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New Jisp appointment to deliver new strategic direction and drive further growth

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Tech company, Jisp, has appointed experienced communications specialist Alex Rimmer to lead its marketing and communications functions. Alex, joins as head of communications and marketing bringing 25 years of industry experience in senior roles, having previously led Nisa’s PR & communications team. He has been appointed to build and deliver the company’s new marketing communications …

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