In this episode, we dive into the wild world of fundraising with Kerry Murphy, Founder and CEO of The Fabricant, a ground-breaking decentralized digital fashion house. Discover Kerry's insights on choosing the right investors, positioning yourself to stay ahead of the innovation curve, and the crucial role of vulnerability and transparency with investors.  With The Fabricant redefining the wardrobe of the metaverse, Kerry's journey is one you won't want to miss.  Find out the advice he...

Sarah Levy, CEO of Betterment, and Ex COO of Viacom (home to entertainment brands, including MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central, and Paramount Channel) shares the hacks behind her immensely successful career. Through a series of senior leadership roles, overseeing iconic brands like MTV and Comedy Central, discover how Sarah led world-class IP like SpongeBob and South Park beyond the TV screen and into multi-million dollar franchises, spanning everything from consumer products to theme parks...

Join Chris Walker, Founder and CEO of Refine Labs, as he shares his top tips on how leaders can create a best-in-class B2B marketing strategy that creates demand and revolutionizes the way you think about your customers.  Discussions in the episode: Challenging the revenue scaling model: creating demand firstWhat is dark social?How to capture demand and move customers into the buying cycleSeeing revenue as a business metric, not a sales metricThe evolving trends with B2B customersClick here...

With a valuation of over 8 billion dollars, hear from SumUp’s Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion, Felizitas Lichtenberg, on how they have built and executed their ED&I strategy to create real change within their communities. As a global fintech company with over 3,000 employees, SumUp are at the forefront of the industry, having been recognized as a Top Global Employer for LGBTQ+ for their global efforts. Discussions in the episode: Ways to promote diversity without “tokenism”How...

If you're ready to unlock the secrets of overcoming fear and building emotional resilience in business, join us for an unforgettable conversation with Oli France – the ultimate adventurer himself! Having travelled to some of the world’s wildest places, his adventures have taken him through deserts, jungles, mountains, and war-torn regions, where he has faced spies, interrogators, minefields and earthquakes. Discussions in the episode: How fear can drive decision making in businessThe power of...

Discover the secrets to mastering mergers, acquisitions and fundraising with Atul Bagga, the CFO at JLL Technologies.  With an impressive track record of successfully navigating and executing multiple M&A transactions worth a staggering $600 million, find out how to propel your business into its next era of growth. Discussions in the session: Scaling: organic vs inorganic growthThe balance of optimism and pragmatism How to decide on the “right” investment partner for your businessThe...

Discover the secrets to mastering mergers, acquisitions and fundraising with Atul Bagga, the CFO at JLL Technologies.  With an impressive track record of successfully navigating and executing multiple M&A transactions worth a staggering $600 million, find out how to propel your business into its next era of growth. Discussions in the session: Scaling: organic vs inorganic growthThe balance of optimism and pragmatism How to decide on the “right” investment partner for your businessThe...

Master the art of building a customer-centric strategy with help from TalkTalk’s Managing Director, Jonathan Kini.  As one of the UK’s leading B2B providers of broadband and data services, Jonathan has a track record of driving growth in senior roles at Virgin Media and Vodafone. Discussions in the episode: The dangers of strategic misalignmentTried and tested strategies to increase your NPS scoreWeighing up the needs of the board in a customer-centric organizationIncreasing awareness of...

Listed as one of the Top 50 Thought Leaders and Influencers on the Future of Work, hear from Denis Pennel, Managing Director of the World Employment Confederation on how to find opportunity when faced with economic uncertainty. Discussions in the session: The “great mismatch” between employer and employeeCombating the “job-full” recession and future trends for talentHow innovations are shifting the world of work Click here to reach out to Peter Rabey direct  Like this show? Please leave us a...

In this Strategy Sessions episode, hear from Robert Pasco, CEO & Co-founder of Plend, where he uncovers the methodologies and strategies behind their whirlwind success. Since their foundation in 2020, they have successfully raised over £40 million in investment, and are on a mission to make credit history, history. Discussions in the session: How the strategic process shifts as you navigate different funding round How to support your team in handling growth and increased customer...

Named by Forbes as one of the top Anti-Racism consultants, hear from Netta Jenkins on the diversity deception and how common misconceptions are undermining your business success.  Find out about the danger of competitive cult syndrome, common mistakes leaders make, how to measure inclusivity... and so much more! Click here to reach out to Peter Rabey direct  Like this show? Please leave us a review. Every review helps. 

Join me on a journey of self-awareness and reflection as I enter a new decade of my 40s. In today's episode, I'll be sharing 10 powerful pieces of advice that I wish I had known at 20. Discover the importance of embracing failure, breaking out of your comfort zone, and the endless possibilities that await when you set goals and follow your North Star.  Click here to reach out to Peter Rabey direct  Like this show? Please leave us a review. Every review helps. 

How do you stop good people from leaving your company? With 57% of managers feeling ill-equipped to support their colleagues through the cost-of-living crisis, find out how to create an employee-centric culture with Chieu Cao, the Co-founder of Perkbox and CEO of Mintago. Chieu is passionate about bridging the gap between fintech and financial wellbeing.  Discussions in the episode: The benefits employees really care aboutWeighing up the balance between financial, physical and mental...

As the Executive Vice Chair of Mastercard and Global Chair of the 30% Club, find out from Ann Cairns how leaders can drive change and create equality in the boardroom. Having represented Mastercard around the world focusing on inclusion, diversity and innovation, Ann also spearheads the 30% Club’s mission to achieve at least 30% representation of women on boards and C-suites globally.  Discussions in the episode:  How can leaders create a balanced board The importance of variety of...

Having been named a “Financial Prodigy” by The New York Times, find out why Derrius Quarles, the Co-founder of BREAUX Capital, is on a mission to break down the systemic barriers to financial health, in his inspiring journey to entrepreneurship.  Discussions in the episode: The importance of leading with loveHow leaders can build diverse teamsMeasuring success when aiming to impact societal changeFinding your passion and the value of authenticityClick here to reach out to Peter Rabey...

Find out how to build a learning culture with Ulrik Christensen, the Executive Chairman for the Area9 Group. Having spent the last 20 years pioneering advancements in adaptive learning, blended learning and computer simulation, Area9 Group was founded to develop the next generation of infrastructure in education. Discussions in the episode: The balance between personal development and business needsHow to spot a mindset of learning when hiring What does an effective board look like?The...

Hear from Lukas Wagner, CFO of Pipe, on their journey from start-up to fintech unicorn in just 3 years. On a mission to tackle the challenges and opportunities founders face when deciding how to finance their companies, Pipe has raised over $300 million since its foundation in 2019 and is now valued at over $2 billion.  Discussions in the episode: The balance between risk taking and innovationThe dynamic between CFO and CEO when raising capital Biggest learns from fundraising journey to...

Find out about the secretive world of stealth start-ups with Yadid Ayzenberg, the CEO and Co-founder of Stealth Labs. Having previously founded The Sync Project, which was later acquired by Bose Corporation, Yadid has over 25 years’ experience, most recently leading the sleep consumer business at Bose. Discussions in the episode: When you should go into stealth modeBiggest learns from mergers and acquisitionsPioneering the product launch of Sleepbuds at BoseBiggest learns from fundraising...

Third time founder and CEO of Walnut, Yoav Vilner, shares his journey raising over $56M in just two years. Having been named a "Tech marketer to watch" by Forbes magazine, Yoav discusses how Walnut are pioneering in a new category and his learns from scaling one of the world’s leading product demo platforms. Discussions in the episode: The importance of partnering with the right investorsHow to attract the best talent in start-up phasePioneering in a new categoryThe components of a strong...

Find out how brands can disrupt in a crowded marketplace with Ed Williams, CEO of Candy Kittens. On a mission to challenge the traditional perception of sweets, Candy Kittens have established themselves as a household name, having recently partnered with BrewDog to bring a new IPA to market. Discussions in the episode:  The power of storytelling within a brandGlobal expansion lessons learnt The most powerful tactics for disrupting a marketThe importance of vision within a start-upClick here...

Having raised over $60 million, find out what Jimmy Chen, the founder and CEO of Propel, has learnt from his funding journey and how he has successfully created a business with social impact without sacrificing on revenue.  The for-profit technology company have created an award-winning app, which is now used by over 5 million households each month to manage their government benefits and money.  Discussions in the episode:  How early years shape the leader you become The balancing act between...

Learn from former Capital One executive and Co-Founder and CEO of fintech startup Tandym, Jennifer Glaspie-Lundstrom, about how to create a compelling pitch deck. With their recent equity round being led by Google’s AI-focused venture fund Gradient Ventures, Tandym offers private-label digital credit cards to merchants. Discussions in the episode: Biggest learns from fundraising journeyHow to master an elevator pitchThe power of storytelling in businessThe transition from global corporation...

Matt Wool is CEO of Acceleration Partners, one of the world’s leading Partnership Marketing firms who work with global brands including Uber, adidas and Target. In this episode he shares what CEOs of scaling organizations need to know about marketing to be successful. Having joined Acceleration Partners as VP in 2012, Matt has driven the company’s growth from five employees in 2012 to now over 300 globally. Discussions in the episode: The challenges of global marketing at scaleWhen to hire an...

Having pitched and run billion-pound transformations for some of the biggest financial services companies, David Brear, CEO of 11:FS, discusses how he built a multimillion a month business in 6 years with zero external investment in the group. 11:FS is a challenger consultancy to build and launch the next generation of digital propositions for some of the biggest banks in the world. Discussions in the episode: Creating credibility in a brandHow to keep innovating as you scaleThe biggest...

Carolyn Starrett is CEO of Flatiron Health who employ over 1500 people across the globe. In this episode she shares her inspiring journey from VP of Customer Experience and Operations to CEO and the multi-dimensional role of leaders. Flatiron is a world leader in transforming patients’ real-life experiences into knowledge to help accelerate improvements in cancer care and treatment. Discussions in the episode: Representing Flatiron at President Biden’s announcement for Cancer...