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DEVELOPING OUR COMPANY FOR SUCCESS | With Chris Mayne and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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START YOUR BUSINESS WITH A GREAT CONCEPT | With David Teifer and David Dowdy | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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UNDERSTAND YOUR MARKET AND STAY CALM UNDER PRESSURE | With Gordon McElroy and Peter Magee | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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DEVELOP A FLYWHEEL EFFECT BY EXCELLING IN OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY | With Jim Donnelly and Kay Cote | Business Spotlight
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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 visi…
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DISRUPTING AN INDUSTRY TAKES VISION | With Adam Zimmerman and Scott MacMeans | The Business Spotlight
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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 tak…
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BRINGING HOSPITALITY SOLUTIONS TO THE REGION'S RECRUITMENT SECTOR | With Tim Lewis and Peter Magee | Business Spotlight
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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,…
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STAY RESILIENT IN THE FACE OF BUSINESS CHALLENGES | With Chris Sunseri and Heather Frierson | The Business Spotlight
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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 stron…
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HAVE A PLAN AND KNOW THAT IT WILL LIKELY CHANGE | With Andre Regard and Mark McNulty | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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HOW WE TOOK OUR BUSINESS FROM 5 TO 250 PEOPLE | With Ricky Flax and Mark Sharp | The Business Spotlight
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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 househo…
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STANDING OUT IN A COMPETITIVE MARKET | With Dan Kinsella and Andy Hemming | The Business Spotlight
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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% gr…
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DO YOUR BEST & DO THE BEST FOR PEOPLE AROUND YOU | With Moreland McDiarmid and Rupert Hine | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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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 …
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OUR SUCCESSFUL 27-YEAR JOURNEY | With Rob Auchincloss & Jonathan Appel and Heather Frierson | The Business Spotlight
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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 …
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GROWING THE BUSINESS INTO OTHER MARKETS | With Steve Hoban and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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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 …
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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 …
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GET THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO HELP YOU DO THINGS YOU'RE NOT GOOD AT | With Melody Ford and Rupert Hine | The Business Spotlight
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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-…
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THESE LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES THAT HAVE DRIVEN MY SUCCESS | With Kirt McGhee and Kay Cote | The Business Spotlight
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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 crea…
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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 cha…
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THE IMPACT OF AUTOMATION AND HOW IT'S HELPING TO IMPROVE | With James Bates and Heather Frierson | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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HOW I CREATED JOBS IN UNCERTAIN TIMES | With Jim Panton and Javier Peralta | The Business Spotlight
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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 …
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DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF, IT'S A LONG JOURNEY | With Carlos E Sanchez and Todd Rodden | The Business Spotlight
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Meet Carlos Sanchez, a Cincinnati based entrepreneur in the roofing industry whose commitment to supporting the community reaches for the sky. Carlos founded Continental Roof Co in 2009 after years working in construction and trades. He had a deep desire to own a business that also served the community which Continental has done in many ways includ…
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WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON OUR FLEXIBILITY TO CUSTOMISE | With Jeff Frankling and Mark Sharp | The Business Spotlight
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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 …
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UNLOCKING INTUITIVE AND ENERGETIC POWER IN BUSINESS | With Aude Firmin and Alida Niehaus | The Business Spotlight
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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 Mi…
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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 ar…
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BE COMMITTED TO TAKE THE BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL | With John Cox and Javier Peralta | The Business Spotlight
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In this Business Spotlight, we hear from John Cox, Managing Director at Cox & Co. The stockbrokers for bricks & mortar! John tells us the difficult decisions he had to make when he realised some family members were not aligned with his vision of the business. Full of passion and totally committed to take the business to the next level building a st…
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LEARN TO NAVIGATE CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES ALIKE | With John McGucken and Peter Magee | The Business Spotlight
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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 …
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OUR PERFECT POSITIONING IS OUR BIGGEST SUCCESS FACTOR | With Sher Shah and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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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…
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HOW TO CREATE A POINT OF DIFFERENCE | With Russell Goldsmith and Mark Sharp | The Business Spotlight
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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 …
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MAXIMISING SALES AND VISIBILITY IN AN EFFICIENT WAY | With Nick Comer and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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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 Spot…
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KEEP YOUR OVERHEAD TO AN ABSOLUTE MINIMUM | With Timothy Smith and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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Tim Smith is the Managing Director of Goodwin Smith and Redfoot Shoes, who are a 4th generation shoemaker, supplying online direct to consumers with a high quality value for money proposition. You can get in touch with Tim Smith here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-s... 🔔 Want your business to be featured as our next Business Spotl…
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SURROUND YOURSELF WITH POSITIVE PEOPLE | With Ellie Dunmore and Sonali Nigam | The Business Spotlight
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We had a fantastic time with Ellie Dunmore, Managing Director at Penny Price Aromatherapy, on the Business Spotlight with our host Sonali. In this episode, they talk about: the importance of having an open door policy and a weekly email on achievements why you need to surround yourself with the positive people We hope you enjoy! You can get in touc…
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DON'T UNDERESTIMATE CUSTOMERS' HELP IN IMPROVING YOUR BUSINESS | With Lynn Daniel and Matt Morris | Business Spotlight
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In this business spotlight interview we hear from Lynn Daniel, Founder and CEO of The Daniel Group. Lynn shares insights on how The Daniel Group helps deliver exceptional experiences that drive growth and customer loyalty. We talk about how shaping the Customer Experience (CX) results in sustainable business growth through better referrals and impr…
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Welcome to the Business Spotlight Series with your host, Kay Cote! In this insightful episode, Kay sits down with Ricky Mehra, the visionary Managing Director of My Law Matters. Ricky shares his inspiring journey from aeronautical engineering to pioneering a client-focused, tech-driven law firm during the pandemic. Discover how Ricky turned challen…
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STRATEGIES AND INSIGHTS THAT DRIVE SUCCESS | With Macon Stokes and Heather Frierson | The Business Spotlight
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In this episode of the Business Spotlight Podcast, Heather Frierson interviews Macon Stokes, the CEO of Amplifier, a 3rd party e-commerce logistics provider. Macon shares Amplifier’s innovative approach to e-commerce logistics, focusing on maintaining customer relationships while outsourcing logistics, and details their new system set to launch in …
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THE POWER OF STEADY GROWTH, RESILIENCE, AND BOUNDARIES | With Barry Gray and Scott Millar | The Business Spotlight
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In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we shine a light on Barry Gray, a business owner whose journey spans Architecture, Childcare and Sports Recovery & Wellbeing. Through years of navigating diverse industries, Barry has learned the importance of valuing the people around you and building strong management teams. He emphasises the powe…
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ASK FOR HELP - IN BUSINESS AND IN LIFE | With Joe Donnelly and Peter Magee | The Business Spotlight
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In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we’re proud to feature Joe Donnelly, founder and CEO of TAMHI, a mental health charity born out of a personal loss. Since its started in 2009, Joe has transformed TAMHI from a small community project into a thriving organisation, making a lasting impact on mental health awareness, particularly among…
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DO THIS TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY IN BUSINESS | With Jonathan Reed and Simon Marshall | The Business Spotlight
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Join Simon Marshall as he interviews Jon Reed, Managing Director and shareholder of Amron Architectural, a specialist in creative metal solutions for architects and interior designers. Jon shares his inspiring journey and discusses the challenges of transitioning from employee to employer, managing staff effectively, and aligning team roles with th…
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For 21+ years, Steven Spurlock has balanced broadcasting and business—because who says you have to pick just one? He’s worked on everything from NFL broadcasts to corporate events, managing labor, productions, and contracts with unions, vendors, and attorneys. Recently, he’s dove deeper into payroll, building on my experience designing data systems…
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WHY YOU NEED TO LEARN FROM CHALLENGES | With Declan Holmes and Scott Millar | The Business Spotlight
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In this episode of the Business Spotlight Series, we’re thrilled to feature Declan Holmes, founder and managing director of Nightcap Event Group. Established in 2013 as a mobile cocktail bar, Nightcap has flourished into a multifaceted enterprise that spans bespoke private cocktail events, festival bars, corporate functions and a thriving hospitali…
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BUILDING A CULTURE OF SERVICE, ONE TEAM MEMBER AT A TIME | With Hunter McFadden and Everardo Recendiz | The Business Spotlight
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Hunter McFadden, CEO of GreenCube, is a testament to the power of perseverance and building a strong company culture. After graduating from ULM, he took a leap of faith in 2005, leaving a secure job to pursue his entrepreneurial dreams. Starting with just himself, he built GreenQube into a thriving IT services company, now with 15 employees and a g…
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WHERE COMMUNITY AND CUSTOMER SERVICE TAKE CENTER STAGE | With Joshuah Sparks and Everardo Recendiz | The Business Spotlight
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Joshuah Spartz, CEO of Racket & Jog Incorporated, embodies the spirit of a true community leader. His journey with the company began over a decade ago, starting as a part-time employee right out of high school. Driven by a passion for the business and a strong work ethic, he steadily climbed the ranks, eventually becoming a partner and then, just s…
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HAIR RESTORATION: BRINGING HAIR LOSS SOLUTIONS TO THE MIDWEST | With Rowdy Coffman and Everardo Recendiz | Business Spotlight
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Rowdy Coffman, owner of Hair Restoration Solutions, is a true entrepreneur with a passion for helping people regain their confidence. His journey began over three decades ago, starting as a Navy corpsman before venturing into carpet cleaning. A chance encounter with a plastic surgeon led him to the world of hair restoration, where he quickly discov…
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FROM FOOD TRUCK TO SAUCE BRAND | With Nicholas Forrest and Rupert Hine | The Business Spotlight
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What's in a brand? Meet Nick Forrest whose love of Mexican food, passion for outside catering and enthusiasm for meeting people led him to set up a food truck in Edinburgh. From food truck to sauce brand, and then on to more trucks and an outside catering business, and his best decision? Getting the right graphic designer to help him stand out and …
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EVERY DAY IS A LEARNING DAY IN BUSINESS | With Emma Johnson and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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Emma Johnson is Director at Mylo Communications which is a specialist impact consultancy which focuses on social purpose, value and how to leave a lasting legacy in highly regulated and complex industries like defence, nuclear, justice etc. Emma is also a director of Forests With Impact which is another amazing social enterprise setting up commerci…
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STAY CALM, STAY RESILIENT - SUCCESS FOLLOWS | With Michael McVerry and Mick Corrigan | The Business Spotlight
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Michael McVerry is the Managing Director of Buzz Education who 18 years ago left his job as a teacher to set up his Marketing agency, specialising exclusively by working with organisations supplying the education sector, especially schools. You can get in touch with Michael McVerry here on LinkedIn: / michael-mcverry-schoolmailings 🔔 Want your busi…
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NOTHING CHANGES IF NOTHING CHANGES | With Allegra Al Smadi and David Dowdy | The Business Spotlight
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In this Business Spotlight, we hear from Allegra Al Smadi, co-owner with her husband, of My Pevo. Allegra shares the excitement of starting their business in the early days of the Covid shutdown. Certainly, among the keys to success that she shares are commitment and adaptability. One additional key she emphasizes is humility, knowing they don't kn…
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TAKING MY BUSINESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL | With Teddy Lee and Rupert Hine | The Business Spotlight
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From a passion for authentic Japanese food, to his journey to create a restaurant, and now the strategy to take that experience across the length and breadth of the UK, meet Teddy Lee. Teddy talks about realising that he needed to learn authentic Maki and Ramen cuisine, and the marketing coup that happened when he shut his restaurant to go to schoo…
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KNOW WHAT'S THE RIGHT FIT FOR YOU | With Sarah and Andrew Elson and Mike Moss | The Business Spotlight
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Sarah and Andrew Elson, the husband-and-wife duo behind Berry & Oak Chartered Financial Planners. Over the past 20 years, they’ve grown their business from the ground up into a thriving team of 12, dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals. In this interview, Sarah and Andrew share the les…
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PEOPLE ARE THE GLUE FOR ANY BUSINESS | With Christopher Mallery and David Dowdy | The Business Spotlight
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In this Business Spotlight, we hear from Christopher Mallery, founder and owner of Top 2 Bottom Business Solutions. With over 10 years in the industry, you'll hear Christopher emphasize the people as the glue for the business, and the reason for its growth and successes. Specifically, self-starters and the ability to manage their time, is key. And …
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