Oct 14

Oct 14 Maximising the UK Industrial Strategy: A Guide for Business Leaders, Investors, and Policymakers

Today, the UK government published its Industrial Strategy Green Paper, a public consultation that asks businesses to' help shape the industrial strategy.’ Timed to coincide with the International Investment Summit, the Green Paper presents the government’s vision for driving long-term economic growth. Yet, while it is being unveiled at a gathering of international investors, the UK must support the creation of a corporate venture capital ecosystem that can support UK innovation that can deliver growth.

May 22
May 22 OpenAI and Scarlett Johansson - Why Silicon Valley Doesn't Care

Julio Romo

opinion, comment

OpenAI faces a legal challenge from actress Scarlett Johansson after Sky, its newly released voice chatbot, appears to sound very similar to the actress herself. Does the company care about copyright?

Apr 25

Apr 25 How to secure Venture Capital in a Volatile Economy: The Critical Role of Reputation Management

Julio Romo

how to, opinion, comment

American venture capital firms are making fewer deals. They are, as has been said before, keeping their investment powder dry for now. They are risk averse and seek opportunities where trust and reputation are factored into the business plan. But what can start-ups and companies looking for investments do to reassure VCs and other investors? I outline some initial strategic and tactical thinking and activities.

Apr 17

Apr 17 Communications Strategies for Corporate Venture Capital firms

Julio Romo

comment, opinion

Venture capital companies are still one of the leading investors in innovation and growth but because of the current fiscal landscape they are keeping back on many deals. Now could be the time for corporate ventures to move in and establish their capital and sector expertise. But to do this they need an effective strategy and communication.

Feb 1

Feb 1 The reputation and cultural challenges facing Boeing

Julio Romo

comment

Trust in Boeing is damaged after yet another safety issue. Repairing its reputation and regaining the trust of regulators, airlines, and passengers is going to be tough and requires a strategic rethink and refocus.

Jan 13

Jan 13 Why the wrong culture can stop growth

Julio Romo

comment

The UK and Europe are lagging behind the US in maximising the potential of tech companies founded in their respective national markets, but why?

Culture, perception and confidence are holding us. How do we resolve this?

Dec 11

Dec 11 The Implications Of The EU's AI Act and The Future.

Julio Romo

comment, trends

The EU has moved first with with EU AI Act. Where next for innovation and growth, and what are the impacts for companies, countries and other trading blocs?