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Space Talks

By Space Executive

A podcast series interviewing some of the recruitment industry's thought leaders around a variety of topics pertaining to the business world. Tackling topics such as diversity and inclusion, recruitment strategies, industry trends, technology advancements, investment strategy, the startup and scaleup ecosystem, physical and mental wellbeing and the post-covid world.
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Space Talks - Importance of Coaching for Executive Leadership with Nicky Young

Space TalksOct 24, 2022

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Space Talks - Importance of Coaching for Executive Leadership with Nicky Young

Space Talks - Importance of Coaching for Executive Leadership with Nicky Young

Space Executive had the opportunity to catch up with Nicky Young, Communications and Change Director. Nicky is a former, long standing member of Vistage; an organisation that supports CEOs and business owners to grow their business through executive coaching and peer advisory groups. She discusses the importance of coaching for executive leadership as well as her personal experience in this regard, tips she has taken to manage teams and create strong collaborative working environments.

Oct 24, 202209:14
Space Talks - ESG in Investment Management with Nutshell Asset Management [Part 1]

Space Talks - ESG in Investment Management with Nutshell Asset Management [Part 1]

Space Executive recently caught up with Alistair Mackenzie, Director of Business Development at Nutshell Asset Management, to discuss ESG in Investment Management

Nutshell Asset Management is a London-based fund manager, established in 2019. Nutshell’s flagship single strategy, the Nutshell Growth Fund, invests globally in high-quality companies. The Growth Fund has consistently outperformed peers and indices. Their portfolio has been highly rated for its ESG characteristics by the independent data provider MorningStar who have awarded the Fund ‘Five Globes’, putting it in the Top 2% of funds in its sector for its ESG credentials.

This three-part podcast looks at the growth of ESG in investment management, the emerging regulation around ESG and investment in ESG post-covid.

In this episode [Part 1], we get an overview of Nutshell Asset Management's ESG credentials, incorporating ESG into Investment Management and the Sustainable Finance Directive.

Feb 08, 202211:52
Space Talks - ESG in Investment Management with Nutshell Asset Management [Part 2]

Space Talks - ESG in Investment Management with Nutshell Asset Management [Part 2]

Space Executive recently caught up with Alistair Mackenzie, Director of Business Development at Nutshell Asset Management, to discuss ESG in Investment Management.

Nutshell Asset Management is a London-based fund manager, established in 2019. Nutshell’s flagship single strategy, the Nutshell Growth Fund, invests globally in high-quality companies. The Growth Fund has consistently outperformed peers and indices. Their portfolio has been highly rated for its ESG characteristics by the independent data provider MorningStar who have awarded the Fund ‘Five Globes’, putting it in the Top 2% of funds in its sector for its ESG credentials.

This three-part podcast looks at the growth of ESG in investment management, the emerging regulation around ESG and investment in ESG post-covid.

In this episode [Part 2], Josh and Alistair discuss defining positive impact, emerging ESG regulation and standardising ESG reporting.

Feb 07, 202210:50
Space Talks - ESG in Investment Management with Nutshell Asset Management [Part 3]

Space Talks - ESG in Investment Management with Nutshell Asset Management [Part 3]

Space Executive recently caught up with Alistair Mackenzie, Director of Business Development at Nutshell Asset Management, to discuss ESG in Investment Management.

Nutshell Asset Management is a London-based fund manager, established in 2019. Nutshell’s flagship single strategy, the Nutshell Growth Fund, invests globally in high-quality companies. The Growth Fund has consistently outperformed peers and indices. Their portfolio has been highly rated for its ESG characteristics by the independent data provider MorningStar who have awarded the Fund ‘Five Globes’, putting it in the Top 2% of funds in its sector for its ESG credentials.

This three-part podcast looks at the growth of ESG in investment management, the emerging regulation around ESG and investment in ESG post-covid.

In this episode [Part 3], Josh and Alistair discuss the outperformance of ESG Funds, increased demand for ESG, turn the spotlight on the companies focusing on ESG and the shift of focus towards brand and reputation in investment.

Feb 06, 202213:46
Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 1]

Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 1]

Space Executive Group CEO and Managing Partner Marek Danyluk recently caught up with Scott Krivokopich and Herston Elton Powers, Co-Founders and Managing Partners of 1982 Ventures to discuss Southeast Asia Fintech.

1982 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage fintech startups in Southeast Asia. 1982 Ventures has sourced, led, and executed investments in the most exclusive rounds in early-stage VC.

This four-part podcast covers a background to 1982 Ventures and the Fintech market in Southeast Asia, 1982 Ventures investment strategy, current hiring trends in Southeast Asia and an overview of 1982 Ventures portfolio companies.

In this episode [Part 1], we get an overview of the background to 1982 Ventures and the Fintech market in Southeast Asia. What is attractive about the Fintech landscape in Southeast Asia?

  1. How does seed investment activity in Southeast Asia compare to what is seen in the rest of the world?


Click here to read about Space Executive's strategic partnership with 1982 Ventures as the lead recruitment partner on the fund and an active investor - https://www.space-exec.com/blog/2021/09/1982-ventures-and-space-executive-partnership

Oct 26, 202109:59
Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 2]

Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 2]

Space Executive Group CEO and Managing Partner Marek Danyluk recently caught up with Scott Krivokopich and Herston Elton Powers, Co-Founders and Managing Partners of 1982 Ventures to discuss Southeast Asia Fintech.

1982 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage fintech startups in Southeast Asia. 1982 Ventures has sourced, led, and executed investments in the most exclusive rounds in early-stage VC.

This four-part podcast covers a background to 1982 Ventures and the Fintech market in Southeast Asia, 1982 Ventures investment strategy, current hiring trends in Southeast Asia and an overview of 1982 Ventures portfolio companies.

In this episode [Part 2], we discuss 1982's Ventures investment strategy and what they look for when considering companies to add to their portfolio.

  1. How to identify a good startup idea
  2. What do 1982 Ventures look for in a potential investment? 
  3. How know which horse to back?
  4. When is the right time to exit?


Click here to read about Space Executive's strategic partnership with 1982 Ventures as the lead recruitment partner on the fund and an active investor - https://www.space-exec.com/blog/2021/09/1982-ventures-and-space-executive-partnership

Oct 26, 202108:16
Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 3]

Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 3]

Space Executive Group CEO and Managing Partner Marek Danyluk recently caught up with Scott Krivokopich and Herston Elton Powers, Co-Founders and Managing Partners of 1982 Ventures to discuss Southeast Asia Fintech.

1982 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage fintech startups in Southeast Asia. 1982 Ventures has sourced, led, and executed investments in the most exclusive rounds in early-stage VC.

This four-part podcast covers a background to 1982 Ventures and the Fintech market in Southeast Asia, 1982 Ventures investment strategy, current hiring trends in Southeast Asia and an overview of 1982 Ventures portfolio companies.

In this episode [Part 3], we discuss the current hiring trends in Southeast Asia and the common challenges faced by startups when building their teams. 

  1. What are some of the hiring trends observed in Southeast Asia post-covid?
  2. What are the common challenges faced by startups in Southeast Asia looking to grow their teams?
  3. What is the view on ESOP for technology companies and the current trends around it?
  4. What is the outlook for remote hiring trends in Southeast Asia?
  5. How can startups attract high performers?
  6. What do startups look for in individuals when hiring?

Click here to read about Space Executive's strategic partnership with 1982 Ventures as the lead recruitment partner on the fund and an active investor - https://www.space-exec.com/blog/2021/09/1982-ventures-and-space-executive-partnership

Oct 26, 202116:47
Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 4]

Space Talks - Southeast Asia Fintech with 1982 Ventures [Part 4]

Space Executive Group CEO and Managing Partner Marek Danyluk recently caught up with Scott Krivokopich and Herston Elton Powers, Co-Founders and Managing Partners of 1982 Ventures to discuss Southeast Asia Fintech.

1982 Ventures is a Singapore-based venture capital firm focused on investing in early-stage fintech startups in Southeast Asia. 1982 Ventures has sourced, led, and executed investments in the most exclusive rounds in early-stage VC.

This four-part podcast covers a background to 1982 Ventures and the Fintech market in Southeast Asia, 1982 Ventures investment strategy, current hiring trends in Southeast Asia and an overview of 1982 Ventures portfolio companies.

In this episode [Part 4], 1982 introduce some of the current startups they have within their portfolio, including -

Wagely - Indonesia’s first Earned Wage Access platform

Brick - Southeast Asian Open Banking API Platform

Bluesheets - Singapore’s automated financial data platform

Fundiin - Vietnam’s leading Buy Now, Pay Later


Click here to read about Space Executive's strategic partnership with 1982 Ventures as the lead recruitment partner on the fund and an active investor - https://www.space-exec.com/blog/2021/09/1982-ventures-and-space-executive-partnership

Oct 25, 202107:55
Space Talks - Mental Health at Work with Will Allen-Mersh

Space Talks - Mental Health at Work with Will Allen-Mersh

We recently caught up with Will Allen-Mersh, Head of Brand & Marketing at Spill, to discuss his observations on the impact of the return to work after lockdown on employees and practical advice for anyone struggling with the transition.

This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’. In this podcast, we explore how this translates to the business world. What are the challenges fresh graduates face on their return to the workplace compared to those of a CEO, business owner or someone with decades of work experience?

Spill provides all-in-one mental health support through Slack to reduce burnout, boost morale, and improve employees' psychological engagement.

Oct 14, 202114:27
Space Talks - Mental Health in an Unequal World with Katie Maycock

Space Talks - Mental Health in an Unequal World with Katie Maycock

To mark World Mental Health Day, we recently caught up with Katie Maycock to discuss her observations on how the transition back to work after lockdown is affecting different people.

This year’s theme for World Mental Health Day is ‘Mental Health in an Unequal World’. In this podcast, we explore how this translates to the business world. What are the challenges fresh graduates face on their return to the workplace compared to those of a CEO, business owner or someone with decades of work experience?

Katie Maycock is the Founder of Get Your Sh*t Together, helping businesses develop processes that sustainably breed success, and Co-founder of OMNIA, helping businesses mould their culture to have a sustainable approach to growth and performance.

Oct 07, 202115:25
Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 1]

Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 1]

A few weeks ago, Luke Skinner, Space Executive's Director, Europe Strategy, Projects & Change Transformation had the opportunity to interview Oluchi Ikechi - a Managing Director at Accenture and a leading Diversity and Inclusion advocate, who has been front and centre in bringing attention to numerous Diversity & Inclusion initiatives across the Financial Services/Fintech community.

Some of the burning questions that were highlighted throughout their conversation included;

How can we do more?

How can we make Diversity & Inclusion more than simply a topic on the agenda of a discussion but rather a series of defined actions to ensure people feel truly included in an organisation?

Listen now to the first instalment of this four-part podcast series of this incredibly insightful interview, brought to you by Space Executive.

Feb 11, 202117:60
Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 2]

Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 2]

A few weeks ago, Luke Skinner, Space Executive's Director, Europe Strategy, Projects & Change Transformation had the opportunity to interview Oluchi Ikechi - a Managing Director at Accenture and a leading Diversity and Inclusion advocate, who has been front and centre in bringing attention to numerous Diversity & Inclusion initiatives across the Financial Services/Fintech community.

Some of the burning questions that were highlighted throughout their conversation included; How can we do more? How can we make Diversity & Inclusion more than simply a topic on the agenda of a discussion but rather a series of defined actions to ensure people feel truly included in an organisation?

Listen now to the second instalment of this four-part podcast series of this incredibly insightful interview, brought to you by Space Executive.

Feb 11, 202119:40
Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 3]

Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 3]

A few weeks ago, Luke Skinner, Space Executive's Director, Europe Strategy, Projects & Change Transformation had the opportunity to interview Oluchi Ikechi - a Managing Director at Accenture and a leading Diversity and Inclusion advocate, who has been front and centre in bringing attention to numerous Diversity & Inclusion initiatives across the Financial Services/Fintech community.

Some of the burning questions that were highlighted throughout their conversation included; How can we do more? How can we make Diversity & Inclusion more than simply a topic on the agenda of a discussion but rather a series of defined actions to ensure people feel truly included in an organisation?

Listen now to the third instalment of this four-part podcast series of this incredibly insightful interview, brought to you by Space Executive.

Feb 11, 202116:28
Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 4]

Space Talks - Diversity and Inclusion with Oluchi Ikechi [Part 4]

A few weeks ago, Luke Skinner, Space Executive's Director, Europe Strategy, Projects & Change Transformation had the opportunity to interview Oluchi Ikechi - a Managing Director at Accenture and a leading Diversity and Inclusion advocate, who has been front and centre in bringing attention to numerous Diversity & Inclusion initiatives across the Financial Services/Fintech community.

Some of the burning questions that were highlighted throughout their conversation included; How can we do more? How can we make Diversity & Inclusion more than simply a topic on the agenda of a discussion but rather a series of defined actions to ensure people feel truly included in an organisation?

Listen now to the last instalment of this four-part podcast series of this incredibly insightful interview, brought to you by Space Executive.

Feb 11, 202118:49