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Welcome to Oxford+, the podcast series that explores the myths and truths of the Oxford investing landscape hosted by Susannah de Jager. Since moving to Oxford, Susannah has collaborated with experts, entrepreneurs, and government to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Oxford+ aims to inform, inspire, and connect. We'll talk to Founders, investors, academics, politicians, and facilitators and explore how Oxford is open for business.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Bringing Science to Society with Molly Stevens, John Black Professor of Bionanoscience at the University of Oxford

    How can cutting-edge nanoscience transform medicine and inspire groundbreaking startups within Oxford? In this episode, Susannah de Jager sits down with Professor Dame Molly Stevens, John Black Professor of Bionanoscience at the University of Oxford. Together, they explore Molly’s extraordinary journey in interdisciplinary research, the process of spinning out successful companies from academia, and the unique opportunities Oxford offers for scientific innovation. Molly also shares insights on fostering diverse teams, driving impactful research, and the future of quantum sensing in biomedical applications. (00:00) - Bringing Science to Society with Molly Stevens (00:18) - Meet Professor Dame Molly Stevens (03:59) - Innovative Biomedical Applications (04:38) - Breakthrough Technology: SPARTA (06:38) - Interdisciplinary Opportunities at Oxford (09:51) - UK-Wide and International Collaborations (11:08) - Spinning Out Companies: Challenges and Insights (23:10) - Championing Diversity in Entrepreneurship (27:44) - The Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery About the Guest:Molly Stevens is the John Black Professor of Bionanoscience at the University of Oxford, with part-time positions at Imperial College London and the Karolinska Institute. As a world-leading expert in biomaterial interfaces, her multidisciplinary research spans regenerative medicine, advanced therapeutics, and diagnostics. She is a serial entrepreneur, founding successful companies such as Spot by Discovery and she serves as Deputy Director of the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery. Recognised internationally, Molly is a Fellow of the Royal Society, the Royal Academy of Engineering, and numerous other prestigious academies. Connect with Molly on LinkedIn About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    31 min

  2. FEB 3

    How Machine Learning in Oxford Is Transforming Medicine Worldwide with Lionel Tarassenko, President of Reuben College

    In this episode, Susannah de Jager is joined by Lionel Tarassenko, CBE, one of the world's leading experts in AI, machine learning, and biomedical engineering. Lionel shares his fascinating journey from the lab to real-world applications, his pioneering work with NHS data, and his views on how the UK can leverage its unique strengths in healthcare innovation. He also explores the role of Oxford, emerging technologies, and the transformative potential of large multimodal models in medicine. (00:00) - How Machine Learning in Oxford Is Transforming Medicine Worldwide (00:33) - Meet Lord Lionel Tarassenko (01:09) - Lionel's Journey and Achievements (02:41) - Translating Research into Real-World Applications (06:23) - Pioneering Machine Learning in Healthcare (11:32) - The Future of AI and NHS Data (21:49) - The Ellison Institute of Technology in Oxford (36:15) - The Vision for Oxford's Future About the Guest:Lord Lionel Tarassenko, CBE, is a leading figure in biomedical engineering, AI, and machine learning. A graduate and professor at the University of Oxford, he has spearheaded groundbreaking applications of AI in healthcare, from monitoring patient deterioration to managing chronic disease. He has founded four successful university spin-out companies, directed the Institute of Biomedical Engineering, and is currently the President of Reuben College, Oxford's newest college. Lionel has also played a key role in national AI policy, advocating for the use of NHS data as a sovereign asset to drive medical breakthroughs. Connect with Lionel Tarassenko About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    41 min

  3. JAN 20

    How Oxford University Innovation Bridges Science and Business with Mairi Gibbs, CEO of OUI

    How does a world-leading university turn groundbreaking research into businesses that change the world? In this episode, Susannah de Jager speaks with Mairi Gibbs, CEO of Oxford University Innovation (OUI), about how Oxford transforms cutting-edge science into real-world solutions. Mairi shares her experience leading OUI, the importance of innovation within universities, and the challenges and opportunities in bridging academia and business. (00:00) - How Oxford University Innovation Bridges Science and Business with Mairi Gibbs, CEO of OUI (00:18) - Meet Mairi Gibbs: CEO of Oxford University Innovation (01:30) - Mairi's Journey from Chemistry to Technology Transfer (03:57) - The Mission and Impact of Oxford University Innovation (08:03) - Different Models for Research and Technology Transfer (13:35) - Challenges and Opportunities in University Tech Transfer (29:11) - Building a Culture of Entrepreneurship at Oxford (34:08) - Future Goals and Closing Remarks About the Guest: Mairi Gibbs is the CEO of Oxford University Innovation (OUI), Mairi has over 20 years of experience in technology transfer and innovation. She holds a PhD in Chemistry and previously worked in the chemicals industry before transitioning to technology transfer in 2002. Mairi is an expert in spin-out formation, licensing, and managing intellectual property, with a strong focus on maximising the societal impact of Oxford’s research. Connect with Mairi on LinkedIn About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    37 min

  4. JAN 6

    What Formula One Teaches Us About Startups and Success with Adam Parr, former Chief Executive of Williams F1

    In this episode, Susannah de Jager is joined by Adam Parr, a barrister, entrepreneur, and former Chairman and CEO of the Williams Formula One team. Adam shares insights from his storied career, spanning motorsport, venture capital, and climate innovation. From his tenure at Williams F1 to co-founding impactful ventures like Downforce Trust, Adam brings a global perspective to leadership, innovation, and the interplay between academia and business. (00:00) - Oxford+ S2 E7 Adam Parr (00:18) - Meet Adam Parr: From Formula One to Venture Capital (02:14) - Journey to Williams Formula One Team (04:24) - Challenges and Insights in Formula One (10:14) - Transition to Venture Capital and Innovation (14:29) - Climate Change and Innovation: The Downforce Trust (18:42) - Academic and Business Synergy (34:14) - Navigating the Oxford Ecosystem for Startups (37:13) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts About the guest:Adam Parr is a barrister, entrepreneur, and former Chairman and CEO of the Williams Formula One team. With a storied career spanning global mining, motorsport, and venture capital, Adam has co-founded and led numerous businesses, including Quantum Black (acquired by McKinsey) and Oxford Semantic Technologies (acquired by Samsung). As a DPhil candidate and Business Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Smith School, Adam is dedicated to advancing innovation in climate change through ventures like the Downforce Trust. He is also the author of The Art of War: Five Years in Formula One and Total Competition: Lessons in Strategy from Formula One, co-authored with Ross Brawn. Connect with Adam on LinkedIn About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    38 min

  5. 11/18/2024

    Risk and Reward in Early-Stage Tech Investments with George Robinson, Founding Partner of Oxford Investment Consultants

    In this episode, Susannah de Jager is joined by George Robinson, founding partner of Oxford Investment Consultants (OIC). Established in 2015, OIC has directed substantial investments into early-stage technology and biotech companies originating from Oxford and other UK universities, particularly focusing on high-potential, innovative spinouts. The conversation explores Robinson's journey from investing in listed equities in Asia to championing early-stage technology ventures in the UK. Throughout the episode, George shares insights into the challenges of university spinouts, discussing the complexities of evaluating new technologies, the strategic importance of assembling a well-rounded team, and the essential qualities he seeks in leadership. (00:00) - Meet George Robinson: Founding Partner of Oxford Investment Consultants (01:44) - George's Journey: From Listed Equities to University Spinouts (03:38) - Challenges and Opportunities in University Spinouts (04:25) - Building a Strong Investment Team (06:07) - Navigating Market Fit and Commercial Success (07:27) - Overcoming Technical and Commercial Hurdles (19:44) - The Importance of Team Evolution (24:51) - Funding Challenges and Strategies (34:25) - Evaluating Market Potential and Competitors (39:20) - Spotlight on Oxford PV: A Promising Solar Technology (40:55) - Conclusion and Farewell About the guest:George Robinson is the founding partner of Oxford Investment Consultants, a firm advising on investments in spinout companies from Oxford and other UK universities. Since its founding in 2015, the firm has invested over £70 million in 35 companies, targeting early-stage ventures in technology and biotech. An active investor with a keen focus on Oxford’s innovation landscape, Robinson was an early backer and former board member of companies like Adaptive Immune Therapeutics and Immunocore. He is also a founding partner of Technicos, a private equity firm investing in spinouts from Oxford's Institute of Biomedical Engineering. With a distinguished career that began in listed equities, Robinson co-founded Sloan Robinson in 1993, focusing on global investments with a speciality in Asia and emerging markets. An Honorary Fellow of Keble College, Oxford, he holds a B.A. in Engineering Science and has served on Oxford University’s Endowment Investment Committee. Connect with George on LinkedIn About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    42 min

  6. 11/04/2024

    Charting Fresh Career Paths with Sue Douglas, Co-Founder of Veer

    In this episode, Susannah de Jager is joined by Sue Douglas, Co-Founder of Veer, a pioneering journalist and media consultant turned tech entrepreneur. Through their conversation, Sue brings a fresh perspective to the Oxford innovation landscape, drawing from her experience in journalism and her new venture, Veer—a machine learning start-up which focuses on transforming the recruitment process by shifting the emphasis from traditional experience to an individual's skills, ambitions, and potential. Sue shares the inspiration behind Veer, her journey back into academia, and the role AI can play in uncovering career paths that align more authentically with an individual’s interests and capabilities. She reflects on her unconventional career path, her experience navigating Oxford’s start-up ecosystem, and her vision for a more inclusive, skill-based approach to work. (00:00) - Oxford+ S2 E5 Charting Fresh Career Paths with Sue Douglas, Co-Founder of Veer (02:33) - The Birth of Veer: From Idea to Reality (05:02) - Navigating Recruitment with AI (09:05) - The Importance of Valued Work (17:05) - Challenges and Opportunities in Oxford (26:57) - Future of Veer and Final Thoughts About the guest:Sue Douglas is a seasoned journalist, media consultant, and tech entrepreneur with a diverse and accomplished career. She began her career in management consultancy and transitioned into medical journalism before taking on editorial roles at prominent publications like the Daily Mail, The Sunday Times, The Sunday Express, and Condé Nast. Following a severe horse-riding accident, Sue continued her consultancy work and, in 2022, co-founded Veer, a machine learning start-up with Professor Sir Nigel Shadbolt. Veer focuses on reshaping recruitment by prioritising skills over experience, helping individuals uncover career paths aligned with their unique talents and ambitions. Connect with Sue on LinkedIn About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    33 min

  7. 10/21/2024

    From Oxford MBA to Startup CEO with Lily Elsner, Co-Founder of Jack Fertility

    In this episode, Susannah de Jager welcomes Lily Elsner, CEO and Co-Founder of Jack Fertility. The conversation explores Lily’s journey from the US, to becoming a startup founder in Oxford. Lily shares her experiences across various roles in Oxford, highlighting how the support ecosystem within Oxford helped to shape her entrepreneurial path. The conversation also focuses on Jack Fertility, how the service aims to address male infertility, the hurdles faced by female founders, the potential for more integrated ecosystems in Oxford and the importance of gender inclusivity in business leadership (00:00) - Introduction to Male Infertility (00:26) - Meet Lily Elsner: CEO and Co-Founder of Jack Fertility (01:51) - Lily's Journey to Oxford and Career Path (03:20) - The Oxford Ecosystem and Its Opportunities (04:25) - Challenges and Opportunities in Oxford (08:56) - Founding Jack Fertility: The Inspiration and Journey (15:17) - Breaking Taboos and Technological Innovations (18:44) - Barriers to Male Fertility Treatment (21:16) - Innovative Postal Fertility Testing (23:53) - Direct-to-Consumer vs. B2B Models (25:07) - Challenges in the UK Investment Landscape (28:03) - Current Fundraising Efforts (31:52) - Gender Bias in Venture Capital (37:44) - Strategies to Mitigate Gender Bias (41:52) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts About the guest:Lily Elsner is the CEO and Co-Founder of Jack Fertility, the first postal sperm testing service. With a background in Biological Sciences and Philosophy from Wellesley College, Lily’s career began in global M&A before moving to the UK for an MBA at the University of Oxford. She has held strategic roles in the biotech industry, rediscovering her passion for science and innovation. Co-founding Jack Fertility, Lily is committed to providing accessible and stigma-free fertility solutions and advocating for more gender inclusivity in the tech and health sectors.Connect with Lily on Linkedin About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    43 min

  8. 10/07/2024

    Navigating Market Dynamics with Marcus Stuttard, Head of AIM and UK Primary Markets at The London Stock Exchange

    In this episode of Oxford+, host Susannah de Jager speaks with Marcus Stuttard, Head of AIM and UK Primary Markets at the London Stock Exchange. The conversation centres around the evolving regulatory landscape for small and medium-sized businesses seeking public listings, focusing on AIM, the London Stock Exchange’s market for growth companies. Stuttard also shares insights on liquidity in UK markets, the significance of the Mansion House Compact, and the potential of regulatory changes, such as MIFID II adjustments, to improve market access and investment opportunities for smaller companies. (1:16) Understanding AIM and Market Reforms(5:04) The UK Funding Continuum and Pisces(16:15) Liquidity and Market Comparisons(24:23) The Role of Pension Funds in UK Markets(34:33) MIFID II and Equity Research Landscape About the guest:Marcus Stuttard is the head of AIM, the London Stock Exchange's market for small and medium-sized businesses. Marcus has a particular focus on boosting access to finance for ambitious growth companies and sits on a number of industry and policy advisory bodies, including the Scale Up Institute's Access to Finance and Growth Capital Committee and the Institute of Directors, Centre for Corporate Governance Advisory Board. He has played a leading role in key capital market developments, including the most recent revision of the listing rules. Connect with Marcus on LinkedIn About the host:Susannah de Jager is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in UK asset management. She has worked closely with industry experts, entrepreneurs, and government officials to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Connect with Susannah on LinkedIn Visit our website to learn more and subscribe to our newsletter - oxfordplus.co.ukIf you have a question for Susannah, please get in touch - oxfordplus.co.uk/contact Oxford+ is hosted by Susannah de Jager, supported by Mishcon de Reya and produced and edited by Story Ninety-Four in Oxford.

    40 min
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Welcome to Oxford+, the podcast series that explores the myths and truths of the Oxford investing landscape hosted by Susannah de Jager. Since moving to Oxford, Susannah has collaborated with experts, entrepreneurs, and government to shape the conversation around domestic scale-up capital. Oxford+ aims to inform, inspire, and connect. We'll talk to Founders, investors, academics, politicians, and facilitators and explore how Oxford is open for business.

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  • Creator
    Susannah de Jager
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    22
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    © Susannah de Jager
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    Oxford+

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