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 group of Manchester entrepreneurs are using technology to significantly improve accessibility to fitness activities.Supported by the OpenActive Accelerator, a programme backed by Sport England and the Open Data Institute, these entrepreneurs are committed to promoting healthier lifestyles. Manchester-based start-up GoSweat is at the forefront, designing innovative digital solutions to simplify the discovery and booking of sports and fitness classes locally.GoSweat functions as a two-sided marketplace that connects providers of fitness classes with individuals seeking to participate. Founded by Stephanie Newport Booth, Alex Hind, and Kent McClymont, the business has received substantial support and mentoring through the OpenActive Accelerator programme.…
Recruitment remains the primary challenge for London’s burgeoning tech sector. A significant skills shortage has resulted in soaring salaries, with over a third of digital tech businesses reporting that candidates are demanding more remuneration than they can afford.An event titled ‘The Tech Recruitment Timebomb’ recently addressed the pressing issue of recruitment in the tech industry. The forum aimed to explore viable solutions and featured insights from prominent figures in the sector.Hannah Morris, commercial director of an events ticket marketplace, emphasised, “In a candidate-driven market with an increase in demand for high salaries, tech businesses have to think beyond a salary…
A partnership between Sponsor My Society and SU Network is set to support hundreds of societies across the UK by facilitating sponsorship opportunities.Sponsor My Society, an online platform created by recent graduate Jack Culpan, connects university clubs and societies with businesses to enable sponsorship and partnership opportunities. This platform allows student groups to collaborate with top graduate employers, thereby facilitating careers events, networking sessions, and educational workshops.Jack Culpan, the founder, stated, “Joining clubs and societies at university is a fantastic way to both learn outside your degree and meet new people with diverse interests and backgrounds. Unfortunately, without precious funding…
Manchester-headquartered digital design agency has significantly bolstered its management team by appointing Mark Carrington as the new program director.Carrington’s appointment comes on the heels of a series of client acquisitions and new hires since the agency’s inception in May last year. He will oversee the agency’s operations across its global client base. The agency, experiencing rapid growth, recently relocated to Princess Street to accommodate its expanding team. It counts numerous high-profile clients among its portfolio.Carrington joins from Epam Systems, where he held the position of director of project management. His career includes experience with companies such as Ebay, TMW, iris…
GP Bullhound and GrowthBusiness have announced the shortlist for the 16th annual Investor Allstars Awards, highlighting the key players in the European digital economy. Revealed during a crucial period for European tech, the awards shine a spotlight on the companies and individuals driving innovation and growth.The Investor Allstars 2018 Awards will take place on 4 October at the Hilton, Park Lane, London, gathering Europe’s top investors and successful technology entrepreneurs. Renowned tech magician and hacker Tom Webb will be the keynote speaker, while Charlotte Hawkins will host the evening.This year’s shortlist features some of the brightest stars in the tech…
Technology solutions provider Chess ICT has acquired TMS, an independent expert in billing solutions, hosted voice, and data connectivity solutions for IT and telecoms suppliers. This acquisition introduces a variety of voice and data solutions, strengthening Chess’s partner focus.The acquisition of TMS brings a secure and scalable managed billing solution, a highly experienced WLR3 integration team, and a network of over 100 channel partners and resellers to Chess. The existing TMS team, including operations director Helen Booker, will remain in place.David Pollock, Chess founder and CEO, expressed his admiration for TMS, noting that the aspiration to acquire TMS had been…
RBS, NatWest, and Ulster Bank are currently grappling with significant disruptions to their online and app platforms, leaving some customers unable to access ATMs.Since around five a.m. this morning, customers of the banking group have reported issues with the digital services. Initial reports suggested that only NatWest, owned by RBS, was affected, but it soon became apparent that the outage was widespread across the RBS banking group.An RBS spokesman acknowledged the problem, stating, “We are aware that customers are experiencing issues and are working to fix it. Customers can still use ATMs and telephone banking or visit their local branch.”…
Manchester-headquartered coding bootcamp has launched an Introduction to Programming course aimed at making the tech sector more accessible. This course, designed for absolute beginners and those considering a career in coding, aims to provide a platform to explore if coding is suitable through tutor-led sessions and project-based workshops.The initial course is scheduled for Tuesday 2nd and Thursday 4th October at the city centre campus in Federation House. During these evening sessions, tutors will introduce new concepts, which students will then apply in practice to explore the recently covered ideas.The course focuses not on building websites but on understanding the languages…
The founder of an intelligent home system, Wondrwall, has expressed significant ambitions following the launch of the consumer product.A year after initial discussions about the smart home solution, Wondrwall’s scope has expanded to include insurance and energy solutions. Essentially, Wondrwall features a series of smart light switches integrated with more than 100 sensors, enhancing home efficiency. These sensors automatically control heating and lighting and incorporate microphones and speakers, enabling voice control via Amazon Alexa and music playback through Sonos.Following four-and-a-half years of development, Wondrwall is now available in show homes across the UK, with 89 major housebuilders incorporating the technology…
The perception that Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) get paid substantial sums for minimal involvement is misleading. Patricia Keating, programme lead at an organisation in Manchester, refutes this notion.The role of NEDs is increasingly sought after by seasoned business leaders pursuing portfolio careers. Contrary to popular belief, becoming an effective NED demands significant time, effort, and responsibility. Google searches may yield various unrelated results for ‘NED,’ but in the business world, a NED typically boasts an extensive network and holds a board position without being part of the executive team.This subject was discussed at a recent Non-Executive Breakfast event at UKFast Campus,…
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