BIP

BIP is a global management consulting firm founded in 2003 in Italy, now operating as a leading multinational consultancy with over 6,500 professionals across 14 countries. With headquarters in Milan and 24 offices worldwide, BIP has established itself as a trusted partner to more than 330 major multinational organizations, delivering over 4,500 projects that combine traditional consulting excellence with cutting-edge digital innovation. The company's ecosystem brings together analysts, scientists, engineers, designers, marketers, technologists, and managers to transform how businesses leverage data and technology for sustainable growth. Specializing in digital transformation, data science, cybersecurity, Industry 4.0, IoT, and disruptive technologies, BIP serves clients across 14 diverse industries including Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Life Sciences, Industrial Manufacturing, Retail, Automotive, Telecommunications, and even Space. The firm's approach integrates technology, humanity, and sustainability to help organizations reshape their business models, optimize operations, and unlock new value through data-driven insights. BIP's commitment to excellence is reflected in its 2,760+ professional certifications, its recognition among the Financial Times UK's Leading Management Consultants, and its "Here to Dare" philosophy that embodies bold innovation and collaborative responsibility.

At BizFirst, we believe that effective recruiting stems from direct relationships and deep expertise, not transactional workflows. Our team operates with zero layers of bureaucracy - each Client Delivery Lead manages just 3-4 clients, giving you direct access to the people actually doing the work. This boutique-by-design approach means no handoffs, no account managers shuffling requests, just immediate access to decision-makers who understand your context. With 60+ years of combined recruiting experience concentrated in a senior, focused team, we invest the time to understand what makes each hire successful within your specific environment. We thrive on building long-term partnerships through transparency and consistency. Our PartnerHire model brings discipline and continuity to recruiting - acting as an extension of your team rather than an external vendor. Whether through ongoing managed recruiting, targeted direct searches, or on-demand contract talent, we adapt to how you actually work. Our 87% retention rate beyond the guarantee period reflects our commitment: we work with fewer clients so we can get each placement right. If someone leaves, we replace them free. This is how we operate - measuring success not just by placements made, but by how smoothly your team executes once hiring begins.

BIC is a world leader in stationery, lighters, and shavers, bringing simplicity and joy to everyday life for over 75 years. Founded in 1945 by Marcel Bich, the company has grown into a globally recognized brand with products sold in more than 160 countries. BIC's mission is to provide high-quality, affordable, and reliable products that become part of every home. From the iconic BIC Cristal pen to trusted pocket lighters and innovative shavers, BIC continues to reimagine everyday essentials with a focus on sustainability and innovation. The company is committed to creating long-lasting products with a light environmental footprint through smart design and eco-friendly materials.

Bihr is the leading European distributor of rider gear and spare parts, accessories and tyres for motorcycles, quads/ATV and scooters. Founded in 1975, the company is present in over 15 countries and has established itself as a premier partner for motorcycle dealers across Europe. Bihr offers the widest and most relevant portfolio of 7 product universes: Street, Scooter, Off-Road, Quads/ATV/SSV/UTV, tyres, workshop equipment and rider gear. The company distributes over 200,000 products from approximately 350 brands through a network of more than 15,000 dealers, providing personalized service in their own language. The foundations of Bihr's success are built on comprehensive services and first-class logistics. With a total storage area of more than 54,000 square meters spread across 7 warehouses throughout Europe, Bihr is able to supply practically all dealers in Europe within 24 hours. The company employs 750 people (reaching 1,200 during peak seasons), including 100 in-house sales representatives and over 60 customer service representatives. In 2022, Bihr was acquired by Arrowhead Engineered Products, strengthening its position as a global leader in powersports distribution.

Infobip operates a global cloud communications platform that routes billions of conversations across more than 75 locations worldwide. The company specializes in omnichannel engagement infrastructure - think SMS, voice, WhatsApp Business, and other messaging channels - connecting enterprises to their customers through AI-powered communication solutions. Led by co-CEOs Silvio Kutic and Roberto Kutic, the company maintains headquarters in the UK while coordinating operations across a genuinely distributed footprint. The platform's technical architecture handles conversation routing at scale, which means managing authentication flows, encryption protocols, API security, and fraud detection across diverse channels and geographies. Development teams span research and development, product engineering, customer-facing operations, and business enablement functions. Given the nature of messaging infrastructure - processing personal data, financial transactions, two-factor authentication codes, and sensitive business communications - the security perimeter extends from carrier integrations and cloud infrastructure down to client SDK implementations. The company's operational model combines flexible work arrangements with in-person collaboration across its 75+ locations. Teams are distributed internationally, with emphasis on cross-border coordination and diverse technical perspectives. For security professionals, this environment presents the full spectrum of cloud communications challenges: defending API endpoints that handle billions of requests, securing multi-tenant architectures, maintaining compliance across jurisdictions, and hardening the infrastructure that enterprises depend on for customer authentication and critical notifications.

B S R & Co. LLP is a member of the B S R & Affiliates network of firms registered with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. We have our presence in 14 cities across the country with over 120 partners and an employee strength of more than 5,000 professionals. The firm was established in 1999 and has grown to become one of India's leading professional services firms, operating as part of the KPMG global network. Our network firms are engaged in audit, tax, and advisory services, serving a diverse client base that includes Indian businesses, multinational corporations, and listed companies across various industry sectors. We work with clients in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Automotive, and Media and Entertainment. We're committed to continuously raising the bar in terms of audit quality, creating meaningful experiences for our people, and adopting better technology to serve our clients effectively.