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 Kate Barnard, cofounder of Enjoy The Air.
03.10.2023
Climate solutions suffer from significant underfunding and a lack of prioritisation from both the public and private sectors. Without prompt and substantial changes, the latest synthesis report from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) suggests that the world is on track to miss the goals set by the Paris Agreement, which aimed to limit global warming to 1.5°C.
03.10.2023
You managed to make it through multiple interview rounds, successfully negotiated your salary, have signed on the dotted line and yet somehow, you hate your new job and don’t know what to do. For starters, take comfort in the fact that regretting your decision isn’t a reflection on your professionalism or commitment issues (or lack thereof).
03.10.2023
In the realm of business leadership, success is often associated with financial gains, innovation, and growth. However, beneath the surface, there lies a deeper yearning – the quest for purpose. Business leaders are increasingly recognising that financial achievements, while significant, are not the sole markers of success.
02.10.2023
With #QVCS, Maddyness profiles different funds to give founders and entrepreneurs the information they need to choose the right investor. Today we interview Andrew Noble, Partner at Par Equity.
02.10.2023
As part of our quick founder questions series – or QFQs – we spoke to Jess Lancashire, CEO and founder of From Another, about recovering from illness, the importance of trust in the workplace, and their mission to reimagine flexible work for 1 million families by 2030.
30.09.2023
Connected cars will soon become an extension of our digital ecosystem. As the automotive leader Renault Group designs the future of mobility, it’s vital to build a workforce reflective of the people who will buy, drive and use the vehicles of tomorrow.
29.09.2023
Every week, Maddyness brings you the latest investment news from the UK startup ecosystem. Here's a recap of this week's investments.
29.09.2023
UK mental health care is in desperate need of digital innovation. Demand for support has skyrocketed post-pandemic, while record wait lists mean many are left unable to access care when they need it.
29.09.2023
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.
28.09.2023
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.
28.09.2023
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.
28.09.2023
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.
27.09.2023
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.
27.09.2023