Growth for Good

Karen Simpson has spent decades shaping the lives of young people through education, but her drive to make a difference has always reached far beyond the classroom. In this episode of the Growth for Good Podcast, host Drew Hendry speaks with Karen Simpson about her remarkable journey from teacher to community leader, and how her …

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In this Growth for Good podcast episode, Drew Hendry interviews Geoff Todd, founder of Farsight Digital Solutions, about building better business systems through ethical AI and automation. Geoff shares powerful insights on transforming business operations whilst maintaining integrity and authenticity. Here are key quotes from the conversation: “We measure success by happy clients. If everyone’s …

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In this episode of the Good Business Podcast, Libby McDonald, founder of We Are Thryve, shares her journey from Highland care homes to HR consultancy and how she’s helping businesses move from surviving to thriving through people-first leadership. Key Takeaways:

In this episode, Drew is joined by Laura Johnson Scott from the Highland Wellness Collective. Laura shares her journey from being a community dance artist to founding a social enterprise that combines creativity, community, and mental health support. She discusses how the Highlands Wellness Collective offers accessible mental health services, including counselling, dance classes, and …

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This Miele’s Gelateria podcast episode explores how Michael Miele built his family gelato business in Inverness and how it grew into one of the Highlands’ most recognisable food brands.Discover how Michael Miele built Miele’s Gelateria into one of the Highlands’ most successful family businesses. In this Growth for Good episode, he shares how heritage, innovation, …

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Listen HERE to the Growth for Good Podcast – Clan Alchemy In this episode of the Growth for Good podcast series, Drew Hendry speaks with Neil Sykes, founder of Clan Alchemy – a consultancy that helps organisations turn plans into action and build connected, purpose-led teams. Neil shares how understanding people and purpose creates lasting …

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In this Growth for Good episode, Drew Hendry meets Kate O’Brien and Andy O’Connor, co-founders of Equally Placed, a Highlands-based recruitment company putting inclusion at the heart of hiring. Listen Now They discuss how their innovative “blind recruitment by design” platform removes bias, promotes fairness, and helps employers find the best talent through values-led matching. …

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When Lisa Lugton lost her beloved Jack Russell, Oliver, it changed her life – and inspired her to build a service that offers compassion, dignity, and care to grieving pet families. In this episode of the Growth for Good Podcast, host Drew Hendry speaks with Lisa about the founding of Oliver’s Highland Pet Crematorium in …

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In just two and a half hours, complete beginners leave the Highland School of Jewellery with a silver ring they’ve made themselves -and with it, a spark of confidence that ignites a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Listen Now When Dr Karen-Ann Dicken opened the Highland School of Jewellery in Inverness, she wasn’t just …

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In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the story behind a kombucha brand that’s more than just a beverage. From inherited recipes and humble beginnings to navigating challenges and building a community-driven business in Scotland, our guest shares how culture, resilience, and purpose can brew something truly transformational. Listen for an inspiring blend of entrepreneurship, …

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