Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs

Part 2: Scaling a finance function and the business

Join us for Part 2 of the podcast with Hari Sandhu, founder of EmpowerRD, and Chris Bell, our FinOps lead, as we delve into scaling a finance function and business. Aimed at founders, this episode covers key topics like managing cashflow, extending runway, and leveraging R&D tax credits. We explore alternative financing options, such as revenue loans and invoice factoring, and discuss strategic steps post-funding rounds. Learn how to scale your finance team efficiently with in-house tech, process automation, and outsourcing. Discover the importance of effective investor management and continuous improvement in shaping your financial strategy. Tune in for actionable insights to drive your business forward.

Part 1: Setting up a finance function

In the first part of this podcast, we dive into setting up a finance function for founders. Hari Sandhu, founder of EmpowerRD, talks with Chris Bell, FinOps Lead at Rora, about integrating finance into decision-making, early financial processes, and fractional finance functions. Tune in to learn how to use finance effectively from the beginning and set your startup up for success.

What does the Spring Budget 2024 mean for UK innovation and R&D tax relief?

Welcome to the third podcast in our series, "Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs!" In this episode, Madison Smith, EmpowerRD's Business Development Manager, chats with Hari Sandhu, EmpowerRD's Founder and Executive Chair, as they discuss the implications of the recent Spring Budget for UK innovation and R&D tax credits. In a surprising turn of events, this year's Spring Budget was notably quiet on the R&D tax relief front, marking a pause in the rapid changes we've seen in previous years. However, significant undercurrents, such as the impending merger of the R&D tax relief schemes, are set to redefine the landscape, so we’ll recap on that. We'll also unpack some additional announcements that could shape the future of R&D tax relief and innovation.

Attracting investment in volatile times

Welcome back to ‘Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs,’ presented by EmpowerRD. In our second episode, host Hari Sandhu, founder of EmpowerRD, is joined by Nikita Baranov from Fuel Ventures. They delve into the art of attracting venture capital funding for UK tech startups in challenging times. Key Highlights: Contrasting funding Landscapes: Insights on how UK Tech SMEs fare against global counterparts. Adapting to economic shifts: Strategies for securing funding in the current tech reset climate. Keys to attract investors: Discussing profitable business models and financial discipline. Effective storytelling for Investors: Building lasting relationships in cautious times. Preparing for Growth: Avoiding common pitfalls and building a resilient startup infrastructure.

Introducing Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs

Join Sophie Temple, our Head of Marketing, and Alex Hannaway, our Content Marketing Manager, as they delve into the exciting world of UK tech. In our upcoming podcast series, "Empowering Innovation: Trends and Triumphs," we'll tackle the tough questions on finance, funding, innovation, and R&D tax relief. Stay tuned for insightful discussions and valuable insights!