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Post Deal Integration

You’ve done the deal, but how do you ensure a successful integration?In a previous post, I discussed strategies for achieving success in M&A. Now, I'd like to explore the intricacies of post-deal integration (PDI) and the challenges it presents in 3000 characters or less!M&A transactions ...

Startup Funding Challenges

There’s no escaping the fact that it’s been a tough year for startups in the tech industry… The recent market downturn has had a significant impact, with many companies experiencing a drop in their valuations of 50-70%. This has major implications for startups that are looking ...

Raising Business Finance

Successful Fundraising Mandates and Lessons for Early-Stage UK Businesses 2023 has been a transformative year for early-stage businesses in the UK - especially those raising finance. Amidst economic uncertainties, I was lucky enough to have helped a dozen or so innovative startups to successfully raise finance, ...

TEDx: Hiring Mad Mavericks!

The Chronicles of a Mad Maverick: My TEDx Rollercoaster Ride If you've ever had a burning desire to completely lose track of time, develop an unhealthy obsession with PowerPoint and find yourself speaking to the mirror more than your own family, then I have a suggestion ...
How to successfully pitch investors

How to Successfully Pitch Investors

Unlocking the Secrets of a Winning Investment PitchPitching to investors is a cornerstone and often nerve-wracking process for any entrepreneur. Whether you’re a seasoned founder or a startup newbie, crafting and delivering the perfect pitch can be the key to securing the funding you need ...
Startup Valuations - the dark art with Ecaveo

The Dark Art of Valuation

Valuation for Startups: A Comprehensive GuideValuing a startup is more than just crunching numbers; it involves both quantitative and qualitative factors that determine the company’s worth. Whether you’re seeking investment, preparing for a sale, or planning strategic growth, understanding your startup’s valuation is crucial.A startup’s ...

Ready for the Metaverse?

Readied your strategy to excel in the virtual frontier of the Metaverse?As the metaverse economy blossoms, traditional businesses face unprecedented challenges and opportunities. This digital frontier, powered by virtual reality, augmented reality and blockchain technologies, offers a new world of commerce, collaboration, and creativity.The secret ...
Paul Forrest Fractional CAIO Web3

Life as a Fractional CAIO

Lessons from the Frontlines of a Mid-Market Web3 CompanyFor me the past year has been nothing short of transformative! Let me rewind for a moment and set out how I got the gig.  I’d been writing about a variety of subjects and had opined on ...

Data Security and Privacy

Navigating the Complex World of Data Security and Privacy: A Strategic Approach for OrganisationsHaving spent many years working in the domain of Trust, Privacy and Security, we thought it might be timely to reflect on the key differences and how organisations should respond to the ...
Ecaveo discusses the role and value of Small Language Models (SLMs)

The Rise of Small Language Models

A Shift Towards Efficiency and SpecialisationIn the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, large language models (LLMs) such as GPT-4 have dominated the conversation due to their vast parameter counts and capabilities. However, a growing emphasis on efficiency, scalability, and domain-specific applications has led to ...

Lessons from a Scaleup Strategy

Strategies to Grow Your Business In the competitive landscape of today's business world, it is imperative for companies to continuously seek out strategies that will enable them to grow and thrive. Whether you are a startup or scaleup looking to establish your presence in the market ...

Importance of the Film Festival

Integrated Film Marketing StrategiesIn the ever-evolving landscape of the film industry, the significance of film festivals as a cornerstone of marketing strategies cannot be overstated. For filmmakers, producers, and distributors, these events offer far more than just the opportunity to showcase their work—they provide a ...