Small business budgeting requires calculating total revenue, listing fixed and variable costs, setting profit margin targets, and establishing a cash buffer.

A fractional CFO is one of the best ways to bring senior financial expertise into a growing business without the cost of a full-time hire.

Founders and management teams who take cost control seriously tend to build more resilient, more profitable, and ultimately more valuable businesses.

Jon Anthony is a technology founder, operator and AI strategist. He founded Adappt in 2011 and has grown it into a 200+ person global software, AI and DevSecOps company delivering mission-critical systems for WHO, the UK Government, the British Museum and other major organisations. With a background in broadcast technology, public-sector AI and secure cloud delivery, Jon focuses on building resilient technology for high-stakes environments. Join co hosts Romesh Jeyaseelanaya

James Stockdale has over 25 years experience in IT support and services in both the public and private sectors, including several years at Apple. Following this appointment James launched a specialist IT business, focused on the needs of companies using Apple tech. Since selling his share of this business in 2025, he's now working on genzee.it, a platform that will give small business owners an easier way to access vital tech support. Join co hosts Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mi

Sarat Pediredla is a technology entrepreneur and founder. Sarat co-founded hedgehog lab in 2007 and led it as CEO for 19 years, building it into a globally recognised business. After stepping down in 2025, he has since founded Thredspan, an intelligence solution for professional services. He also holds NED and Chair roles in the NHS and digital health sectors. Join co hosts Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam, Mike Oliver and guest speaker Sarat Pediredla for our latest podcast/youtube