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By: Carolyn Dawson

Carolyn Dawson is CEO of Founders Forum Group, a global community and group of businesses supporting founders at every stage of their journeys. Carolyn's remit includes Founders Forum's events portfolio, Tech Nation, and the group's broader business network. Previously, Carolyn was President at Informa Tech, a FTSE 100 UK, where she presided over the joint venture between Founders Forum and Informa Tech. She is a member of the UK Government's Digital Economy Council and has led London Tech Week for the past nine years.

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  • Quantum could be Britain’s next tech breakthrough

    Opinion

    Britain's next tech titan could be a quantum company. That’s not a sentence I'd have said five years ago, writes Carolyn Dawson.

    Advanced quantum computer with intricate circuits and glowing interface, illustrating cutting-edge technology innovations
  • Gen Z don’t want meaningless work – but that might be a good thing

    Opinion

    Gen Z will not accept meaningless work, nor should they. The burgeoning industry of green jobs could be the answer.

    Young UK graduates from Gen Z celebrating in caps and gowns, representing the future workforce and educational achievements.
  • Time to bring back the Great British exit

    Opinion

    Britain has no lack of ideas, founders or ambition but too often our successful start-ups lean on American giants when they exit. This isn’t inevitable, says Carolyn Dawson More than 100 companies are incorporated every hour in this country. British start-ups have raised more than $7bn in investment so far this year alone. Despite the [...]

    Will London hold it's start-up crown?

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