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 learning platform developed by medical students in Leeds has achieved a major milestone by answering 20 million questions, with plans for significant growth on the horizon.The platform, conceived by Dr James Gupta while he was studying medicine at Leeds University, initially started as an interactive app created to facilitate study sessions among students. With the help of his colleague, Dr Omair Vaiyani, an early version of the app allowed users to upload and practice questions in bite-sized chunks.Dr Gupta initially set a price of £3 for the app, but it quickly gained traction when he decided to make it…
Video games are receiving undue criticism following the World Health Organisation’s classification of gaming addiction as a disorder. This viewpoint is shared by Lottie Bevan, a game developer and co-founder of an independent games studio.Bevan asserts that, when enjoyed in moderation, video games can be beneficial. She acknowledged to a media outlet that the controversy surrounding gaming addiction is often exaggerated for sensationalist purposes. Bevan stated, ‘We’re not inventing the bomb here – we’re inventing ways to entertain people and maintain attention.’Bevan expressed scepticism about the existence of gaming addiction, noting that she has not encountered instances where individuals struggle…
A high-growth UK payments FinTech start-up has opened a new office in Edinburgh to leverage the city’s burgeoning FinTech scene.The expansion will enable the company to significantly grow its software engineering, customer support, risk and compliance, and finance teams. The firm recently completed its latest funding round, led by a leading digital venture builder, bringing the total investment in the company to £10.5 million since its formation in January 2016. This financial injection in Edinburgh is enhancing key additional capacity and capability to support the company’s significant growth.The company’s accounts provide an alternative to bank accounts for business payments, making…
Manchester-based call intelligence platform has appointed Mark Edgeworth as its new Chief Revenue Officer. Edgeworth, boasting over 23 years of experience in enterprise software, has held several non-executive director and advisory roles at companies such as Music, ITEMS Software, and Ruler Analytics.Edgeworth’s extensive experience encompasses leadership of companies and international sales teams, particularly within the SaaS (Software as a Service) sector. He holds a degree in Computer Science and a Master’s in Marketing from Staffordshire University. His career includes leadership roles at Formisimo, Intelecom Group, and LiveOps. A significant aspect of his new role involves advancing the platform’s success and…
Southampton FC has entered into a cutting-edge agreement to display region-specific advertisements on their perimeter hoardings. This innovative move could revolutionise sports advertising globally.The Premier League club has partnered with ADI to utilise virtual hybrid perimeter LED technology developed alongside Supponor. This technology, which has already been employed in matches involving clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona, overlays digital advertising on physical boards. The result is a seamless visual experience that responds to light changes and players’ movements as if the ads were physically present in the stadium.The virtual hybrid system’s primary advantage is its ability to commercialise the same…
A prominent cryptocurrency expert on Wall Street has indicated that the Ether digital currency is likely to rally following a significant loss in value in 2017.Tom Lee, co-founder of an advisory firm for institutional investors, wealth advisors, pension funds, and high net worth individuals, stated that Ether has experienced a 70 percent decline in value this year, with a 50 percent drop in the last three months alone, following an impressive performance in 2017 that surpassed even Bitcoin.Lee, previously a chief equity strategist, remarked that historical patterns suggest Ethereum, the blockchain underlying Ether, is on the verge of a strong…
Today marks a significant recognition of Yorkshire and Humberside’s burgeoning digital and technology sector, with the unveiling of a new list celebrating the region’s tech stars.The inaugural ‘101 Yorkshire and Humberside’ tech list has been meticulously compiled through a combination of nominations, recommendations from industry peers, and first-hand research. This list acknowledges a diverse array of businesses across various sectors, encompassing fledgling start-ups and established tech giants. Among the notable entries is the Leeds-based ‘unicorn’ Sky Betting & Gaming.This revelation coincides with recent data from Tech Nation, which highlights that Leeds’ digital tech sector has now reached a valuation of…
The Austrian National Tourist Office (ANTO) is pioneering a new advertising approach by implementing blockchain technology in its digital campaigns.In collaboration with Adbank, an Ethereum-based advertising platform, ANTO is launching one of the world’s first blockchain-powered digital ad campaigns. This initiative aims to combat the prevalent issue of ad fraud, which is estimated to cost advertisers $51 million daily. Additionally, the platform seeks to reduce exorbitant fees charged by advertising intermediaries, which can inflate costs by up to 70 per cent.Red Bull Media House has joined the venture, offering inventory via its publication Bergwelten. The decision followed a meeting in…
Andrew Roughan, the former COO of Here East, has been appointed as the new managing director of the innovation centre Plexal. Roughan, who played a pivotal role in regenerating the London Olympics Broadcast and Media Centre, will take on full responsibility for Plexal immediately.Plexal operates as a flexible workspace and innovation consultancy, dedicated to merging ideas, people, and technology to address significant challenges in various industries and society. It is central to Here East’s vision of promoting collaboration among innovative and creative businesses of all sizes and sectors.Within his new role at Plexal, Roughan will also oversee the London Office…
Ellie Levens, previously an HR manager at a prominent Premiership football club, has embarked on a new business venture. Based in Lymm, Cheshire, Levens has established Exponential HR with a mission to revolutionise businesses through enhancing the calibre of their personnel and processes.Prior to her tenure at the football club, Levens accrued experience in various SMEs across the North West, including stints at Saica Paper UK and Plastic Omnium. Reflecting on her decision, Levens remarked, ‘I am hugely excited about stepping out on my own and working with businesses across the region. I am passionate about showing business owners and…
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