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 prominent investor in the North East has expressed confidence that the region will witness a robust flow of deals in the forthcoming years. Maven Capital Partners, which oversees various funds in the region, including the equity component of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II), has indicated optimism due to its current deal pipeline and the diversity of businesses that have sought its financial support.Rebecca MacDermid, an investment manager at Maven’s Newcastle office, reported that previous impediments to business growth, such as inflationary pressures and high interest rates, are beginning to diminish. This change has resulted in a…
At Equinix’s LD6 data centre, Mike Oxborrow, a senior sales engineer, highlights the stringent security measures required for entry, including biometric scans. This facility is one of six Equinix sites in the area, serving as a crucial hub for London’s financial institutions. The demand for data centres is surging, driven by the exponential growth of AI and cloud computing. With the UK government recently designating data centres as ‘national critical infrastructure,’ these vast facilities are becoming more essential than ever.Harro Beusker, CEO of nLighten, a data centre developer, states, ‘The boom is already here. Over the last 25 years, IT…
In a candid interview with The Times, Chancellor Rachel Reeves strongly advocated for a return to office-based work, emphasising the importance of in-person collaboration. As she prepares to present Labour’s economic vision at the party conference in Liverpool, Reeves highlighted her own experience of working late nights at the Treasury as evidence of the benefits of in-office work.Rachel Reeves has dismissed remote working, arguing that a collaborative office environment is essential for generating ideas. She emphasised that after the Labour election victory, she often worked late at the Treasury to illustrate her point. The Chancellor stressed that short-term fixes would…
The CEO of a prominent contractor has raised concerns about the adverse effects of British engineers and experts relocating to Saudi Arabia and North America on UK’s major infrastructure projects.Egis Group, a key contractor involved in significant UK infrastructure projects, has reported that the migration of British engineers to Saudi Arabia and North America is significantly hindering similar projects within the UK. Laurent Germain, CEO of Egis Group, articulated these concerns in a statement to City AM, highlighting the allure of ‘iconic projects’ abroad as a career booster for engineers, which has subsequently strained the recruitment process within the UK.Egis…
Inheritance tax receipts are on course for another record-breaking year, raising speculation about potential reforms from the Chancellor. HMRC’s latest data indicates that inheritance tax receipts soared to £3.5 billion from April to August, a £300 million increase compared to the same period last year.The government has kept the inheritance tax thresholds unchanged, which has resulted in more estates being subjected to the tax due to rising asset values. In the 2024 financial year, the tax amassed a historic high of £7.5 billion, marking a substantial increase from the previous record of £7.1 billion.Financial planning specialist Shaun Moore from Quilter…
The UK division of Caterpillar has reported a substantial surge in profits, driven predominantly by an uptick in international sales in the fiscal year 2023. The Leicestershire-based branch posted a pre-tax profit of £102.2 million, a noteworthy increase from the £74.4 million recorded in the previous year, according to filings with Companies House.The company’s turnover also saw a significant rise, growing from £1.33 billion to £1.59 billion over the same period. This increase has been attributed to various strategic measures, including ‘price action’ to address ongoing commodity cost increases. Notably, UK sales rose dramatically from £684,000 to £4 million. Meanwhile,…
The world of work has been thrust into a state of utter confusion. Once, there was a clear norm for employees, expected to be at their workplace five days a week, typically from nine to five.The Covid pandemic changed this paradigm, as lockdowns forced people to discover the possibility of working efficiently from home, thanks to improved technology enabling virtual meetings from anywhere.The New Norm: Hybrid WorkingPost-pandemic, workers have demonstrated a notable reluctance to return to full-time office presence. Instead of a flood back, there was a trickle, leading to a hybrid or flexible working model. Three or four days…
Band on the Wall has unveiled a New York-inspired bar this month, referred to as The Copper Bar, with support from Sundae Communications.The Copper Bar pays homage to New York City’s renowned jazz venue, Zinc Bar, and showcases new lighting, a hand-painted mural by local artist Qubek, and collages from the venue’s archives. The design was crafted by Instruct Studio, based in Manchester.Fiona McGarva, Managing Director of Sundae Communications, remarked, “Band on the Wall is truly iconic. It is our city’s longest-standing venue, and unique not only in its contribution to Manchester’s music history, but also its future, by programming…
Tyneside offshore cleantech company Kinewell Energy has secured two substantial contracts with prominent global renewable energy producers. The Newcastle-based firm, recognised for its award-winning KLOC software, has entered into six-figure, multi-year agreements that will see these two European giants utilise the tool in developing future offshore wind farms worldwide.Kinewell Energy’s headquarters, situated in Newcastle city centre, already collaborates with leading renewable energy players such as Equinor and SSE Renewables. The latest contracts are expected to significantly drive the company’s expansion, according to Founder and CEO Dr Andrew Jenkins. He remarked, “We are thrilled to be welcoming these two new customers…
A specialist defence manufacturing firm has firmly selected the West Midlands for its new production facility, with a commitment to generating up to 150 skilled jobs within the next three years.NMS UK, headquartered in Birmingham city centre, is set to establish its operations on a 7.9-acre site at Tachbrook Park in Leamington Spa. This new facility is dedicated to the production of protected patrol vehicles, adhering to UK government specifications and destined for export markets globally. The company aims to support the UK’s defence industry by maintaining intellectual property within the country.The new production hub is anticipated to be fully…
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