Ignite & Scale - The Cambria Private Capital Podcast with Mike Allen

This week episode of Ignite & Scale Mike Allen talks to Neil Shah

Neil Shah is a senior leader at the London Stock Exchange, where he works closely with ambitious tech and tech-enabled businesses from early scale through to global leaders. He focuses on how companies access capital, scale effectively and navigate strategic options, giving him a front-line view of what separates high-performing founders from the rest across the UK tech sector.

Mike and Neil discuss what separates the best founders from the rest, drawing on Neil’s experience working with scaling tech businesses across the UK. They cover how top entrepreneurs think about capital, move from hustle to systems, and evolve as leaders as their companies grow. The conversation also explores common mistakes, how founders are navigating uncertainty, and what it takes to build and scale in today’s UK tech environment.

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Creators and Guests

Host
Mike Allen
Managing Director at Cambria Private Capital
Guest
Neil Shah
Head of Tech & Tech-Enabled Sector, Primary Markets, London Stock Exchange & Freeman, City of London

What is Ignite & Scale - The Cambria Private Capital Podcast with Mike Allen?

Our aim is to provide you, our listeners – whether you’re a budding founder, a keen investor, or simply an enthusiast of business innovation – with unique insights and perspectives that can only come from those who have truly walked the path of success. At Cambria Private Capital, we believe in more than just investment; we believe in nurturing potential, sparking growth, and building lasting relationships. Each episode is a step towards uncovering the strategies, challenges, and triumphs that define today’s business landscape. So, whether you're here to find your next investment opportunity or to gather inspiration for your entrepreneurial journey, you’re in the right place.