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.
Perlego, often described as the “Spotify for textbooks,” has successfully closed a $4.8 million (£3.7m) venture round. The round was led by ADV, with contributions from existing angel investors, including prominent figures such as Lovefilm co-founder Simon Franks, Peter Hinssen, and Zoopla founder Alex Chesterman.Founded by Gauthier Van Malderen and Matthew Davis, both 25 years old, Perlego provides unlimited access to hundreds of thousands of professional and academic eBook titles for a monthly fee of £12. The platform collaborates with leading publishers, including Oxford University Press, Princeton University Press, and Macmillan Higher Education, who receive 65 per cent of each…
FinTech start-up Unmortgage has successfully raised £10 million as it aims to significantly expand its operations and workforce.Unmortgage, a London-based residential rent-to-own specialist, is set to revolutionise home ownership with a distinctive part-own part-rent model. This innovative approach requires as little as a five per cent deposit from customers, who then pay market rent on the portion of the home owned by Unmortgage. Additionally, customers have the opportunity to increase their equity in the property as their financial circumstances improve.The funding round includes £2.5 million from Augmentum Fintech, a prominent venture capital investor in Europe, alongside contributions from existing investor…
Manchester-based agency has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first in northern England to be designated as a ‘Skill Builder’ for Amazon’s Alexa voice assistant.The agency has championed the advancement of voice technology and emphasised the importance of developers acquiring skills in this domain since last autumn when it conducted its first workshop for engineers. Subsequently, the company has collaborated with Amazon to organise voice events for the technology community.These initiatives include additional workshops tailored for developers of varying proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. These sessions have been held at Amazon Alexa’s headquarters in London and at…
A significant investment of over £25 million has been made by private equity investor LDC in a secondary buyout of the fast-growing energy price comparison specialist. The deal is aimed at accelerating the company’s organic growth while marking a partial exit for NVM Private Equity, which initially supported the business in September 2015.Under the leadership of CEO and co-founder Phil Foster, the company has experienced rapid growth. For the financial year ending 31 December 2017, it recorded revenues of £17.4 million, up from £13.2 million in 2016, and currently supports more than 40,000 customers across the UK. Steve Weller, the…
A significant event in the digital industry, the ‘Digital Transformation Summit,’ will convene in Manchester this week at The Bridgewater Hall on 12th September.The ‘Digital Transformation Summit,’ having previously featured prominent speakers from organizations such as the Guardian, Ocado, Moonpig, Microsoft, ASOS, Twitter, and Barclays, is set to bring together notable figures in the digital realm. Among the experts slated to speak are Catherine Fraher, Head of Strategy & Planning and Digital at Age UK, Mark Masterson, Global Technology Lead at Google, and David Buckhurst, the BBC’s Software Engineering Manager. The speakers will address critical topics, including fostering a collaborative…
The inaugural list of FinTech Disrupters has been announced, highlighting the companies transforming the financial landscape. FinTech is revolutionising how consumers manage finances, from banking to insurance, significantly impacting the UK’s economy.FinTech is levelling the playing field for small businesses, helping users manage finances more effectively, and revitalising the UK economy. The list showcases a range of companies, from established firms to start-ups disrupting the industry through innovative technology.Aicura Solutions is among the highlighted companies, offering banks a faster, cheaper way to test ideas and bring them to market through ‘prototyping as a service’. This approach focuses on the financial…
London-based FinTech start-up Huddlestock has announced the appointment of Simen Teigre as its new CEO.Simen Teigre, co-founder and former chief executive of video communications firm Pexip, brings extensive leadership experience to Huddlestock. At Pexip, Teigre successfully led the company from inception to revenues of more than $10 million. He also served as CEO at Zaptec, where he oversaw a significant turnaround, increasing the electric vehicle charging company’s revenues from $200,000 to $4 million and achieving profitability within just over a year.Teigre is enthusiastic about his new role, stating, “Huddlestock’s goal of making the best investment opportunities available for everyone, at…
A revolutionary app, ‘Reach’, is transforming recovery pathways for neck pain sufferers.This digital innovation aims to drastically reduce the extensive waiting times associated with traditional NHS physiotherapy services.Innovative Solution to Prolonged RecoveryIn a move to tackle the lengthy recovery periods associated with neck pain, the innovative Reach app has been launched. This new digital intervention offers patients the opportunity to bypass extended waiting times for NHS physiotherapy, which can exceed up to 27 weeks at worst. This app promises rapid recovery plans tailored specifically to the individual’s needs, accessible 24/7.The brains behind this forward-thinking tool is James Read, the CEO…
In the rapidly evolving world of FinTech, one industry leader warns against hasty decisions. Joel Perlman, co-founder and chief strategy officer of a UK FinTech valued at over $2 billion, cautions entrepreneurs on the pitfalls of selling their ventures prematurely.Perlman, who co-founded the prominent challenger bank with Rishi Khosla three years ago, shared valuable insights from his journey. Their firm, having recently secured a $100 million investment round, boasts a valuation of $2.3 billion. Reflecting on their earlier business experiences, Perlman emphasized the importance of restraint in selling. “As mine and Rishi’s first business grew, we began to get noticed.…
A games developer has unveiled plans to establish a new studio in Newcastle, potentially generating 30 new job opportunities.Gamevy, a London-based games developer, has announced its intention to open a new studio in Newcastle. This expansion is expected to create up to 30 jobs over the next two years. The company, which already has offices in Berlin and Bilbao, specializes in creating betting games, including titles such as SpinLotto and Be the King.The decision to set up in the North East was significantly influenced by the company’s positive experience at the 1UP North gaming festival, part of the Great Exhibition…
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