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Simon Daniel

Simon Daniel

Simon Daniel is the inventor of the USB battery and folding keyboard. He’s also CEO of Moixa, a fast-growing renewable energy group.

A question of leadership 

Jun 04 2009

As Gordon Brown takes yet another pounding, we would all do well to heed the lessons of his leadership.

Springing back into action

Apr 22 2009

Maybe it was Easter Holiday sun, spring daffodils, or the ‘Keep Calm and Carry On’ campaign, but business is proceeding somewhat normally.

Growth will come from cleantech

Mar 26 2009

We are currently witness to the biggest heist since the Europeans raided Inca gold.

Reward the real risk-takers

Feb 18 2009

Something is rotten in the UK’s risk and reward culture.

2009: no going back now

Jan 15 2009

With 2008 and soon the Bush administration behind us, it’s time to look forward, be optimistic, and climb up out of the hole we’ve got ourselves into.

A year of missed opportunities

Dec 11 2008

Despite the government’s anxiety to be seen as green, 2008 is most likely to be remembered for its missed opportunities.

A more stable currency

Nov 12 2008

In the past 12 months, the pound has plummeted against the dollar and the euro. The Swiss franc, normally regarded as a ‘safe haven’ currency, has fallen too.

A Fuller fortnight

Sep 29 2008

A week can be a long time in finance, but for the entrepreneur, each week is always long, diverse and challenging.

Research

  • A comprehensive overview of cash shells on AIM and PLUS, companies that have become a significant feature on the market landscape.

Liquidity Drivers on AIM

In the first ever deep analysis of trading values and volumes on AIM, Growth Company Investor, in association with BDO Stoy Hayward, will be shining their research light on the pre-eminent companies on AIM.

Spotlight on AIM 2009 research 

The fifth annual examination of the entire AIM market, detailing the fastest growing companies on the junior market, aswell as the most profitable and the least profitable businesses.

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AIM Guide 2007/2008

The 2007/2008 AIM Guide contains essential information for anyone interested in the Alternative Investment Market.

Business XL

Business XL is written by leaders for leaders. The magazine is a fountain of inside information and knowledge, which can only be delivered by people who have started, bought and grown their own business.

M&A Magazine

M&A Magazine is the leading mid-market monthly corporate finance publication in the UK.

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Poll

Are you seeing green shoots?



Have your vote on current issues

Videos

Social entrepreneur: Camilla Batmanghelidjh

Kid's Company founder Camilla Batmanghelidjh talks about the challenges she faced in setting up the venture.

Ronan Lyons, economist

Building brands online

Economist Ronan Lyons argues that the internet has broken down barriers to entry across the economy, giving individuals the chance to build their own brands.

Recession forecast from the CBI

Richard Lambert, director-general of the CBI, gives his view on how long the recession will last and how much worse it will get.

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Events Calendar

Investor AllStars 2009

23rd September, London Hilton, Park Lane

The CANACCORD Adams Media Magnate Awards 2009

26th March, Vinopolis, London

Rosenblatt New Energy Awards 2010

25th February, Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD

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Recruitment strategies during a recession - Free guide

When a recession hits, or when your busy periods become less frequent, recruitment plans will undoubtedly be affected. To overcome this, all you need to do is alter your recruitment strategies. Download your free guide today.

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TOTALCARD

The fuel card that gives you more. Be it local account cards or corporate fleet cards that you need, TOTALCARD is the right choice for your business. Apply Today!

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