It was with very great sadness that we said our goodbyes to Dean Webster, our non-executive director and most treasured colleague, last week, who passed away very suddenly and unexpectedly in August. He was 62.

Dean was instrumental in Opera's growth over the past seven years and his influence is felt everywhere.

He was incredibly generous with his time, passing on the benefit of his many years of experience and was a hugely valued mentor to a great many in the business and beyond. His loss is keenly felt by us all.

Our thoughts are with his beloved wife Anne, son Scott, daughter Emma and family and friends, at this incredibly difficult time. The family are planning to raise funds for selected charities in Dean's memory; if anybody would like details, please contact us at samantha.solly@operapm.co.uk