Why Most Startups Struggle to Scale, and What I’ve Learned Helping Them Break Through
Scaling has a way of revealing everything Most startups do not struggle because the idea is weak. They struggle because growth has a habit of revealing everything that was previously hidden. Unclear decisions, fragile systems, unspoken assumptions. All of it surfaces once momentum starts to build. I see this regularly when working with founders and […]
Where I See PropTech Heading: How AI Could Transform the Built Environment
My career has always involved navigating the intersection of property, sustainability and innovation. After more than 25 years working across property development, professional services, M&A and emerging technology, I have seen the built environment evolve at a steady pace. What feels different now is the level of transformation becoming possible through advanced digital tools, particularly […]
My Perspective on the Real Road to Net Zero – What Business Leaders Must Understand in 2026
The world is entering a pivotal phase where environmental responsibility and commercial strategy are finally converging. After more than twenty five years working across property development, professional services, sustainable building, GreenTech, PropTech and business growth, I have seen how slowly organisational behaviour can change. Yet I have also seen how quickly leaders adapt when they […]
Climate Change Resilience Statement
Climate change resilience is now a key planning requirement in the City of London. Developments must demonstrate how buildings will respond to future climate conditions over their full operational lifespan. Local Plan Policy DM15.5 requires major developments to show resilience through a Sustainability Statement supported by robust technical evidence. A Climate Change Resilience Statement brings […]