In this episode, Martin sits down with Tanya Phillips, founder of Best Fur Forward, a unique e-commerce business born out of Tanya’s passion for animals and sustainability. Tanya shares her journey from being a dedicated vet to launching her own product—an eco-friendly, plant-based cat litter that is taking the pet care industry by storm.

Discover how Tanya turned a personal challenge into a thriving business idea, explored new horizons in China, and created a product that not only helps our furry friends but also contributes to a greener planet. In this insightful conversation, Tanya also highlights the importance of mentorship and how Realise Business has been an integral part of her entrepreneurial journey.

If you're thinking about starting a business, especially one rooted in a cause, this episode offers valuable lessons on perseverance, market research, and scaling with purpose. Tune in for an inspiring story of grit and creativity!

In the debut episode of The People in Business Podcast, Realise Business CMO Debbie Hatumale-Uy and CEO Martin Rogers pull back the curtain on why this podcast exists — and why people matter more than business plans. This isn’t your typical business podcast.

Join Debbie and Martin as they share candid reflections on the ups, downs, and messy middle of running a business. From Debbie’s story of starting OTSS while pregnant on the couch to Martin’s philosophy that “technology should enhance relationships, not replace them,” this episode is all heart, humour, and hard-won wisdom.

You’ll walk away with permission to be yourself, ideas for showing up online without the overwhelm, and a reminder that you are never alone in your business journey.

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