Pauline Best
Director/Board Member at VERTU MOTORS PLC
Network origin in Pauline Best first degree
| Entity | Entity type | Industry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Company | Wireless Telecommunications | 72 | |
| Public Company | Specialty Stores | 18 | |
Specsavers Optical Group Ltd.
 Specsavers Optical Group Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Specsavers Optical Group Ltd. engages in the marketing of glasses and contact lenses. It offers digital hearing aids, eye testing, and hearing services. The company was founded by Douglas John David Perkins and Dame Mary Perkins in 1983 and is headquartered in St. Andrews, the United Kingdom.
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| Private Company | Specialty Stores | 11 |
| Subsidiary | Specialty Stores | 4 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Pauline Best via their personal network
| Company | Sector | Related people | Main position |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAFEWAY INC. | Food Retail | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| HSBC HOLDINGS PLC | Major Banks | Chairman Chief Operating Officer Human Resources Officer | |
| CHINA MOBILE LIMITED | Specialty Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Cellco Partnership, Inc.
 Cellco Partnership, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Cellco Partnership, Inc. engages in providing wireless voice and data services. The company was founded on October 4, 1994 and is headquartered in Basking Ridge, NJ. | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
GSM Association
 GSM Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services GSM Association functions as a association representing interest of mobile operators. It offers programs and advocacy initiatives including future networks, identity, and internet of things, industry purpose, mobile for development, spectrum and the mobile economy. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in London, the United Kingdom. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
McKinsey & Co., Inc.
 McKinsey & Co., Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services McKinsey & Co., Inc. provides management consulting services. It specializes in design, marketing and sales, analytics, operations, transformation and restructuring, risk, strategy and corporate finance, and sustainability and resource productivity. The company was founded by James O. McKinsey in 1926 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| TESCO PLC | Food Retail | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Chairman Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
Reg Vardy Ltd.
 Reg Vardy Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Reg Vardy Ltd. sells new and used motor vehicles and light trucks. It offers Nissan, KIA, Hyundai, Honda, SEAT, DAF, Ford, Vauxhall, Citroen, DS, Renault, Peugeot, and Dacia. The company was founded on September 12, 1958 and is headquartered in Nottingham, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Comptroller/Controller/Auditor Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| University of Oxford | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Graduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
Bristol Street Ltd.
 Bristol Street Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Bristol Street Ltd. operates car dealerships. The firm’s line of business includes holding or owning securities of companies other than banks. The company is headquartered in Gateshead, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
 Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales ensures that its members, students, and affiliates maintain the highest standards of professional competency and conduct to protect the public interest. The non-profit company is based in London, UK, and has subsidiaries in the United Kingdom. With over 150,000 members, the institute provides technical information, helplines, and communities to its members. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The University of Manchester | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Sigma Holdings Ltd.
 Sigma Holdings Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Sigma Holdings Ltd. operates as a holding company. The company was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Slough, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vertu Motors (Continental) Ltd.
 Vertu Motors (Continental) Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Vertu Motors (Continental) Ltd. provides new and used car dealership services. The firm operates as a franchised Mercedes dealer selling new and used Mercedes cars. The company is headquartered in Gateshead, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vodafone Deutschland GmbH
 Vodafone Deutschland GmbH Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Vodafone GmbH provides wireless telecommunications services. It also provides software on mobiles according to client specifications. The firm also provides terminal, service and system technology tests to the testing of new applications developed for specific customers. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany. | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer Sales & Marketing | |
Vodafone UK Ltd.
 Vodafone UK Ltd. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Vodafone UK Ltd. provides mobile telecommunications services. Its services include information on services, pricing, roaming, and coverage. Its subscribers include corporate and individual consumers. Vodafone has launched 3G service in the 2004 and is responsible for wireless operations of Vodafone Group in UK. The company is headquartered in Newbury, UK. | Wireless Telecommunications | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Chief Executive Officer Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Bristol Street Fourth Investments Ltd.
 Bristol Street Fourth Investments Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Founded in 1953, Bristol Street Fourth Investments Ltd. is a British car dealership company that operates under the parent company Vertu Motors Plc. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK. In 2002, Bristol Street Fourth Investments was acquired by Camden Motor Group Ltd. from Bristol Street Ltd. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Bristol Street First Investments Ltd.
 Bristol Street First Investments Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Bristol Street First Investments Ltd. is a British company that offers a range of used vehicles for sale, including Ford vans, Mercedes-Benz cars, and Renault business and personal contract hire options. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK and was founded in 1930. The company also provides contract hire offers for Dacia vehicles with monthly payment plans to suit various budgets. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| VODAFONE EGYPT TELECOMMUNICATIONS CO SAE | Specialty Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
Epic Communications Ltd.
 Epic Communications Ltd. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Vodafone Malta Ltd. engages in the provision of telecommunications services. It also offers connectivity, mobility, and hosting solutions. The company was founded by Michael J. Bianchi on July 25, 1990 and is headquartered in Luqa, Malta. | Wireless Telecommunications | Corporate Officer/Principal Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| INSEAD | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
| University of California, Berkeley | College/University | Graduate Degree Doctorate Degree Masters Business Admin Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
Vodafone Ventures Ltd.
 Vodafone Ventures Ltd. Investment ManagersFinance Vodafone Ventures Ltd (Vodafone Ventures) is a Venture Capital firm, a subsidiary of Vodafone Group Plc founded in 2000. The firm is headquartered in Newbury. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Chairman Director of Finance/CFO Chairman | |
Grantham Motor Co. Ltd.
 Grantham Motor Co. Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of U.K. Carline Ltd., Grantham Motor Co. Ltd. is a Honda car dealership. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK. The British company was founded in 2003. Grantham Motor Co. was acquired by U.K. Carline Ltd. from Vertu Motors Plc on April 11, 2023. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vertu Motors (Property) Ltd.
 Vertu Motors (Property) Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Vertu Motors (Property) Ltd. is an acquisition vehicle with interest in car dealers. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK and was founded in 2007. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vertu Motors (Chingford) Ltd.
 Vertu Motors (Chingford) Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Vertu Motors (Chingford) Ltd. engages in the sale and repair of new cars and light motor vehicles. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Gordon Lamb Ltd.
 Gordon Lamb Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Gordon Lamb Ltd. is a video production company based in Gateshead, UK. In addition to video production, Gordon Lamb also works with landlords on their residential properties, providing advice on properties that provide a good return on investment. The British company is committed to providing a professional service to all clients and customers, with an in-house complaints procedure in place to improve their standards. Founded in 1966, the private company specializes in creating unique films that make an impact for businesses across Newcastle and the North East. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
SHG Holdings Ltd.
 SHG Holdings Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade SHG Holdings Ltd. sells new and used cars and light motor vehicles. The company was founded on December 10, 2007 and is headquartered in Hereford, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
The Financial Reporting Council Ltd.
 The Financial Reporting Council Ltd. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The Financial Reporting Council Ltd. is a regulatory body that oversees auditors, accountants, and actuaries. The non-profit company is based in London, UK. The British company is responsible for setting the Corporate Governance and Stewardship Codes and promoting transparency and integrity in business. The company's work is aimed at investors and others who rely on company reports, audit, and high-quality risk management. The CEO of the company is Sarah Rapson. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Vodafone Italia SpA
 Vodafone Italia SpA Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications Vodafone Italia SpA engages in the provision of mobile telecommunication services. It offers smartphone, tablet and personal computer tariff plans, asymmetric digital subscriber line and fiber internet, and mobile wifi devices. The company was founded by Carlo De Benedetti and Elserino Piol in 1994 and is headquartered in Ivrea, Italy. | Wireless Telecommunications | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Public Communications Contact Human Resources Officer | |
| SAFARICOM PLC | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
The Taxi Centre Ltd.
 The Taxi Centre Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade The Taxi Centre Ltd. provides vehicles for private operators in the taxi sector. The company was founded on February 19, 2001 and is headquartered in Paisley, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| The Vodafone Foundation | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Chairman Chairman Chairman Director/Board Member | |
Gordon Lamb Holdings Ltd.
 Gordon Lamb Holdings Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Gordon Lamb Holdings Ltd. sells new and used automobiles. It offers Land Rover, Toyota, Skoda, Nissan, Renault, and Jaguar. Its services include maintenance and repair, paint and fabric protector, and free puncture repair. The company was founded by Gordon Lamb in 1953 and is headquartered in Chesterfield, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| VODACOM GROUP LIMITED | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Albert Farnell Ltd.
 Albert Farnell Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Albert Farnell Ltd. owns and operates dealerships of Land Rover. The company is headquartered in Gateshead, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
South Hereford Garages Ltd.
 South Hereford Garages Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade South Hereford Garages Ltd. engages in the selling of new and used cars. It sells Audi and Volkswagen cars and vans for domestic and business customers throughout Herefordshire and the Midlands. The firm offers financing options for its customers. The company was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Hereford, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Hughes Group Holdings Ltd.
 Hughes Group Holdings Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Hughes Group Holdings Ltd. operates as a car dealership. The company is headquartered in Gateshead, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Hughes of Beaconsfield Ltd.
 Hughes of Beaconsfield Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Hughes of Beaconsfield Ltd. engages in dealership of new and used cars. It offers mercedes-benz commericial, smart, jeep, skoda and peugeot services. The company was founded by Michael Hughes in 1955 and is headquartered in Beaconsfield, the United Kingdom. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vertu Motors (VMC) Ltd.
 Vertu Motors (VMC) Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Vertu Motors (VMC) Ltd. offers Volkswagen servicing through their manufacturer specialist technicians. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK and was founded in 1961. The British company also has an extensive range of used Land Rover Range Rovers for sale. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Power Bulbs Ltd.
 Power Bulbs Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Power Bulbs Ltd. is a leading online retailer of high-quality car headlight bulbs from top manufacturers such as OSRAM, Philips, PIAA, GE, NEOLUX, and M-Tech. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK, and provides free delivery on all orders. Additionally, they offer state-of-the-art EV Chargers to charge electric vehicles. Customers can also find Gelly Plast wind deflectors on their website. Founded in 2008, the British company specializes in providing original equipment quality xenon, LED, and halogen upgrade automotive bulbs for cars. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
All Car Parts Ltd.
 All Car Parts Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, All Car Parts Ltd. is a British company that retails car parts through online. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK and was founded in 2012. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Farmer & Carlisle Holdings Ltd.
 Farmer & Carlisle Holdings Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Farmer & Carlisle Holdings Ltd. is a British company that offers new and used cars, as well as flexible finance options for new cars and approved used vehicles and light commercial vehicles. The private company is based in Loughborough, UK. The company provides car servicing price plans to help customers budget their motoring costs. Toyota, the Worldwide Official Mobility Partner of the International Olympic Committee and the International Paralympic Committee, is the parent company of Farmer & Carlisle Holdings The company was founded in 2000. Farmer & Carlisle Holdings was acquired by Vertu Motors Plc on December 13, 2021 for $12.17 million. | Financial Conglomerates | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vodafone US, Inc.
 Vodafone US, Inc. Specialty TelecommunicationsCommunications Vodafone US, Inc. operates as a holding company which provides telecommunication and IT services. The company was founded on April 1, 1994 and is headquartered in New York, NY. | Specialty Telecommunications | Chief Executive Officer President Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Farmer & Carlisle Ltd.
 Farmer & Carlisle Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Farmer & Carlisle Ltd. is a Toyota dealership that offers a wide range of new and used vehicles, as well as flexible finance options for new and approved used cars and light commercial vehicles. Founded in 1975, the private company is based in Loughborough, UK. The British company provides car servicing price plans to help customers budget their motoring costs. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Blacks Autos Ltd.
 Blacks Autos Ltd. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Part of Vertu Motors Plc, Blacks Autos Ltd. is a British company that sells new cars and light motor vehicles. The private company is based in Gateshead, UK and was founded in 2007. | Specialty Stores | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| VODAFONE QATAR P.Q.S.C. | Wireless Telecommunications | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member |
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International
| United Kingdom | 34 |
| United States | 6 |
| Germany | 4 |
| Hong Kong | 2 |
| Egypt | 2 |
Sectoral
| Retail Trade | 24 |
| Communications | 14 |
| Finance | 5 |
| Commercial Services | 5 |
| Consumer Services | 5 |
Operational
| Director/Board Member | 786 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 195 |
| Chairman | 177 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 153 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 100 |
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| Julian Michael Horn-Smith | 38 |
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