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Nick was the Managing Editor for growthbusiness.co.uk when it was owned by Vitesse Media, before moving on to become Head of Investment Group and Editor at What Investment and thence to Head of Intermediary Communications at The Association of Investment Companies (AIC).

News

Pure malt speakers

This numbers among the more unlikely uses for old whisky barrels.

Growth Planning

Ten ways to retain customers

Here are ten ways to hang on to existing customers in the downturn without having to slash your prices.

News

Employment tax rules stifle growth

Britain's economic recovery is being hindered by complex employment tax rules, according to research by accountancy firm BDO.

News

Sportpost secures funds despite personal tragedy

Sports website Sportpost has raised £400,000 from investors including chef Raymond Blanc after one of its directors suffered a serious accident.

News

Sovereign-backed Kinetics in sixth deal

Gas installation and maintenance group Kinetics, owned by private equity firm Sovereign Capital, has made its sixth acquisition.

News

Tideway investors achieve exit

News

Adecco buys Spring Group

The UK division of Zurich-based recruitment firm Adecco Group has acquired rival Spring Group for an undisclosed sum. 

Venture Capital Funding

The secret of search funds 

There can't be many asset classes that boast an average IRR of 52 per cent. Search funds, in which an inexperienced entrepreneur is backed by angel investors to search for and acquire a business, have this enviable distinction.

Opinion

Country Spotlight: China

With strong headline figures, China remains an exciting possibility for daring foreign companies. James Harris reports

News

When experience matters

A new investment scheme could provide vital managerial expertise and capital to fledgling businesses. James Harris reports

News

Boomerang buys Indus

Boomerang Plus, a Cardiff-based television production group, has acquired local rival Indus Films for £1.1 million in cash.

Legislation and Regulation

The return of pension reform

The 2012 pension reforms may be costly and unpopular, but they look like they're here to stay. James Harris reports