Welcome To The Innovative Leaders Podcast
Listen in to the trials and triumphs of a wide array of business leaders, as they lay bare their vast breadth of experience for our microphone. This growing collection of candid interviews will strengthen your connection to the wider business world, providing valuable insight and inspiration as you tackle your own business challenges.
Archive: All Our Episodes To-Date
- Episode 57: Responsible footwear - Alberto Espinós, from Tropicfeel, tells us how he launched and grew his shoe brand through crowdfunding (over $4m in three campaigns and counting!) and how he feels that his company can be a force for good. Resources: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tropicfeelcom/ Website: https://www.tropicfeel.com/ …
- Episode 56: Trends in startup investing in the UK - Henry Whorwood, from Beauhurst, tells us about the latest trends in startup investment in the UK, thanks to the wealth of knowledge accumulated in their platform. Resources: Beauhurst blog and newsletter: https://about.beauhurst.com/blog/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Beauhurst …
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- Episode 55: Startup funding made easy - Anthony Rose, serial entrepreneur and the man behind the launch of the BBC iPlayer, tells us how his new company SeedLegals simplifies startup funding, making it a fraction of the cost and time. Resources: Twitter: https://twitter.com/anthonyrose and https://twitter.com/seedlegals Website: https://seedlegals.com/ …
- Episode 54: This will make you laugh - Daniel Berg of Nextup Comedy explains how the online platform is bringing comedy gold to the masses. Resources: Website: https://nextupcomedy.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nextupcomedy …
- Episode 53: Helping small businesses to thrive - Emma Jones, founder of Enterprise Nation tells us how they help small businesses flourish with their content, events and giving them a voice. Resources: Website: https://www.enterprisenation.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/emmaljones and https://twitter.com/e_nation …
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- Episode 52: The art of good shopkeeping - Andrew Bluett-Duncan, of Art of Living cookshop, discusses the principles of survival on the high street. Website: https://aolcookshop.co.uk/ …
- Episode 51: establishing a dialogue to tackle sustainability - Carl Pratt tells us about the great work he's doing to bring together individuals, companies, grassroots organisation and goverments to solve one of the challenges of our era: sustainability and climate change. Links: Website: http://www.futureplanet.rocks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/OurFutureRocks …
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- Episode 50: Equity Crowdfunding 2.0 - We speak with Luke Lang, co-founder and CMO of Crowdcube about the new stage for equity crowdfunding: how companies like Monzo, Curve and Brewdog are using this funding modality to engage with their customer base and how the platform has changed their branding to reflect that. Resources: Website: https://www.crowdcube.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lukelang and https://twitter.com/Crowdcube Other episodes mentioned in the podcast: Cocoro… …
- Episode 49: Freeing your mind from fear and anxiety - Mental health practitioner Vidya Bellur offers some valuable advice for businesspeople under stress. Resources: Website: https://www.vividoutcomes.co.uk/ Email: info@vividoutcomes.co.uk …
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- Episode 48: How to build a successful business and sell it - Dan Hawker, adviser, investor and non-exec director, tells his story of resounding business success. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhawker/ …
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- Episode 47: how to maximise your impact - In this episode, we interview Sarah Olivieri, a nonprofit strategist with a passion for helping organizations thrive in the digital age. The founder of PivotGround, Sarah helps human-service nonprofits increase capacity, deliver better programming, attract more funding, and make the world a better place. Resources: Website: https://pivotground.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-olivieri/ …
- Episode 46: The ABC of brand design - Pete Avery shares some key design and branding lessons from his career in publishing and advertising. Website: https://www.wearestride.com/ …
- Episode 45: How to find reliable health information on the Internet - In this episode, book author Burton Paul gives us tips on how to find reliable health information from his latest book 'Is it serious?' Website: http://burtonpaul.com/ Twitter: @burtonpaul Is it serious? book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Serious-search-Health-Information-Internet/dp/1916118402 …
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- Episode 44: Finding your way to better branding - Jon Docksey of wayfinding specialists Design JD discusses the value of consistency and simplicity. Resources: Website: https://designjd.co.uk/ Twitter: @designjd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designjd/ Email: jon@designjd.co.uk …
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- Episode 43: how to tackle a sustainability problem with feminism and technology - Laida Memba, the co-founder of Cocoro Intim, tells us about how they design and produce lingerie for periods while caring about the environment and feminism. They are currently running an equity crowdfunding campaign in Crowdcube and you can be part of their story here: www.investincocoro.com Website: https://www.cocoro-intim.com/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/B0RPcrwonWt/ …
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- Episode 42: Interpreting the signs of modern-day Marketing - Emma Turner tells us all about how she went from being sign language interpreter to training herself in the then brand new world of Social Media to taking a much more holistic approach to Marketing Strategy Website: https://www.mysocialsecretary.co.uk/ Twitter: @helloMysocial Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mysocialsecretary/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hellomysocial/ …
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- Episode 41: How to finance your company’s growth - Andrew Henderson from Henderson ACL tells us how, in a world where you can't talk anymore with your bank manager, you can finance the growth of your company by looking at different options. Webpage: https://www.henderson-acl.uk/ Email: growth@henderson-acl.uk LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/Andrew-HACL/ Groth Hub events: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/london-growth-hub-business-roadshow-havering-tickets-60181255756 …
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- Episode 40: Managing your social media strategy - Lisa McShane, aka Babblebird, offers some tips on making the most of social media without going mad Twitter: @Babblebird01 Website: https://www.babblebird.co.uk/ …
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- Episode 39: Giving a valuable hand up, not a handout - Duncan Parker explains how Fredericks Foundation is tackling poverty by funding bold ambitions. …
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- Episode 38: Making it work as a freelancer - Thuha Wright of Digital Seamstress explains the purpose and benefits of her freelance support network. Resources: Website: https://digitalseamstress.co.uk/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thuhawright/ We Make It Work Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wemakeitwork_/ …
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- Episode 37: Unleashing your inner superhero - Marc Coppola of Superhero Academy in Montreal explains the principles of merging career and passion. Resources: Website: https://superheroacademy.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcangelocoppola/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhySimply …
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- Episode 36: How to build a business through Instagram - Emily Canino, from Doodlemoo, tells us all about how she built her design business through Instagram. She now runs workshops teaching people how to do the same. Resources: Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/doodle_moo/ Online shop: https://www.doodlemoo.com/ Courses: https://www.doodlemoo.com/courses/ …
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- Episode 35: The four pillars of profitable marketing - Cat Robson of Big Pip Marketing makes a persuasive case for well planned, coordinated campaigns. Resources: Free 'four pillars' diagram: https://www.bigpipmarketing.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigpipmarketing/ Catherine's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherinerobson/ …
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- Episode 34: Bringing a clever new product to the world market - Sumi Wang reveals how she’s driven her dad’s eFOLDi mobility concept through development and funding. Resources: Website: https://efoldi.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/efoldi.co.uk/ Twitter: @eFOLDi_World Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efoldi_world/ Email: hello@efoldi.com …
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- Episode 33: Teaching the therapeutic benefits of music - Sarah Hart of Little Hart’s Music explains how music can aid mental health and the mother-baby bond. Resources mentioned during the interview: Website: https://www.littlehartsmusic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlehartsmusic/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littlehartsmusic Twitter: @littlehartmusic British Association for Music Therapy: https://www.bamt.org/ …
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- Episode 32: The importance of looking the part - Image consultant Kerrie Ellis discusses the importance of personal image and how to enhance it. …
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- Episode 31: Why work and play should go hand in hand - Dave Cresswell is taking Dungeons and Dragons on stage with a mission to prove the social benefits. …
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- Episode 30: A local, seasonal foodie experience - Beckie Wingrove tells us about how The Salt Box uses local, seasonal products for unforgettable food experiences in nature. They are now crowdfunding for their new Woodland Cookery School & Dining Venue in Nutfield, Surrey, with amazing rewards for their supporters: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/saltboxwoodland You can also find out more about The Saltbox in social media: Twitter: @thesaltboxuk Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/thesaltboxuk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesaltboxuk/ Or… …
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- Episode 29: Writing for the social generation - How David Pawsey of Deep Social went from Which? to the who, what and why of social media content. …
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- Episode 28: How to hit the perfect spot with music - Sarah-Jane Morris from Melisma Music tells us how she sources the best live musicians for every single occasion, as well as her world-wide renowned expertise on Robert Burns! …
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- Episode 27: Making vehicles fully autonomous - Entrepreneur Alex Lawrence-Berkeley tells us about how his company Level Five Holdings is enabling the revolution of autonomous vehicles. Resources: Website: https://levelfivesupplies.com/ Twitter: @Level5Supplies …
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- Episode 26: Helping people fulfil their charitable aims - Charity consultant David Saint of Action Planning on why we need charities and how to make them work …
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- Episode 25: How to make your website do what it should - David Ross of Ross Digital offers a developer’s insight on the tricks and traits of website Nirvana …
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- Episode 24: Breaking the taboos about cannabis - What convinced retired IFA Ian Challand to go back to work selling the legal cannabis product CBD? …
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- Episode 23: How to run a successful crowdfunding campaign - Crowdfunding expert Adrià Tarrida shares his knowledge on this exciting way to fund new ventures. Resources: Website: https://tarrida.co.uk/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/atarrida/Twitter handle: @AdriaTarrida Crowdeasy website: https://crowdeasy.com/ …
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- Episode 22: How to build a thriving online community - Calum Martin has built a global forum for flight simulator enthusiasts and seen rapid growth. Resources: Website: https://fselite.net/Twitter handle: @FSEliteTweets …
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- Episode 21: How good writing can benefit your business - Copywriter, journalist and author Tim Glynne-Jones on the value of words at all levels of business. Blog: balancemedia.co.uk/blog Website: balancemedia.co.uk …
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- Episode 20: Should you be using a business coach? - Tim Hatari’s corporate experience has given him the tools to fill the gaps in his clients’ structure Resources - Website: https://www.tmdcoaching.co.uk Email: tim.hatari@tmdcoaching.co.uk …
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- Episode 19: Seeking reassurance when you get stuck in the red - Award-winning insolvency practitioner Nicky Fisher discusses the tell-tale signs of financial peril. …
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- Episode 18: Top tips for successful hiring - Recruitment expert Nick Boothroyd reveals the tactics that make a difference when taking on staff. …
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- Episode 17: Grand designs for a well-built business - In a highly regulated industry, architectural designer Wayne Greenway is focusing on his foundations. …
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- Episode 16: The answer’s out there if you know where to look - From telescope shop to European observatories, Neil Phillipson has found his future in the stars . …
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- Episode 15: Developing software for the property sector - App developer Simon Pither talks us through Patma, his new time-saving property management app. …
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- Episode 14: Building a property portfolio while benefitting students - Stuart Lordan from Lord Panda tells us how he's building a portfolio of properties in Plymouth that he then rents to University Students. …
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- Episode 13: Escaping a franchise to launch your own brand - After delivering beauty treatments for a Europe-wide franchise, Shrina Patel decided to go it alone. …
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- Episode 12: Encouraging valuable business lessons in schools - Lynne Skinner manages a brilliant charity, helping school age entrepreneurs develop their acumen. To learn more about Youth Enterprise, visit their web: https://www.young-enterprise.org.uk/ …
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- Episode 11: Log on, Tune in, Tone up - Olly Rees is using online tools to help office-bound men change their approach to health and fitness. Find Olly here: https://www.facebook.com/ollyleanmachine/ http://ollyrees.com/ …
- Episode 10: The Importance of Knowing When to Call for Help - Financial recovery expert Mark Boast explains how you can save a business by taking timely action. …
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- Episode 9: How to build a FinTech App from scratch - Entrepreneur Marc Labbett tells us about the process that he's following to build and fund his App. Resources: Website: https://wishwallet.co.uk/ Wishwallet on Twitter: @wishwallet Wishwallet on Crowdcube (equity crowdfunding platform where they're raising money): www.crowdcube.com/wishwallet …
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- Episode 8: Blurring the Online and Offline Frontiers - IT entrepreneur Nik Eleftheriou discusses methods for bricks ’n’ mortar businesses to engage with customers online. …
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- Episode 7: How to Ferment Your Dreams and Keep the Day Job - Customer insight consultant Morgan Arnell combines his core business with brewing beer from bread. …
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- Episode 6: What the Hell is SEO Really? - Chris Avery explains the nuts and ‘bots’ of search engine optimisation and shares golden rules. Website: www.chrave.co.uk …
- Episode 5: How to Grab Your Audience Like a Superstar - Ges Ray brings years of experience and a rich baritone voice to the fearful art of public speaking. Links: Ges Ray Speaking in Public …
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- Episode 4: Following Your Calling to Give LifeChanging Value - Claire Edwards has brought a stellar career in nursing to the provision of expert eldercare advice. Links: Claire Edwards Eldercare Consultant …
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- Episode 3: How to Build Your Business Around Your Lifestyle - Chiropractor Dr Danny Scahill balances building his practice with pursuing his musical passion. Links: Crawley Chiropractic Centre …
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- Episode 2: How to Put Your Business Personality Across - Web design and branding expert Simon Knibbs talks tactics to help you stand out from the crowd. Links: Knibbs Associates website …
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- Episode 1: How to Bring Your Big Ideas to Life Now - Don’t wait for perfection, says Aamar Hussain, get your ideas out there and fine tune them. Links: CoTribe coworking in Horley TechStars - Technology accelerator …
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