Martin is a co-founder of Hibernia Venture Labs. Hibernia Venture Labs has a pan European presence and is headquartered in Dublin. Founded in 2021, Hibernia Venture Labs currently have 140 employed and expect to grow substantially over the next year. Hibernia Venture Labs are empowering businesses of every scale with tailored technology solutions Hibernia Venture Labs specialise in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses, regardless of their s...
Jan 15, 2025•47 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we feature Valerie Ludlow, Chief Executive and Chief Strategy Officer of ASG & Partners, a Belfast-based advertising and events agency. With 25 years of experience in the communications industry and 14 years with ASG, Valerie has risen through the ranks, from Advertising Account Director to Chief Executive. She thrives on the diversity of the agency’s work, helping businesses view their customers from fresh perspectives while fostering a supp...
Jan 15, 2025•21 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Podcast, Chris Sunseri, a former corporate employee turned small business owner, shares his journey of acquiring South Austin Metals and navigating the challenges of transitioning from a large corporation to managing a local business. Chris reveals his unique approach to business growth, from building strong vendor relationships to optimizing operations for efficiency. He also discusses the hybrid model of South Austin Metals, which combines steel sales ...
Jan 13, 2025•44 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we’re thrilled to feature Tim Lewis, Managing Director of Humberston Group. With 30 years in the recruitment sector, Tim has navigated the industry’s highs and lows with resilience and adaptability. Establishing the company in Northern Ireland in 2017 and finding a niche in construction recruitment, he had to refocus his business toward the Republic of Ireland in response to the challenges of Brexit. Now, he’s aiming to re-establish a foothold in...
Jan 13, 2025•20 min
Adam Zimmerman from Design House (IDEAL) is a man with a vision to disrupt a longstanding marketing tool, the printed weekly circular! The team at Design House (IDEAL) sees the old school printed circular that shows up in your mailbox for the local grocery store as a relic. Data shows people are not using them to make buying decisions let alone taking them past the trash barrel and onto the kitchen counter. So how do you bring customers back into the fold as a grocery store or retail merchant? T...
Jan 13, 2025•34 min
In this Business Spotlight, we get to speak with David Teifer, owner and founder of Lead Vision. Having started 17 years ago, he highlights some of the changes in digital marketing and speaks to the changes in employee priorities over the years. You'll hear several times where David expresses his gratitude for and relationship with his team. Though he can't imagine not being an owner at this point, he admits how lonely and scary it can be at the top. Among the many nuggets he shares, David recom...
Jan 13, 2025•19 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we’re delighted to feature Gordon McElroy, founder and director of MKB Law. With 35 years in the industry and 20 years leading his practice, Gordon has honed a focus on serving SMEs within the commercial sector, tailoring services specifically for business owners. He shares insights on how the legal landscape has evolved, emphasising the importance of understanding your market, staying calm under pressure and building strong client relationships....
Jan 13, 2025•14 min
At Regard Law Group, we are deeply committed to providing exceptional legal services to our clients. Our team of highly skilled Lexington personal injury attorneys and business law attorneys are dedicated to delivering proactive and tenacious representation while also providing a personalized touch to your case. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer innovative legal solutions in Kentucky tailored to meet your unique needs. We understand the importance of addressing legal matters promptly an...
Jan 13, 2025•29 min
Join us in this insightful episode of the Business Spotlight series, as Andy Hemming sits down with Dan Kinsella, Managing Director of Weatherit, a UK-based company specialising in high-quality garden and landscaping products. Dan shares the journey of Weatherit, from its inception to its impressive growth over the past four years, achieving 50% growth annually. Listeners will learn how Weatherit stands out in a competitive market with a focus on quality and UK manufacturing, the importance of h...
Jan 13, 2025•17 min
Welcome to the Business Spotlight Series hosted by Kay Cote! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Jim Donnelly, co-founder and CEO of Humanaut Health, a company revolutionizing the health optimization space. Jim shares his inspiring entrepreneurial story, the challenges and triumphs of business ownership, and the innovative vision behind Humanoid. 🚀 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The mission of Humanoid: adding 20+ healthy years to people’s lives through proactive, hol...
Jan 13, 2025•27 min
IBC Simply renowned in shaking up beverages in food service for over 25 years, continues to have phenomenal growth with its brands Simply and Dinoshakes. As part of this growth, they made the strategic acquisition of March Foods. March Foods is one of the UK’s leading co-packing and co-manufacturing entities, and they work with many leading household names. IBC Simply had already been working successfully together with March Foods for many years, and the synergy between product and manufacturing...
Jan 13, 2025•19 min
Chris Mayne is the Managing Director of Frosberg Services who work in the field of technology and engineering services. They create bespoke solutions in a broad range of markets for mission critical needs around Positioning, Navigation and Timing. You can get in touch with Chris Mayne here on LinkedIn: / chris-mayne-8a025b22 🔔 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 ...
Jan 13, 2025•13 min
Steve Hoban is the CEO of Suresite Group who have focused on payment systems and health & safety within UK forecourts and who are progressing into a "one stop shop" in this sector with additional uses like air, car wash and vending which is also growing further into other usage occasions and markets. So the future looks very bright not withstanding the challenges this will bring. You can get in touch with Steve Hoban here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevehoba... 🔔 Want your bus...
Jan 09, 2025•11 min
In this episode of The Business Spotlight Series, your host Kay Cote sits down with Kirt McGhee, the visionary CEO and founder of Pura Vito Bioplastics. Dive into Kirt's entrepreneurial journey and discover the innovative strides his company is making with 100% bio-based, compostable drinking straws. Hear the inspiring story behind Pura Vito’s creation, the challenges of combating greenwashing, and the leadership principles that have driven Kirt's success. Learn about the company’s mission to re...
Jan 09, 2025•21 min
You ask Janine Kelbach of WriteRN why she started her business and she’ll tell you what she was doing at that time was not fitting the life she wanted. Janine’s WHY is simple yet elegant, Kids, Family, Flexibility. Spending years working for someone else, on the schedule they dictated, as a Labor & Delivery nurse was not fitting what Janine wanted for herself. So, she did something about it. Janine had a pivot point in her life, COVID. The pandemic changed a lot for so many people. Janine sa...
Jan 09, 2025•27 min
Join Heather Frierson on the Business Spotlight Series as she hosts an enlightening conversation with Eden founders, CEO Jonathan Appel, and Chief Technology Officer Rob Auchincloss. In this engaging episode, Jonathan and Rob discuss their innovative company, Eden. With a focus on reverse-engineering Mother Nature's processes, Eden has developed a groundbreaking technology that transforms waste into valuable resources like clean-burning fuels and fertilizers. Jonathan delves into the intricate d...
Jan 09, 2025•52 min
From Artist to Innovator: Jatin Patel’s Journey in Sustainable Luxury Fashion In this episode of The Business Spotlight, we talk with Jatin Patel, Creative Director of Kalikas Armour, a luxury slow fashion brand redefining sustainable style. Jatin takes us on his journey from aspiring artist to trailblazer in bespoke, made-to-order fashion that champions quality, inclusivity, and innovation. Here’s what you’ll discover in this inspiring conversation: -The highs and lows of entrepreneurship and t...
Jan 09, 2025•25 min
Most important is people brought in and surround yourself with. Have solid base of modernize approach enable to help us with other brands. Let people work with freedom. You can get in touch with Neal Dodd here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neal-dodd... 🔔 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 #advice #podcast #businessowner #businesstips #growth #business...
Jan 09, 2025•14 min
From Engineer, to home care professional, to franchisor, meet Melody Ford who is creating a home care brand to deliver personalised care to people in their own homes. What has she learned - get the right people to help you do the things you are less good at! You can get in touch with Melody Ford here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melody-fo... 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our website: https://www.businesss...
Jan 09, 2025•23 min
Meet Moreland McDiarmid, business owner and entrepreneur who bought Capital Services Solutions and has built a nationwide group. And the underlying theme - do your best, and do the best for everyone around you. Operating in an area of tight margins and cut-throat tenders, he has led them to become the first SME Living Wage Employer headquartered in Scotland. For a lesson in creating aligned businesses with an awesome culture, you need to listen to Moreland You can get in touch with Moreland here...
Jan 09, 2025•26 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Podcast, host Heather Frierson sits down with James Bates, founder of AdviNow, a revolutionary healthcare AI startup. James shares his journey from running operations at Freescale to venturing into the healthcare industry, inspired by the opportunities presented by the Affordable Care Act. After discovering the inefficiencies in medical practices, particularly the time doctors spend on non-medical tasks, James created AdviNow—an AI solution designed to a...
Jan 09, 2025•48 min
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Chloe Myers, the visionary founder of The Be Plan and a dynamic mom of two boys! In this episode, Chloe shares her incredible 9-year journey of building a business dedicated to transforming health and well-being. Chloe opens up about: Her mission to simplify nutrition with clinically-backed solutions. How she stands out in the crowded health industry by leading with integrity and education. The highs and lows of entrepreneurship, from battling self-doub...
Jan 09, 2025•34 min
At Intelligent Membrane's, we offer liquid membranes from our five-star protection of windows and surfaces using biodegradable natural latex, liquid waterproofing membranes that prevents the passage of water and other liquids through a building membrane, to our world famous liquid applied airtight vapour controls. Intelligent Membrane’s coatings are used to protect a range of materials, not only in new building construction but also in retrofits and heritage buildings using breathable sustainabl...
Jan 06, 2025•21 min
At Dor 2 Dor, our wealth of experience in the industry is second to none and spans over 30+ years. We specialise in door to door leaflet distribution of flyers and brochures for use of advertising businesses and authorities. We pride ourselves with the flexibility to tailor our professional services to meet every client’s requirements and are well placed to support your leaflet campaigns whether they large or small. You can get in touch with Jeff here on LinkedIn: / jeff-frankling-d2d 🔔 Want yo...
Jan 06, 2025•34 min
In this Business Spotlight, we hear from Jim Panton, Managing Director at Panton McLeod Ltd, the people who protect and improve water quality! From being in the army to being asked by his father to help him run the family business, Jim jumped into the deep without industry or business experience. He claims he was too naïve to realise what it takes to build a business. Building on what his father started in 1994, Jim put the processes in place to scale the business to the point that got approache...
Jan 06, 2025•32 min
Audere Communications is an audio and video content marketing agency providing end-to-end strategy and production. They create outstanding content and campaigns for leading global brands across a variety of industry sectors, including finance, energy, professional services, sustainability, and not-for-profit. You can get in touch with Russell here on LinkedIn: / russellgoldsmith 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotlight? Book in your FREE podcast slot today via our webs...
Jan 06, 2025•30 min
Nick Comer is the CEO of Rosetta Brands, a business that specialises in representing a full service supply chain for Grocery brands on Amazon, reducing cost, maximising sales and visibility in the most efficient no hassle way. You can get in touch with Nick here on LinkedIn: / nickcomer4 🔔 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 #advice #podcast #businessowner #busin...
Jan 06, 2025•10 min
Sher Shah is the Manging Director of Accrington Surgical Instrument Suppliers Ltd who supply medical devices, surgical tools and procedure packs into hospitals and clinics in the UK. You can get in touch with Sher Shah here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shershah0... 🔔 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 #advice #podcast #businessowner #businesstips #gr...
Jan 06, 2025•11 min
In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we feature John McGucken who has been with Fern Software for nearly a decade. Starting as a project manager, John has grown organically into his role, helping transform Fern from a local business into a global leader in the financial services market that offers a fully integrated suite of financial solutions and cutting-edge AI products. John’s journey reflects a commitment to hard work, strategic vision and an ability to navigate opportunities a...
Jan 06, 2025•17 min
Unlocking Intuitive and Energetic Power in Business with Aude Firmin | Business Spotlight with Alida Niehaus In this episode of Business Spotlight, Alida Niehaus sits down with Aude Firmin, a trailblazer in energy and intuitive coaching for both individuals and corporations. Aude shares her incredible journey from working with global brands like Microsoft and Gucci to creating a thriving business that helps organisations enhance employee well-being and unlock their full potential. What you’ll di...
Jan 06, 2025•18 min
