Author: Scott Dylan
Scott Dylan
Scott Dylan is a pioneering entrepreneur from South East London, whose modest beginnings have driven his remarkable career. In 2019, he co-founded Inc & Co with a bold vision to rejuvenate struggling businesses, preserve jobs, reduce creditor losses, and promote growth. Under the stewardship of Scott, Group CEO Jack Mason, and Group CTO Dave Antrobus, Inc & Co has grown into a global force with an annual turnover exceeding £150 million. The company’s diverse portfolio includes sectors such as Professional Services, Travel, Retail, Ecommerce, and Shared Workspaces, showcasing a robust record of acquisitions and expansion. Scott's entrepreneurial acumen is further evidenced by strategic divestitures, including the sales of MyLife Digital to Dataguard and Laundrapp to Laundryheap, demonstrating his skill in amplifying business value and ensuring sustainable development. Beyond his business ventures, Scott is a passionate mental health advocate, openly discussing his experiences with Complex PTSD to aid others. He champions Women in Business and Tech and proudly represents the LGBTQ+ community, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. With over two decades in leadership roles, Scott believes in the power of teamwork, fostering strong relationships, and nurturing a supportive culture as cornerstones of success. Scott Dylan's journey is characterised by resilience, collaboration, and a commitment to making a positive impact both in the business world and beyond. His dedication to creating an inclusive, empowering environment for all team members is a testament to his visionary leadership and aspirations for a brighter future.
A leading agency in Leeds is marking an exceptional beginning to the financial year through a robust recruitment drive.The agency, noted for its enduring presence in the brand communications sector, has reported this impressive growth under the current leadership.A leading agency in Leeds is marking an exceptional beginning to the financial year through a robust recruitment drive.The agency, noted for its enduring presence in the brand communications sector, has reported this impressive growth under the current leadership.In line with its record-breaking performance, the agency has re-welcomed Jorden Sweet as account director. Sweet, with a near-decade of industry experience, returns after…
Land and development company Henry Boot has announced the sale of almost 500 housing plots to an arm of the United Kingdom’s largest housebuilder. Through its land promotion and planning business, Hallam Land, the Sheffield firm has completed the sale of 491 residential plots at Pickford Gate in Coventry to the David Wilson Homes division.Although the size of the deal remains undisclosed, Henry Boot revealed that the sale resulted in an ungeared internal rate of return of 19.4% per annum. Payment for the plots will be phased over 2024 and 2025, contributing to Hallam’s yearly target of selling 3,000 plots.Hallam,…
Harland & Wolff, the beleaguered shipyard in Belfast, has declared insolvency, casting significant uncertainty over its future as a London-listed entity. This development threatens employment at its UK facilities and key defence contracts.The shipyard, which has a workforce of 1,500, announced steps to reduce staff in its ‘non-core’ operations and certain ‘central support areas,’ a decision communicated to employees earlier today. Administrators from Teneo are likely to be appointed this week, while Rothschild and Co have been engaged to explore strategic options amid interest from several potential buyers. Potential bidders include Babcock, Spain’s Navantia, and the former CEO John Wood,…
Former BBC news anchor Huw Edwards has received a six-month suspended prison sentence after admitting to accessing indecent photographs of children as young as seven.Edwards, 63, looked visibly worn out as he attended Westminster magistrates court, where his sentence was delivered by chief magistrate Paul Goldspring.Admission to ChargesHuw Edwards, who served at the BBC for four decades, pleaded guilty to three charges of making indecent images of children. He admitted receiving 41 illegal images from Alex Williams, a convicted paedophile. During sentencing, chief magistrate Paul Goldspring highlighted that Edwards’ reputation, once highly esteemed, was now in ruins.Although Edwards nodded occasionally…
Hotel Chocolat has promoted its UK managing director, Lysa Hardy, to the position of chief executive, indicating significant strategic changes post-acquisition by Mars.Hardy, who served as a non-executive director at Superdry until July this year, will take over from co-founder and current CEO, Angus Thirwell, according to an update on LinkedIn, as reported by City AM. This appointment follows Hotel Chocolat’s delisting from the London market in November last year, subsequent to its £534 million acquisition by Mars, representing a 170 per cent premium on its share price.Mars, one of the world’s largest food companies and the fourth biggest private…
TechWM, the regional business body for the technology industry, has announced the appointment of a new chairman and additional board members amidst significant growth and ahead of the sixth annual Birmingham Tech Week in October.Birmingham-based TechWM has expanded its senior team, welcoming seasoned technology and business leader Jason Sahota as the new chairman. Sahota brings over 20 years of experience, including advisory roles focusing on technology start-ups and scale-ups in the West Midlands.Kim Leary, who has served as chairwoman since 2020, will remain on the board. Leary, a founding member of TechWM, reflected on her tenure, stating, “I stepped into…
A group of paid interns has successfully completed a major data transfer project on behalf of the Thermal Insulation Contractors Association (TICA) at its national training centre in Darlington.Over the summer, seven students, aged 13 to 19, were introduced to various skills relevant to the thermal insulation sector. These interns, TICA’s largest cohort to date, collaborated with the trade body’s administrative staff to migrate the training records of more than 400 apprentices to a new software platform, following a system upgrade.In addition to their office-based work, the interns, who reside within Tees Valley, had the opportunity to engage in practical…
A property near Keighley is set to be auctioned, offering significant potential for redevelopment. Moor Lodge, a noteworthy stone-built property featuring 22 apartments and a former retail showroom, is listed with a guide price of £1.65 million.Moor Lodge, a 47,000 square foot property near the village of Stanbury, will be auctioned online by SDL Property Auctions, opening on Tuesday, 8 October. This unique property, which includes a former retail showroom and a gamekeeper’s cottage, is set on a five-acre site amidst picturesque moorland views.Andy Thompson, a director at Eddisons, remarked on the singular nature of the property, emphasising its remarkable…
Local students from West Park Academy and Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College recently had the unique opportunity to contribute to the interior design of a show home in Westville Quarter, West Park, Darlington.The unveiling of the show home saw students Freya, Max, Marley, Esme, Lily, Ellen, and Sophie, accompanied by their teachers, cutting the ribbon. The students were thrilled to witness their artwork featured prominently in the home’s design. Artwork from children at West Park Academy was incorporated into bedroom three’s decor, while designs by students from Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College were integrated throughout the entire interior, influencing fabric,…
In a strategic move to enhance service delivery to regional clients and commercial finance brokers, a specialist lender has opened a new office in central Manchester.The newly inaugurated office is situated in Manchester’s Tootal Buildings on Oxford Street, marking the fifth office for the bank across the United Kingdom. The Manchester office will initially support nine members of staff and is headed by Scott Barber, the Regional Director and Head of Trading and Investment (T&I) deals for the North. T&I transactions, which involve funding deals ranging from £500,000 to £3.5 million, will be a key focus area.The bank has observed…
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