairman and CEO, Mr Gerard Baltazar

One Week Until 3rd Pension Reform Breakfast Seminar

deRocquigny@in2matrix.com — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:19:53 +0000

There is less than one week until our third Pension Reform Breakfast seminar. Do you know how the pension reform will impact you? Are you aware of the potential huge costs associated with these changes? If you haven’t thought about the timescales involved and the actions required, now is the time to start. The 2012 Pension Reform is something that will affect all UK companies so join us over breakfast for a FREE update on the issues you need to know about including:

Employer duties and defining the workforce
Getting ready
Assessing the workforce
Pension schemes
Automatic enrolment
Opting in and joining
Opting out
Record keeping

The seminar will be held in London on Nov 24. If you would like to register for this FREE event, please email your details to contact@in2matrix.com

UK Russia Market Opportunities Seminar with Keynote Speaker Dr Vince Cable – October 26 2011

deRocquigny@in2matrix.com — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 15:51:26 +0000

UK Russia Market Opportunities Seminar with Keynote Speaker Dr Vince Cable- October 26 2011

In conjunction with the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) and the Russo-British Chamber of Commerce (RBCC), and in association with In2Matrix and UK Trade and Investment (UKTI), an event was held in London on UK-Russia Market Opportunities with Dr Vince Cable as the keynote speaker.
The event highlighted practical solutions and successful examples of how companies, both British and Russian, can benefit from the enormous potential that exists between the two countries. The seminar discussed opportunities for other sectors such as engineering, infrastructure, creative industries, and in particular the support and encouragement both governments are providing to SME’s.
Keynote speaker Dr Vince Cable spoke about several areas in relation to the Russian business market including Russia diversifying from being a gas producer. He told of how professional and legal services are flourishing in the UK and that legal service’s in the UK are Russia’s biggest market. Russia is well known for its natural resources and communal opportunities in a host of areas are growing as the middle class grow their appetite for quality. Russia has many barriers to entry of their market, but those companies that have broken into this market have enjoyed great success. He concluded that Russia can be a difficult market and he said “most British companies do very good business in Russia; I recommend others do the same”.
In2Matrix Chairman and CEO Mr Gerard Baltazar also spoke at the event about his experience with doing business in Russia. In2Matrix is an organisation with an interesting start up story in that it actually started in Russia during the recession; it was rebranded in 2008 as In2Matrix. The UK entity began operation in London just over a year ago. He spoke of the hurdles and struggles he encountered as well as the misconceptions of doing business in Russia. He also spoke of the wonderful and exciting opportunities in Russia that cannot be over looked and how early movers and investors have huge opportunities for growth and profit. He said “I was very proud to represent In2Matrix at today’s event as In2Matrix was born in Russia and then expanded into Europe. Russia is a difficult yet misconceived market, yes it does have its obstacles but most markets do. We have found great opportunities for doing business in Russia so this is certainly a market that other British business should not overlook, but embrace. We have been honoured to be involved in such a successful event today with Business Secretary Dr Vince Cable as our guest speaker, we are also thrilled to have had the Russian Ambassador, HE Alexander Yakovenko present today and extend his support”.

Photos below: 1st Photo – Conference Room at CBRE, 2nd Photo – Dr Vince Cable, Russian Ambassador HE Alexander Yakovenko, Gerard Baltazar In2Matrix Chairman & CEO, 3rd Photo – Dr Vince Cable, 4th Photo – Dr Vince Cable

2012 Pension Reform Breakfast Seminar Next Date Announced

admin — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:09:22 +0000

We are will be running our next Pension Breakfast seminar on Thursday the 24th of November from 8:15 until 10am. The countdown to the 2012 Pension Reform is on, so are you prepared? Do you know what you need to do and by when? We will cover all you need to know to ensure you comply and avoid penalties from your individual staging date to opting in and opting out.

The seminar topics include:

Employer duties and defining the workforce
Getting ready
Assessing the workforce
Pension schemes
Automatic enrolment
Opting in and joining
Opting out
Keeping record

This seminar is FREE to attend. To register, please email is at contact@in2matrix.com

CEO NEWS AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

admin — Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:10:10 +0000

We are delighted to announce that we have recently been elected as the official partner for Assurex in Russia, this supports the current growth we are experiencing in the company; in Russia the UK and worldwide. And we are very pleased to announce that we are in line with 100% growth for 2011.

We also bring news of our new Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Margot Clarenbeek as the Group’s Chief Operating Officer. We are delighted to have her on board and we know her experience and expertise will be of great value to the organisation.

We are very honoured this September to have had his Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent visit our office to present to us the Russo-British Chamber Gold Members Certificate. In2Matrix was founded in Russia and expanded into Europe. Therefore, we always will have a closer tie and an emotional attachment to Russia. HRH Prince Michael of Kent is admired throughout Russia – and not just for the Tsarist blood in his veins. He continues to play an active role in building bridges between Russia and Britain. His passion and emotion for Russia is in line with In2Matrix’s passion for Russia, and the business opportunities between Russia and the United Kingdom.

HRH Prince Michael of Kent Presents RBCC Gold Members Certificate to In2Matrix

admin — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:11:10 +0000

Today, the Patron of the Russo-British Chamber of Commerce (RBCC), his Royal Highness the Prince Michael of Kent , presented the In2Matrix CEO and Chairman, Mr Gerard Baltazar, with the Russo-British Chamber of Commerce gold members certificate.

In2Matrix is dedicated to the pursuit of the objectives of the RBCC in fostering greater commercial relations between the UK and Russia and in recognition of this; In2Matrix is a Gold member of the RBCC. In2Matrix recognises that Russian relationships are important to the UK economy as Russia is an emerging market and the CEO and Chairman of In2Matrix, Mr Gerard Baltazar is on the Advisory Council of the RBCC. Gold membership is the highest level of membership available with the RBCC, this is the highest recognition that the RBCC can bestow upon its members.

In2Matrix CEO and Chairman, Mr Gerard Baltazar said “We are delighted and honoured to have his Royal Highness Prince Michael of Kent and his Private Secretary, Nick Chance, visit our office to present to us the Russo-British Chamber Gold Members Certificate. In2Matrix was founded in Russia and expanded into Europe. Therefore, we always will have a closer tie and an emotional attachment to Russia. HRH Prince Michael of Kent is admired throughout Russia – and not just for the Tsarist blood in his veins. He continues to play an active role in building bridges between Russia and Britain. His passion and emotion for Russia is in line with In2Matrix’s passion for Russia, and the business opportunities between Russia and the United Kingdom”.

Images below – First Image: HRH Prince Michael of Kent and In2Matrix CEO and Chairman, Mr Gerard Baltazar. Second Image: HRH Prince Michael of Kent with the In2Matrix team. Third Image: HRH Prince Michael of Kent with In2Matrix CEO and Chairman, Mr Gerard Baltazar, Assurex EMEA Director, Antoinette “Toni” Gambonini and In2Matrix Managing Director, Mr Guglielmo Callipari.

Margot Clarenbeek Appointed as Group’s Chief Operating Officer

admin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:12:06 +0000

In2Matrix is pleased to announce appointment of Margot Clarenbeek as the Group’s Chief Operating Officer. Margot will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial and business planning functions, human resources and the Group’s risk management and legal activities. Margot is a qualified chartered accountant (NIVRA) and holds a Masters degree in Business Economics from the Erasmus University, Rotterdam in the Netherlands.

Margot joins In2Matrix from KPMG in Russia and the CIS, where for many years she had been an equity partner and member of the Executive Board. Margot has over 20 years’ experience in professional services, mainly focused on auditing, accounting and employee benefits and other human resource matters in Russia, the UK, Ukraine, Brazil, Surinam and The Netherlands. We would like to take this opportunity to welcome her to our team and know that she will be a valuable asset to the organisation.

3rd Pension Reform Breakfast Seminar One Month Away

admin — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 12:12:44 +0000

Following the success of our previous events, we will be holding our third Breakfast Seminar on the upcoming Workplace Pension Reform in London. The 2012 Pension Reform is fast approaching and ALL companies in the UK will be affected. So, are you prepared? Do you know what you are required to do and when?

This free breakfast seminar will cover everything you need to know including your companies’ individual staging date and the actions and responsibilities required by you as an employer. The event will also look at the timescales as well as employer duties and defining the workforce, getting ready, assessing the workforce, pension schemes, automatic enrolment, opting in and joining, opting out and keeping record.

The seminar will be held on the 6th of October in London. Email contact@in2matrix.com for more information.