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Everything Financial Services | The podcast for boardroom conversations in financial services. Series 1 launching this week...

Financial services is facing a convergence of pressures, where market dynamics, regulation, technology and capital flows are reshaping decision-making at the highest level. Everything Financial Services is a podcast for leaders who need to understand what’s really driving the sector, and what it means in practice. Each episode explores the forces shaping financial services today, from private capital and digital currency to regulatory change, workforce shifts and evolving market structures. At the intersection of business, markets and strategy, Everything Financial Services brings together industry leaders and specialists for focused, commercially grounded conversations. Hosted by Christina Proffitt and Laura Uberoi, the podcast is designed for C-suite and senior decision-makers, offering practical insight without unnecessary complexity, helping organisations navigate change and make better-informed strategic decisions. Learn more about Addleshaw Goddard's work across the financial services sector: https://www.addleshawgoddard.com/en/sectors/financial-services/ [https://www.addleshawgoddard.com/en/sectors/financial-services/]

Inside Tech Minds | Is AI outpacing your governance? With leading AI expert Kay Firth-Butterfield

In this episode of Inside Tech Minds, Carly Gulliver speaks with Kay Firth-Butterfield, CEO of Good Tech Advisory and a leading voice in AI governance, about whether organisations are keeping pace with the rapid evolution of AI. Drawing on her experience at the World Economic Forum and advising global leaders, Kay explores why trust in AI is already under pressure and how gaps in governance, not the technology itself, are often to blame. The conversation brings to life the real risks playing out inside businesses today, from “shadow AI” and employee misuse to hallucinations, reputational damage and legal exposure. Through practical examples, Kay highlights why governance must go beyond the CTO or General Counsel, requiring a joined-up approach across the organisation with HR playing a critical role in training and embedding responsible AI use. The episode also sets out what good looks like: mapping AI usage, aligning to regulation, introducing cross-functional governance, and maintaining human oversight as AI agents scale. Essential listening for GCs, CTOs and senior leaders looking to balance speed with control and unlock AI’s value without compromising trust. Find out more about AI governance from Addleshaw Goddard’s expert team here [https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.addleshawgoddard.com%2Fen%2Fsectors%2Ftechnology-lawyers%2Fgenerative-ai%2F&data=05%7C02%7CMeghan.Browne%40addleshawgoddard.com%7C85def0a982a34a51f63f08debbe93a1b%7Ccce218d616124ac2b16c925474afd502%7C0%7C0%7C639154807526720495%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=XXGhEiODDOS40uGEvVF81YocQHZcMDSZPFVQml05Z2M%3D&reserved=0].

Mergerspresso | Succession: The Board Game

Episode 30 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, explores how board composition and turnover are emerging as a key source of corporate volatility. Host Lucy Robson is joined by guest David Palmer to discuss the growing trend of earlier and more frequent director departures, particularly among CEOs and CFOs, and what this means for governance and corporate strategy. The discussion focuses on the shift towards treating boards as actively managed portfolios of skills and experience rather than static groups. Lucy and David examine how organisations are reassessing board capabilities in the context of evolving strategic priorities, including technological change and shareholder expectations. They highlight the need for forward-looking succession planning, stress-testing leadership structures and maintaining a strong pipeline of “ready now” and “ready soon” candidates to address potential gaps. The episode also considers the broader implications for resilience and long-term value creation. As the pace of change accelerates, proactive board management is becoming a strategic necessity rather than a compliance exercise. Businesses that adopt a portfolio mindset are better positioned to navigate disruption, align governance with future needs and maintain investor confidence in an increasingly dynamic market environment.

Mergerspresso | The return of returns: Share buybacks

Episode 29 of Mergerspresso, Addleshaw Goddard’s corporate finance podcast, explores the growing proliferation of share buyback programmes across the public markets and why returning capital to shareholders has become a major strategic priority for listed companies. Host Simon Wood is joined by guest Jeremy Cruse to discuss how buybacks have evolved from routine corporate housekeeping into a key feature of capital allocation strategy. They examine why boards are increasingly using buybacks to respond to shareholder expectations, support undervalued share prices and defend against opportunistic bidders and activist campaigns.   The episode also considers the balance between returning capital and investing for growth, particularly at a time when valuations and market sentiment are shifting. Simon and Jeremy discuss the importance of aligning buybacks with broader capital strategy, including dividends, leverage and long-term investment planning, and why disciplined execution remains critical to maintaining investor confidence.

Inside Tech Minds | AI-powered deals – what really makes tech transactions succeed?

Technology transactions are being reshaped by AI, but the real challenge for leaders is understanding what creates value and what can quietly derail a deal. In this episode of Inside Tech Minds, Carly Gulliver speaks with James Dawson, Corporate Finance Partner, and Damon Rosamond-Lanzetta, Head of Tech Sector at Addleshaw Goddard, about what makes technology transactions succeed in an AI-driven market. Drawing on real-world deal experience, the conversation explores the strategic, operational and commercial decisions that increasingly define successful outcomes. The episode focuses on the issues that matter most during modern technology transactions: why involving advisers early is critical, why integration risk is now a core deal issue rather than a day-two problem, and how overstating “AI-powered” capabilities can conceal significant commercial and operational risks. Topics also include the infrastructure underpinning AI growth from data centres and power through to legacy systems as well as how AI is reshaping governance expectations, value creation and buy-versus-build decisions. Essential listening for CEOs, CIOs, CTOs and deal teams navigating AI-driven transactions with a focus on execution, integration and long-term value rather than hype. Enjoyed the episode? Follow and subscribe to Inside Tech Minds on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and, if you have a moment, leave a review to help others discover the show. Learn more about Addleshaw Goddard’s work in technology and digital transformation: https://www.addleshawgoddard.com/en/sectors/technology-lawyers/ [https://www.addleshawgoddard.com/en/sectors/technology-lawyers/]