Ian has 21 years worth of experience in the corporate world, turning around failing operations followed by 10 years in the world of Start ups as an investor, mentor, Non Exec. Director & advisor.

Amanda manages First Flight database, communication with candidates and clients, organising interviews and ensuring our processes and procedures run smoothly.

Peter provides comprehensive IP service, managing opportunities for developing and commercialising IP, and managing risks from third party IP in support of clients’ objectives.

With two successful start ups grown and sold, Stewart is a seasoned entrepreneur. His background in Financial services provides strong connections & funding networks.

William has nearly forty years of experience in both hands-on CEO and NED/advisory roles with companies and charities operating across multiple sectors (including aviation, charity, corporate services, education, fintech and more) in fifty countries.

Grace brings over 16 years of hands-on experience in customer service, driving excellence through streamlined processes and human-centred communication.

Fazane has proven experience supporting 130+ brands across fashion, technical apparel, adaptive products and wearable innovation.

Bob has extensive experience in IT and is skilled in AI and ML. He led development of two of the very first AI systems to be deployed commercially.

Fiona is a Senior Chartered Accountant with over 16 years of experience, who can provide a full suite of accountancy services to help any startup business.

Agata has over 12 years of experience providing guidance and leadership to senior managers in startups and SMEs in various industries including professional services and hospitality,.

JD has over 30 years of extensive experience in designing, drafting, and implementing all kinds of employee share-based and cash-based incentive arrangements.

Eugene is the founder and CEO of EK Ventures (Platform and AI development and deployment) and brings a stellar 25-year career as an award-winning entrepreneur and strategist in the technology and startup sector.

Ian is a former law lecturer and Legal 500-recognised corporate lawyer. VC and law firm founder, ex-CEO of Growthdeck. Ian has co-founded a law firm and three VC businesses.

Emmanuel has a background in renewables and is keen to support early stage businesses in developing countries.

Iain has an extensive and diverse global background in business development, marketing, sales, communications, operations, and systems and processes.

Nigel focuses on collaboration for R&D and innovation. For him, new ideas and innovations are at the interface of competences and between partners so collaboration is paramount.

Steven spent the early part of his career with large regional commercial firms and later was a partner at two multi-office firms. He also has a focus on start-ups.

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