A third of SMEs set to fold without further funding

One in three UK small and medium enterprises (SMEs) say their survival is dependent on accessing finance by the end of the year, new research from NerdWallet has revealed.  

Top tips to fundraising
This article is part 11 of 14 in the series Kevins Top Tips

Most entrepreneurs, and indeed the early-stage businesses themselves, share many of the same challenges and experiences along their journey. This is basically true irrespective of the industry in which they operate or the product or service that they deliver.

Space Accelerator catalyses multi-million pound investment

Space startups generated almost £9m in investment and created 80 new jobs after taking part in a UK Space Agency-backed business support programme.

India’s top BFSI experts Unite to Reshape India’s Banking Landscape at Trescon BFSI

India’s most elite CXO gathering, ‘Big BFSI Future Tech Show & Awards’, Officially Supported by NITI Aayog, hosted global and regional powerhouses to discuss strategies for the Indian BFSI infrastructure, readying the nation to be the next banking epicenter of the world. This series in its Tenth Edition gathered global leaders, industry experts, and thought leaders to explore and assess the latest banking Innovations and trends for enterprise transformation.

Fighting the Talent Shortage

Every company is struggling to attract enough talent. Despite huge pressure to fill jobs, record levels of recruitment woes globally are showing no signs of improvement. By 2030, research consultancy Korn Ferry estimates that more than 85 million jobs could go unfilled because there simply aren’t enough skilled people to take them.

Why the return to the office could get more ‘in-tents’

Every now and again, two seemingly divergent ideas work together. Peanut butter and jelly anyone? I’d like to propose another unlikely combo: offices and tents. On the face of it, it may seem crazy, but this idea is backed by solid research.

Recruiting internationally: the considerations for businesses

One of the biggest challenges that businesses are experiencing today is recruitment. Described as The Great Resignation, the UK has seen higher-than-usual numbers of employees voluntarily leaving their jobs since the pandemic, which is having a huge impact on businesses finding and retaining talent.

A guide for entrepreneurs growing their social presence

As TikTik consumption is increasing, we spoke to someone with expertise, Cat Anderson, Head of Marketing EMEA at Sprout Social on why B2B startups should bother with TikTok, and how entrepreneurs can work on growing their social presence.

Top ways to keep your business ahead of the curve

Once starting up, the competition can be fierce, and it can be difficult standing out from the crowd. You always need to be ahead of the game and prepare for the unexpected.

iDenfy’s AI-powered identity verification will shield Peccala customers from fraud

iDenfy, the global remote identity verification and fraud prevention company, joined forces with Peccala, the cryptocurrency investment platform that provides tokenized crypto Robo-investor services

The biggest challenges facing corporate social responsibility leaders

Harvard Business School conducted a recent survey where they discovered 70% of people believe it is important for businesses to make a positive impact. They also found 25% of consumers take a zero-tolerance stance on companies that employ questionable ethical practices.

UK space industry can learn from Elon Musk

It’s been 50 years since mankind last set foot on the Moon. During this time, human space exploration has focused on manned low-Earth orbit missions and unmanned exploration. The space industry is worth £240bn worldwide with the UK accounting for £16bn of that.

6 PetTech startups changing the game
6 PetTech startups changing the game

From wearable devices to smart feeders and bowls, we all enjoy spending money on our pets. The PetTech market is set to hit $20bn by 2028, according to research. The market is being driven by the increasing introduction of AI-enabled solutions that enhance the analytics capabilities of products.

How has customers wants and needs changed?

The customer is always right, and one of the most important factors when it comes to business decisions. So how do you keep the customer happy?

Working women bear emotional and financial brunt of cost-of-living crisis

A survey amongst 1,024 UK adults in full-time employment has explored the connection between mental health and financial wellbeing.

With the online sales tax consultation now closed, what can we expect and will it happen any time soon?

Rishi Sunak was plauded by most for responding so quickly to support small businesses as COVID hit. But what a shame that the years of campaigning didn’t trigger such a revolutionary business rates consultation before an unprecedented global pandemic hit the already underperforming high street retail and shopping center sector, or Brexit, the war in Ukraine, spiralling fuel prices and a cost of living crisis.

Q&A: Sam Martin Co-Founder of Peckwater Brands

Peckwater Brands runs a range of virtual restaurant brands. These are virtual restaurants that exist solely on third-party delivery platforms, like Deliveroo or Uber Eats, without their own brick-and-mortar location.

A new internet spells a new model for DTC startups

A new economic landscape is quickly materialising as consumers become more discerning with spending, and the pressure is on startups to work harder to generate love for their brand across many different surfaces.

Applications are open for the Impact Accelerator for Women Founders 

AWS is launching a one-of-its-kind programme that gives more women founders the support they need to accelerate their businesses. 

bloss launch app connecting employers and employees with parenting experts

bloss, the family life-focused technology platform, launches its much-anticipated app.