Sarah McVittie, Author at Elite Business Magazine

Sarah McVittie

McVittie is one half of the talented team behind Dressipi, the fashion tech startup that's stirring up the world of retail. McVittie and co-founder Donna Kelly evenly balance each other out, with product- and detail-focused Kelly packing the corporate capability and McVittie bringing the start-up skills with her sales and shareholding expertise.

The things I wish I’d been told before launching a startup

Sarah McVittie

Dec 21 '15

Hindsight is often twenty-twenty. In her latest column, Dressipi’s Sarah McVittie shares the things she wishes she’d known before becoming an entrepreneur

How a business advisor can lighten an entrepreneur’s load

Sarah McVittie

Nov 23 '15

Dressipi co-founder Sarah McVittie reveals why the startup is seeking a little help as it looks to navigate a crucial stage of its growth

Tech startups ignore the value of R&D at their peril

Sarah McVittie

Oct 29 '15

The success of a tech startup hinges on the quality of its technology, which is why R&D support should be welcomed with open arms

Finding your guardian angel

Sarah McVittie

Sep 29 '15

Choosing the right investors is a tricky decision; ultimately the route you decide to go down will shape the company that you eventually become

Why learning to say ‘no’ is crucial for a startup

Sarah McVittie

Aug 21 '15

As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to end up agreeing to every opportunity that comes along. But saying ‘yes’ to everything often prevents a startup from actually moving forward

Tool tips for tech start-ups

Sarah McVittie

Jul 2 '15

Now that firms have more data to delve into than ever before, making sure they have the right kit to sift through it all is essential. Fortunately, Dressipi’s Sarah McVittie is here to run through her top picks

Prep is the key to getting pitch perfect

Sarah McVittie

Jun 4 '15

Being able to condense your proposition and USP into a short elevator pitch is a vital skill for any business wanting to net investors, prizes or new clients

Why data is just the beginning for businesses

Sarah McVittie

May 6 '15

The swathes of data you’ve collected may add a little extra sheen to your investor pitches but, as with any resource, what matters most is how you put it to work