Leadership series: Ian Edward

Описание: The CORE Leadership Series uncovers the minds behind industry leadership through compelling interviews.

A great conversations about the industry generally, the role of private equity with AlixPartners, a serial entrepreneur, Chair and investor in the hospitality and leisure sectors.

Advice for entrepreneurs and business leaders: he talks about some of the successful businesses he has been involved in and why he feels they have done well, the deals he has done and a few that got away.

In a remarkably open discussion Ian talks about industry trends, the UK government and growth areas for the next few years.

AlixPartners: global management consulting and financial advisory firm (founded 1981, NYC) helping companies turn around, restructure, and improve performance. They focus on crisis situations, operational improvements, financial advisory, and digital transformation, working across industries like automotive, retail, energy, and private equity. They are known for hands-on, high-pressure problem solving.

Incipio: London‑based hospitality and venue operator that specialises in creating dynamic, design‑led food, drink and social spaces across the capital. It was founded in 2015 and includes concepts such as Pergola on the Wharf, Lost in Brixton, The 411, Dear Grace...

They are leading a major expansion at the new Olympia development in London, where it will open several new bars and restaurants.