Announcing Our 5% Club Membership
Announcing Our 5% Club Membership
We’re delighted to announce we have joined The 5% Club, an employer-led movement focused on creating meaningful earn and learn career opportunities for people across the UK. Membership of the 5% Club further reinforces our long-standing commitment to attracting and developing talent from diverse backgrounds into the telecoms, connectivity and power infrastructure sectors. Working with The 5% Club, we’ll actively support early careers and alternative pathways into the industry.
The 5% Club exists to increase the employment and career prospects of today’s youth and to help equip the UK with the skilled workforce it needs for the future. Member organisations commit to building a workforce where at least 5% of their employees are engaged in earn and learn roles, including apprenticeships, graduate programmes, sponsored students and traineeships, within five years of joining.
Across Clarke Telecom and Clarke Connect, and as a 5% Club member, we will measure and report progress annually, embedding accountability and transparency into how we invest in youth employee development.
We already support a wide range of early-career and development opportunities, with 17 of our employees falling into the 5% Club status, which is around 5.5% of our total workforce, including:
- Apprenticeship programmes
- Graduate and traineeship pathways
- Company-funded learning and development opportunities
Looking ahead, we’ll further expand these pathways with the introduction of T-Levels from 2026, helping to strengthen technical education routes and address ongoing skills shortages within the infrastructure sector.
The telecoms, connectivity and power infrastructure sectors face a well-documented industry-wide challenge: an ageing workforce alongside increasing demand for new technical, digital and commercial skills. Addressing this requires long-term investment in early careers and structured development that prepares the next generation to step confidently into critical roles.
In collaboration with Renew Holdings PLC, our Emerging Talent Programme plays a key role in tackling this challenge. The Programme combines academic learning with hands-on experience, providing early-career colleagues with a clear development pathway that builds capability, confidence, and understanding of how their contributions support our business and the wider industry.
Delivered through a structured one-year framework, the Programme includes five core development modules and a collaborative project, supporting the development of essential technical, behavioural and commercial skills alongside real workplace experience. Following completion, individuals continue to focus on their role and academic studies, with degree apprenticeships typically taking around five years to complete.
Degree apprenticeships are fully funded by us and supported through coaching, development and mandatory role-specific training, including industry learning such as working at height and radio frequency awareness. Participants also have opportunities to work towards professional qualifications and chartership, where applicable.
Demand for these pathways continues to grow, with degree apprenticeship vacancies attracting between 150 and 200 applications per role each year.
In 2025, we welcomed two colleagues onto the Emerging Talent Programme:
- Beau Coffey, Apprentice Acquisition Surveyor, and
- Liam Wiezniak, Apprentice Quantity Surveyor.
Their progression reflects our continued investment in future capability and the long-term skills pipeline across the infrastructure sector.
A people-first approach to tackling the skills shortage
Tackling the skills gap and diversifying the workforce remain key priorities for us. By investing in structured learning, hands-on experience, and long-term development, we’re continually supporting individual career progression and strengthening the resilience and capability of our business and the wider industry.
Sergio Pinguinha, HR Advisor at Clarke, commented,
“Joining The 5% Club is a natural progression for us. We are passionate about creating opportunities that allow people to learn, grow and build meaningful careers with us. By committing to earn and learn pathways, we are investing in the future of our people and the future skills our industry depends on.”
Part of a wider commitment to responsible employment
Founded in 2013, The 5% Club works with more than 1,000 employers across the UK, from SMEs to FTSE organisations, to champion skills development with measurable social impact. Through its platform, they also engage with policymakers and industry leaders to promote the value of long-term skills investment.
As members, we join a community of employers who share a common ethos focused on structured development, education and opportunity. We are proud to be recognised as part of this club and movement and look forward to working alongside The 5% Club and its members to continue building a skilled, inclusive and future-ready workforce.
For more information about The 5% Club, visit www.5percentclub.org.uk.
Clarke Telecom Named One of the UK's Top 100 Inclusive Employers for 2025
Clarke Telecom Named One of the UK's Top 100 Inclusive Employers for 2025
We are proud to have been recognised within the Top 100 Inclusive Employers in the UK for 2025, assessed by the National Centre for Diversity (NCD). This year, we placed 62nd, a significant rise from last year’s 89th place, and recognition of our continued commitment to building an inclusive, supportive, and equitable workplace for all employees.
The National Centre for Diversity champions fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion and engagement (FREDIE) across UK workplaces.
Their annual Top 100 Inclusive Employers list, formally announced at the FREDIE Conference & Awards 2025, recognises organisations that embed these principles across their cultures, structures, and behaviours.
NCD continually recognises our commitment to strengthening our inclusion strategy, benchmarking progress, and ensuring measurable year-on-year improvements, as reflected by Rachael Stanner, Head of HR at Clarke, receiving a Special Recognition Award at the FREDIE Conference & Awards and by our Investors in Diversity Silver Status Award this year.
FREDIE is more than an accreditation at Clarke. It is a collective responsibility shared across our people, leadership, and processes.
Embedded Processes and Governance
We continue to integrate FREDIE principles into everyday operations, from corporate governance to team-level decision-making, including the review of policies, behaviours, and systems to ensure fairness and transparency.
Dedicated FREDIE Forum Group
Our internal FREDIE Forum Group brings together employees across the business to champion inclusion, share insights, and drive improvements, helping the company evolve and better support colleagues.
Employee Voice and Continuous Improvement
Diversity & engagement surveys and anonymous feedback channels enhance employee experiences. Insights directly influence our development plans, wellbeing initiatives, engagement activities, and inclusion priorities.
Inclusive Recruitment and Onboarding
Our recruitment processes ensure fair shortlisting, unbiased assessment, and structured interviews. FREDIE-aligned employee onboarding and training helps embed an inclusive culture from day one.
Supporting People to Thrive
Our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), mental health support, learning opportunities, and wellbeing resources create an environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered.
A Workplace Where Everyone Is Welcome
Our inclusion within the NCD’s Top 100 Inclusive Employers in the UK for 2025 reinforces our position as a company that celebrates diversity and actively embeds inclusion into its culture and practice. The improved ranking is progress, a milestone, and a motivator.
We remain committed to:
- Strengthening a workplace where everyone can belong
- Removing barriers and bias
- Listening to employees and acting on insight
- Creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds
- Setting high standards for fairness and respect across the business.
As we continue to grow and evolve, FREDIE remains a foundation for how we work, support our people and supply chain partners, and align with our customers’ values.
Budget 2025 Why Integrated Infrastructure is the Foundation of UK Growth
Budget 2025: Why Integrated Infrastructure is the Foundation of the UK’s Future Growth
Clarke Insight by Wayne Brierley, Business Development Director
In the days since the Budget announcement on 26 November, industry reaction and early analysis have reaffirmed the essential role that integrated digital and power infrastructure will play in shaping the UK’s future prosperity.
The 2025 Budget arrives at a significant time for the UK’s economic direction. Even without headline telecoms or power announcements, it reinforces the key truth that digital and power networks have become essential national utilities. They are fundamental to resilience, the secure flow of information and power, and the UK’s capacity to grow and compete.
Digital Connectivity and Smart Networks
Integrating these networks is key to unlocking productivity, supporting communities and driving sustainable progress. The Government’s position increasingly reflects the understanding that infrastructure is an economic strategy. Across advanced economies, the link between infrastructure quality and GDP growth is clear. We support this ambition by delivering practical, scalable solutions that enable real-world progress.
The Government continues to emphasise the strategic value of high-capacity digital networks. While significant new funding was not included, the direction is clear:
Digital connectivity is fundamental to productivity and innovation.
Progress depends on addressing land access, planning timescales, regulation and investment confidence.
Intelligent, resilient networks will expand the role of digital services across business, mobility and public service delivery.
The UK’s digital ambitions hinge on smarter deployment processes rather than simply additional capital.
Power, Infrastructure, Energy Systems and Electrified Transport
Budget 2025 also includes measures to strengthen the UK’s power systems, which are the backbone for connectivity, electrified transport, manufacturing and everyday services. Key actions include:
Improving grid connection processes
Prioritising strategic national schemes
Continuing investment in low-carbon and long-term energy security
Supporting transmission upgrades and long-term energy security
£200 million for EV charging deployment (£100 million) and local capability (£100 million)
All of this matters, because digital networks, EV charging, data centres and connected mobility cannot scale without reliable, flexible power infrastructure. Charging networks are now treated as essential national infrastructure, central to electrifying fleets, logistics and public mobility.
Leading the UK's Power and Electrification Journey
As an Independent Connection Provider, we enable safe, efficient power connections by:
- Coordinating with Distribution Network Operators
- Accelerating and de-risking connection timelines
- Delivering certified, technically robust installations
We also deliver national EV programmes for organisations electrifying their fleets, including:
- Power assessments and DNO liaison
- AC and DC charging design
- Civil, electrical and turnkey delivery
- Load management and energy optimisation
- Long-term maintenance and support
With combined expertise in digital and power systems, we’re advancing the UK’s transition to electrified transport and modern energy systems, including the deployment of Battery Energy Storage Systems. The Government is recognising renewable energy as a core element of national resilience rather than an environmental goal.
Powering Infrastructure through Group Expertise
A unified infrastructure approach is essential and working within Renew Holdings PLC strengthens our delivery capability. Across rail, water, environmental services, energy and telecoms, Renew companies deliver critical engineering solutions that keep the nation operating safely and reliably.
For our customers, this provides:
- Integrated solutions through specialist group collaboration.
- Assurance of long-term asset resilience.
- Backing of a financially robust, FTSE-listed group.
- Shared knowledge across regulated sectors.
Post-Budget: Opportunity Through Integration
Budget 2025 reinforces that future growth will come from the UK’s capacity to modernise and integrate its infrastructure.
Priorities must be to:
- Streamline planning
- Expand clean energy capacity
- Accelerate digital connectivity
- Deliver infrastructure as interconnected systems
A Connected and Resilient Future
Across policy and industry, they share one conclusion: infrastructure drives growth. Success will depend on strong digital networks, reliable power systems and rapid expansion of low-carbon infrastructure.
Together with our clients, partners and the wider Renew Group companies, we’re delivering the integrated systems that support growth, strengthen communities and build a more connected, competitive, and resilient nation.
The UK’s future depends on seamless telecoms solutions, smart network connectivity, and power infrastructure that’s resilient. We’re delivering the solutions that will turn that vision into reality.
50th MergeCo site for VodafoneThree
Clarke Telecom achieves 50th MergeCo site for VodafoneThree, accelerating "The Nation's Network" upgrade across the UK
Less than three months into the programme, we are proud to announce a significant milestone for Clarke Telecom: the successful integration of our 50th VodafoneThree merged-network specification site into “The Nation’s Network” infrastructure upgrades.
50 Sites Delivered at Pace
Completing the network modernisation of 50 sites in such a rapid timeframe reflects our commitment to delivery speed, customer focus, and the safe, high-quality standards we apply across all projects.
Supporting VodafoneThree "The Nation's Network"
Following the merger of Vodafone UK and Three UK, VodafoneThree announced an £11 billion investment to build the UK’s best network: delivering full-scale 5G standalone coverage, enhanced capacity, and improved connectivity for homes and businesses.
We’re proud to support this ambition and programme. The Nation’s Network programme is central to expanding next-generation connectivity across all regions of the UK, helping narrow the digital divide and strengthen overall network resilience.
Noel James, Project Director at Clarke Telecom, commented, “We recognised VodafoneThree’s need to deliver MergeCo demand in volume and at speed from the outset. We are proud to be the first partner to deliver 50 integrated sites for our customer, and this underlines our commitment and capability to deliver “The Nation’s Network” upgrade programme with VodafoneThree.”
Scope of the Roll-out & Our Delivery Support
Our deployment for VodafoneThree spans all four regional divisions and includes a mix of rooftop, greenfield, and streetworks sites.
- Rooftop & greenfield locations: Predominantly radio swaps or additions with associated BBU upgrades to enable VodafoneThree merged-network specification technologies.
- Streetworks sites (approx. 50% of the sites): More complex works involving full replacement of existing structures with new 20 m VodafoneThree merged-network specification poles, cabinet upgrades, and multi-technology integrations.
Provision of the acquisition, planning, and design for the programme, utilising our structured, end-to-end capability, was delivered in partnership with Cornerstone.
Why This Programme and Infrastructure Matter
Our work on VodafoneThree’s merged and modernised infrastructure plays a vital role in expanding coverage, improving performance, and supporting the UK’s transition to next-generation mobile connectivity. The scale and complexity of the programme highlight our ability to manage challenging deployments while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and delivery tempo, essential attributes when supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure.
At the Heart of Our Delivery Model
- Technical expertise: Skilled engineers, designers, and project managers with extensive knowledge of RAN technology, structural engineering, and MergeCo-specification integrations.
- Safety-led processes: Robust H&S systems, risk management, and disciplined governance ensuring assured, compliant delivery.
- Customer-centric behaviours: Aligning delivery tempo with customer needs, supported by clear communication and responsiveness to change and challenges.
- Agile deployment: Rapid mobilisation and strong cross-discipline coordination enabling the delivery of 50 sites in under three months.
Looking Ahead
As VodafoneThree advances “The Nation’s Network” roll-out, we’ll continue to support the programme and deliver at pace across future phases. We look forward to continued collaboration with VodafoneThree and Cornerstone to build a truly national, high-performance mobile network.
Clarke Telecom Awarded RoSPA Gold for Health and Safety Excellence
Clarke Telecom Awarded RoSPA Gold for Health and Safety Excellence
We’re proud to announce we have been awarded the prestigious RoSPA Gold Award for Health and Safety performance.
The internationally renowned RoSPA Health and Safety Awards are the ultimate benchmark of achievement in occupational health and safety. By securing Gold in the Achievement Award category, Clarke Telecom has demonstrated the strength of our safety culture, our robust systems, and the dedication of our people at every level of the organisation.
Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems
Demonstrating strong frameworks and effective audits, with a commitment to continual improvement and best practice across all operations.
Leadership and Culture
Health and Safety is driven from the top and embedded across our organisation, where strong leadership and an inclusive culture empower everyone to contribute to safe working practices.
Risk Management and Incident Prevention
Applying proactive strategies and control measures to reduce risk, prevent harm, and protect the wellbeing of our people, partners and communities.
Performance and Learning
Maintaining low levels of harm and loss through continuous review, shared learning, and a commitment to improving performance at every level.
"We are delighted to have achieved the RoSPA Gold Award, which is a real reflection of the culture, processes, and people at Clarke Telecom. This recognition demonstrates the effectiveness of our safety management systems, Health and Safety guidance and campaigns, along with a daily commitment shown by our teams across the business.Health and Safety is central to who we are and how we operate, and we continue to create new initiatives in the business that focus on reducing risk."
Building a legacy of Health and Safety excellence
The RoSPA Gold Award joins a growing list of achievements that underline our ongoing commitment to protecting lives, supporting communities, and setting a high standard across the telecommunications, connectivity and power infrastructure sector.
As RoSPA highlights, winning an award is a recognition that represents being part of a global legacy that values safety, well-being, and excellence. We’re proud to be part of this legacy and will continue to ensure our practices protect people, projects, and the environments in which we operate.
Service Solutions
Discover more about Clarke Telecom’s full range of capabilities, including site acquisition, network design, and project delivery.
We've signed the Armed Forces Covenant
We’ve signed the Armed Forces Covenant, in support of those who serve
We’re proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, pledging our ongoing support to serving and ex-service personnel, reservists, veterans, and military families. The Covenant is a national commitment to ensure that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly, given opportunities, and recognised for their service.
We’ll continue working with organisations like BuildForce to help service leavers transition into telecoms careers, and we’re committed to offering flexibility for colleagues who serve as reservists or have family members in active service.
Why this matters to us
This pledge reflects values that have long been part of our culture, integrity, commitment, and teamwork. Many of our colleagues bring these qualities from their service background, and we’ve seen firsthand the value that military experience brings to business.
Signing the Covenant is also a way of honouring Dave Dorking, our former Chief Operating Officer, who championed Armed Forces recruitment and helped embed these values into our organisation.
– Rachael Stanner, Head of HR, signed the Covenant on behalf of the business on 17 September 2025.
"Many of our colleagues who are veterans bring numerous qualities from their service background. Signing the Covenant is a natural continuation of how we operate, and we’re proud to make this pledge and promote it across our team and network."
Our commitment includes:
- Promoting employment opportunities to veterans and service leavers
- Partnering with organisations like BuildForce and exploring further Armed Forces career programmes
- Providing flexibility for reservists and military families
- Displaying the Armed Forces Covenant emblem proudly
This pledge strengthens our long-term commitment to responsible employment, skills development and positive community impact. We’re proud to support those who serve.
Join Us
We’re committed to offering meaningful careers, training, and progression for everyone. If you’re transitioning from the military or know someone who is we’d love to hear from you. Click the button to explore our current opportunities.
Clarke Telecom at BuildForce Employer Engagement Event
Clarke Telecom at the BuildForce Employer Engagement Event
We had a great time at the BuildForce Employer Engagement Event in Manchester on Wednesday 1st October, showing our continued support as a Strategic Partner of BuildForce and championing careers for ex-military.
The event brought together veterans, service leavers, and reservists with employers from across the construction and telecoms industries. It was a brilliant opportunity to chat with attendees about the wide range of roles available across the Renew Holdings plc group — including right here at Clarke Telecom.
Connecting military talent with new careers
Alongside other Renew partner businesses, our team spoke with ex-military attendees about what a career in telecoms could look like. There was a great employer workshop, where we shared ideas on how military skills can transfer into our industry and how we can better support that transition.
We’ve always recognised the value veterans bring: leadership, adaptability, teamwork, all qualities that align perfectly with our culture and help drive our business forward.
"We’re passionate about creating an environment where people can thrive and build long-term careers. With a workforce that already includes ex-military, we see firsthand the skills and values they bring. Through our partnership with BuildForce, we’re proud to support individuals as they transition into civilian life and help them unlock new opportunities to grow with us."
– Rachael Stanner, Head of HR at Clarke Telecom
Meet our BuildForce Mentor
We’re also proud to have Phil Shawcross, Operational Support Manager, as our BuildForce mentor. Phil plays a key role in guiding and supporting service leavers as they explore new career paths with us.
Phil joined the Army in 1985 straight from school, enlisting in the Royal Corps of Signals. On completion of his training Phil was posted to 22 Signal Regiment, Lippstadt, West Germany. During this time he conducted tours to the Falkland Islands and Kuwait.
He was then posted to 2 Signal Regiment in York, again conducting tours in Cyprus and Belize before moving to 16 Signal Regiment West Germany where he ran communications detachments in Herford & Osnabruck. On completion of his posting Phil was posted to 1 Mechanized Brigade in Tidworth where he took on the training role for the Brigade Headquarters & Signal Squadron. During this time he completed a tour to Bosnia & Herzegovina.
A posting to 16 Air Assault Brigade HQ & Signal Squadron followed where Phil oversaw the deployment of the Forward Headquarters to Iraq.
Phil Completed his service with postings as an Army Recruiter running the Kirkby Office near Liverpool and as a Permanent Staff Instructor to the Reservists with 32 Signal Regiment. Phil left the service in 2014 securing a position in Clarke Telecom after conducting a work placement.
He brings a wealth of experience from his time in the military, including Telcommunications, Training, Facilities Management and Recruitment. His insight and support are invaluable to both our team and the veterans we meet.
Why BuildForce matters
BuildForce is a UK-wide initiative that connects service leavers and veterans with careers in construction and the built environment. As a Strategic Partner, we’re proud to support their mission and help bridge the gap between military and civilian careers. Click the button to learn more about BuildForce.
Join Us
We’re committed to offering meaningful careers, training, and progression for everyone. If you’re transitioning from the military or know someone who is we’d love to hear from you. Click the button to explore our current opportunities.
Announcing Pivotal Personnel Developments
Announcing Pivotal Personnel Developments to Strengthen Clarke Telecom and Clarke Connect Customer Relationships
We’re pleased to announce two strategic personnel updates that reflect our continued growth, innovation, and commitment to delivering excellence for our customers and partners. These appointments underscore the evolving capabilities of Clarke, enhancing our ability to deliver integrated solutions, develop strategic customer and partner relationships, and lead in both established and emerging sectors of connectivity and infrastructure.
Neal Jones
Neal’s journey with Clarke began over 21 years ago. He has made outstanding contributions across a wide range of projects and services, consistently focusing on customer delivery and operational excellence.
In recent years, Neal has played a pivotal role in driving Clarke’s success in emerging technologies. Under his leadership, the business has become a UK market leader in complete end-to-end design, build, and maintenance solutions for outdoor small cell schemes. His expertise has also been instrumental in establishing us as a key player in private 5G networks, IoT, and LoRaWAN infrastructure solutions.
As Director of Smart Networks, Neal will continue to expand Clarke Connect’s capabilities in these exciting areas, working closely with customers and partners to design and deliver innovative network infrastructure. His knowledge and technical expertise, combined with proven project leadership and commercial awareness, will ensure Clarke Connect remains at the forefront of digital connectivity solutions.
Introducing Wayne Brierley
We are also proud to announce the appointment of Wayne Brierley as Business Development Director at Clarke Telecom.
Wayne brings with him over 35 years of experience spanning Telecoms, Construction, and Renewable Energy. Throughout his career, he has established a reputation as a strategy-minded senior executive with a passion for driving business growth and leadership. His ability to develop strategic-level relationships and foster collaborative success has been central to his achievements.
Wayne’s appointment reinforces our commitment to expanding our services, providing turnkey support to customers with trusted infrastructure solutions and enhancing how communities and commerce interact through digital connections.
About Clarke
Clarke is a trusted partner in delivering telecommunications and connectivity infrastructure across the UK.
- Clarke Telecom specialises in the design, acquisition, construction, and maintenance of wireless communications networks. With a reputation for technical expertise and delivery excellence, Clarke Telecom has built long-term partnerships with many of the UK’s leading operators and infrastructure providers.
- Clarke Connect Clarke Connect focuses on the design and delivery of next-generation connectivity, power, and smart network solutions. Through expertise in private 5G, IoT, LoRaWAN, digital infrastructure, and E.V. solutions, Clarke Connect helps customers enable innovation, enhance efficiency, and build the foundations for future-ready networks.
Together, Clarke Telecom and Clarke Connect deliver integrated solutions that power connectivity, drive innovation, and strengthen how the UK connects.
Delivering Excellence for 25 Years
Our People,
Our Partnerships,
Our Purpose.
As we officially mark our 25th Birthday (31.07.2025), we continue our 25In25 programme, a celebration marking 25 years of company history and success, and we’re taking a moment to recognise the people, projects, and partnerships that have shaped our journey.
To coincide with this significant milestone, we recently held our Annual Company Event, bringing together colleagues from across the UK to reflect on our progress and reaffirm our shared commitment to delivering infrastructure that powers the nation’s connectivity.
Our video reflects the energy and unity of the Clarke Collective.
It defines collaboration, knowledge and togetherness to support our customers.
Discover:
- Highlights from our Annual Company Event celebrating 25In25
- Employee excellence through our company awards
- Reflections from our people on our journey, project impact, and company culture
- Insight into our evolving role in supporting the UK’s telecommunication, power and connectivity infrastructure needs
Over the past 25 years, we’ve grown, become recognised for our quality, agility, and integrity across the sectors we support. And, at the core of our growth, success and effective customer relationships, are our people.
Looking Ahead
It’s not just about how far we’ve come, it’s about where we’re going, and our future role in the industry. As technology advances and the UK accelerates towards a more connected society, where intelligent technology and infrastructure makes a difference in how we live and work, how people, spaces and information interact more efficiently, Clarke Telecom and Clarke Connect remain at the forefront, planning, building, upgrading, and maintaining the infrastructure and technology that makes it all possible.
Our 25th anniversary is more than just this moment in time; it’s an opportunity to acknowledge our past, celebrate the present, and continue to focus on the next chapter of our journey, supporting the UK’s future connectivity.
We thank everyone who has supported us over the years, including our customers, partners, and people. We’re looking forward to continuing these relationships as we embark on the next exciting and pivotal moment in our history, together.
Delivering Excellence for 25 Years
#25in25 - Celebrating 25 Years of Clarke Telecom
As 2025 marks the 25th anniversary of Clarke Telecom, we’re celebrating with #25in25, a special recognition of this incredible milestone.
Many people and partnerships have shaped who we are today. To kick things off, we’ve developed a timeline video that allows you to explore our history. It’s essential to acknowledge the past, pivotal people, and our collective successes. However, we are a forward-thinking organisation, continually developing and diversifying to ensure we enhance our client and employee relationships.
The Clarke Collective
On Friday, June 27th, we hosted two special events, coinciding with 25In25. The first was an opportunity for our teams to meet and discuss our business and operations, where we provided a platform for updates and encouraged open feedback and suggestions. The event was a great success, and following this, we hosted our employees at an evening event in Manchester, where we had the opportunity to celebrate our 25th anniversary, acknowledge teams and individuals through our awards, and recognise the Clarke Collective, where everyone supports one another and enhances our client relationships.
Look out for more updates on these events coming soon.
A Journey of Growth and Diversification
From our beginnings in 2000 as a specialist provider for the UK’s cellular network operators, we’ve grown, developed, and diversified into a respected partner in telecommunications, connectivity, and power infrastructure. Throughout our history, we’ve embraced technology, expanded with experienced and knowledgeable people, and evolved to deliver comprehensive services to our clients. We continue to develop many meaningful relationships and thank all of our clients, partners, and past and present employees for being an integral part of our journey.
The formation of Clarke Connect has further strengthened our service offerings, delivering innovation and enhancing how industries, information and people connect – through 5G networks, IoT, Edge Computing and wireless technologies. Our passion for sustainability is evident in our approach, and our Power Infrastructure solutions, including EV Charging deployment, further demonstrate our commitment to ensuring accessible connections wherever required.
Celebrating Our People and Culture
Our people are at the heart of our success. At the backbone of this are long-serving members of staff, husbands and wives, and today, the children of past and current staff, all part of the Clarke Telecom family.
Being named one of the Top 100 Inclusive Employers in 2024 and receiving the National Centre for Diversity’s Investors in Diversity Silver Status award further exemplifies our dedication to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
Reflecting on the Past, Looking to the Future
As we reflect on our past 25 years, we’re certainly not going to stand still. As our industry continues to innovate and push new boundaries, we’re confident that we’ll once again play a pivotal role in that new journey. With a continued focus on sustainable practices, innovative solutions, and expanding our service offerings, we remain committed to being a trusted partner for our clients, a leader in our industry, and a responsible business within the communities that benefit from our service solutions.
Here’s to 25 years of innovation, growth, and excellence and to the many exciting opportunities that lie ahead. Together, we’ll continue to build connections that matter.
Keep an eye on our website and follow our company LinkedIn page for all the latest updates as we celebrate #25in25.
Thank You
Ian Marshall
Managing Director, Clarke Telecom