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SwiftFlow – F1inSchools

We are delighted to be a sponsor of SwiftFlow – an F1inSchools team, competing in the South West regional finals in 2025. The team have been amazing: designing and building their car, fundraising, building partnerships and creating their pit display. Good luck at the regionals.

Why a portfolio career benefits me and my network

I am often asked what a “portfolio” career is and why I have chosen this path after full-time roles. Reflecting on the last month, the variety of activity provides my main answer. I love learning, thinking and being able to join-the-dots. This helps me to be effective across several organisations in different sectors. Here’s a taste of whatContinue reading “Why a portfolio career benefits me and my network”

Financial scenario planning

Modelling a steady business is fairly straightforward. Figuring out the possible outcomes for a scale-up or fast growing business can be very difficult. The range of outcomes becomes much wider. Lessons from the pandemic, the Russian invasion of Ukraine and effect on global inflation that was already building show the importance of “what-if” planning. WeContinue reading “Financial scenario planning”

About WhiteStarFire

WhiteStarFire is a niche consultancy specialising in Commodities, FX, FinTech and Education. We offer services and insight to our clients across multiple sectors, combining our global network and skills. Rich ran the Commodities trading business for a global investment bank. This business included physical and financial trading in energy, metals, agriculture, carbon emissions and structuredContinue reading “About WhiteStarFire”