Peri Sophos is a successful property investor who has made an incredible journey from Johannesburg, South Africa, to financial freedom in the UK.

Peri shares the highs and lows of his life, including the challenges of growing up in South Africa, his early career in hospitality, and how he transitioned into IT and property investment.

He also opens up about a life-threatening health scare that reshaped his perspective and pushed him to live his dream life. This episode is filled with inspiring lessons on resilience, creative finance, and the power of real estate.

Connect with Peri here and learn more about property investment and creative finance:

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We're in the world of sports design with Jac Elsey, the talented graphic designer behind the stunning visuals for the FAW.

Jac shares his journey from creating Instagram designs as a teen to landing his dream job in Welsh football, along with his passion for design beyond sports.

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Host James sits down with Katie, an experienced HR professional turned entrepreneur, to discuss her fascinating journey from dreaming of acting to becoming a part of the corporate world. Katie shares her transition from corporate HR roles in London to founding her own consultancy, The People Co, which focuses on supporting creative industries and small game studios.

Katie also touches on the value of flexibility in business and the importance of work-life balance. Whether you're an entrepreneur, HR professional, or simply curious about how people-centred leadership can transform companies, this episode offers practical wisdom and inspiring stories.

Tune in for an engaging conversation about the power of good people management in today’s changing work environment.

Connect with Katie:

LinkedIn - Katie Nurse

In this episode of What's Your Stori, we welcomes former footballer and mental health advocate Martin Wagstaff, founder of Springfield Advisory.

Martin opens up about his journey from sports to working in mental health, sharing deeply personal stories, including the tragic loss of a close friend to suicide, and how it shaped his mission to support mental health awareness, especially in sports and business. 
This powerful conversation highlights the importance of mental health support in every community. Tune in for an inspiring and emotional story about resilience, purpose, and making a difference.

Perfect for listeners passionate about mental health, sports, and personal growth.

Connect with Martyn:

Instagram - @springfield_adv

LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/company/springfield-advisory-ltd/

In this episode of What's Your Stori?, we sit down with James Cartwright, the Parent Fat Loss Coach and founder of Conquer Fitness.

James opens up about his nine-year journey in the fitness industry, balancing family life with running a business, and how becoming a parent transformed his approach to health and wellness.

From humble beginnings and early struggles to crafting a unique business model, James shares how he overcame personal challenges, including the impact of COVID, to build a community-driven fitness brand.

Tune in for an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, hard work, and finding balance in life.

Connect with James:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jamescartwrightpt/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/conquerfitnessltd

In the 3rd episode of What's Your Stori?, host James sits down with entrepreneur Chris Birch, who shares his incredible journey from working in retail banking to building successful businesses, facing personal challenges, and ultimately discovering his passion for the creative industries. 

Chris opens up about hitting rock bottom, overcoming homelessness, and how resilience and resourcefulness led him to become a two-time Employer of the Year. Now, with a renewed focus on helping creatives, Chris is developing a community interest company to empower artists and entrepreneurs. 

Tune in for a conversation about perseverance, growth, and the power of community. 

Get connected with Chris:

Instagram - www.instagram.com/chrisjbirch_uk/

Website - theeditwales.com

In this podcast episode, Seb and Rachel Osborne discuss the journey of their coffee business, Shire Coffee Co. They talk about their passion for providing high-quality coffee, their challenges, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, and their plans to expand their business, including the dream of opening a 3rd location, 'The Bookshop'.

The conversation highlights their adaptability, faith, and the importance of community in their business journey. 

Also available on:

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@stori-cymru

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/whats-your-stori/id1765305413 

In the first episode of the "What's Your Stori?" podcast, host James Owen interviews James Dovey, a designer and developer from Llanelli. Dovey shares his journey from studying in London and returning to his hometown with a mission to regenerate it through innovative community projects like "Blueprint" and "Precious Plastics Project".

The episode explores Dovey's experiences in converting unused spaces into creative hubs, his thoughts on the importance of mentorship, and his vision for fostering community engagement and entrepreneurship in Llanelli.

Shw'd mai, welcome to our new Podcast: What's Your Stori?

Join James as he uncovers the stories behind the businesses.

Each episode will feature a conversation with business leaders, entrepreneurs and people who work in communications and marketing.

Stay tuned for new stories.