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Why the wrong culture can stop growth

The UK and Europe are lagging behind the US in maximising the potential of tech companies founded in their respective national markets, but why?

Culture, perception and confidence are holding us. How do we resolve this?

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Julio Romo Julio Romo

Open AI: How the Board turned an issue into a crisis

The Board of OpenAI created a crisis out of an internal issue. Their lack of focus or understanding of corporate governance led to not just the sacking of their CEO Sam Altman but their own departure after he returned to lead the company that he co-founded. All because of very poor communication. A lesson to learn for Boards and investors in start-ups everywhere

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Three issues that Elon Musk must fix as the new owner of Twitter

Elon Musk has bought Twitter, the de-facto channel used by government, politicians and media organisations from around the world to engage with and listen to the public. This purchase is not about freedom of speech, it is about control and shaping policy around the world.

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Julio Romo Julio Romo

Growing the reputation of Corporate Venture Capital

Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) firms are serious investors. Yet while venture capital (VC) firms get the headlines, CVCs can offer insight and industry-specific expertise that can help start-ups they support scale. Yet, CVCs and the value they can share are not as well known.

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Julio Romo Julio Romo

How can British Airways repair it's reputation

British Airways CEO Sean Doyle’s letter to customers signals a transformation for the airline and its reputation. But will it deliver and how can it regain confidence in aggressive short and long-haul markets? Simple, redesign the offer and engage Communications and digital innovation professionals to the job.

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