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Inclusive Leadership

Nelson Mandela's leadership stands as a beacon of inclusivity, resilience and visionary foresight.

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The Importance of Allies

FilmDuo's strap-line: "To dare greatly, you need allies" is inspired by Theodore Roosevelt's "The Man in the Arena" speech, which he made in 1910.

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Helping Founders to convince Investors.

Raising investment is not just about numbers - it’s about telling a story so compelling that investors feel they have no choice but to back you.

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Film Punches Above Its Weight

Most investor pitches follow the same tired formula: a dense deck, a sea of numbers, and a founder talking at a room full of skeptical faces.

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Disrupt, Adapt, Grow

For over a decade, we’ve worked closely with the founders of a leading manufacturing company, helping them turn an ambitious idea into a fully funded, scaling operation.

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How AI is Changing Series A Pitch Preparation

Raising Series A funding is tougher than ever. Investors are more selective, competition is fierce, and founders must prove not just market potential, but inevitability.

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The Rise of Female Entrepreneurs Seeking Investment

Securing funding as a female entrepreneur has long felt like trying to break into a secure vault — while men are handed the keypad numbers. The investment world clings to male-centric practices, but the tide is turning.

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If Investors Can’t See It, They Won’t Fund It

Your startup isn’t about what exists today - it’s about the future you’re creating. But if investors can’t see that future as clearly as you do, they won’t write the cheque.

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Spot the Tell, Win the Deal

Raising capital isn’t just about numbers — it’s about reading the room, controlling the frame and knowing when to strike.

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The Miracle of Medinah – The Power of Belief

The 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah was supposed to be a runaway win for the USA. Europe trailed 10-4 on Saturday afternoon, needing an unthinkable comeback to retain the Cup. Then came Ian Poulter.

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