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Fight through the minefield of 'green' and buy better with Canopey
As part of a series about Virgin StartUp’s Collective Impact programme, Maddyness spoke to Thomas Panton, CEO and Hugo Douglas-Deane, CMO of Canopey.
Portfolio by " Thomas Panton & Hugo Douglas-Deane
28.09.2023
Happy employees are productive ones, startup leaders share their thoughts for the International Week of Happiness at Work
The International Week of Happiness at Work can be a catalyst for startup businesses, fostering a positive work environment and employee well-being, boosting creativity and productivity - vital elements for entrepreneurial success in today's competitive landscape. By prioritising happiness, startups can attract and retain top talent, leading to sustainable growth and innovation.
Opinion by " Maddyness UK
28.09.2023
Happy employees are productive ones, startup leaders share their thoughts for the International Week of Happiness at Work
With Distil you can discover what your customers are really like
As part of our quick founder questions series - or QFQs - we spoke to Gerry McNicol founder and CEO of Distil about harnessing data for startups and SMEs, recent investment and data reports.
Portfolio by " Gerry McNicol
28.09.2023
With Distil you can discover what your customers are really like
How to build a neurodiversity-friendly workplace, according to an autistic female founder
In the fast-paced world of startups and entrepreneurship, diversity and inclusivity are no longer just buzzwords; they are key factors that drive innovation and success. Neurodiversity - a term describing differences in the way people's brains work that covers autism, ADHD, dyslexia and tourettes -  offers a unique opportunity for startups to tap into a pool of underutilised talent who literally think outside the box. 
Opinion by " Zareen Ali
27.09.2023
How to build a neurodiversity-friendly workplace, according to an autistic female founder
Gravity Sketch, a virtual studio for designers to create and share in 3D
As part of a series with Google for Startups Black Founders Fund, Maddyness spoke to Oluwaseyi Sosanya at Gravity Sketch about funding, plans for the future and their advice for other founders.
Portfolio by " Oluwaseyi Sosanya
27.09.2023
Gravity Sketch, a virtual studio for designers to create and share in 3D
Surge in international demand spurs GITEX GLOBAL, Expand North Star to take over the city of Dubai
World’s largest tech and startup event spearheads global tech takeover at Dubai World Trade Centre and Dubai Harbour. Blockbuster duo to accelerate the epic race for AI dominance in the year to imagine AI in everything.
News by " Maddyness, with GITEX Global
In partnership with GITEX
27.09.2023
The Tyre Collective, capturing tyre wear for a cleaner environment
The global climate tech sector has never been more buoyant. But innovation in air quality has been slower. With Breathable cities, designed by Growth Studio we met the clean air startups tackling the devastating effects of air pollution that kills 7 million people worldwide every year and today we introduce Hanson Cheng, cofounder of The Tyre Collective.
Portfolio by " Hanson Cheng
26.09.2023
Elon Musk’s unfinished business
Applications by X, formerly known as Twitter, for crypto payment licences in the US signal that Elon Musk is determined to complete some unfinished business. Is the Dogefather about to shake up global finance the way he did space travel and electric cars?
Opinion by " Brendan Beeken
26.09.2023
Elon Musk’s unfinished business Brendan Beeken
Plastic-i, solving plastic pollution from orbit
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to James Doherty, cofounder of Plastic-i about protecting the health of the ocean, creating a global map of plastic pollution and unlocking the true potential of available solutions.
Portfolio by " James Doherty
26.09.2023
James Doherty
A no-nonsense guide to UK startup financing options
Tech startups have plenty of reasons to seek external investment, from boosting growth to accelerating product development. However, in 2023, we've seen a downward trend in the amount of funding being raised by UK startups.
Tools by " Zickie Lim
26.09.2023
A no-nonsense guide to UK startup financing options
Artisan workshops at your fingertips, meet Wecandoo
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Edouard Eyglunent, cofounder of Wecandoo about crafts, connections and international growth.
Portfolio by " Edouard Eyglunent
25.09.2023
99% of purposes aren't worth the paper they're written on. Here's how to make sure yours is
Many people believe a business’s purpose expresses its reason for existing, a rallying cry, some expression of corporate social responsibility. It doesn’t. It describes what makes a business unique, who it will help and what impact it will have for them over the long term.
Opinion by " Atif Sheikh & Darren Ashby
25.09.2023
99% of purposes are BS. Here’s how not to f*ck it up
Investing for impact and financial return, a profile of Gresham House Ventures
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Zixin Pan, Associate Director at Gresham House Ventures.
Portfolio by " Zixin Pan, associate director at Gresham House Ventures
25.09.2023
Investing for impact and financial return, a profile of Gresham House Ventures
Meet Obu, addressing the gender investment gap at scale
As part of our quick founder questions series - or QFQs - we spoke to Sarah King, CEO and cofounder of Obu about diversifying the angel investor pool, and why endurance is critical to entrepreneurship.
Portfolio by " Sarah King
23.09.2023
Meet Obu, addressing the gender investment gap at scale
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