From battling Rory McIlroy to scaling Raylo globally
Summary
Raylo is scaling a device-subscription model that helps brands like Apple, PlayStation, Dyson, and LG offer more accessible access to electronics. The company has raised more than £180 million since 2019 and says it reached £56.5 million in annual recurring revenue in 2025 with strong EBITDA growth. The article centers on founder Karl Gilbert’s lessons from professional golf and how those lessons shape Raylo’s operating mindset. It highlights Raylo’s focus on circular economy goals, execution discipline, and continued tech development through volatile market conditions.
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Apple Inc.
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