Ilika Copeland has today joined Made in Britain, the membership organisation for UK manufacturers, in a new Chief Operating Officer role. With a longstanding background in manufacturing and marketing, Ilika joins from British bathroom manufacturer Ideal Standard, where she spent the last 8 and a half years, primarily in Trade Marketing.

As Made in Britain enters its next phase of growth, Ilika will be responsible for overseeing membership services and contractor partnerships, and managing data, communications and day to day operations.

Made in Britain is the organisation behind the official, collective mark for SME and larger manufacturing businesses in the UK. It represents and promotes the best interests of more than 1680 businesses, helping them to maximise sales opportunities, and is currently growing at the fastest rate in its 6 year history. owner

John Pearce, CEO Made in Britain said: “As we grow rapidly in membership numbers, we are also increasing our member news output, events and partnership programmes, and with all that comes an increasing amount of data to manage. In Ilika we have found a collaborative leader with excellent marketing and IT skills, who will manage our day to day operations and ensure our members get the best service and return from their investment in Made in Britain membership.”

Ilika Copeland has over twenty years of business experience, with roles in content, IP and marketing at the likes of ITV, Sony Pictures and the BBC. Ilika has a passion for UK manufacturing as she was born into a family of British manufacturers, with her great grandfather a former owner of Norton Motorcycles company.

Ilika said: “I am delighted to be joining Made in Britain, at a time when there is such a focus and interest in ‘buying British’. I very much look forward to carving out this new role alongside John, which we hope will ensure the longevity and the success of the organisation.”

Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts is to expand its portfolio in Spain with a seaside resort on the Mediterranean, which is said to focus on sustainable development and preserving natural environment.

Following its arrival in Spain in 2020, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has announced that it is working with private equity investment company Emin Capital to open a 110-key hotel in Mallorca.

Originally opened in 1929, the existing hotel will undergo extensive renovations before it is unveiled as a Four Seasons experience in 2023. The property is located on a 3,000 acre plot of the Formentor Peninsula, offering access to a pristine beach, as well as a functioning vineyard a short five minute drive away.

“We are very excited to continue this momentum and expand our presence in this important market with a resort in Mallorca, offering guests a unique Four Seasons experience in a top European destination,” explained John Davidson President and CEO, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. “It is a privilege to work alongside Emin Capital to create a new vision for this exceptional property and we look forward to a successful partnership for many years to come.”

Formentor is a landmark of Mallorca in a key and unique setting in the Mediterranean,” added Jordi Badia, Chairman and CEO of Emin Capital. “For Emin Capital, the goal of our investment was to protect both, and to reinvigorate the resort with a great luxury brand such as Four Seasons. We are committed to implementing sustainable and green initiatives in our revitalisation of this property, while maintaining an exceptional design, facilities and renowned service.”

Mallorca is the largest of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean, can be accessed via ferry or a short flight from Barcelona, with additional direct flights from many European cities. Mallorca’s natural beauty and easy accessibility long established the island as a top tourist destination for European and international travellers. Mallorca’s turquoise waters, limestone cliffs and lush greenery make the picturesque island one of the world’s most sought-after destinations.

All of the 110 rooms and suites will offer balconies with sea and forest views, allowing guests to soak in their beautiful surroundings. The renovations will be overseen by architects Estudio Lamela and SCT Estudio de Arquitectura with interior designs by Gilles & Boissier.

At the vineyard a short five-minute drive from the resort, guests can enjoy exclusive programming, including farm-to-table activities. The resort will also include an indoor restaurant, a beachfront restaurant and café, and a poolside bar and grill. Additional onsite activities will include tennis courts and beautiful spa facilities.

The project has been designed to respect and protect its natural surroundings through various environmental initiatives, such as the restoration of native vegetation and planting, reduced water consumption, rainwater harvesting and the use of greywater for landscape irrigation, heat recovery systems, solar power through the use of solar panels, and food waste management systems. Other initiatives include the use of electric vehicles and low energy consumption through a very considered design approach.

Four Seasons’ new project in Mallorca will become the second Four Seasons offering in Spain following the recent opening of Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Madrid in September of 2020.