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The UK government faces a credibility problem, struggling to move beyond rhetoric to deliver tangible economic growth. This piece argues for a shift from "headline economics" to concrete frameworks that mobilise capital, outlining five recommendations for transforming policy ambitions into real-world impact.
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.
Economic diplomacy is reshaping global business. Leaders who align with national strategies and engage at the intersection of policy and profit are gaining a competitive edge. Here’s how strategic insight drives access, resilience, and long-term growth.
Trust is no longer a soft value, it’s a strategic driver of profit, growth, and resilience. As global trust declines, businesses must act to rebuild and protect it to build back profitability.
I explore how deepfakes and generative AI pose rising threats to financial institutions, with verified case studies and strategic recommendations. It follows the deepfake of a Goldman Sachs Chief U.S. Equity Strategist, David Kostin. A must-read for business and investment leaders focused on trust, risk, reputation, and AI governance.
Reputation is now a key driver of investment decisions across venture capital, corporate venture capital, and family offices. In this blog, we examine how trust influences deal speed, valuation, and risk, and offer practical guidance for founders and investors navigating today’s reputation-first funding landscape.
