Founded & Grounded
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Ollie CollardBecky SageLaura RawlingsAndrew Parsonage
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The Grounding (live) with SWIG Finance: Navigating uncertainty

S6 E6 • Mar 9, 2026 • 52 mins

How do founders navigate a business landscape shaped by volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity? In this live conversation, we speak with Matt Wilde from SWIG Finance about the funding gaps many businesses still face and what it really takes to grow in an unstable global environment. From working capital and supply chains to the role of trusted advisors and stronger ecosystem support, Matt shares what founders need to get right when the pressure is on.We also explore the role of SWIG Finance as a social enterprise lender, supporting businesses with finance options that help founders start, sustain and scale. The conversation looks at the importance of good advisors, access to capital and stronger ecosystem connectivity, and how these factors shape a founder’s ability to build a resilient business.

Key Points

  • Businesses that want to thrive in uncertain times need strong foundations, especially around working capital and effective supply chain management.
  • Social impact lenders like SWIG Finance play an important role in supporting a wide range of businesses with tailored financial solutions that help them grow and sustain operations.
  • AI can free up time for more valuable human-centred work, but businesses need to balance efficiency with sound judgement and human values.
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