In this episode, Jed Hassid sits down with Sam Gladman, co-founder of Substation Climbing Centre, to explore how passion, vision, and resilience can transform a spark of inspiration into a thriving business. From opening the first Substation in Macclesfield to expanding into Brixton, Sam shares the story of building a modern climbing hub that’s as much about community as it is about sport.

You will hear what it was like to step into leadership at a young age, the challenges and rewards of scaling a business across multiple sites, and the balancing act of running a fast-growing company while raising a young family. Sam also reflects on the power of peer networks like Progressive Leaders, and why seeking out community and collaboration is essential for today’s entrepreneurs.

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Follow Sam Gladman and Substation:

• Website: www.substation.co.uk
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sam-gladman

Follow Progressive Leaders:

• Website: progressiveleaders.co.uk
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/progressive-leaders