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Paul Ford is the Founder and CEO of Acin, a company that revolutionises the way financial institutions manage non-financial risk and controls. With some of the largest scandals of recent times due to human error and ‘fat fingers’, his award winning SaaS platform enables companies to fully digitise non-financial risks and manage them like a data science. Paul’s insight into this arena is both fascinating and eye-opening, especially as we continue remote and flexible working. For more information about Acin go to https://acin.com/ or for more information about Waverton go to https://www.waverton.co.uk/ Connect on LinkedInDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/Paul Ford -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-ford-56b509/This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285.  Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording.  This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services.  We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy Seaman is the Manager of the Stratton Street Renminbi Bond Fund. In this episode we discuss why he started the fund in 2007, where he finds his best ideas and ultimately, what he’s trying to achieve. We also examine how investment opportunities have changed since the fund launched and what the rising influence of China means for the currency and broader Asian investment landscape. For more information about Stratton Street go to https://www.strattonstreet.com or for more information about Waverton go to https://www.waverton.co.uk/ Connect on LinkedInDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Andy Seaman -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-seaman-9177822/This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charles Robinson is the 20 year old founder of GelCard, a company that he started in 2020 when his studies were halted due to Covid-19. The company manufactures premium hand sanitiser cards with bespoke designs for brands and having already collaborated with big names in the hospitality sector, Charles’ product is going from strength to strength. We discuss how he has launched a business during these challenging times, his approach to running the company and his plans for future growth.  Connect on LinkedInDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Charles Robinson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-a-robinson/For more information about GelCard go to https://gelcard.co.uk/ or for more information about Waverton go to https://www.waverton.co.uk/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jamie Dundas is the founder of Monday Works, a company that specialises in the launch and growth of flexible work spaces. He is also a co-founder of The Refinery, a shared workspace for early stage start-ups and freelancers, which opened in 2013. In this episode we discuss the rising popularity of shared workspaces, the challenges of taking on extremely successful competitors and Jamie’s approach to raising investment. Connect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Jamie Dundas -  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamiedundas/ For more information about Monday Works or The Refinery go to https://mondayworks.co.uk/ or https://www.therefinerylondon.com/en or for more information about Waverton go to https://www.waverton.co.uk/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285.  Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording.  This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services.  We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Lowther is the founder of The Lacquer Company, a lacquer production company based in Saigon that specialises in bespoke, contemporary designs. In this episode we discuss how James discovered lacquer, how he runs a business that transcends continents and the challenges of raising investment. Connect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ James Lowther - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-lowther-aa15488/For more information about The Lacquer Company go to https://thelacquercompany.com or for more information about Waverton go to https://www.waverton.co.uk/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alistair Frost is the founder of Pentire Drinks, a non-alcoholic spirits company based in Cornwall. In this episode we discuss how he founded the business, the trials and tribulations of raising external capital and the opportunity in the non-alcohol segment.  Connect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Alistair Frost - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-frost-69085045/Alistair Frost is the founder of Pentaire Drinks, a non-alcoholic spirits company based in Cornwall. In this episode we discuss how he founded the business, the trials and tribulations of raising external capital and the opportunity in the non-alcohol segment.  For more information about Pentaire Drinks go to pentiredrinks.com/or for more information about Waverton go to Waverton.co.ukThis podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charlie Jardine is the founder and CEO of EO Charging, a company that designs and manufactures charging points for EV cars in the UK. In this episode we discuss how he founded the business in his shed, how he scaled it up and raised his first round of external capital.Connect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Charlie Jardine - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-jardine-0133b245/For more information about EO Charging head to eocharging.com or for more information about Waverton go to Waverton.co.ukThis podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285.  Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording.  This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services.  We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danyal Sattar is the CEO of The Big Issue Invest, the social enterprise investment arm of The Big Issue magazine managing and advising on over £250m.  We discuss the purpose of the group, how it was founded and where the balance between raising capital and allocating capital lies. We also discuss what it means to be an impact investor and the work the group has done in 2020 despite the challenging circumstances. For more information on any of the topics covered in this episode, please go to Support The Big Issue and our Vendors this Christmas or for more information about Waverton go to Waverton.co.ukConnect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Danyal Sattar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danyal-sattar-53343a13/This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285.  Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording.  This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services.  We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rory Penn is Partner and Head of Knight Frank’s Private Office here in London.  His expertise span both the commercial and residential side of property.  He has had front rows seats in what has been a pretty tumultuous year in property.  He has interesting views on the city vs country property trade, ESG in property investment and we discuss what his clients are worried about.For more information on any of the topics covered in this episode, please go to The Wealth Report 2020 - Knight Frank or for more information about Waverton go to Waverton.co.ukConnect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/Rory Penn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-penn-14583623/ This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285.  Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.  The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording.  This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services.  We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stephen Yiu is the founder of Blue Whale Capital and the lead manager of the Blue Whale Growth Fund. Stephen started his career as a fund manager at Hargreaves Lansdowne he then held positions at New Star, Artemis and Nevsky Capital and then in 2016, with the backing of his old employer Peter Hargreaves, launched the Blue Whale Growth Fund which is a long-only and concentrated global equity fund.For more information on any of the topics covered in this episode, please go to bluewhale.co.uk or for more information about Waverton go to Waverton.co.ukConnect on LinkedinDoug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/ Stephen Yiu - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenyiu/?originalSubdomain=ukThis podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.