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.
Independent property company Hortons has relocated its headquarters to Fifteen Colmore Row in Birmingham’s Colmore Business District, following the sale of its previous base at Latham House on Paradise Street last year.Hortons has taken a portion of the first-floor suite within Fifteen Colmore Row, a recently refurbished grade A office building that the company also owns and manages. The relocation marks a significant step for the firm, reflecting its ongoing commitment to providing a modern and flexible working environment for its team.Fifteen Colmore Row offers five floors of office space and amenities designed to cater to contemporary business needs. These…
Energy giant RWE has put forth detailed plans for a substantial 60 megawatt wind farm in North Wales, designed to potentially supply power to 70,500 homes. This proposed nine-turbine project, named the Alwen Forest Wind Farm, is strategically located adjacent to the Alwen Reservoir, straddling both Conwy County and Denbighshire local authority areas. Crucially, this development would be connected to the national grid, leveraging its proximity to RWE’s existing Clocaenog Forest wind farm.The Alwen Forest Wind Farm project, which envisages turbines with a maximum blade tip height of 200 metres, is currently under consideration by Planning and Environment Decisions Wales…
Key indicators of future consumer confidence took a sharp dive in September as Brits anxiously awaited policy announcements in the forthcoming Autumn Budget, according to newly released data.GfK’s long-standing consumer confidence index plummeted to -20 in September, with all measures, including personal finances, the economy, and purchase intentions experiencing a month-on-month decline. ‘Headline consumer confidence has… taken us back to a similar level seen at the beginning of this year,’ stated Neil Bellamy, consumer insights director at GfK. Despite stable inflation and the prospect of further cuts in the base interest rate, this is not encouraging news for the UK’s…
In a period marked by significant challenges, a prominent golf equipment retailer has reported notable sales increases as part of its ongoing strategic ‘reset’ under the leadership of Nigel Oddy, its newly appointed chief executive.The organisation, which has its headquarters in Warrington, faced numerous obstacles including the pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis, and unseasonably poor weather that resulted in reduced playing time for customers. However, the retailer’s financial performance has shown improvement, evidenced by its recently released unaudited figures for the 2023/24 financial year. The data revealed a slight increase in turnover, a reduction in pre-tax losses, and a return to…
The property website Zoopla achieved profitability in its latest financial year, with sales surpassing £90m. Documents submitted to Companies House reveal that Zoopla transitioned to a pre-tax profit of £18.7m for the year 2023, recovering from a pre-tax loss of £6.2m in the previous year, as reported by City AM.During this period, Zoopla’s revenue increased from £87.2m to £90.4m. However, the company’s average headcount saw a reduction, decreasing from 483 employees to 388. Despite this reduction in workforce, the board remains optimistic about the company’s future prospects.In a statement, the directors conveyed their confidence in Zoopla’s sustainability, citing its position…
Inflationary dynamics appear to be Catherine Mann, a prominent member of the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), has issued a stark warning about the current state of inflation within the United Kingdom. Speaking in Lithuania, Mann emphasised that inflation has become systematically embedded in the UK economy, advocating for a “guarded” approach toward reducing interest rates to address this issue. Her comments reflect a cautious stance against premature rate cuts, highlighting the complex nature of the inflationary pressures facing the nation.Mann highlighted structural behaviours in UK labour and product markets as key factors contributing to the persistent inflation.…
Michelle McManus is set to become the host of BBC Scotland’s new series, The Entertainment Mix. Launching next week, this programme aims to bring audiences the latest in entertainment and culture across Scotland. It will include celebrity interviews spanning events, film, music, culture, and arts.The half-hour weekly show, which will air at 8 pm, promises to highlight upcoming gigs, performances, and live events. Additionally, it will feature excerpts from interviews on BBC Radio Scotland’s music and culture programming.McManus will also be making a regular appearance on BBC Radio Scotland four days a week due to changes in the afternoon schedule.…
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds informed business leaders and unions in a private meeting that new legislation could oblige employers to offer zero-hours staff a regular contract with guaranteed hours after 12 weeks.The move is part of Labour’s wider push to end “exploitative” employment practices, though details are still being finalised ahead of the unveiling of the employment rights bill next month. The three-month threshold follows the example set by a major fast-food chain, which in 2017 gave staff the option to switch to contracts with minimum guaranteed hours. Most employees chose to remain on…
A Birmingham-based public relations agency, Rewired, has been appointed by Cewe UK as its retained consultancy after a competitive selection process. Cewe UK, part of the multinational Cewe Group, operates from its production facility in Warwick, offering a variety of photo-finishing products.This appointment comes during a period of expansion for Jewellery Quarter-based Rewired, which has seen significant growth across various sectors such as retail, leisure, hospitality, education, financial, and professional services. The agency’s client portfolio includes notable names like The Entertainer, Mondelez International, Unity Trust Bank, and Fieldfisher.Steve Manfield, Marketing Director at Cewe UK, stated, ‘We were really impressed by…
Local MPs Melanie Onn and Martin Vickers have inaugurated a £1.5 million training facility at Stallingborough. This new centre aims to bridge the skills gap in the Humber’s transition to green energy.The £1.5 million training facility at Stallingborough, inaugurated by MPs Melanie Onn and Martin Vickers, is a significant step towards addressing the skills gap in the Humber region’s green energy transition. Funding for the centre has been provided by various industrial sponsors, including Phillips 66 Limited, Harbour Energy, Drax, ABP, Air Products, Uniper, the ECITB, and Humber Freeport.This expanded facility will enable Catch, the membership organisation overseeing the centre,…
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