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Mark Bartlett joined Strix in 2006 as its CEO; leading the company to a successful IPO in 2017, and shaping it into a powerhouse whose products are used more than 1.2 billion times a day in 100+ countries. In this episode of All Points West, Mark shares his journey with Strix, the surprising intricacies of the kettle market, and how this Isle of Man-based company has become an essential part of daily life. Tune in to discover how this unsung hero of a company has managed to make so many remarkable contributions to global safety and convenience. 

Today we sit down with Jennifer Sundberg, co-founder and co-chief executive of Board Intelligence, a pioneering consultancy and technology firm revolutionising boardrooms worldwide. With over a decade of experience, Jennifer and her team have empowered over 3,000 organisations and 40,000 directors, spanning Fortune 500 giants to grassroots charities, to elevate their decision-making prowess.
Discover the secrets behind their success as Jennifer discusses the pivotal role of consultants in transforming board dynamics, the essence of collective intelligence, and the insights from her recent co-authored book, "Collective Intelligence: How to Build a Business That's Smarter Than You."

Despite high energy storage levels in the UK, global events have led to less competitive rates - highlighting how distant geopolitical issues can affect UK energy costs.
 
David Mirzai, SP Angel's Director of Equity Research and Energy Sector Specialist, discusses the influence of global politics on UK energy policy and pricing. Drawing from over 15 years of investment banking experience and expertise in petroleum geology, Mr. Mirzai provides valuable insights into recent crises.
Nothing in this podcast is intended as investment advice and the people in this podcast may hold positions in the stocks they talk about. Do not buy anything based solely on a tip or recommendation. Please do your own research. 

Can we trust Artificial Intelligence?
Recently, siMa.ai, a leading edge computing chip firm, secured $70 million in funding, with significant backing from Dell, underscoring the growing investment in AI and edge computing technologies. While AI chatbots continue to evolve at an accelerated pace, advancements in algorithms are driving faster performance, shaping how we interact with technology. At OcaiPipe, Eric Topham and his team are committed to delivering trustworthy AI solutions for the Internet of Things (IoT).
Eric Topham is a 'sporty geek' who is operating at the cutting edge of the high tech world of AI and edge computing. The founder and chief executive of OctaiPipe, the start up British tech firm, has developed a platform that aims to protect critical infrastructure, such as power plants, by putting AI right at the heart of connected devices. He is super smart, with a PhD from Oxford University, but has a laid back 'work to live' ethos, inherited from his parents.
Episode 16 of the All Points West Podcast hears why the adventurous divemaster has, so far, eschewed the well trodden 'tech bro' path to Silicon Valley and why he believes AI presents more potential opportunities than risks. 
Nothing in this podcast is intended as investment advice and the people in this podcast may hold positions in the stocks they talk about. Do not buy anything based solely on a tip or recommendation. Please do your own research. 

Jacqueline Daniell enjoyed a nomadic childhood. By the time the Crimson Tide chief executive was 11 she had lived in seven different counties of England, due to her builder father's entrepreneurial knack of doing up and building homes and selling them for a profit. 
Episode 15 of the All Points West Podcast explores how her father's love of building and new technology (he had a Pulsar digital watch in the 70s) has influenced her own career path through architecture, regeneration and town planning to become the boss of an Aim-listed AI software company.
Nothing in this podcast is intended as investment advice and the people in this podcast may hold positions in the stocks they talk about. Do not buy anything based solely on a tip or recommendation. Please do your own research. 

Judith MacKenzie has a 'death wish'... she is an eventer. It means that most weekends she can be found in her Land Rover, towing a horsebox around the country to compete at equestrian events. It's not a surprise to discover that the head of Downing Fund Managers is a gritty competitor who enjoys a challenge. Judith credits her 'Scottish Presbyterian work ethic', handed down from her small business owning parents, for her attitude to hard work and desire to dig into the details of the Aim-listed firms she invests in.
Episode 14 of the All Points West Podcast takes us on a journey from the Northern Highlands, where Judith grew up, to spotting the hidden gems listed on Aim... with a little help from the spreadsheets, management meetings and factory visits. 
Nothing in this podcast is intended as investment advice and the people in this podcast may hold positions in the stocks they talk about. Do not buy anything based solely on a tip or recommendation. Please do your own research.