In this episode, we speak to Paul Taylor, Director of Creative Space.

Paul speaks to us about his unlikely journey from working in IT to becoming the business owner and investor he is today.

We discuss living the dream, wearing Primark, and when to buy someone else a coffee.

In this episode, we speak to Kieran Innes, Founder of Stribe & Tootoot.

Kieren talks to us about his passion for creating apps that empower the people that use them.

We chat hard work, being tenacious, and beating the bullies with technology.

In this episode, we speak to Isaac Harmer, Co-founder & CEO of Everlink.

Isaac talks to us about his journey from a sales environment to creating his own sonar-based technology company.

We discuss naivety, learning from your mistakes, and the importance of bringing sales and tech together.

In this episode, we speak to Charlotte Nichols, Founder of Harvey & Hugo.

Charlotte speaks to us about her long-standing PR business and the trials and tribulations of being a business owner in 2024.

We discuss the media, challenging your opinions and wanting to re-write the law.

In this episode, we speak to Joe Armitage, Founder of KOMZZ.

Joe talks to us about his journey from French graduate to setting up his communication consultancy, as well as his ambition for the future.

We discuss living abroad, breaking the rules, and the importance of following your own path.

In this episode, we speak to Zandra Moore, CEO & Founder of Panintilligence.

Zandra speaks to us about her first steps as a sales director and how her need for greater work/life balance led her to where she is today.

We talk fish & chips, the value of data, and just how valuable a co-founder can be.

In this episode, we speak to Mark Walsh, CEO & Founder of Kwizzbit.

Mark talks to us about his journey from fashion & journalism graduate to founder of a thriving tech platform and how going to the pub inspired a great idea.

We discuss bingo, a love of magazines, and making the most of your network.

In this episode, we speak to Jodie Hill, Founder of Thrive Law.

Jodie talks to us about her time as a barrister and then solicitor, and how a desire to change how law is practiced led to her starting a firm on her terms.

We discuss silly wigs, being discovered on TikTok, and understanding your mental health.

In this episode, we speak to Catherine Thristan, Director of External Engagement at Leeds University Business School. 

Catherine speaks to us about her time in Tokyo, Dublin & London and the path that led to her becoming a pivotal part of Leeds University’s Business School offering.

We talk about speaking Japanese, working for the next generation, and the importance of the university experience.

External Links:

Leeds Business School Partnerships

https://business.leeds.ac.uk/working-with-business/doc/collaborative-partnerships-leeds-university-business-school-1

In this episode, we speak to John Readman, Founder of ASK BOSCO.

John talks to us about his unusual journey from being a disgruntled Air Force pilot to setting up a business on a mission to make data work.

We discuss Wakey Wines, a love of cycling, and aiming to do good with technology.

External Links:

Ride25

https://www.ride25.com/