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Meet the Team: James Bebbington

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There’s something so unique about working with startups and small businesses. It requires creativity, flexibility and a passion to work closely with a tight-knit group of people all striving for the same goal. So it’s no wonder that James Bebbington has built a career supporting growing companies brimming with innovation and possibility. As the newest … Continued

Becoming a force for good: Zed’s story

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It’s safe to say that Zarir (Zed) Vakil has well and truly embraced the portfolio career lifestyle. As a Fractional and interim CEO and Commercial Director, business growth consultant, non-executive director (NED), mentor and peer-to-peer forum leader (amongst other things!) Zed’s passion is spurred on by a desire to inspire business leaders and investors as … Continued

The power of curiosity and embracing experimentation: Natasha’s story

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Natasha Rostovtseva’s career path has always been unconventional – she was a doctor and a journalist, she worked in technology and healthcare, and even had a decade-long stint at Google. Now she’s embracing a different sort of challenge as a board member and strategic advisor within the health tech space helping startups commercialise and scale … Continued

Meet the Team: Charlotte Owen

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When Charlotte Owen stumbled across The Portfolio Collective, she was on the hunt for a role that allowed her to work flexibly and juggle her most important job as a new mum. All it took was a nudge from her long-time friend and community member Nicola Twiston Davies and a deep dive into all our … Continued

How knowing my WHY completely transformed my career, twice

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When I first started my portfolio career, I was armed with an arsenal of graphic design and branding knowledge, a desire to champion the weirdos of the world and an unparalleled strangeness that spoke to a new generation of entrepreneurs.Now, five years in, I’ve built (and exited) a business I can be proud of and … Continued

The curious spirit of startup sensations: Bulent’s story

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Bulent Osman has always been driven by a passion for learning and a curiosity to explore the unexplored. That inspired a diverse range of twists and turns in his career as he squiggled from accountant to consultant to salesperson and team leader within several large tech companies. After he built and successfully exited his own … Continued

Meet the Team: Krzysztof Janiszewski

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Kryzysztof Janiszewski has never shied away from a learning opportunity – in fact, it’s been a cornerstone of his career. And that passion for developing skills and facing new challenges is what led him to his role as Technical Team Lead at The Portfolio Collective. As a vital member of our team, Krzysztof works busily … Continued

How to create a stronger TPC profile

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Being part of the The Portfolio Collective community is about more than just expanding your network and strengthening your skillset – it’s about defining who you are (and who you want to be) as a portfolio professional. And it’s about building a thriving, satisfying  career and life. It is difficult. That’s why we work tirelessly … Continued

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