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Just back in London from Copenhagen, we discuss on how normal life is in Denmark compared to UK and how people need to meet people to build real relationships.

For the last 3 years Mads has been building and championing his platform. A single API where consumer facing businesses and website can allow their visitors and clients can apply to multiple lenders simultaneously. 

A graduate of Copenhagen Business School, Mads honed his knowledge of lending at Zopa and Lendable growing a wide network of contacts and the knowledge and skills need to try and attempt a super complex API for financial lending. 

As a platform and by re-defining the broker model Accepty makes finance fairer for consumers and doesn’t keep the customer details leaving the lenders with the relationship from the beginning.

With over 30 lenders on the platform, his company now counts comparison sites, loan brokers, finance apps, lenders and banks as clients. Accepty is now the leading loans api for search and comparison engines in the UK. 

Mads has retained their independence so there are no vested interests  – this means their service is not favouring higher commissions to the detriment of customers and unlike other providers, they do not compete against our partners and we only succeed when our partners succeed.

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News Flash ! – Quinoa isn’t pronounced the way you think or why you think… That’s one of many amazing things I learned from Meeting Kathryn and the most trivial.

Listen to this episode as Kathryn tells the story behind her success at Discount Vouchers and her amazing new startup Upside Savings , a single app that can save money in your bank account based on what and where you shop while you do nothing!

Since our recording their Seedrs campaign is now live and as of 19/09/2020 is at 87% of target – have a look and find out more at Seedrs as they “Reinvent cashback through Open Banking to build a nation of savers.”

Other subjects covered including maximising your email list open rates and being smart about which providers to use and why, how Honey won the toolbar / extension wars and ways to save while shopping online. 

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Did you know there were 10,000 varieties of Champagnes in France you have never seen in the UK? Me neither! 

Peter and Dan are two of the most interesting people i’ve met – the depth and knowledge they have of the wine is amazing.

Add in their energy, humour and sense of mission and this podcast fizzes with energy 🙂

They have launched Sip Champagnes to bring you the very best wines from across France from small local vineyards. These champagnes are the very best they can find and the effort they put into to finding, tasting and importing these wines is immense.

Really worth a listen – their genuine care and passion shines through and it was a pleasure to interview them!

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A fun and insightful chat with Tom Wood, the CEO and founder of Cazana. 

In a short space of time, he has built the company, raised crowdfunding and equity funding, bought https://carandclassic.co.uk and taken to Cazana to be a leading data company in the automotive space.

Tom hails from a business & innovation background having led technology teams within investment banking and pharmaceutical sectors and founded and sold companies in the marketing technology space. 

Cazana provides automotive insights for the future of vehicle ownership. Using big data and predictive analytics, Cazana analyses millions of automotive transactions daily to assess the value and risk associated with every vehicle on the road

Cazana’s systems are used by manufacturers, finance companies, dealerships and insurers globally. 

(Since this was recorded Cazana was sold to Cazoo)

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Unlock the secrets behind powerful branding with branding guru Andrew King, the innovative force behind PJ Smoothies and Strike, who joins us to dissect the anatomy of a brand that not only captures attention but also accrues value. 

Andrew offers a treasure trove of wisdom for those looking to elevate their company’s market presence. Whether you're at the forefront of a fledgling startup or driving an established enterprise, our conversation with Andrew is packed with real-world examples and actionable advice, showcasing the undeniable link between a fortified brand and its ability to command higher respect and value.

As an expert in branding and positioning, I have learned a lot from this conversation. He explains in depth how to build your brand DNA and it’s not just about packaging.

Learn how your brand impacts the whole company, its ethos, beliefs and values.

WARNING – The sound quality is not as good as it could be. This was a recorded call without decent microphones, but it was worth listening to!

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When the world ground to a halt, Lee's sabbatical in Thailand unexpectedly turned into the birth of PPE for People, a company now at the forefront of supplying vital protective gear during the global pandemic. Our latest episode spotlights Lee's remarkable journey, from navigating the turbulent beginnings with test kits to his company's intricate dance with the PPE supply chain. Step into our conversation as we traverse the complexities of managing a remote team, the scrutiny of sourcing products from China, and how time seemed to warp in the pandemic's early days, leading to rapid advancements in medical technology.

Imagine a marketplace where care homes can secure PPE not only swiftly and efficiently but also affordably through a smart reverse auction platform. That's the reality Lee's team crafted for the UK, revolutionizing the procurement process. Tune in to learn about the inception of this platform that balances cost, quality, and speed, and hear how it grew from one to thirty live RFQs in just two weeks. Discover the critical role of user feedback in shaping this evolving marketplace and the stringent supplier criteria that ensure care homes receive the best protection without compromise.

Finally, we unveil the global expansion of this PPE revolution, where Lee's vision to tackle price inflation and accessibility materializes into the largest global PPE marketplace. Beyond the economics, we reflect on the cultural shift in mask-wearing, from a symbol of pandemic response to a staple in daily life across the globe. Lee shares anecdotes from various cultures, illustrating the collective push towards normalcy. And as we celebrate the launch of PPTV, Lee gives us a glimpse into the platform's future, aiming to streamline the PPE buying experience even further. Don't miss this deep dive into how PPE for People is changing the landscape of global health and safety.

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With Sarah Curran MBE helping me, I bring you the first Episode of Confounded TV, a lighthearted and energetic video podcast about life, lockdown, startups, business, and more.

This week, Dan Blatchford of SipChampagnes.com does a 60-second pitch for his new side hustle, and Will Bicknell of Felloh! tells all about starting a new (and amazing) social payments business using Open Banking to revolutionise online payments.

Listen and subscribe on Spotify  or watch the chaos on YouTube 

Confounded TV is the people podcast with amazingly successful and interesting guests and a high-octane energy blast to start the week

Cheers to the entrepreneurial go-getters! 

Dan Blatchford steps into  'The Elevator Pitch' spotlight to showcase his online venture, SipChampagne.com. With a clink of glasses and a pop of sustainably sourced bubbles from less well-known French vineyards, SipChampagne.com is revolutionizing the UK market. 

We also raise a toast to Will Bicknell, diving into his inspiring narrative of birthing a business while on furlough – a testament to his undying ingenuity. 

These stories aren't just about new ventures; they're a tribute to the spirit of supporting the underdog businesses and the emerging industries carving niches in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

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Meet Iman Fadaei  Founder at employukraine.org & TalentPools

Iman is helping the estimated 10m displaced Ukrainians to find work across the world. From a standing start he and his team are helping get Ukrainians into work wherever they end up which helps them with accommodation, mental well-being and quickly getting integrated into a society.

The platform was initiated in response to the situation of their CTO Igor who is Ukrainian and still based in Ukraine. The suddenness of his plight during these first days of the war, and the severity of the situation his family and friends are still experiencing, has inspired the team to contribute however they can. 

From over 100 countries they has posted 2000+ vacancies from companies looking to help. And this is just the beginning - staggeringly employukraine.org has only been live for 30 days and already covered by Forbes, CNBC, Sifted, SIA, REC and others.

 Here's how you can help:

Post a job. 

Do you have a job you can post? Go to employukraine.org

Promote. 

Can you share employukraine.org with your business network and invite them to post their jobs? Feel free to tag employukraine.org on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or TikTok. 

Volunteer.

employukraine.org need help with PR, translations, social media, partnerships, research, development and more.

If you're able to volunteer please send your LinkedIn details and (any) availability to [email protected]

Find out more at https://employukraine.org and find Iman on Linked In at https://www.linkedin.com/in/imanfadaei/ 

Andy is an experienced events producer and is now Chief Executive of Automotion Events, the business behind The British Motor Show. 

After a 12 year absence The British Motor Show returned in 2021, delivering a unique new format and helping educate and entertain nearly 50,000 visitors over 4 days.  Unlike many specialist shows, they focus on bringing automotive back to the masses, helping to deliver new audiences to all elements of automotive, from EV to Motorsport. 

The British Motor Show is like no motor show seen before, featuring dynamic content including an arena show, 2 Live Stages, "The Electric Motor Show", test drives and much much more. 

Andy has over 20 years experience within the automotive industry, with specific experience in business development and event and business management. A strong passion for the industry and a leader with a focus on delivering innovative solutions to help promote our industry. 

Find out more at https://thebritishmotorshow.live

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