Hippo

Since Hippo was founded in 2016, it’s been a journey of steady growth. In 2024, we reached some incredible milestones, like welcoming our 500th team member, Tess Robinson. What began as a small team focused on user-centred solutions has grown into a 500-strong organisation with offices in six cities across the UK. Along the way, we’ve stayed committed to delivering impactful work, supporting local communities, and maintaining a culture that puts people first. Earlier this year, our CEO, Adam Lewis, shared some thoughts about what makes Hippo unique. From our focus on user needs to how we’ve scaled while staying true to our values. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey so far. We’re excited to see what the future holds as we continue to grow and make a difference. Read more about this milestone and Adam’s reflections on our blog: https://lnkd.in/erTg8yyF #CompanyGrowth #DigitalTransformation #UserCentredDesign #InclusiveCulture #TeamMilestone

As we reflect on the year's standout moments, one that truly stands out is the visit from the Government of Barbados as part of their AI-focused UK study tour. Government Ministers and officials from Barbados visited Hippo to explore how AI can be harnessed to enhance public services. The UK ranked fourth globally for AI capability and provided the perfect backdrop for discussions on responsible AI, citizen-centred service delivery, and the creation of standardised approaches to data sharing and AI infrastructure. Our team shared how responsible AI is being integrated into public services to enhance outcomes for citizens. From AI workshops at Hippo to collaborative sessions across the region, the visit highlighted the power of knowledge-sharing and international collaboration. You can read more about the visit and hear from participants on our video and blog:https://lnkd.in/dM3RUbPr #AI #DigitalTransformation #GovTech #ResponsibleAI #InternationalCollaboration

It’s hard to believe that it was 2023 when we launched our Social Value Strategy and that it’s only been this year we’ve seen the impact it’s made through our first social value report. Reflecting on the past year, we’re proud of the progress we’ve made and the positive difference we've seen in our communities, exceeding our target by 28% and generating over £25 million in social value. Some of the measurable impacts include: •150 new jobs were created, with 104 filled by local talent and 8 supporting people facing employment barriers. •302 hours dedicated to mentoring and youth engagement, helping to inspire the next generation of digital leaders. •472 hours spent volunteering, from food security initiatives to environmental projects. •£20.7M invested in local SMEs and social enterprises, strengthening our communities. Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue this journey and work towards our £100M goal by 2030. You can download the report for free on our website:  https://lnkd.in/e92YYigr #SocialImpact #CommunityImpact #Sustainability #LocalSupport #HippoGivesBack

From our herd to yours, we’re wishing you all a very merry Christmas. #MerryChristmas #HappyChristmas #HappyHolidays

With the year wrapping up, everyone finding out their most played songs and advent calendars nearly empty, our herd has been reflecting on some of the moments that stood out this year. And what better place to start than Leeds Digital Festival? It was a standout event for the herd, featuring: •66 Hippos presenting or part of panels •9 events hosted at our hippocampus •3 award nominations •1 award win This incredible experience wouldn’t have been the same without the hard work that made it all happen. If you missed it, you can read all the highlights our blog: https://lnkd.in/eEiixT6v #LeedsDigitalFestival #DigitalInnovation #TechCommunity

As we swap our work wardrobe for something a bit more festive, we wanted to share a few numbers that made 2024 stand out for the herd: 🤝 12 new clients joined us ✨ 277 new Hippos became part of the team 🎉 We welcomed our 500th Hippo 🛠 64,143 development hours dedicated to making an impact 💚 £17,615,863 in social value (verified by Thrive - Social Impact Software) 🌍 175 volunteer days spent supporting our communities A big Hippo thank you to everyone who made this year so special. Wishing you all a wonderful festive season and see you in the new year! #YearInReview #TeamSuccess #SocialImpact #SocialValue #TeamAchievments

An enormous thank you to the incredible team at Hippo who've worked so hard this week repainting our changing rooms. With over 5,000 visitors a year they were badly in need of some love and the @HippoDigital team have done just that. We're loving our new branded feature wall!

Hippo Co-founder, Liz Whitefield, has been nominated for not one, but two awards at the TheBusinessDesk.com Leadership Awards Yorkshire 2025: Transformational Leader and Technology Leader. The Leadership Awards, hosted by TheBusinessDesk.com, celebrate leaders who inspire change, raise standards, and make a real impact in their organisations and beyond. The Yorkshire arm of the awards will take place on Thursday 20 March 2025 in Leeds city centre, bringing together the region’s business community to recognise great leadership. We’re proud to see Liz nominated alongside so many inspiring individuals and look forward to celebrating with everyone in March. #LeadershipAwards #YorkshireBusiness #TechnologyLeadership #DigitalTransformation #InspiringChange

At the heart of every meaningful solution is a clear focus on people. This year, as part of Leeds Digital Festival, DWP Digital and Hippo joined forces to host Hack for Good, a collaborative hackathon focused on using technology to better support work coaches and the people they help into meaningful employment. Faced with heavy workloads and volume-driven targets, work coaches often struggle to provide the personalised support job seekers need. During the hackathon, teams from across tech, charities, and education tackled this challenge by exploring how data and automation could reduce administrative strain and create more impactful services. The event brought together designers, engineers, and problem-solvers to co-create solutions with the potential to make a real difference. From rethinking processes to unlocking new ways to use data, the ideas shared underscored the power of collaboration and innovation in improving public sector services. #HackForGood #TechForGood #LeedsDigitalFestival

Hippo is proud to announce that we have been selected to join the Digital Capability for Health 2 (DCfH2) framework! The DCfH2 framework is designed to help health and social care organisations streamline their digital transformation efforts. It connects them with trusted suppliers like Hippo, who bring expertise in creating digital solutions that improve efficiency and patient outcomes. Being part of DCfH2 builds on our work on the original DCfH framework since 2021, strengthening our partnership with the NHS and reinforcing our commitment to delivering innovative digital solutions that address the complex needs of the UK healthcare system. Want to know more about what DCfH2 means for healthcare and Hippo’s role in shaping its future? Read the full blog and hear from Sarah Corbridge and Robin Baines here: https://lnkd.in/eX6nQhAs Adam Lewis, Selin Barnett, Adam Tostevin, Ben Childs, Darren Hutton, Ed Hiley, Leeds Digital Health #DigitalHealth #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalTransformation #NHSDigital #HealthTech