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As we sunset 2025, Iโve found myself reflecting on a few standout moments from the year.
First, some proud dad milestones. My eldest finally got his first car, making life a little easier as he moves between Greater Manchesterโs hospitals in his fifth year as a medical student. My youngest also had a big year, stepping up to News Editor of his student newspaper in Durham - deadlines, opinions and strong coffee the order of the day.
On a personal note, I was incredibly proud to complete the โMighty Hikeโ - raising nearly ยฃ5,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support by walking 26 miles along the stunning Causeway Coast in Ireland - in memory of my mum.
It was also a great year for live music. From the Sex Pistols to Rick Wakeman, The House of Love, Beta Band, Craven Faults and more - with the clear highlight being Radiohead. I last saw them in 2012 (!), but this was on an entirely different level. An unforgettable experience that still makes me smile.
Work-wise, itโs been a real pleasure continuing to help start-ups and scale-ups find clarity in their marketing, sharpen their strategy and execute for growth. More importantly its been a great opportunity to work with, and meet, so many smart people. Iโve learnt a great deal, and enjoyed every minute.
And finally, perhaps the greatest achievement of all: securing planning permission for building work at our place in Puglia. In just 18 months. Which I believe may qualify as an Italian bureaucratic speed record. Victory! Negronis on me.
Wishing everyone a restful break and a very happy new year.
And, yes, no mention of AI.
Ciao.