As companies invest more in leadership development, it’s critical that these programmes deliver clear, measurable results. Business Psychologist Christen Gilchrist warns that many organisations fall into the trap of funding training courses that offer abstract theories with little real-world application. She advises that businesses should be selective when choosing leadership and management programmes, ensuring that the content is practical, evidence-based, and tied directly to organisational outcomes—otherwise, valuable time and resources may be lost. “Leadership development should not be about attending a seminar and hoping for the best,” says Gilchrist. “For training to be truly effective, it must be evidence-based, practical,…
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UNA Watch, a wearable technology company founded in the UK, has raised more than £200,000 in under two days through a Kickstarter campaign to support the launch of its innovative GPS sports watch. Designed to be the world’s first fully modular and easily repairable sports watch, UNA Watch is poised to challenge major players in the market such as Apple and Garmin. More than 1,000 early backers from across the globe, including a strong base of supporters in the United States, have already pledged their support. Retailing at just over £260, the product is set for its first deliveries in…
The Hispanic market is booming. A simple Google search will tell you that 20% of the U.S. population is Hispanic. So, the businesses that fail to recognize the potential are simply missing out. I know you might be asking, why now? A simple answer is that times are changing and business competition is fiercer. There is little to no room for mistakes. One good decision will help you beat a billion-dollar company, and a simple mistake might lead you to lose it all. When influence is huge, you just cannot miss it. The situation is not dire for just the…
Luxury car art business Limited100 is celebrating a key milestone in its journey with its 400th customer now confirmed. Based in the East Midlands, the company specialises in premium, handcrafted automotive prints and has found favour with collectors and enthusiasts from all over the world. Founder Simon Wright shared the personal moment that inspired the launch: “I started Limited100 because after moving into my first home I was searching online for some artwork of a Lamborghini Miura, which I regard as the most beautiful car of all time and I couldn’t find anything of super high-quality that was handmade, so…
Ayan Capital, a rapidly growing provider of halal vehicle financing, has secured a Shariah-compliant financing facility worth up to £25 million from institutional debt provider Partners for Growth (PFG). PFG is a global private credit firm with a 20-year history of supporting high-growth technology and fintech companies across more than 20 countries. This investment highlights the increasing demand for Islamic financial products in the UK and further strengthens Ayan Capital’s position as a leader in the sector. Ayan Capital provides halal business car financing, serving private hire (Uber, Bolt, etc.) and business drivers seeking halal alternatives to purchase low-carbon emission…
Hoist Finance UK has appointed Sam Joshi as its new Commercial Director as part of its transformation into a revitalised business focused exclusively on acquiring consumer debt. This strategic hire is a key step in Hoist Finance UK’s renewed mission to become the leading buyer of consumer debt portfolios across the UK. Joshi will play a pivotal role in driving commercial growth as the company narrows its focus and strengthens ties with banks and lenders across the country. Sam is a familiar name in the credit industry having worked on both sides of the ‘buying’ and ‘selling’ fence in a…
UK expats have only a limited time left to take advantage of a major opportunity to boost their future state pension, according to deVere Group, one of the world’s largest independent financial advisory firms, representing over 80,000 expatriate clients. With the deadline fast approaching on April 5, UK nationals living abroad must inform HMRC if they intend to make voluntary National Insurance contributions (NICs) dating back to 2006. After this date, the option to make retroactive payments will be drastically reduced or eliminated. The advisory firm is urging expats to act immediately, emphasizing that this rare chance could make a…
Access Partnership (AP) has acquired Asia Group Advisors (AGA), forming what is now positioned as Asia’s leading public policy consultancy. In a time of evolving geopolitical challenges and complex trade landscapes, this merger significantly strengthens the firm’s ability to provide market access strategies, deep policy insights, and high-impact advocacy services across the Asia-Pacific region. With this acquisition, Access Partnership adds AGA’s team of over 40 policy experts in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam to its capabilities. AGA’s clientele comprising public, private and non-profit entities, engage in technology, biopharma, financial services, sustainability, and natural resources, will now benefit…
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Arif Efendi is founder and principal of UK single-family office and advisory company Aethos Capital, which focuses on a range of sectors and industries. This article will look at the rising popularity of crypto assets among UK investors and moves by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to create a regulatory framework for the country’s crypto sector to safeguard both the industry and the rights of consumers. Cryptocurrency is a digital payment system. Rather than relying on banks to verify transactions, this peer-to-peer approach enables anyone anywhere to send and receive payments. Instead of physical money being held…
PremFina, the UK’s fastest-growing premium finance provider, has announced a major partnership with Ardonagh Advisory, one of the country’s largest insurance broking businesses. This collaboration represents a key milestone in expanding premium finance solutions for brokers and their clients across the UK. Ardonagh Advisory is part of The Ardonagh Group, a leading global insurance distribution platform, valued at $14 billion, with $18 billion in gross written premiums across its international broker network. The partnership is part of PremFina’s wider growth strategy and commitment to working closely with leading industry partners to elevate premium finance across the market. By combining Ardonagh…
