Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, we sit down with Chris Guy, a leading legal expert from RLK Solicitors, to explore the critical topic of risk management in today’s fast-changing business and legal environment.From contractual pitfalls to regulatory challenges, Chris shares real-world insights, pr...
Jun 25, 2025•42 min•Ep. 64
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, we’re joined by two influential voices in alternative finance: Steve Deakin, CEO of BCRS Business Loans, and Steve Walker, Chief Executive of ART Business Loans. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of responsible lending, the power of purpose-driven finan...
Jun 11, 2025•59 min
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode of The Business Influencer Podcast, our host sits down with Iain McCallister, former boxer turned entrepreneur and the dynamic CEO of MAN Commercial Protection.Leaving school with few qualifications, Iain began his career working the doors of Birmingham’s nightclubs...
Apr 16, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode of The Business Influencer Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ben Sinclair, founder of Dr. Finlays, who has overcome the challenges of cancer and long COVID. We dive into how entrepreneurs and professionals can lead healthier, more fulfilling lives while striving for exce...
Mar 20, 2025•51 min•Ep. 61
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. From a challenging childhood in care and experiencing homelessness to building a £550 million fortune, Peter Waddell’s journey is a testament to resilience, ambition, and the power of a positive mindset. In this episode, he shares how bold thinking and unwavering determination can ...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 60
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Chan Kataria OBE, CEO of Emh. Housing has always remained a high political priority but successive governments have failed in addressing this. How do you lead one of the UK's largest housing associations in such an environment, balancing growth ...
Dec 08, 2024•53 min•Ep. 97
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Doug Wright MBE DL. Doug is the Chief Executive Officer of his franchised restaurant company which operates twenty-six McDonald’s restaurants across the West Midlands. Doug joined McDonald’s as a cleaner the day before he left school in 1981 wit...
Dec 01, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 58
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Neil Berry and Chris Barlow from MHA. We dissect the recent Autumn 2024 budget and its implications for businesses, entrepreneurs and the regions in the UK and finally how businesses can navigate the complex world of doing business. Credits: Hos...
Nov 07, 2024•48 min
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Saul Resnick, CEO of DHL Supply Chain (UK & Ireland). Saul was one of our key panellists at the recent Midlands Economic Summit held on 7th June at The Vox Conference Centre where he wowed over 500 attendees with DHL's journey to sustainabil...
Jun 21, 2023•58 min•Ep. 56
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Professor Aleks Subic, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive of Aston University. Professor Aleks Subic provides his views and insights about how the role of universities has changed today, its relationship with technology, innovation and the impo...
Mar 16, 2023•53 min•Ep. 55
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews John Caudwell, the British Billionaire who founded mobile phone retailer Phones 4u. John describes his entrepreneurial journey and how he came to own the UK's largest independent mobile phone retailer. We discuss entrepreneurship, scaling up and...
Feb 23, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 54
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Matt Hammond, PwC Midlands Region Leader, Birmingham Senior Partner & U.K. Head of International Markets. Matt provides his insights on skills, talent acquisition/retention, creating a successful culture and the legacy of the Birmingham 2022...
Jan 24, 2023•42 min•Ep. 53
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Steven Fine, Chief Executive Officer of Peel Hunt LLP. We discuss the importance of the role of a Non-Executive Director. We also discuss changes in the political landscape and the economic environment and its effects on business. Find out more ...
Nov 17, 2022•46 min•Ep. 52
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews John O'Brien MBE, founder of Anthropy. We discuss the importance of entrepreneurship, local and national government to "place". We also discuss the importance of social mobility, the environment and equality in order to produce sustainable commu...
Oct 24, 2022•42 min•Ep. 51
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Sarah Walker-Smith, Chief Executive of Shakespeare Martineau. We discuss if social media is an important part of a leader's communication toolkit, we also discuss the economy and the political landscape. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Audio edi...
Jul 27, 2022•59 min•Ep. 50
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews millionaire Cresswell Welch. We explore how Cresswell has managed to build a successful business despite not being able to read or write. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Audio editing - Simren K. Johal Executive Producer - Narinder K. Johal Musi...
Jun 21, 2022•40 min•Ep. 49
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews John Crabtree OBE, Chair of the Board for The Commonwealth Games 2022 (which is taking place in Birmingham) and Lord Lieutenant of the West Midlands. We discuss leadership, crisis management and goal setting. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Audi...
May 25, 2022•40 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Steven Lewis and Dr. Rebecca Weintraub. In today's competitive business landscape, the art of communication is more important than ever. We discuss the tools and techniques one can use to become an effective communicator or salesperson. Credits:...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 47
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Byron Dixon, CEO and Founder of Micro-Fresh. Byron discusses whether upbringing and culture can influence one's success. We also discuss globalisation, risk taking, education, science and innovation. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Audio editing...
May 10, 2022•52 min•Ep. 46
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Hiten Bhatt, trainer, coach and author of The Leadership Adventure. We discuss wealth creation, entrepreneurship and practical strategies to assist entrepreneurs and business owners in bettering their mental health. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal ...
May 03, 2022•55 min•Ep. 45
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Gypsy Billionaire Alfie Best. We delve into his entrepreneurial journey and how he scaled to become Europe’s largest holiday and residential park operator. We also discuss leadership, entrepreneurship, and the importance of resilience. Credits: ...
Apr 27, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 44
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Kevin Harris, Leicester Managing Partner at RSM UK. We discuss the importance of entrepreneurship, leadership, place and what the future holds for the government's funding of cities and towns and is implications for entrepreneurship. Credits: Ho...
Apr 20, 2022•42 min•Ep. 43
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Sam Watson, Commercial Director at Burleighs Gin Limited, a craft distillery based in the heart of Leicestershire. We discuss digital/physical distribution, marketing with finite resources and how to flourish in a competitive market. Credits: Ho...
Apr 12, 2022•43 min•Ep. 42
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews CEO and Founder of Trilix and author of 'The Intentional Leader'. We discuss intentional leadership, culture change and entrepreneurship. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Executive Producer - Narinder K. Johal Music - EWC/ Nachural Selection (Alb...
Apr 05, 2022•54 min•Ep. 41
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Tim Andrews MBE, Chairman of Hollywood Monster. He discusses his entrepreneurial journey and how his business coped during the pandemic. He also discusses the importance of philanthropy, the impact it had on him in making him a better leader and...
Mar 30, 2022•45 min•Ep. 40
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Ari Galper, author of Unlock The Sales Game and Trusted Authority. We discuss the value of relationships, rejection and humility as a part of the sales process. After all, we are all sales people, whether we think we are or not. Credits: Host - ...
Mar 22, 2022•45 min•Ep. 39
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Ian Reid, CEO of The Commonwealth Games, taking place in the summer of 2022. We explore the challenges of planning during a pandemic, which some people regarded as 'the toughest gig in the world'. How do you motivate, engage and deal with uncert...
Mar 08, 2022•47 min•Ep. 38
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Ann Latham, founder of Uncommon Clarity and author of The Power of Clarity. We explore how we can unleash the true potential of workplace productivity, confidence and empowerment. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Audio editing - Simren K. Johal E...
Mar 01, 2022•59 min•Ep. 37
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Allan Leighton, former CEO of Asda and former Chairman of the Royal Mail. We explore his journey of turning around businesses such as Asda and the Royal Mail. We discuss the future of retail and the future of leadership, why women are more bette...
Feb 22, 2022•56 min•Ep. 36
Welcome to The Business Influencer Podcast where we interview and explore the success stories of entrepreneurs, business leaders, senior policymakers and get insights from thought leaders around the issues of the day. In this episode, our host interviews Kyle Wallgren, an award-winning serial entrepreneur and the CEO/Founder of Edsoma. We discuss entrepreneurship, education and parenthood and how AI is changing the way we learn. Credits: Host - Ninder Johal DL Audio editing - Simren K. Johal Exe...
Jan 18, 2022•57 min•Ep. 35
