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Brewing a Business With Tom Holmes
What do you do when your professional sporting career is drawing to a close? Tracy's guest this week found the perfect solution, do what many Rugby players do and turn to drink! Today Tom is a full time director of Bach95... the solution to a problem that has also turned three Rugby passionate mates into the owners of a brewing business!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- During his professional rugby career and a fair few beers along the way, an idea was born in a conversation between Tom and two fellow players. They liked drinking to socialise or unwind in the evening but didn't really want to feel guilty for it. Why can’t anyone have a couple of beers in the evening after a hard day's work without consuming needless calories? Likewise they still wanted to let their hair down on the odd weekend but at least feel a bit better about the amount of calories they'd consumed.
- Tom scoured the market.... and found nothing, nothing that satisfied their taste buds, delivered on ABV and nothing that did both of these with a calorie count of well under 100 kcals. Until they decided to brew it themselves!
- BACH 95’s name came from two of the founders growing up in Sandbach, Cheshire, locally known as the Bach. 9 is Will and Jesse’s playing number, 5 is Holmes' playing number. Then when you put the 9 and the 5 together that’s the calorie count of the beer.
BEST MOMENTS
‘You don’t get the wage that footballers get but it’s better than working on a building site’
‘The focus was to get the ball over that line’
‘You can’t be afraid to get stuck in and get your hands dirty’
EPISODE RESOURCES
https://bach95.com
ABOUT THE GUEST
“Tom Holmes is one of The Bach95 co-founders and emulates everything Bach95 is about. Born in Sandbach, his rugby career has taken him to other locations, but his hometown has always been close to his heart. Having played rugby for various clubs, he picked up some great memories both on and off the pitch. Recreating that feeling is something that he looks to offer everyone who has a Bach95, no matter your background, age or situation – this beer will take you back to those memories. And maybe help you make some more!!
By being aware of the calories and content of the beer, but not compromising on the taste, strength and quality means we can be proud of a product that represents our interests and ourselves.
Starting this journey with Will and Jesse is one he has found exciting as he looks forward to building something special.”
ABOUT THE HOST
With over 25 years of experience in IT Management and Business Consulting and 10 years plus helping hundreds of property investors through training, mentoring and speaking; Tracy founded Witch Property. Tracy is renowned for her knowledge on property & business and her ability to sell, market and grow the property individuals and companies she works with.
With a wealth of experience in business and property, Tracy has a rare capability of mixing her skills in this space with her knowledge of the mind, to ensure a truly rounded experience for growth and development.
Tracy on Facebook
Follow Tracy on Instagram
Tracy's LinkedIn
Witchproperty.com
PODCAST DESCRIPTION
This is a podcast for anyone starting out in business with a willingness to learn from others. Hear stories from guests that have gone from zero to hero in their business and find out what advice they have to share. Tracy will also be bringing you stories from everyday people who are just starting, or are only part way through their own story to success.
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By Tracy Cartland-Ward & Dawn WillockWhat do you do when your professional sporting career is drawing to a close? Tracy's guest this week found the perfect solution, do what many Rugby players do and turn to drink! Today Tom is a full time director of Bach95... the solution to a problem that has also turned three Rugby passionate mates into the owners of a brewing business!
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- During his professional rugby career and a fair few beers along the way, an idea was born in a conversation between Tom and two fellow players. They liked drinking to socialise or unwind in the evening but didn't really want to feel guilty for it. Why can’t anyone have a couple of beers in the evening after a hard day's work without consuming needless calories? Likewise they still wanted to let their hair down on the odd weekend but at least feel a bit better about the amount of calories they'd consumed.
- Tom scoured the market.... and found nothing, nothing that satisfied their taste buds, delivered on ABV and nothing that did both of these with a calorie count of well under 100 kcals. Until they decided to brew it themselves!
- BACH 95’s name came from two of the founders growing up in Sandbach, Cheshire, locally known as the Bach. 9 is Will and Jesse’s playing number, 5 is Holmes' playing number. Then when you put the 9 and the 5 together that’s the calorie count of the beer.
BEST MOMENTS
‘You don’t get the wage that footballers get but it’s better than working on a building site’
‘The focus was to get the ball over that line’
‘You can’t be afraid to get stuck in and get your hands dirty’
EPISODE RESOURCES
https://bach95.com
ABOUT THE GUEST
“Tom Holmes is one of The Bach95 co-founders and emulates everything Bach95 is about. Born in Sandbach, his rugby career has taken him to other locations, but his hometown has always been close to his heart. Having played rugby for various clubs, he picked up some great memories both on and off the pitch. Recreating that feeling is something that he looks to offer everyone who has a Bach95, no matter your background, age or situation – this beer will take you back to those memories. And maybe help you make some more!!
By being aware of the calories and content of the beer, but not compromising on the taste, strength and quality means we can be proud of a product that represents our interests and ourselves.
Starting this journey with Will and Jesse is one he has found exciting as he looks forward to building something special.”
ABOUT THE HOST
With over 25 years of experience in IT Management and Business Consulting and 10 years plus helping hundreds of property investors through training, mentoring and speaking; Tracy founded Witch Property. Tracy is renowned for her knowledge on property & business and her ability to sell, market and grow the property individuals and companies she works with.
With a wealth of experience in business and property, Tracy has a rare capability of mixing her skills in this space with her knowledge of the mind, to ensure a truly rounded experience for growth and development.
Tracy on Facebook
Follow Tracy on Instagram
Tracy's LinkedIn
Witchproperty.com
PODCAST DESCRIPTION
This is a podcast for anyone starting out in business with a willingness to learn from others. Hear stories from guests that have gone from zero to hero in their business and find out what advice they have to share. Tracy will also be bringing you stories from everyday people who are just starting, or are only part way through their own story to success.