Oxon Inspires Podcast

In episode seventeen we were joined by a man on the inside of Motorsport, the charismatic and ever-fascinating Guy Austin, former Partner at Ridge Partners LLP and motorsport enthusiast.

We hear about Guy’s illustrious career at Ridge Partners LLP, from where it all started to where he left the partnership with the majority of Formula 1 teams working closely with the Partnership in one form or another. Hear many stories of the influential characters of the Motorsport world; the adventures, scrapes and challenges that come with the territory.

If you ever wanted to build a ground-breaking building, from factory or wind tunnels, Guy is your man! Tune into this week’s show to hear about Guy’s journey with Ridge Partners LLP, Motorsport, RAF and all things infrastructure.

Links & Resources

Please direct all links and resources to the Oxon Inspires Podcast website.

Recommendations

Oxford City Centre - https://oxfordcity.co.uk/about-oxford/oxford-city-centre/

Shipton-under-Wychwood to Charlbury walk - https://www.charlbury.info/route/4

Stow-on-the-wold - https://www.cotswolds.info/places/stow-on-the-wold.shtml

The Fox at Oddington - https://www.instagram.com/thefoxoddington/?hl=en

The King’s Head - https://www.thekingsheadinn.net/

Cherwell Boathouse - https://cherwellboathouse.co.uk/

13 minutes to the moon - https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w13xttx2

In episode sixteen we are joined by the Lithuanian Viking, Vito Marcinkevicius, founder of a specialist personal trainer business, ‘Weights for Soul’, which offers a holistic and scientific approach to sustainable body transformation. Vito’s mission is to M.E.L.T (Metabolic Enhanced Lifestyle Training) away fears, bad habits and poor diet, by promoting weightlifting as a way to enhance our souls.

Hear Vito’s story of patience, determination and perseverance, as he reveals the early lessons he learned about business during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, how poor eating habits often begin in childhood and how creating a community supported by great fitness, nutrition and wellbeing is fundamental to building happiness and ensuring the future success of ‘Weights for Soul’.

Tune into this week’s show to hear about Vito’s journey and learn many great tips about fitness, nutrition, happiness and perseverance.

You can find out more about Vito and ‘Weights for Soul’ in the links and resources below:

https://weightsforsoul.com/

https://www.facebook.com/weightsforsoul/

https://twitter.com/weightsforsoul

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/vito-m-3b063475

https://www.instagram.com/weightsforsoul/?hl=en

In episode fifteen, we are joined by the award-winning entrepreneur, Dan Greenall, Managing Director of Oxford Vapours Ltd and founder of Ohm Boy e-liquids. Dan is a man on a mission to encourage smokers to kick their habit by vaporising their addiction through e-cigarettes.

Hear the inspiring story of how vaping changed Dan’s life and gave him a real passion for supporting those with addictions, making a positive and long-lasting impact on many individuals’ lives. Dan talks us through his creative processes, explaining the principles and drive that gives him the motivation to succeed.

Tune into this week’s show to hear Dan’s inspiring business journey and learn tips and guidance from an impressive young entrepreneur.

You can find out more about Dan and Oxford Vapours in the links and resources below:

https://oxfordvapours.com/

https://ohmboyeliquids.com/

https://buyasock.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/oxford-vapours-ltd

https://www.facebook.com/oxfordvapours/

https://twitter.com/ovapours?lang=en

https://www.instagram.com/oxfordvapours/?hl=en

https://www.instagram.com/dan_ohmboyeliquids/?hl=en-gb

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/daniel-greenall-033742149

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In episode fourteen, we're excited to be joined by our very own ‘Crocodile Dundee’, Shaun Foggett, Owner and Curator of Crocodiles of the World, the UK’s only Crocodile zoo. Shaun tells a fascinating story of persistence and belief for his passion which has led him to become one of the foremost Crocodilian experts in Europe.

In the podcast, Shaun tells us how he realised his dream turning his lifelong desire to work with crocodiles into reality through his own zoo. With a mission focused on the conservation of crocodiles around the world and providing better education, Shaun explains how this has enabled him to build a great team and expand Crocodiles of The World's influence as the foremost expert in crocodilian management across the UK and farther afield.

Tune into this week’s show to hear Shaun’s inspiring and transformational story from kickboxing carpenter turned entrepreneur and all things crocodiles.

You can find out more about Shaun and Crocodiles of The World in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources

https://twitter.com/shaunfoggett?lang=en

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/shaun-foggett-a104a910a

https://www.crocodilesoftheworld.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/crocodilesoftheworld/

https://twitter.com/crocsoftheworld?lang=en

https://www.linkedin.com/company/crocodiles-of-the-world-limited

https://www.instagram.com/crocodilesoftheworlduk/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5WRC7OLopcJbe3z4hWT28g

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/help-care-for-our-animals-whilst-the-zoo-is-closed/comments#start

Croc Man – TV Docuseries - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2020695/

In episode thirteen, we are joined by the charismatic and commercially minded, Gary McHale, Founder and Director of DSA Prospect, an accountancy practice based in the heart of Oxfordshire that provides a fresh approach to accounting,' advice and consultancy for owner-managed businesses and SME’s.

Tune in to hear a fantastic insight into a successful entrepreneur’s mindset, along with guidance on growing a team and a business and some invaluable advice on selling and acquiring businesses.

You can find out more about Gary and DSA Prospect in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/gary-mchale-a6555a12

https://www.dsaprospect.co.uk

https://www.linkedin.com/company/dsa-prospect-ltd

https://twitter.com/dsaprospect

In episode twelve, we are joined by the diligent and vastly experienced, David Parry, Owner of David Parry Employment Law, a boutique law firm by design specialising in employment law, providing a source of wisdom and guidance for businesses and individuals alike.

At the height of the global Coronavirus pandemic, we had the pleasure of talking to David about employment law and the long-lasting impact that the current situation will have on the employment landscape.

David's career spans over 30 years, during which time he has been a Partner at many household law firms and formerly head of the employment team for Darby’s (now Knights Plc), giving him many great stories to tell and successful client case studies to share. 

Tune in for great advice about a career in Law, insights into the employment challenges that the pandemic might cause your business and a few great recommendations for local pubs.

You can find out more about David and David Parry Employment Law in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources

LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/david-parry-16419132

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/david.parry.376695

Website - https://www.parryemploymentlaw.com/about/

Looking for a boost of positivity or a bit of sparkle and magic to kick start you towards achieving a goal or project? Sit back, relax and pick up on the inspirational energy of this week’s guest!

In episode eleven, we have the enjoyable experience of chatting to the effervescent and energetic Laura Brunton, Founder and CEO of Totally You Coaching & Consultancy and one of this year’s speakers at International Women’s Day Interactive Online Event on Thursday 4th March. Laura tells us about her journey from the North East to becoming a high powered, jet setting executive, taking the leap of faith to self-employment and focusing on her passion for helping others realise their true potential. Quite a feat, when you consider she’s achieved this by the tender age of 38, despite the constraints of the pandemic and being kept extremely busy with her husband and two young children!

We think Laura is a superstar and are looking forward to following her on her road to success. After tuning into this show, we’re sure you’ll think the same.

In Laura’s words, what are you waiting for? ‘Step into your BEST LIFE as your BEST SELF!’

**See this week’s guest speaking live at International Women’s Day 2021 interactive online event click HERE for more information**

You can find out more about Laura and Totally You in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources:

https://www.laurabrunton.com/

https://www.instagram.com/totally_you_coach/

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/laura-brunton-71b9289

See Laura live at International Women’s Day 2021, Thursday 4th March: https://events.thewla.com/iwd-2021/

In episode ten we are joined by affable Geordie, Chris Morris, one half of the highly successful husband and wife team behind NGI Finance, the professional and friendly finance specialists supporting the local community with Business Finance Solutions and residential mortgages.

Hear about NGI Finances 15-year journey and how this husband-and-wife team have built a great business built around serving the local community and focussing on building long-term relationship in a space where the bigger players have reduced their time and attention.

Tune in to learn about building a thriving business, great client relationships, tips to separate work and home life and advice for working as a husband-wife duo. As always, we have some time to talk about great places and experiences to enjoy in Oxfordshire.

You can find out more about Chris and NGI in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/chrism1

https://twitter.com/oxtoon

https://www.ngifinance.co.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/ngi-finance

https://twitter.com/ngifinance

If you're in search of tips on how to build a great team and culture within a business, make sure you tune into this week’s episode of Oxon Inspires.

In episode nine, we have the pleasure of chatting to Richard Fuller, Co-Founder and Owner, Bluespires IT. He is definitely one of the good guys in life and the friendly face of IT in Oxfordshire.

Richard tells his story in business to date, which includes a successful sale of a business and his broader mission with Bluespires. He explains how he is deploying this mission with the culture they have cultivated in the business, as well as what they have learnt from years in the sector. He also enjoys a good beer, so listen in to the end of the show as he shares a great spot or three for a decent pint and bite to eat.

You can find out more about Richard and Bluespires IT in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources

https://www.bluespires.co.uk/

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/richard-fuller-92352314

https://twitter.com/bluespires_it

https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluespires

If you are in search of positivity in what has been, let’s call it, a rather odd start to 2021 then look no further!

In episode eight we have the joy of listening to the positivity and passion exude from Mick Livesey, Commercial Director at Oxford City F.C. During our chat we discuss his career, Oxford City F.C.’s ambitions, the importance of the Oxfordshire community, his recent battle with COVID-19 and how he maintains his optimism.

Listen to this week’s show, to be inspired by Mick and the change that Oxford City F.C. is looking to make within football by focussing on building a vibrant community around the club.

You can find out more about Mick and Oxford City F.C. in the links and resources below.

Links & Resources

https://oxfordcityfc.co.uk/

https://twitter.com/OxCityFC

https://www.facebook.com/OxCityFC/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtfmvz3zgeLWRgM5dnOCOxQ

https://twitter.com/micklivesey

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/mick-livesey