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Funding Circle’s Abigail Whittaker explains how policy can unlock finance for small businesses, why timing matters in advocacy and why AI will make strong relationships more valuable, not
At the Women’s Budget Group, debates about fiscal rules, welfare reform and public spending land directly on the lives of women, carers and disabled people.
Shifting perceptions, particularly in financial services, is “no easy task” — and often requires sustained engagement across multiple audiences
Having moved into investor relations from a City banking and hedge fund background, his route into policy engagement has been indirect — but increasingly central.
Enterprise Nation’s Polly Dhaliwal explains how public affairs can bridge the gap between policymakers and entrepreneurs, turn small-business experience into practical policy and ensure ambition is matched by
Charlotte reflects on entrepreneurship, leadership and AI, and why understanding the businesses behind policy issues matter.
Leutert's career has included moments close to politics, including time as a speechwriter, but he concluded that he can have more impact behind the scenes.
Andy talks about how career progression isn't just about salary but spending time doing work that you find meaningful
Claire captures the appeal of public affairs: influence without exposure, impact without political office.
Lexington’s Michelle Howard explains how an unconventional career spanning opera, journalism, hydropower and defence led her into public affairs, why political instability rewards creativity and listening, and what
