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This podcast series brings to life the challenges that entrepreneurs and business founders face and features experienced entrepreneurs, subject matter and industry experts to help inspire and educate the current and next generation of founders and startups.
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In this episode, we bring together Steve King Head of Sustainability Solutions at Visa and Peter Bance, CEO of Origami Energy, for a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges of scaling a climate tech business. Joined by Emma Walsh, our Head of Technology and Creatives, they explore the role of technology, investment and collaboration in climate tech. Peter will also talk about his journey to success with Origami and the difficulties he faced as an entrepreneur in the industry.Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on Barclays Business Innovation Banking, visit https://www.barclays.co.uk/business-banking/sectors/Innovation/Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode we meet James Rogers, director and owner of Bristol Golf Centre LTD, who tells about how he’s innovating to take his leisure business from strength to strength. James is using technology to bring new and larger audiences to his venues, as people look to take part in competitive activities when socialising. He’ll also talk about how he’s increased staff efficiency and is improving the experience for his customers.Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Rupert Lyle, Investment Director at Midven, and Christina Richardson, founder of Foundology, for an open conversation about the challenges they witness behind the scenes.From navigating constant pressure and loneliness to building the support systems that make a difference, Rupert and Christina share their insights.You’ll hear their practical strategies for managing stress, protecting your wellbeing and building long-term resilience.Founders, and those who help them, can get insights from nearly 400 entrepreneurs on how to build founder resilience in the Founder Resilience Report here: https://foundology.org/founder-resilience-research/Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we sit down with Annie Leeson, CEO and co-founder of AgriCarbon, to explore the cutting-edge innovations shaping the future of agriculture. Joined by Dana Clouston, our Head of Sustainable Finance for business, they’ll discuss soil carbon measurement, data-driven farming and investment in the future of agriculture. Dana and Annie will also talk about how farms can integrate technological advancements into their day-to-day operations, and the role finance plays in supporting those who have begun the transition.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this special edition episode of Disruptive by Barclays Eagle Labs, we explore our recent report examining the current state of growth infrastructure across the UK.The report examines key components of the UK’s infrastructure network, including the availability of office and lab spaces, the UK's computing capacity, and its energy infrastructure.Hosted by Henry Whorwood, MD for Research and Consultancy, Beauhurst and with insights from Dr Kath McKay, Chief Scientific Officer, Bruntwood SciTech and Glen Robinson, National Technology Officer, Microsoft UK this vodcast discusses some of the report findings and their views on the current network of infrastructure.Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we're joined by Amit Mehta, founder and CEO of Inspired Learning Group (ILG). Amit shares how his entrepreneurial background shaped his approach to running a large portfolio of independent schools and nurseries. He also talks about overcoming the challenges of scaling and the role innovation plays in staying ahead of the curve. Amit also discusses the emerging trends he predicts will impact the future of the education sector as a whole. Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this special edition episode of Disruptive by Barclays Eagle Labs, host Katherine Morgan, Head of High Growth and Entrepreneurship at Barclays, is joined by Sarah Daniel, Co-CEO and Co-Founder at Hey Savi and Rupa Popat, Founder and Managing Partner of Araya Ventures.Sarah and Rupa talk about their journeys to entrepreneurship, the funding landscape for female-led businesses, the support that’s available, and this year’s International Women’s Day theme of ‘accelerate action’.Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
For this latest episode, we’re joined by Dr Eve Hanks, CEO and founder of MI:RNA, a veterinary medicine diagnostic testing company.Eve shares her journey from starting the business as a solo female founder to building a team and raising investment.She also discusses how she brought together her ambition to do something different in veterinary medicine, having been a vet herself, and her interests in business and leadership.She talks passionately about the size of the task of building the business, then finding the right people for her team. This includes the pros and cons of having a remote team and how they work together to be productive.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
For this episode, we’re joined by Luis Lancos, founder and CEO of Data Whisper, which develops safe and compliant AI solutions for regulated organisations.Luis shares his story about what inspired him to become an entrepreneur – from working for a small consultancy and creating one of the first apps of its kind on the market, to a change of career to financial services.He shares the challenges he faced when adapting to this new industry and being told that his app wouldn’t be a success – and what he did to overcome them.Luis discusses his journey as a new founder in a fast-moving industry with intense competition, and how the customer is central to the success and growth of his business. Hear why he reached out to investors who he knew wouldn’t be interested in his product anyway and what he learnt from the experience.Finally, Luis speaks about the importance of co-founders, what the future holds and what tips he’d give anyone thinking of starting their own business.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, Sarah Collins, Head of SME industries at Barclays, is joined by Dr. Rotimi Alabi, Founder and CEO of RAB Microfluidics and winner of the Eagle Labs Innovation Award at the Barclays Entrepreneur Awards 2023.He shares his journey from academic research to founding a company that addresses equipment failure globally with innovative, real-time monitoring solutions.Gain insights into the challenges of scaling a tech startup, navigating investor expectations, and the importance of customer discovery in developing solutions that truly meet industry needs.Dr. Alabi also shares his thoughts on emerging trends, such as the role of AI and automation in manufacturing, and offers insights for aspiring entrepreneurs on the need for research and customer connection.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
A special edition podcast on Northern Ireland’s journey to becoming a hub for startups and scaleups – part of our Entrepreneurs Week programme.Join Amanda Allan, Director of Eagle Labs, as she discusses their entrepreneurial ecosystem, recorded from the vibrant Ormeau Labs in Belfast.Amanda is joined by Claire Halliday, CEO of Ormeau Labs, and Lisa Bailie, Eagle Labs Ecosystem Manager for Belfast. Together, they explore the region's “toddler-stage” through to fostering innovation, human connections, global partnerships, and programmes like the Female Founder Network.Hear about impactful collaborations like the Irish Tech Hub Network and learn how access to mentors, funding, and international expertise is empowering founders across diverse industries – from HealthTech to FinTech.Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about Ormeau Labs ormeaulabs.com/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Benjamin Chemla, CEO of Shares, believes it’s his failures that have helped make him the success he is today.For this episode, we’re joined by the serial entrepreneur to discuss the highs and lows of his business journey, with the hope of inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs.He talks about what inspired him to start his businesses, the challenges he’s faced, and the character traits he’s developed to overcome them. Having successfully raised large funding, Benjamin also shares his view about what investors will look for.Finally, Benjamin discusses his ‘blue sky’ ambition and provides some top tips that he feels all business owners could do to help them on their own entrepreneurial journeys.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we welcome Ralph Peters, business coach and author of The Essential Leadership Guide.Hear from Ralph about his passion for team development and his journey – from being a team leader to starting his own consultancy to help developing founders.Ralph shares some of the characteristics he believes make great leaders and the skills that can help build a successful team.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Join us for this episode as we welcome Dr Nikhit Anilbhai and Sonakshi Senthil, co-founders of Your Cue, an innovative healthcare software solution that continuously tracks a patient’s vital statistics and provides in-depth analysis.Hear how Nikhit and Sonakshi met while studying their Masters at University, how this set them on their journey to create Your Cue, and how combining their areas of expertise as co-founders has been the catalyst to building their MVP.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.com Follow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Join us for this episode as we welcome Junior Makame, the 18-year-old co-founder and CEO of Social Pro.Hear about Junior’s journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur and co-founder of Social Pro in his teens. At just 14, he was a rapper with big ambitions and started his own record label, managing fifty artists and hitting 4 million streams on Spotify after just two years. Then at 16 he founded his music tech startup and now uses his business and marketing experience to run Social Pro.Junior shares why he sees his young age as an advantage, and how he keeps up with the ever-changing trends of social media.He also discusses the future of AI's role in social media, what drives him, and what advice he’d give to other aspiring Gen Z entrepreneurs.
Join us as we welcome Harvey Butler, the Global Head of Supplier Diversity at Barclays, and the Co-Chair of Race at Work Client Pillar.Harvey sees himself as a talent scout looking for diverse suppliers with the intention to match SMEs to demand. He discusses how he set up his team, why there’s a need to create a level playing field for everyone, and who his team helps support.Hear about Harvey’s journey – from running his own consultancy business to working with US organisations, and how the exciting opportunity to create this new team within Barclays came about.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Roei Samuel, founder of Connectd sat down with Katherine Morgan, to talk about the topic of neurodiversity in entrepreneurship. Katherine is our Head of High Growth and Entrepreneurs and also a Business Banking DE&I lead.Roei Samuel founded two companies, RealSport (acquired) and Connectd, which is his current venture. In 2014, at the young age of 23, Roei launched RealSport, an eSports platform that scaled to over eight million monthly unique users. The company's success culminated in a multi-million-pound acquisition in 2018 and Roei moved into the investment space. Roei is a leading voice for diversity and inclusion in startups. His advocacy extends beyond words; he actively works to level the playing field for entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds, after transitioning into the investment landscape. He’s witnesses the distinct lack of opportunities of diversity and access to investment opportunities for start-ups. He founded Connectd to disrupt the cycle. Founded in 2020, Connectd is a community growth platform that connects startup founders with early-stage investment opportunities. Smart-matching technology ensures relevant connections between entrepreneurs, investors, and non-executive directors. Under Roei's leadership, Connectd has achieved continuous double-digit, month-on-month growth. Over 1,000 founders have benefited from the platform, accelerating their commercial opportunities and scaling their businesses.Check out our recently published report on this subject, Exploring the views of neurodiverse founders, which has been published in partnership with The Entrepreneurs Network and funded by the UK Government, to provide insights into the available support networks and diverse views of neurodiverse founders. https://labs.uk.barclays/learning-and-insights/news-and-insights/thought-leadership/neurodiverse-founders/If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
For this episode, we’re joined by Professor Ross Tuffee, technology entrepreneur and scale-up consultant. He’ll discuss the flourishing tech ecosystem in Scotland and what he’s doing to help it grow.Ross shares his journey from studying at Durham University and joining a large corporate organisation, working in management and consultancy, to becoming an entrepreneur.He explains how twenty years of corporate experience laid the foundations for his new venture, and how a mentor helped him unlock the strengths he already had to become a successful entrepreneur.Also, hear how Ross has co-written a paper that identifies a strategy to encourage an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset in universities and colleges to support the founders of the future.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Ross https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosstuffee Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneurs Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Join us as we welcome Dr Poonam Malik, Co-Founder, Director and Chair of Microplate DX, a multi-award-winning platform, and technology diagnostics company. Microplate DX specialises in developing solutions to tackle the global health threat of Anti-Microbial Resistance (AMR).Hear from Poonam as she discusses how the business started as a spinout from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, and has gone on to raise investment funding, form partnerships and win the ‘Startup Award’ at the Barclays Entrepreneur Awards 2023 in London. Poonam also shares the details of her own personal journey – moving to the UK from India 25 years ago to study for her PhD in Scotland, working with startups, and becoming an entrepreneur and a successful business leader.She discusses the challenges she’s faced along the way as a female entrepreneur, how she overcame them, and the risks she as a women leader has taken to achieve success. We’ll also learn about the work she does internally to create a fully inclusive and diverse workplace.Don’t miss this episode as we celebrate International Women’s Day and female entrepreneurship to inspire and influence.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Poonam https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-poonam-malikFind out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we're joined by Pamela Aculey. She’s the CEO of MIXD reality and Just Like Me books – a picture book series that champions diversity and inclusivity while using augmented reality (AR) technology to tell the whole story.Pamela tells us all about the incredible journey she’s been on that started when she was looking for more diverse children’s books to share with her son.In this discussion you’ll hear about the passion that drives her motivation to achieve big things, and how this has led her to a second venture with AR.Lastly, we touch on her mission to revolutionise and diversify the Ed-tech and publishing industry.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Pamela https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-aculey-082661194Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Robert Keeling, Managing Director of AirPure, a company disrupting the fragrance industry through collaborations and unique marketing.Rob discusses how AirPure began, their approach to continuously developing innovative products, and the impact of securing a licence with a leading global brand.You’ll hear about Rob’s business journey. He began forming close relationships with suppliers while working with his father, and then travelled the world to study international markets. These experiences and contacts helped make AirPure what it is today.Rob is a true advocate for strong teamwork and collaboration, and shares insights into how they’re integral for business success.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Rob https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-keeling-080548100Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
We’re joined by Will Hobbs, Head of UK Multi-Asset Wealth at Barclays, who provides a lens on the UK economy and what entrepreneurs can expect over the next 12 months.Will shares his thoughts on why there’s reason to be optimistic and what can be done to help drive economic growth. He discusses the roles that banks and the financial sector can play this year, provides useful tips for businesses concerned about the current economic landscape, and explains why diversity, equity and inclusion are important for business growth.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Join us as we welcome Jay Richards, co-founder and CEO of Imagen Insights – a Gen Z market research platform that enables agencies and brands to rapidly crowdsource feedback, ideas and insights.Jay’s mission has always been to help people satisfy their curiosity. This led him on a fascinating journey – from getting entrepreneurial inspiration from his mother at 13 years old, to setting up his own startup incubator, and finally to a chance meeting with the head of retail at a major professional sports league that changed everything.Hear how Imagen Insights has grown to be an International platform and how Jay capitalised on a market that had seen little innovation in the last 20 years.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Jay https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaykrichards Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Michelle Kennedy, founder and CEO of Peanut, a social network that connects women across different life stages.Peanut provides women with a community to share wisdom and comfort in the face of major life changes – such as fertility journeys, adoption, or trying to conceive.Michelle shares the influences that led to where she is today – from her experiences working on dating apps to her entrepreneurial journey and a guiding belief in supporting women.You’ll hear how Peanut evolved from a simple platform to help new mothers make friends, to one that supports women with experiences across the spectrum.If you have any feedback or themes you would like to suggest, we would love to hear them at Disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Michelle https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellekennedy2Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Join us as we welcome Jason Holt, co-founder and CEO of Metaverse Learning, a business at the forefront of transforming education with Extended Reality (ER) – which combines elements of virtual and augmented reality.Jason discusses the skill-building ambitions of Metaverse Learning and how a range of businesses, from higher education and healthcare to engineering, can benefit.He also tells the story of the growth of the business so far, and shares the challenges and barriers it’s facing – and the work that’s being done to break them down.Finally, Jason shares the successes and the outlook for the future, as well as providing top tips that he’s learnt during his business journey, to help the next generation of founders to succeed.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Jason https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-holt-cbe-b589751Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Anthony Rawlinson, CFO of Papier – a multi-channel international stationery brand on a mission to redefine the industry.We discuss how businesses can gain access to new international markets, with a focus on how Papier have achieved this. The conversation will cover the key factors businesses must consider when embarking on this exciting journey.Anthony tells the story of how Papier started as a UK-only business, with a vision to go international. Learn how it found its first customers and the challenges it faced and overcame when breaking into new markets.You’ll also hear about Anthony’s personal journey from accounting and investment banking to joining Papier and playing a significant role in the company’s multinational growth.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Anthony https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-rawlinson-69885139Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
For this episode, we’re joined by Kufa Matiya, Founder and CEO of Future Match, a talent acquisition platform that manages the end-to-end hiring process for organisations looking to hire early-career talent.Future Match combines machine learning, AI, and data with human expertise and knowledge, to help companies attract people who are the right fit for the role.Hear from Kufa as he takes us through his journey as a second-time founder – from being a chef to a headhunter in recruitment. Kufa shares the lessons he’s learned from his first startup, how he applies his knowledge of the recruitment industry to his business and tells us about the programmatic support he's had along the way.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Kufa https://www.linkedin.com/in/kufamatiyaFind out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Kusia Pell, Co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Elevayte. Their platform provides coaching and people development that helps to create high-performance leadership teams.Kusia, a leadership development expert, shares hints and tips that can help businesses scale faster by laying solid foundations. The discussion covers the importance of strategy, values, and looking after the people within a business – as well as how to get the best out of a team and encourage productivity to take a business to the next level.Hear about Kusia’s personal journey in leadership and development, from supporting founder-led startups to co-founding Elevayte and beyond.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Kusia https://www.linkedin.com/in/kusiapellFind out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Carolyn Hicks, Co-founder, CFO, and COO of Brill Power to dive into the inspiring story of this innovative business that aims to revolutionise the energy industry.Formed in 2016, Brill Power is a founder-run startup with roots in the engineering department at the University of Oxford. Brill Power’s Battery Intelligence Platform is positioned to bring transformational advances in longevity, performance, cost, and sustainability to electric vehicles and stationary energy storage.Carolyn talks us through her journey growing the business, her aspirations to disrupt an industry, her experiences as a female founder, and her approach to scaling Brill Power while developing new technology.If you have any topics or feedback you’d like to suggest, we’d love to hear them at disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Carolyn https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynhicks1Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this podcast, we’re thrilled to be joined by Oyin Adebayo, the visionary CEO and founder behind the multi-award-winning Niyo Group. They specialise in using technology to empower black women in the tech industry economically.Oyin shares her fascinating journey, which traces her evolution from an economist-in-training to a successful entrepreneur. Alongside being a founder and director, Oyin is a big believer in empowerment and spends much of her time investing in others to help them grow and find opportunities, particularly in tech.She also discusses where she receives mentorship herself, how she became an angel investor, and some valuable insights that she now shares with other businesses. As well as this, she explores the challenges black women face in the tech industry, how to navigate bootstrapping her venture and raising capital for a new business.If you have any feedback or themes you would like to suggest, we would love to hear them at Disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Oyin https://www.linkedin.com/in/oyinkansola-adebayoFind out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In this episode, we’re joined by Jurek Sikorski, Head of Entrepreneurship at Henley Business School and Director of Henley Business Angel Group. He’ll share his inspiring journey – from his remarkable early life to his triumphs and challenges as an angel investor. Jurek discusses valuable insights into the key characteristics he seeks in businesses and founders, plus his views on the current investment landscape.If you have any feedback or themes you would like to suggest, we would love to hear them at Disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/To connect with Jurek https://www.linkedin.com/in/jureksikorski Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey labs.uk.barclays/For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays www.barclays.co.uk/business-bankin…s/entrepreneursDisclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
In our first episode, our host Katherine Morgan is joined by Gethin Nadin, Chief Innovation Officer at Benefex, an award-winning psychologist, writer, and speaker on employee experience and wellbeing. More recently Gethin has been named one of the world's most influential thinkers in HR and UK mental health campaigner of the year. Gethin joins us to share his success story of scaling the business, discuss his work around employee wellbeing, and share his insight on creating a great culture. If you have any feedback or themes you would like to suggest, we would love to hear them at Disruptive@barclays.comFollow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-eagle-labs/ To connect with Gethin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gethinnadin Find out more about how Barclays Eagle Labs can support your business journey https://labs.uk.barclays/ For more information on High Growth and Entrepreneurs at Barclays https://www.barclays.co.uk/business-banking/sectors/entrepreneurs Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements, and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
It’s difficult to know everything when you’re starting or running your business and entrepreneurs have to wear many hats. In this series, we hear from experts on a variety of topics to educate and support founders with some of the challenges they may come up against.
The internet has given us the largest market square imaginable; businesses that once thought along the lines of developing for their local and regional markets now have the reach of the world at their fingertips.
Steve will share his perspective on developing global businesses and why now, even in a challenging market, there is opportunity to build, buy and partner around the world.
Steve will highlight a start, middle and end theme around that notion of build / buy / partner for global business, use the backdrop of businesses doing so successfully, and what they’re doing in:
Build: development of / globalisation of their offering
Buy: moving forward by merging or acquiring
Partner: The network effect that partnerships bring amplified scale and reach in the global market square we are in
About Steve:
He has worked in the technology space for 30 years now. He is the founder of FutureShocks, helping start-ups and scale-ups accelerate where he values mentoring.
He recently led Technology & Transformation Group at Cisco, responsible for innovation, driving cutting edge technology adoption and developing the future for customers. Over his 23 years at Cisco, he held leadership roles across Strategy, M&A, Services, Business Development and Global Enterprise. Delivering many firsts worldwide enabled by the great ubiquity of the Internet. From SmartGrid to Cloud, to RockConcerts!
Steve is driven by a passion and curiosity for business and technology excellence, outside-in thinking and creating opportunities for business and technical professionals. He likes to think of innovation as a movement. Caring deeply about making an impact for customers, his teams and the global community, developing current and future talent.
Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
It’s difficult to know everything when you’re starting or running your business and entrepreneurs have to wear many hats. In this series, we hear from experts on a variety of topics to educate and support founders with some of the challenges they may come up against.
It’s undeniable that the internet has changed the way we work, learn and play. From 4 connected computers at its inception over 50 years ago, to 413million users online in the year 2000. That was then. Now, 4.95billion users are online. In one minute 2 million Snapchats are sent, 240k photos are shared on Facebook, 12million iMessages are sent, 167million TikToks are watched and $283k is spent by Amazon customers.
What will happen next? Join us to hear about this journey, Then. Now. Next. From our own personal Babelfish, shopping in a virtual world and more…. How this will shape the future for us, for businesses and opportunities ahead.
Steve Pickavance has worked in the technology space for 30 years now. He is the founder of FutureShocks, helping start-ups and scale-ups accelerate where he values mentoring.
He recently led Technology & Transformation Group at Cisco, responsible for innovation, driving cutting edge technology adoption and developing the future for customers. Over his 23 years at Cisco, he held many leadership roles across Strategy, M&A, Services, Business Development and Global Enterprise. Delivering many firsts worldwide enabled by the great ubiquity of the Internet. From SmartGrid to Cloud, to RockConcerts!
Steve is driven by a passion and curiosity for business and technology excellence, outside-in thinking and creating opportunities for business and technical professionals. He likes to think of innovation as a movement. Caring deeply about making an impact for customers, his teams and the global community, developing current and future talent.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Everyone started somewhere and will have a story to tell with highs and lows and hopefully a ‘happy ever after’! In our ‘Been There, Done That’ series, experienced entrepreneurs share their journeys with us to inspire you to start or continue your own journey.
The Anfield Wrap (TAW) was set up to share the experiences of supporting Liverpool Football Club from the heart of the city, through podcasts, videos and in writing. It first launched as a free podcast in 2011 and is now a multi-award winning, market leading subscription service, app and media production company employing 14 full-time staff.
TAW follows Liverpool Football Club home, away and abroad and share that journey via their channels to fans in over 80 countries around the world, helping them feel closer to the team and its city and enhancing their experience of supporting LFC - wherever they are.
TAW produce and release around 70 podcasts and 40 videos each month and their free content is regularly downloaded in over 90 countries around the world.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
It’s difficult to know everything when you’re starting or running your business and entrepreneurs have to wear many hats.
In this series, we hear from experts on a variety of topics to educate and support founders with some of the challenges they may come up against.
What is Motivational Intelligence (MQ) and why is it so important for you as a leader?
What impact does MQ have on you, your teams, and your business?
And how can you harness MQ?
In today’s constantly evolving markets, it simply is not enough to just keep up. By leading with MQ, you can inspire your teams to take initiative and develop what we call a ‘growth mindset’.
Join us for this session as we educate you on what MQ is and how it can influence personal, academic, and business success.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
It’s difficult to know everything when you’re starting or running your business and entrepreneurs have to wear many hats.
In this series, we hear from experts on a variety of topics to educate and support founders with some of the challenges they may come up against.
Shogun Social helps businesses to post like content creators. They are organic social specialists and can help you create a meaningful connection with your audience. With Facebook ads in disarray and Google removing cookies in 2023, you need a strong organic presence and real audience for your brand to stand a chance in a post-covid world. Here James will share his top tips and tricks to help you win at social.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
At Eagle Labs we celebrate a diverse founder community and champion founders from all backgrounds. In this series we will be shining a spotlight on our diverse founder network and hearing their stories.
Jamelia Donaldson is the founder and CEO of TreasureTress — a monthly product subscription service for girls and women with kinky-curly hair and also the co-creator of The Teen Experience, a monthly workshop series which offers young black women to attend a series of personal development workshops, network with other like-minded individuals and be inspired by mature and successful women. Workshops to date have included creating vision boards and discussions about self-care.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.
Everyone started somewhere and will have a story to tell with highs and lows and hopefully a ‘happy ever after’! In our ‘Been There, Done That’ series, experienced entrepreneurs share their journeys with us to inspire you to start or continue your own journey.
A highly driven and passionate entrepreneur, Cas Paton is the founder and CEO of UK-based OnBuy.com, one of the fastest-growing marketplaces in the world. Known for his expertise in the eCommerce industry, Cas is an inspiring leader who frequently contributes to the sector and offers guidance and advice to other businesses all over the world.
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Disclaimer: • Barclays (including its employees, Directors and agents) accepts no responsibility and shall have no liability in contract, tort or otherwise to any person in connection with this video or the use of or reliance on any information or data set out in this video unless it expressly agrees otherwise in writing. It does not constitute an offer to sell or buy any security, investment, financial product or service and does not constitute investment, professional, legal or tax advice, or a recommendation with respect to any securities or financial instruments. • The information, statements and opinions contained in this video are of a general nature only and do not take into account your individual circumstances including any laws, policies, procedures or practices you, or your employer or businesses may have or be subject to. Although the statements of fact in this video have been obtained from and are based upon sources that Barclays believes to be reliable, Barclays does not guarantee their accuracy or completeness. • Barclays has gained access to the speakers at this event for you to help with your independent research and business decisions. Unless indicated, these speakers are not employees or representatives of Barclays. The statements of fact and/or opinions expressed by these speakers are not provided or recommended to you by Barclays.