Members Portraits

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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Interview

06/10/2025

"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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Interview

05/07/2025

"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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Interview

03/13/2025

"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...

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Interview

02/10/2025

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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12/17/2024

Snapshot of UK Business Conditions: December 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, UK businesses are navigating a landscape marked by cautious optimism and persistent challenges. A recent dialogue hosted by...

Interview

11/29/2024

"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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Interview

10/08/2024

"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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Interview

09/06/2024

"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...

Interview

07/23/2024

"Sustainability and circularity should be important to everyone today" - in conversation with Emma Dennard, VP Northern Europe, OVHcloud

OVHcloud won the Circularity Champion Award at the 2023 Franco-British Business Awards. We interviewed Emma Dennard, VP of Northern Europe who...

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Interview

06/20/2024

"The feedback we have received since winning the SME of the Year Award has been overwhelmingly positive" - in conversation with Pierre-Emmanuel Casanova, co-founder of HSL Technologies

HSL Technologies won the SME of the Year Award at the 2023 Franco-British Business Awards. We had the pleasure of interviewing its co-founder,...

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Portraits

05/13/2024

"The UK offers a wealth of experiences to embrace and sights to explore" - in conversation with Maxime Margain, Area Manager UK & Ireland, St-Michel Biscuits

For this new Member Portrait, we interviewed Maxime Margain, Area Manager UK & Ireland, at St-Michel Biscuits. With extensive experience in the...

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Actualités

03/07/2024

"To overcome the challenges, you have to talk about them, relentlessly" - in conversation with Aneta Jajkowska, Senior Director, People and Organisational Partner, EuroNorth at Dassault Systèmes

For International Women's Day, we had the pleasure of sitting down with longtime member Aneta Jajkowska, Senior Director, People and Organisational...