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Here you can find our latest research, commentary and industry insights into a range of topics affecting the specialist sectors and functions we recruit for. For more content, head over to our sister company Fram Search.
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Strengthening Revenue Leadership in Scaling Firms

Scaling firms reach stages where early commercial momentum must evolve into a more predictable, disciplined revenue engine. Strengthening capability in…

Growth & VC

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Preparing Teams for Investor Due Diligence

Investor due diligence has become more rigorous across all stages of fundraising. It is a leadership and organisational readiness process…

Growth & VC

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Strengthening Operational Leadership for Series B and C Companies

Series B and C companies operate in an environment where expectations rise quickly. Strengthening operational leadership becomes a central part…

Growth & VC

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Assessing CEO Capability in the Lead Up to a Funding Round

Assessing CEO Capability in the Lead Up to a Funding Round Simon Roderick  / December 16, 2025 / Growth & VC, Research, Insight &…

Growth & VC

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Building Boards That Inspire Confidence in Periodic Liquidity Events

Building boards that inspire confidence is ultimately about creating the right environment for transparency and disciplined decision making. Companies that…

Growth & VC

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Why CFO Upgrades Are Becoming More Common in Venture Backed Scale Ups

CFO upgrades are becoming more common because scale ups now operate in markets that reward maturity and resilience. Strengthening financial…

Growth & VC

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Preparing Management Teams for Intermittent Trading Windows

Intermittent trading offers companies a structured way to provide liquidity while avoiding the ongoing obligations of a full public listing.…

Growth & VC

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Preparing Leadership Teams for a Capital Raise

Fram’s work with venture backed and high growth firms highlights the value of measured leadership planning.…

Growth & VC

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Strengthening C suite Capability Across Venture Backed Portfolios

Strengthening C suite capability across venture backed portfolios is not simply about filling roles. It is about creating the conditions…

Growth & VC

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Founders Fatigue and Business Owner Burnout – How to Regain Control

Burnout is not just bad for health, it’s bad for business. For those feeling the weight of founders fatigue, now…

Growth & VC

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My Firm Has Hit a Growth Ceiling – How to Break Through and Scale Faster

Breaking through a growth ceiling requires strategy, leadership, and the right expertise. Here’s how to push past the plateau and…

Growth & VC

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Signs It’s Time to Hire a COO – When Founders Need to Scale Leadership

If you’re unsure whether now is the right time to bring in a COO, here are the key signs that…

Growth & VC