The CFO who gets you to Series C is rarely the CFO who takes you to IPO. Yet most boards still hire “a CFO” as if the role is static.

Hiring a CFO is a huge milestone for ambitious start-ups. These experts can completely transform the financial health and revenue potential of small businesses. CFOs often tackle vital responsibilities such as revenue forecasting, cash flow management, and strategic planning - all of which are key to sustained growth.

The UK faces two combined crises: housing and climate change. A chronic under-investment in housing and lengthy construction processes has led to a backlog of people in living in insufficient accommodation. Property prices also mean that many young people are stuck at their parents’, with a grasp of the housing ladder firmly out of reach.