In this episode of the Business Spotlight Podcast, host Anu Khanna sits down with Petra Felgen to discuss the intricacies of recruitment in small businesses. Petra shares her insights on how curiosity and a passion for meeting different types of people drive her approach to talent acquisition. They also explore the challenges of offering career paths in smaller companies and the importance of finding internal resources to overcome these obstacles. Petra dives into the realities of recruiting, re...
Sep 24, 2024•12 min
In our latest Business Spotlight, we chat with Mariana CEO & Founder and husband James Morris, Managing Partner and Director of User Experience & Design at Fruto. They share their journey of transforming digital landscapes with human-centred design, drawing from extensive experience with global brands and innovative projects. Discover how Mariana, James and the team at Fruto unleash the full potential of products and services through meticulous UX strategy and design. You can get in touc...
Sep 23, 2024•22 min
Launched in February 2020, Good, founded by David Brinson, offers vintage and second-hand clothing as an eco-friendly alternative to fast fashion. Overcoming COVID-19 challenges, good expanded to multiple London locations, including London Bridge train station, showcasing David's commitment to sustainability and business acumen. Navigating the competitive retail landscape, David views COVID-19 as a catalyst for growth, emphasizing innovation and assembling a passionate team. Looking ahead, he en...
Sep 23, 2024•19 min
Mick Gosset from Jointflows shares with Matt Donegan about their sales deal flow tool for CEOs and CROs. Jointflows capture both the buying and selling journeys, providing analytics and forecasting beyond typical CRM, aimed at Series A+ companies with 100+ employees and $5M+ revenue. Mick, a former professional gymnast, brings perseverance, grit, and focus to his role as CEO, driving Jointflows' mission to enhance sales pipeline visibility and control. He discusses how Jointflows span from initi...
Sep 23, 2024•28 min
Former GP Dr Sam Robson is the founder of Temple Clinic an aesthetics and lifestyle medicine clinic in Aberdeen. In this interview with Brenda Hector of ActionCOACH, Sam shares her passion for making her customers feel confident and empowered and her strategies for creating a high-performing team in the clinic. While telling her story, she reveals several tips for success: *Trust your heart, follow your instincts * Don't think you can do everything * Find the right tribe ...they will find you * ...
Sep 23, 2024•39 min
Embark on a captivating episode of Business Spotlight with Fariz Wasti, the visionary Co-Founder of Just Natural Paws, a leading player in the pet industry. Explore the company's rise to prominence as "Amazon's Choice" for vegetarian and human-grade dog treats, fueled by a passion for quality and innovation. • 🐾 Explore the inception story of Just Natural Paws and its remarkable rise in the competitive pet treats market, securing the coveted title of "Amazon's Choice" for premium vegetarian dog...
Sep 23, 2024•28 min
Onega Ulanova and her husband, entrepreneurs by heart and practice, use their expertise to create an innovative product. Hear from her what challenges they face as they bring their product to market and work tirelessly to change the face of a process used in almost any industry. Hear from her about the structuring of her venture, from partnering with the right talent to engaging current students to participate in their development. With a vision to create abundance, making difficult processes ac...
Sep 23, 2024•32 min
Abbie Fish – Founder, Swim Like a Fish Swim Like A. Fish was founded and created by retired University of Georgia Alumni/Swammer, Abbie Fish. Abbie has been on a mission ever since they retired from swimming to change the way coaching feedback is given and help ANYONE in the swimming community get to their goals. Did you know that 65% of our population are visual learners? And with that, the majority of swim coaching feedback comes in from auditory and kinesthetic ways? To us, that didn’t make s...
Sep 23, 2024•26 min
Richard Bridge is the founder of Top Banana, an engagement and communications business that specialises in helping organisations connect effectively with their employees and consumers across the world, by creating engaging experiences through live events and film, ultimately driving positive impacts on sales and company culture. Having led the business for 25 years, and with offices in Manchester, Birmingham and London, Richard shares how exciting times are ahead within the sector, with the use ...
Sep 16, 2024•15 min
Meet Renee Schulte, the dynamic owner of Rural Policy Partners! 🌾 In today's feature, Renee shares her journey from mental health professional and elected official to business owner, revealing her passion for improving mental health systems in rural America. 🚀 Discover how Rural Policy Partners works with various levels of government and organizations to create and enhance mental health systems. Renee's unique approach involves collaborating with a partner who shares her vision and expertise, ...
Sep 16, 2024•20 min
In this Business Spotlight @Tom O'Kelly talks with @Greg Coulter from Cashbook https://www.cashbook.com/ - delivering cashflow management solutions. Building a great team has resulted in a 20% annual compound growth over the last three years. TRUST being a key value offering and rewarding clients with TIME in return. His advice to budding entrepreneurs - "Be open to new learnings and continuously ask what can be done better" Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: / gregcoulter1cashbook 🔔 Want your busi...
Sep 16, 2024•12 min
In this Business Spotlight interview, we hear from Heidi Gregory-Judd of Spick and Span Trash Cans. Heidi is the CEO of Spick and Span Trash Cans and has successfully built the business here in the US with her brother. Heidi walks us through some of the challenges she has faced in growing his business, but also shared key insights in how she has found success for the business. For more information, visit: https://www.spickandspantrashcans.com/ Heidi;s Linkedin: / heidi-gregory-judd-6387a8186 🔔 ...
Sep 16, 2024•19 min
Starting a business is a big step, and running a business for 7 years a bigger achievement. Especially when you have no prior business knowledge. Meet Jack Le Feuvre who founded Le Freak Records in Dundee 7 years ago with a love of music and a business plan he created on a course with the local council. And his biggest lesson? Embrace the failures as learning opportunities along the way… Connect with Jack on Linkedin: / jack-le-feuvre-4750a6126 Le Freak Records website: https://www.lefreakrecord...
Sep 16, 2024•13 min
Starting and running a business can be difficult in itself. But how do we run a business that's PROFITABLE AND serves a PHILANTHROPIC purpose? Listen to how Ryan's start-up business achieves both and how he strikes a balance... Check out https://mpowa.io You can get in touch with Ryan here: / ryan-a-lavelle 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website: https://www.businessspotlightseries.com #business #entrepreneur #adv...
Sep 16, 2024•13 min
Jane Lambert, ECG Training and Makewell Clinic They provide Autism & ADHD diagnostic services in the private clinic. Neurodiversity at workplace is celebrated as they have high no of employees who are neurodiverse (learning difficulties, ADHD, autism). Positive of having employees with passion, creativity, high energy and the employees thrive when they are in the right role with right support. This makes it a very powerful team. If employees have a disability - make them feel comfortable and...
Sep 11, 2024•16 min
Lucas Van Der Schalk of Complex 5 Rs - Remove, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repurpose (downcycle or regenerate). Good sustainability isn't always to recycle; Reuse is more important (eg milk from reusable bottles), therefore it is better to drink coke from reusable bottles. When drinking coke, preference should be plastic, can and lastly glass and ensure that it is resuable. Packaging to be sustainable from CO2 point of view Mindset towards sustainability can be changed with showing people or telling...
Sep 11, 2024•15 min
Chris Knight - Founder and CEO of Digital Agency Innermedia Client 1st Focus - I'll rather lose money but have a happy client; the ethos of company has always been to make customers happy. We offer good value, ethos as we pride ourselves in always being honest. Our business is based on 'Retention' as everything we do is in the interest of clients - we have 98% of retention rate with clients which has helped us to grow. Two most important R's - Retention & Relationship Important thing is to '...
Sep 11, 2024•20 min
Joanne Cole, the founder of BrokerIQ, opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, the challenges she has faced, and the valuable lessons she has learned along the way. Joanne shares her insights on what it takes to succeed in business, offering practical advice and motivation for aspiring entrepreneurs. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting out, this video is packed with tips and inspiration that can help you navigate your own path to success. Check out https://www.brokeriq.c...
Sep 09, 2024•21 min
Dive into the heartwarming journey of Zoe Schuler, the Co-Owner of Z Boutique, a women's plus-size clothing haven celebrating its 10th Anniversary! A decade ago, Zoe and her team set out to create a unique space for plus-size women. In an industry with limited options, Z Boutique emerged as a sanctuary, offering a genuine boutique experience tailored to the needs of plus-size individuals. Their mission is clear to make every customer feel seen, served, and celebrated, just like shopping with a s...
Sep 09, 2024•17 min
In this Business Spotlight, you'll get to hear from Isabel Baker, owner of Pure Commerical Cleaning. You'll quickly learn how Isabel uses her energy and focus through the development and scaling of her business. Among the many nuggets of wisdom are that as an owner, you don't have to do the tecnhical aspects of your business first to be successful. She emphasizes hiring capable team members that clearly embody your core values, and support them to excel in their roles. And for those just getting...
Sep 09, 2024•16 min
🌊 Ocean King Limited: A Journey of Growth with Steven Thai! 🍤 Matt Bull, MD of ActionCOACH in Loughborough, is thrilled to bring you another insightful episode of the Business Spotlight series. Today, Matt welcomes Steven Thai from Ocean King Limited, a family business with a 26-year history in the prawn industry. 🍤 Meet Steven: Steven introduces himself as the Managing Director of Ocean King Limited. He shares the journey of Ocean King, starting with the humble beginnings of selling prawns f...
Sep 09, 2024•19 min
Gokhan goes into detail on how he has grown his company supplying Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV's) by focussing strongly on his customers' needs and building a winning culture. Gokhan focuses on recruiting people who will fit in with his team's core values and have a passion for what they do. Gokhan talks about constant and focussed change and innovation to expand vertically within his niche - or his "Yellow Brick Road" as he calls it. Connect with Gokhan on LinkedIn: / gokhan-celik-11b875156 🔔...
Sep 09, 2024•36 min
In this fun and interactive interview, we sit down with Steve Watts, the Managing Director of Abstract AVR, to explore the principles and practices of effective business leadership. Gain valuable insights from a leader at the helm of one of the most innovative companies in the tech industry. You can get in touch with Steve Watts here: / steve-watts-89b40528 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website: https://www.busin...
Sep 09, 2024•41 min
Skillset without Mindset leads to Upset - Pow! So what's that mindset we need? Smart entrepreneurs look at Return on Investment AS WELL AS Return on Time! What's wasting your time? Where should you double down on? Listen to some more wise business advice from the man who took 1 accountancy practice into 30 within a handful of years - Sumit Agarwal. Check out dnsassociates.co.uk You can get in touch with Sumit here: / sumitagarwaldns 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotl...
Sep 09, 2024•14 min
Jeremy has been in business for over 20 years. He is the CEO. They work with not only very large brands but can also support smaller businesses even one man bands. They have won multiple awards and work with 53 of the companies featured in the Groser Magasine You can get in touch with Jeremy Stern here: / jeremy-stern-9a61b6 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website: https://www.businessspotlightseries.com #business ...
Sep 02, 2024•20 min
Garage Style have a great reputation as ‘The UK’s Premier Garage Flooring Company’ with a premium range of modular floor tiles and extensive knowledge when it comes to garage transformations. GarageStyle Flooring is engineered to turn your garage into a showroom to be proud of. Their tough interlocking floor tiles can withstand even the harshest garage environments. Transform your floor space in hours, not days with Garage Style’s quick interlocking tile system. Unlike many other options no spec...
Sep 02, 2024•16 min
In today's Business Spotlight Interview we hear from Dov Bercovici. Dov has been at the Discovery Centre for the last 18 years and loves his job because of the fun he has! Dov goes into a very interesting story on how the Discovery Centre started and its growth. Dov touches on the importance of fostering a positive work environment for his employees and making sure everyone is taken care of. Dov touches on the importance of funding and how it played such a large part in the growth of the Discove...
Sep 02, 2024•19 min
Step into the world of men's fashion with our latest podcast episode! Join us today as we sit down with William, the mastermind behind Bootspy.com, a renowned online platform and YouTube channel dedicated to unraveling the mysteries of boot purchasing and styling for men. As the leader of Bootspy, William shares his insights, tips, and tricks on finding the perfect pair of boots to elevate any outfit. Bootspy is just one facet of Peacoat Media, a dynamic umbrella company housing various brands c...
Sep 02, 2024•44 min
In this Business Spotlight podcast we hear from Kate Cohen of it's Our Plant Too. Kate describes their mission as wanting to encourage children to think about how what they do affects our planet; from tiny seedlings to huge trees and the animals and people that rely on them. During the podcast we explore several themes around education and partnerships crucial to changing heats and minds, and in this case, from a young age. Let’s inspire them to be kind to our world and protect their future… Lea...
Sep 02, 2024•10 min
The Hummingbird Wine Bar & Market https://www.hummingbirdwinebarandmkt.... The Hummingbird Wine Bar & Market is a tailored experience focusing on the culture and history of wine. Whether you want to make it a date night out or grab a glass of wine to-go to walk around downtown Fayetteville, the Hummingbird Wine Bar & Market offers a variety of different wines for any type of wine drinker and will rotate specialty cocktails. You can find us at 240 Glynn Street S, Fayetteville. How I B...
Sep 02, 2024•31 min
