FWD Thinking

About FWD Thinking

Welcome to our brand new podcast Forward Thinking. Our first series 'Founder Stories' shines a light on the remarkable journeys of underrepresented founders. As part of our ongoing efforts to support diverse entrepreneurial talent, we've created a platform where these inspiring people share their stories, lessons learned, and the unique challenges they've overcome. Throughout this series, we'll delve into the personal business journeys of our guests, explore pivotal moments that shaped their success, and uncover invaluable insights for other aspiring entrepreneurs. At Fox Williams, we're committed to creating opportunities for underrepresented founders by connecting them with investors and legal teams, helping them access the guidance and support that can be crucial to a business's growth and success.

Publisher

Fox Williams

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Nov 2024

Latest episode

9 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

24 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Jun 2026

   Forward Thinking: Understanding non-financial misconduct

   Regulated firms: get ready for the FCA's new non-financial misconduct rules. In this episode, financial services partner Sebastian Sayer and employment associate Connie Shaw discuss: what NFM means; why the FCA is increasing scrutiny in this area; how workplace conduct can have regulatory consequences; and the practical steps firms should take before 1 September 2026. With the implementation deadline approaching, firms should be considering how best to prepare for the new requirements. Visit our website: www.foxwilliams.com

2. 

   3 Jun 2026

   Forward Thinking: Why Searchers should think twice before sharing solicitors with their investors

   Searchers: think carefully before agreeing to share a solicitor with your investor. In this episode, corporate partner Bryan Shaw breaks down: why early legal engagement matters; where investor and searcher interests begin to diverge; how conflicts can derail a transaction; and why independent representation can actually reduce friction. A practical discussion for anyone navigating the search fund acquisition process. Visit our website: www.foxwilliams.com Connect with Bryan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryan-shaw-23a2a210/

3. 

   11 May 2026

   Forward Thinking: The Edit - Fashion and the Law: imitation websites and domain squatting explained

   In the first episode of our new series, The Edit - Fashion and the Law, partner Steve Sidkin and associate Ashkon Camyab dive into how fashion brands are being targeted online through domain squatting and highly convincing imitation websites. They unpack the scale of the problem, the tactics used by bad actors, from typosquatting to AI-driven replica sites, and the real impact on brand reputation and consumer trust. The episode also covers practical steps brands can take to fight back, including monitoring, takedowns, and legal remedies such as UDRPs.

Podcast Authority Score: 21 / 100

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