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June Angelides MBE was paid well below her peers with the same experience — until she realised the problem wasn't talent, it was information. That insight became MyPholyo: the operating system for portfolio careers, turning scattered roles, clients, board seats and side income into one verified record with a number you can actually stand behind.In this episode of FUTR Included, Richard sits down with June, a serial founder, investor and one of the UK's most influential voices in tech — to talk about building for the "non-linear is the new normal" generation, raising capital, and helping experienced professionals stop leaving money on the table.We get into:– Why 47% of UK adults now earn from more than one source (and ~70% of under-35s)– The "information gap" behind underpricing, and how MyPholyo benchmarks your rate against real peers– Building MyPholyo Verified, the Mapper, and an AI assistant for portfolio workers– June's journey: raised in Lagos, Silicon Valley Bank, and founding Mums in Technology, Levare Ventures and the VC Mentoring Group– Backing £100m+ across Europe and Africa, and what she looks for as an investor– Resilience, visibility and building as a mother of three🎙 Guest: June Angelides MBE — Founder of MyPholyo, Venture Partner at Samos, FT Most Influential Tech Leader, host of Believe It, Achieve It.🔗 MyPholyo: https://mypholyo.com🔗 June: https://juneangelides.com📍 MyPholyo Playground — 5 Nov 2026, Hatfield House▶️ Subscribe to FUTR Included for weekly founder conversations at the intersection of technology, inclusion and the future of work.⏱ Chapters00:00 Intro00:00 What June is building with MyPholyo00:00 Growing up in Lagos & the Silicon Valley Bank years00:00 The information gap: why great people underprice00:00 Inside the product — benchmarking, verification & AI00:00 Raising capital & investing lessons00:00 Advice for founders & portfolio workers00:00 Where to find June#FutrIncluded #PortfolioCareers #FutureOfWork #JuneAngelides #MyPholyo #Startup #Fintech #WomenInTech #Founders #VentureCapital #CareerGrowth #TechPodcast #KnowYourWorth #Entrepreneurship #BuildInPublic

Linda Du, founder of Moola Money - Talks about building and Raising Capital for an AI-powered Financial Planning and Wealth-building Platform

Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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Artificial Intelligence is shifting the landscape of content creation, but it doesn't come with a magic wand. On this episode of FUTR Included, we are joined by Ikenna Mokwe a veteran writer, director, and producer who is actively pioneering AI-driven video production.

From running spec ad experiments to executing full-scale brand campaigns for giants like Google and Unilever, Ikenna shares his blueprint for a "hybrid" workflow that seamlessly blends classic filmmaking techniques with AI capabilities. Tune in to discover how the next generation of technologists and creatives can stay ahead of the curve.

Key Highlights:

• Why crafting a compelling story is still a fundamentally human superpower.

• A breakdown of multi-tool AI workflows (Midjourney, Runway, Adobe Creative Cloud).

• Breaking barriers: How tech creates accessibility for underrepresented voices in media.

🌐 Connect with Ikenna: https://www.ikennamokwe.com/🎙️ More from FUTR Included: https://futrincluded.com/

Group travel is a multi-billion dollar industry, yet the tech remains stuck in the past. Enter Kahana.Today we’re talking with the technology founder of Kahana about how they are streamlining the travel experience through a single API and AI-driven collaboration. From navigating the startup ecosystem at Web Summit Qatar to raising a $1M pre-seed round, Felix Ochefu shares the technical and business hurdles of building a travel-tech powerhouse. Highlights:👉 The architecture: Connecting 300+ airlines and 1M+ accommodations.👉 Collaborative UI: Why "Hub" technology is the secret to staying organized.👉 Scaling a startup: Lessons from the front lines of travel innovation. Check out the tech: https://joinkahana.com/#Group travel #Travelapp #AItravelplanning #FelixOchefu #Traveltech #startup

Flavilla Fongang is an award-winning businesswoman, international keynote speaker, and founder of Sixth Hive and GTA Black Women In Tech.

In this episode, Flavilla, speaks about founding Sixth Hive, a social business opportunity platform that helps professionals, entrepreneurs, and organisations discover the right opportunities through visibility and intelligent matchmaking.

Find the right people and go further together, sign up for Sixth Hive here: https://sixthhive.com/

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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"In the UK, a young person is referred to the NHS for mental health support every 30 seconds."After experiencing the frustrations of the healthcare system firsthand, Kevin Kwong and Lee McPherson set out to build something different. Enter Heyr: a mental fitness app that feels more like a chat with a friend than a doctor’s appointment.

In this exclusive interview, we explore the "why" behind Heyr. From navigating the world of digital health startups to securing partnerships with the NHS, Kevin shares the raw reality of being a social entrepreneur and how he’s helping millions of young adults build resilience through their "MOT for the mind."Topics covered:✅ Why Gen Z is facing a mental health crisis.✅ How gamification and rewards actually drive habit change.✅ Building a "preventative" health startup from the ground up.✅ The future of AI in clinical psychology.

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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In this episode, we are joined by Christian D’Ippolito (aka Dippo) and Martybn Tutin, the Co-Founders of The Spartan Project (TSP). TSP is a revolutionary community-built movement designed to empower young people to thrive through the power of creativity and movement.We discuss how Christian and Martyn are dismantling barriers to education and employment for the next generation, turning passion into paid opportunities, and building a world where every young person has the confidence to create from nothing.Key Topics in This Episode: ✅ The Mission of The Spartan Project: Learn, Create, & Earn. ✅ Why youth-led design is the key to real social impact. ✅ Christian’s journey from digital marketing expert to social entrepreneur. ✅ Breaking the "academic-only" focus to unlock practical creative skills. ✅ How movement and community build trauma-informed, safe spaces for growth.🔗 Support & Connect with The Spartan Project:Website: https://www.thespartanproject.worldInstagram: @tsp.worldLinkedIn: The Spartan Project🎨 Partner Spotlight: Kalos Creates The Spartan Project’s roots are deeply tied to Kalos Creates, a "merch studio for brands who aren't boring." They amplify brands through conscious, premium merchandise that makes a real social impact.Website: https://www.kaloscreates.studioInstagram: @kaloscreatesLinkedIn: Kalos Creates#TheSpartanProject #YouthEmpowerment #SocialImpact #CreativityAndMovement #FutureLeaders #Podcast #Entrepreneurship #KalosCreates #CommunityBuilding

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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Discover how Moonhub is transforming professional training through immersive, data-powered virtual reality. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of The Moonhub to explore how VR is reshaping security preparedness, social care, and workplace learning — making training more engaging, cost-effective, and impactful than ever before.🌐 Learn more: https://themoonhub.com 📸 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoonhub 💼 Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themoonhub 🐦 Follow on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/themoonhub Listen in to find out how immersive learning is building the workforce of the future.

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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Founder of Launch Lemonade, Cien Solon, talks about building the platform that helps you build your own AI agents. Cien explains how the platform enables a variety of users to work smarter by creating custom AI tools, agents, and workflows that save time and unlock new growth.Cien is a former Product Manager with experience in the financial services industry. She talks about raising capital for the first time and preparing for a seed round in the future.Find more about Launch Lemonade here: https://launchlemonade.app/====================================================Futr Included Podcast

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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Masibu Manima, the founder of Translate Culture talks about the power of culture and data. Find more info: https://www.translateculture.co/

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Theme: Showcasing interesting stories of individuals and companies in technology related fields. Diving into specific emerging technology topics as well as current news. An undertone of music, art and culture will be present.

Topics: #AI #Investing #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Product #venturecapital #technology 

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