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.
Robotic warehouses have significantly improved the fortunes of a major online supermarket, which reported an 11.5% increase in revenues for the quarter ending 2 September.The online supermarket has been expanding its capacity following double-digit growth in average orders per week. Major investments in its UK logistics hub and technology platform have included fully automated warehouses in Andover, Hampshire, and Erith, South-east London.According to the CEO, the new capacity from these warehouses is crucial in meeting consumer demand and driving a shift in the grocery retail sector in the UK. The CEO expressed pride in the timely and on-budget opening of…
Birmingham tech firm Aston EyeTech has clinched a multi-million-pound contract with one of the largest and fastest-growing optical retailers globally. The deal encompasses product design, development, and manufacturing, marking a substantial achievement for the company.Aston EyeTech stands at the forefront of the eyecare industry, driving increased portability, wider accessibility, lower costs, and enhanced user experiences. The company’s innovative approach combines cutting-edge ophthalmic hardware with proprietary AI software platforms to deliver advanced technology solutions.Investment group Mercia Technologies holds an 18.7 per cent direct equity stake in Aston EyeTech. Since 2013, Mercia Technologies has collaborated with Aston EyeTech, initially investing through third-party…
There is no place for men-only panels in today’s world and event organisers must go the extra mile to secure diverse speaking line-ups. That is the view of Kirsty Devlin, who co-founded a platform to make it easier for people to find female speakers. The platform showcases more than 300 women who are available to speak around the world on a variety of subjects.”Diverse panels are better – and not having a diverse enough panel really is problematic these days,” she stated. This platform is designed for those that identify as women to promote themselves for speaking opportunities. Denying women…
Ofcom is set to propose increased regulation of social networks akin to the oversight already present in the mobile phone and broadband industries. The media regulator will introduce plans for a system that monitors how technology companies, such as Facebook and Google, handle complaints.Expected to be unveiled today, the plan involves setting targets for the rapid removal of offensive content. Companies failing to meet these targets could face substantial fines. However, any regulatory measures would require government approval.Sharon White, Chief Executive, is anticipated to liken the current state of online regulation to a “standards lottery,” pointing out the stringent controls…
Every business is increasingly becoming a digital entity, implying a significant shift online across various sectors. However, many companies are transitioning away from the internet in search of more efficient and secure ways of exchanging data.A new report measures the astonishing growth of global data, particularly focusing on private data exchange between companies off the public internet. This has become the most dominant form of data exchange and is expected to become ten times larger than the internet while growing twice as fast.Russell Poole, managing director for a UK-based data centre operator, highlighted the shortcomings of relying on the public…
Deko has announced the appointment of Mufti Monim as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) as the company gears up for a substantial growth phase.Monim joins Deko from Lebara Money, where he successfully established an international money transfer platform in the UK, facilitating £100 million worth of transfers within the first year. He will be responsible for accelerating the development of Deko’s platform, ensuring continuous product innovation, and capitalising on upcoming major partnerships.Before his role at Lebara Money, where he built and managed the platform, Monim held various positions at Lebara Mobile for five years, including Head of Digital Technology. Working closely…
Newcastle United and Cardiff City, both struggling in the Premier League, are reportedly engaging in discussions to launch a cryptocurrency aimed at raising funds for the January transfer window.According to The Times, these two clubs are exploring the potential of Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) in collaboration with decentralised sports funding platform SportyCo and investment company Blackbridge. The proposed ICOs would allow fans to purchase tokens, granting them a stake in future club revenue or access to tickets and merchandise. This blockchain-based funding model is believed to democratise the financial operations of the clubs, providing fans with a more significant voice…
Premier League club Liverpool has announced a new partnership with a blockchain-based trading application, enhancing fan engagement.Liverpool FC has established a partnership with a blockchain-based trading application. This collaboration is set to drive technological advancements across the UK, Europe, and Asia, where Liverpool has a substantial fanbase. The initiative aims to increase the downloads of the new trading application, incorporating blockchain settlement technology, whilst also benefiting from matchday sponsorship.High-profile players such as Naby Keita, Alisson Becker, and Georginio Wijnaldum are featured in a TV commercial launching today. Billy Hogan, the managing director and chief commercial officer at Liverpool FC, stated,…
The largest bespoke office development outside London and the most significant by a North West company is set to redefine the business landscape. This £800 million headquarters near Manchester Airport, spearheaded by a notable online beauty and wellbeing business, is poised to cover an expansive area of nearly a million square feet.The project encompasses a £650 million, 16.8-acre business campus and an £150 million, 11.6-acre content creation studio, collectively supporting up to 10,000 jobs. Newly released images reveal the massive project’s design, which is expected to commence in early 2019.Acting on behalf of the project’s initiators, Airport City Manchester’s joint…
Leeds-based digital solutions company, UX Global (UXG), has expanded into a 14,000 sq. ft. design and production facility and increased its headcount by a third to 29, underscoring its strategic growth ambitions.Founded in 1983 as Unicam and rebranded in 2017, UXG specialises in designing and manufacturing bespoke digital, LED, and retail solutions for branded environments. Its notable clients include a prominent retail group, a leading electrical and technology group, and a major shopping centre in Bradford. The new facility, located on Low Lane in Horsforth, is 40% larger than the previous base on Kirkstall Road. This move has significantly boosted…
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