A recent report from the CIPD revealed that for almost a third of organisations (32%), neuroinclusion is not a focus, with small businesses being the least likely to do so.
17.04.2024
Gone are the days when doing good through a startup meant sacrificing commercial performance. Founders with impact at their core are appealing to new customers, attracting top talent and seeing improved performance. What the founders in this piece have in common is a connection to the ImpactVC community, made up of over 700 firms collectively managing more than £50B of assets.
17.04.2024
Being a leader is rarely a breeze. There are times when it is easy, clearly, and others when the pressure is on to earn your corn. In moments like that, it is surprising that many do not simply throw the towel in and find a beach to lie on with a cocktail and a good book (preferably mine).
16.04.2024
Authentic community engagement is now a critical factor for success. As these communities grow and thrive, the ecosystem becomes an essential element of growth and brand strategy, which in-turn generates important signals that business leaders ignore at their peril.
16.04.2024
The UK’s Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has recently launched the Unicorn Kingdom: Pathfinder Awards, looking to discover promising tech scaleups from across the globe
15.04.2024
Developing digital leaders should be a strategic priority in AI implementation. People are the number one factor contributing to the success of digital transformation projects. In fact, companies who can identify, attract and retain the best talent are almost 50% more likely to succeed in their transformation efforts.
15.04.2024
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today, we speak to Jia-Lin Yong, Investor at Giant to explore the future of health.
15.04.2024
The launch of Apple’s Vision Pro, the world’s first spatial computer, promises to introduce a brand new era for productivity, socializing, and entertainment. If the new technology takes off, will traditional televisions become obsolete?
13.04.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Jean-Michel Chalayer, founder of Jena about recent investment, backing solopreneurs and the importance of flex culture!
12.04.2024
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
12.04.2024
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Xavier Craine, cofounder of Mixtons about building a business during a pandemic, innovating with flavours and delivering new products.
11.04.2024
Ideas, exchanges, innovations, and inspiring speeches flew thick and fast at an event for the Bienvenue aux Royaume des Audacieux campaign, organised in partnership with Maddyness and London & Partners at the British embassy in France.
10.04.2024
Justin Kan, the brain behind Justin.tv and Twitch, said “first time founders focus on product, second time founders focus on distribution.” Fortunately for me, I managed to buck that trend and focus on distribution in both my first and second startup. But now, on the investor side of the table, I'm dumbfounded by how much Justin's words still ring true.
10.04.2024
In the dynamic realm of technology startups, maintaining a competitive edge requires adaptability, flexibility, and ingenuity. WOLF, our tech venture headquartered in London, has recent experience of having to be adaptable and creative to help our business to thrive.
09.04.2024