Mike Hodgson

Associate Partner - Digital Innovation

Mike has extensive knowledge of the innovation eco-system in Israel, London and Silicon Valley. Over 30 years' worth of experience delivering innovation into corporates, has yielded £100ms of business benefit. 

 

Mike specialises in building bridges between startups and the corporate world providing invaluable business development advice and a UK presence for his international clients.  

 

During his role as Head of Innovation Engagement at BT, Mike laid the foundations of his strong business links with Israel, becoming a frontrunner in the exploration of Israeli tech and innovation. In addition to his role as advisor to two VCs, he also advises a global innovation services business where he’s engaged in shaping their Innovation Services and Strategy portfolio.

  

Mike is an active Innovation Evangelist and has influenced portfolio and supplier relationship plans in the areas of Enterprise IT, Mobile, Sport, Cloud and Security. 

 

Mike is a keen football fan and enjoys doing puzzles, walking, and sightseeing. 

Industry insights

Sun through the trees

Reconnecting Business & Nature

by Scott Armstrong • 26 November 2025
Nature means something different to everyone. For some, it is a dog-walk through the park; for others, it is hiking misty mountains in Scotland, swimming in turquoise waters, or exploring tropical forests in Costa Rica.
Aerial view of Westminster, London.

The Budget is Approaching: Where Councils Can Unlock Rapid, Sustainable Savings

by Craig Cheney • 25 November 2025
With the UK Budget being published tomorrow, councils are facing intense financial pressure. Rising demand for adult and children’s social care, homelessness services, and temporary accommodation has left little room for manoeuvre.

Unique Practitioner-led 'Startup to Scaleup' Service Launches to Super-Charge UK Innovation

by Cambridge Management Consulting • 20 November 2025
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The Hidden Shock: Why UK Businesses Face a Surge in Non-Commodity Electricity Costs and What to Do Now

by Scott Armstrong • 17 November 2025
Non-commodity charges are driving UK energy costs higher. Discover what’s changing, why it matters, and the steps businesses should take to protect budgets | READ NOW
Futuristic building with greenery growing out of it.

Climate Change - Is Offsetting the Answer?

by Cambridge Management Consulting • 10 November 2025
Over the last few decades, carbon offsetting has become a go-to strategy for businesses looking to demonstrate sustainability commitments and enhance their external credibility. Offsetting takes many forms, from tree planting and forest conservation to providing communities with clean cookstoves and renewable energy.
Aerial view of solar panels in a green field.

ESG as a Bolt-On vs Strategic Integration

by Drew Davy • 7 November 2025
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors have moved from niche considerations to critical drivers of long-term value, investor confidence, and societal impact.
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