AI is transforming consulting, but leaders still need human judgment and expertise. This is why strategists skilled in perception, reputation, and trust are essential to harness AI that builds confidence that drives growth.
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AI is transforming consulting, but leaders still need human judgment and expertise. This is why strategists skilled in perception, reputation, and trust are essential to harness AI that builds confidence that drives growth.
What soft power is, how countries use it to shape diplomacy, trade and investment, and why it still matters in a more contested, multipolar world. The Foreign Policy Centre has just released its latest report outlining a way forward for the UK Government to develop soft power.
Singapore's "Nation by Design" is a masterclass in strategic governance. In this blog I explores how intentional design, from civil service excellence and fiscal agility to human-centered policies and education, have transformed a small island into a global powerhouse. Discover Singapore's blueprint for earned trust, economic dominance, and a future-ready nation.
Why is the Labour government’s message not landing? After a year, the agile communications of opposition have been replaced by a cautious civil service and an outdated focus on press, ignoring how public opinion is shaped online. Businesses can become a credible partner by forming coalitions and presenting solution-led proposals that align with national missions, helping the government deliver.
Britain has no shortage of talent or ideas, but it lacks a culture that truly values ambition, risk-taking, and entrepreneurial success. While US founders are celebrated, UK entrepreneurs are met with scepticism, short-sighted policy, and a narrative that undermines their contribution. I explore the damaging myths around wealth creation, the perception gap at the heart of UK policymaking, and the steps we must take to reposition entrepreneurship as a national asset, not a problem to manage.
Europe’s deep-tech ambitions depend on more than just research and capital, they hinge on trust, strategic collaboration, and clear communication. The European Innovation Council’s latest Corporate Startup Collaboration report shows how the EU is working to unlock growth through corporate venture capital (CVC). But to truly compete with the U.S. and Asia, Europe must go further: aligning incentives, strengthening positioning, and using strategic communications to build confidence and scale impact.
Corporate venture capital is more than capital, it’s capability, insight, and strategic advantage. But to scale innovation and deliver returns, CVCs must treat communications as core infrastructure. I attended GCV Symposium in London this week and discussed why strategic comms is critical to trust, growth, and investor value.
Britain stands at a strategic crossroads, with policy, capital, and innovation aligning. As the UK enters a “Goldilocks moment,” family offices and venture investors must act decisively to turn this rare opportunity into long-term growth, trust, and national competitiveness.
At SFO Week 2025, it became clear that single family offices are more than capital providers—they’re strategic builders of innovation, trust, and long-term growth. From deeptech to university spinouts, family offices are shaping the future of investment with purpose and conviction.