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.
After nine successful years with pro-manchester, Dr John Ashcroft has announced his decision to step down as chief executive this September.Since his appointment in 2008, Ashcroft has significantly enhanced the status and achievements of the business development organisation, headquartered in Manchester’s Spinningfields. Under his leadership, the organisation now hosts over 100 events annually and has grown to nearly 300 members. However, with no successor currently confirmed, the search for a new chief executive is underway.Ashcroft reflected on his tenure, stating, “It has been an honour, a pleasure and always great fun to be involved with pro-manchester. We have made great…
Reach and Rescue has emerged victorious at Venturefest North West 2018, capturing the overall award in front of an audience of hundreds at Manchester Central.The Wigan-based company has developed a 17-metre versatile rescue pole, utilised by 80 per cent of the UK’s fire and emergency services. The device, aimed at ‘reaching out to save lives,’ was praised for its innovative yet straightforward approach. Patricia Keating, a key figure on the event’s Three Tribes panel, commended the invention as ‘a simple approach to innovation,’ highlighting the effectiveness of well-thought-out engineering.Furthermore, Reach and Rescue is currently adapting the rescue pole for animal…
Passengers on Northern rail services have been given a significant advantage following the government’s expansion of the compensation scheme for delays as part of its modernisation efforts.The ‘Delay Repay’ scheme, which currently permits passengers to claim compensation if their train is 30 minutes or more late, will be extended in December to include delays of between 15 and 29 minutes. Affected passengers can claim back 25 per cent of their fare. For delays between 30 and 59 minutes, they can claim 50 per cent, and for delays of an hour or more, they can claim 100 per cent of their…
Apple unveiled its new flagship models, the iPhone XS and the Apple Watch Series 4, at the Steve Jobs Theatre in Cupertino, California. The latest Apple Watch stands out with its ability to detect heart problems, while the iPhone XS introduces a larger variant, the XS Max, with a 6.5-inch screen. However, the key question remains whether consumers will be inclined to pay the higher prices for these upgrades.The Apple Watch Series 4 features a 30% larger edge-to-edge display, positioning itself as a health device capable of detecting irregular heartbeats and initiating emergency calls if a fall is detected. Ben…
Leading television facility has announced a significant investment of £5 million in new technology over the next 12 months.Significant upgrades will be made to the studios, post-production facilities, media storage platforms, and the network supporting MediaCityUK. New equipment in the studios will include cameras, vision mixers, multi-viewer monitors, and core routers. In addition, the integration of next-generation augmented and virtual reality technology will enable content creators to explore new possibilities in programme making.The post-production facilities will see an expansion of Flame and Baselight capability, as well as 4K monitoring, to meet the growing international demand for UHD content. The high-speed…
A new chatbot, named ‘Cobber’ after the official mascot of the Invictus Games Sydney 2018, has been introduced to enhance the experience for participants and supporters of the event in Sydney this October. Developed with the assistance of Kriti Sharma, Vice President of Artificial Intelligence, the chatbot aims to facilitate engagement and enjoyment of the Games.Patrick Kidd OBE, CEO of Invictus Games Sydney 2018, emphasised the crucial role of partners in delivering the event: “The delivery of Invictus Games Sydney 2018 simply wouldn’t be possible without the support of our partners. The introduction of Cobber the Chatbot is yet another…
The CEO of a rapidly-growing business intelligence firm advocates for clear communication within the tech and finance sectors.Zandra Moore, who led a management buyout of Leeds-based Panintelligence, has called for both the technology and finance industries to adopt simpler language. Moore assumed the role of CEO earlier this year and is focused on expanding the business into the United States and other markets, following the company’s participation in PwC’s Scale programme.Moore highlighted the challenges scale-up businesses face in navigating the funding marketplace due to the complex jargon used within these sectors. She stated, ‘In technology, we talk about linear regression…
Former City trader Gary Prince has transitioned from a two-decade-long career in mobile payments to launch Vibe Pay in collaboration with young entrepreneur Luke Massie.Gary Prince, who has worked with notable firms like Barclays, O2, and Vodafone, is now the managing director of Vibe Pay. This venture aims to simplify payments and eliminate fees for its users.Vibe Pay, founded in early 2018, leverages changes in open banking legislation that allow regulated businesses to access the UK’s banking infrastructure. Prince expressed his commitment to innovation and customer-focused solutions, emphasising that the firm listens to customer feedback to drive rapid progress.Prince remarked,…
Small businesses in the United Kingdom are confronting an alarming average of five cyberattacks each year. This troubling statistic emerges from recent research and underscores the growing threat posed by online criminals.A significant number of IT decision makers within these small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) believe that their security measures are not keeping pace with the increasing sophistication of cyber attackers. Notably, nearly 20 per cent of these SMBs have faced up to ten attacks in the past year alone, according to an independent report commissioned by online encryption specialists.A key concern for IT leaders is that current security and…
Edge Testing Solutions, a leading independent software testing company in the UK, announced securing four major contracts with various prominent UK companies, valued at over £17.5 million.One significant client, The Student Loans Company, along with a new client in the gas and electricity sector, has outsourced a comprehensive Test Process Review of multiple energy management systems to Edge Testing. Another key contract involves a power generation equipment supplier, transitioning from project-based collaboration to having Edge Testing provide a specialist testing team for various projects and technologies.Additionally, Edge Testing has secured a contract with a consumer credit reporting agency, where the…
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