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.
UK and Estonia-based challenger banking app, Monese, has successfully raised $60 million in a Series B funding round, led by notable global investor Kinnevik. Other participants included prominent names such as PayPal, Augmentum Fintech, and International Airlines Group’s Avios Group.Monese was founded by Norris Koppel, who moved to the UK from Estonia and encountered difficulties opening a bank account due to the lack of a credit history or utility bills. Launched in 2015, Monese offers a mobile-only current account, targeting customers newly arrived in a country or those with a limited credit file.The start-up’s $60 million Series B round saw…
Twenty FinTech companies have been identified by Tech Nation as ‘ones to watch’, joining the organisation’s inaugural programme dedicated to this sector. The government-backed network, which supports digital tech entrepreneurs, launched the FinTech programme earlier this year and invited early-stage start-ups to apply.The selected companies display a remarkable variety and excellence, reflecting the robust growth of the UK’s FinTech sector. Seven out of the twenty firms are situated outside London, with offices located in Norwich, Edinburgh, Cardiff, Canterbury, Manchester, and Bristol. Notable companies among the cohort include Manchester’s mobile technology business Airtime Rewards; CoInvestor in Canterbury; Delio from Cardiff; Edinburgh-based…
Two additional speakers have been confirmed for the imminent ‘Tech Recruitment Timebomb’ event.Benedetta Arese Lucini, who previously served as a regional manager for Uber in Europe before co-founding a start-up, and Rija Javed, the chief technology officer of a London-based FinTech company, will be sharing their insights at the event scheduled to take place on 10 October from 5-7 pm at etc.venues The Hatton, London.The inclusion of these speakers raises the total number of participants to 11, all of whom will be discussing the pressing recruitment challenges faced by London’s technology sector. Notably, recent surveys have consistently highlighted that the…
A Yorkshire tech firm has developed an advanced augmented reality app that converts children’s drawings into interactive 3D characters. Peel Interactive will debut the app at a North Yorkshire bar and restaurant, enabling children aged three and above to colour in two fantasy characters and transform their drawings into animated figures through the restaurant’s in-house iPads.The app incorporates 3D assets created using Maya and textured with Substance Suite tools, brought to life with Unity and C# programming. “We wanted to create an app that engages a younger audience in a fun way, using a medium they already understand and have…
Digital agency e3creative has been chosen to promote a groundbreaking cancer treatment research initiative led by the University of Manchester.The Gary Neville-backed firm has been tasked with introducing an impactful online presence for the H2020 INSPIRE Project, which coordinates proton beam therapy (PBT) research throughout Europe. This endeavour encompasses website design, development, and strategy.”The innovation stemming out of the INSPIRE project is astounding and the teams feel privileged to leverage their expertise to further the initiative,” commented managing director Jake Welsh. He emphasised that the multilingual web platform will act as a crucial resource, aiding the project in aligning research…
FinTech North has appointed its inaugural chairman as it enters a significant phase of growth since its establishment in 2016.Chris Sier, HM Treasury FinTech Envoy, expressed that his new role aligns well with his professional interests and passion for the regional economy. Sier has been a keynote speaker at FinTech North’s inaugural conference in 2016 and has chaired the Leeds conference for the past two years. Additionally, he delivered keynotes at the 2018 conferences in Manchester and Liverpool.Sier is a prominent advocate of regional FinTech and innovation. He currently holds academic positions as a Professor of Financial Technology at the…
The UK’s fastest-growing employee engagement platform has significantly expanded its tech team, appointing a new Chief Technology Officer (CTO) in preparation for scaling both domestically and internationally.A company noted for offering around 250 perks, including discounts and complimentary items to employees of subscribed businesses, has announced the appointment of Paul Schulz, a former head of mobile technology at Yahoo!, as its CTO. Paul Schulz brings more than 27 years of experience in the tech industry to the role.Saurav Chopra, the co-founder and CEO, described Schulz as ‘the obvious choice given his track record and our focus on building mobile-first solutions’.…
A controversial health tech firm, known for its fraudulent claims regarding the accuracy of its blood-testing technology, has reportedly closed its doors.The firm claimed it could conduct a variety of physiological tests using just a few drops of blood collected via its portable blood analyser, including tests for conditions such as cancer and diabetes. After raising $700 million from investors, it became one of the darlings of Silicon Valley.However, the technology was flawed, leading to the firm’s CEO, Elizabeth Holmes, and president, Ramesh ‘Sunny’ Balwani, being charged with fraud by the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The SEC accused them…
Midlands-based software group has expanded its foothold in the United States by acquiring a profitable SaaS business for up to $7 million.The acquisition involves a digital quality inspection solution company that serves the manufacturing and advanced engineering sectors. The California-based firm employs 15 individuals and boasts a client roster that includes prominent names such as Boeing, NASA, and Virgin Galactica.An initial payment of $5 million will be supplemented by two deferred payments of $1 million each, contingent upon meeting certain performance benchmarks.According to the executive chairman, this acquisition aligns with the group’s strategy of acquiring businesses with strong intellectual property…
Privacy technology firm MyLife Digital has secured £5.7 million to facilitate the international expansion of its personal data management platform.The Bath-based company offers an enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution designed to assist businesses in managing challenges associated with personal data. This platform, launched in late 2017, aims to enhance trust and engagement through increased transparency. Currently, the Consentric platform boasts six million registered users, aiding organisations in reducing data misuse, fostering new service innovation, putting users in control, and generating trusted access to higher quality and more timely data.An additional £3 million investment from Business Growth Fund, following an initial £2…
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