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Leaders Embracing Vulnerability

Leaders, are you too afraid to ask for help? It's time to break the stigma and embrace vulnerability as a sign of strength. In 2023’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, vulnerability is more important than ever. We probably all know that it's not uncommon for leaders ...
Ecaveo - Pitch the way VCs Think

Pitching the Way a VC Thinks

A Guide to Winning Over InvestorsWhen preparing to pitch your startup to venture capitalists (VCs), it’s essential to understand the mindset of your audience. VCs evaluate hundreds, if not thousands, of business opportunities every year, and their goal is to sift through the noise to ...
Ethical AI Training considerations with Ecaveo

Ethical AI Training

Shaping the Future of Responsible Innovation Operating as a fractional CAIO brings many responsibilities.  One is exploring the risk landscape associated with AI and I was recently tasked with presenting to the board and setting out the issues associated with ethical AI training.  This short post ...

The Sector That Eats its Young

Are you a founder in the start-up sector looking for inspiration to take your business to the next level?Well… for inspiration, look no further than the 'Barkley Marathons', an ultra-marathon race known for its extreme difficulty and unpredictable terrain.This incredible race goes by the tag ...
Whats the difference between Artificial General Intelligence and Generative AI

Differences: Gen AI vs AGI

Unravelling the Key Differences between Gen AI & AGIIn recent years, the field of artificial intelligence has surged forward, bringing to life technologies that were once confined to the realms of science fiction. Among these advancements, Generative AI (Gen AI) and Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) ...

Fintech & the UK Investment Outlook

Interested in the growth prospects of the fintech sector in the UK? The year ahead looks rocky for VC funding but some promise remains as the UK continues to attract its fair share of global financial services investment.  According to the latest UK Attractiveness Survey for ...

How’s Your Pitch Deck?

Is your pitch deck ‘everything, everywhere all at once’?I see dozens of decks every month and most follow a well-known and much-discussed model. I’m not going to discuss that here today. Instead, I’ve set out what I think is most frequently missing that means it may miss ...

Post Deal Integration

You’ve done the deal, but how do you ensure a successful integration?In a previous post, I discussed strategies for achieving success in M&A. Now, I'd like to explore the intricacies of post-deal integration (PDI) and the challenges it presents in 3000 characters or less!M&A transactions ...

Startup Funding Challenges

There’s no escaping the fact that it’s been a tough year for startups in the tech industry… The recent market downturn has had a significant impact, with many companies experiencing a drop in their valuations of 50-70%. This has major implications for startups that are looking ...

Raising Business Finance

Successful Fundraising Mandates and Lessons for Early-Stage UK Businesses 2023 has been a transformative year for early-stage businesses in the UK - especially those raising finance. Amidst economic uncertainties, I was lucky enough to have helped a dozen or so innovative startups to successfully raise finance, ...

TEDx: Hiring Mad Mavericks!

The Chronicles of a Mad Maverick: My TEDx Rollercoaster Ride If you've ever had a burning desire to completely lose track of time, develop an unhealthy obsession with PowerPoint and find yourself speaking to the mirror more than your own family, then I have a suggestion ...
How to successfully pitch investors

How to Successfully Pitch Investors

Unlocking the Secrets of a Winning Investment PitchPitching to investors is a cornerstone and often nerve-wracking process for any entrepreneur. Whether you’re a seasoned founder or a startup newbie, crafting and delivering the perfect pitch can be the key to securing the funding you need ...