In a very positive start to 2007, Headfast has appointed Richard Hainebach as its new Chairman with special responsibility for business strategy and development. Richard brings with him a great deal of experience in publishing and online information services. He is also a long-time user of the company’s software and services. Sue Hyman, one of Headfast’s founding directors, said when announcing the appointment, “I am delighted to welcome Richard on board. His knowledge and experience of our core application areas will be a great asset as we expand both within our existing markets and into new ones.”