Members Interviews

In this series of articles, leading entrepreneurs from across our membership will share their insights and best piece of advice on the UK business scene.

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13 August 2025

"2025 is a big year for us. We officially launched Fox & Cubs at the start of the year, and we’re now focused on growing it"

Fanny Di Domenicantonio, Owner of French Nanny London and Founder of Fox & Cubs, discusses her transition from a career in programme management and...

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26 June 2025

"Today, we clearly see the importance and power of technology and we do believe scalable low-level software technologies can solve many electronics hardware problems"

Franck Courbon, CEO of Ethicronics discussed with us his recent win as Small Business of the Year at the Franco-British Business Awards 2024, the...

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10 June 2025

"I truly believe that strong values built around self-discipline will never go out of style."

Ashley Boolell, founder of Ryuken Capital, discussed with us his transition from banking to entrepreneurship, the challenges of setting up a business...

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13 May 2025

Five questions with Quentin Debavelaere Regional GM UK, Benelux, Scandinavia, Middle East at Malt

We interviewed Quentin Debavelaere, Regional General Manager UK, Benelux, Scandinavia and Middle East at Malt, to better understand the company’s...

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7 May 2025

"It’s a recognition of all the behind-the-scenes work we’ve done to bring professionalism, simplicity, and scalability to the DJ world. It also boosts our credibility with our clients, partners, and investors"

At the 2024 Franco-British Business Awards, Djaayz was honoured with the Entente Cordiale Award. We interviewed Raphaël Aflalo, co-founder of Djaayz,...

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25 March 2025

Five questions with Ioana Parsons, General Manager, Ipsen U.K. & Ireland

We interviewed Ioana Parsons, General Manager of Ipsen U.K. & Ireland, to explore her career journey—from strategy consulting to leading a major...

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13 March 2025

"Today, we are close to 1,000 employees, and we are not just growing in numbers, we are evolving to support Eurostar where they need us to be."

Over the past 25 years, Momentum has grown and adapted, embracing digital transformation and evolving alongside Eurostar to enhance the traveller...

Interview

19 February 2025

Five questions with Blerina Essen, Deputy Managing Director, Norac Foods UK

Since joining Norac Foods UK, Blerina Essen has played a pivotal role in overseeing operations, finance, legal, and HR. Recently promoted to Deputy...

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10 February 2025

For us, social impact is the way we do business.”- in conversation with Claire Atkins Morris, sustainability director at Sodexo UK & Ireland.

Sodexo UK & Ireland won the People and Community Award at the 2024 Franco-British Business awards. We interviewed Claire Atkins Morris,...

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29 November 2024

"The evolution of the media and entertainment industries has had a profound impact on the management of sports broadcasting rights, driving significant changes in how rights are acquired, sold, and distributed"

David Labrune, International Media Rights Director at LFP Media and member of the French Chamber, discusses how LFP Media is reshaping the global...

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8 October 2024

"Next year is all about proving the scale with our current team to reach 80% year-on-year growth." - in conversation with Quentin Debavelaere, COO of Malt

Quentin Debavelaere shares his experience of relocating to London and leading Malt's UK operations. From the challenges of settling in a new country...

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6 September 2024

"Curiosity and connections are the two main pillars that help me navigate challenges." - in conversation with Cecile Hemery, founder of Walayance

Cecile Hemery, Career and Leadership Coach and founder of Walayance, discussed the challenges of relocating, helping introverted leaders succeed, and...