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Author: Julius Baer

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Business Leaders is a monthly podcast, which focuses on the stories and successes of entrepreneurs from across the globe. We hear how they started their careers and built businesses, and explore their perspectives on the challenges and opportunities facing today’s world.
The information contained in this podcast is marketing material. Opinions expressed do not constitute independent financial/investment research, investment advice, or an offer to buy or sell securities by Julius Baer. Please refer to www.juliusbaer.com/legal/podcasts for important legal information prior to listening to this podcast.
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Think outside the box

Think outside the box

2023-05-2530:07

In this month’s Business Leaders Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by Christy Foster, Chief Executive of independent nursery retailer, Online4baby. In this episode, Christy discusses running a family business, the importance of being able to adapt, and the strengths of being a neurodivergent business leader.
In this month’s Business Leaders Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by Mike Callachan, CEO of Snappy Shopper, an e-commerce app for convenience stores. In this episode, Mike discusses saving the UK’s high streets, the importance of transparency, and ambitions to become a tech unicorn.
There is no shortcut

There is no shortcut

2022-10-2823:51

In this month’s True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by Rutu Buddhdev, Founder and Managing Director of Amara Property, a luxury home builder in North London. In this episode, Rutu discusses creating more sustainable homes, welcoming women into the industry, and the principles she stands by as a leader.
In this month’s True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by Chris Sheldrick, CEO and co-founder of what3words – an innovative address-finding solution. Chris discusses how what3words went from a small start up to a global company, plans for the future, and everything he’s learnt along the way.
Selling the dream

Selling the dream

2022-07-0737:20

In this month’s True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by Aurelien Mottier, CEO and co-founder of Operatix – a sales acceleration company. In this conversation, Aurelien delves into his journey from engineer to salesman, the growth of Operatix, and the key business values he attributes to his success.
In this month's True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by Anna Maybank. Anna is the CEO and co-founder of Breakroom - a frontline job comparison site. In this episode she discusses the inspiration for Breakroom, the importance of selecting the right investors and the power of feedback.
The value of adventure

The value of adventure

2022-04-0444:32

In the most recent episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to serial social entrepreneur Dave Erasmus. Dave shares how he has created businesses to have a positive impact on the world and what he's learned from his woodland and oceanic adventures along the way.
In this month’s True Connections podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by the President of Endeavor Global, Adrian Garcia-Aranyos. As well as sharing how Endeavor supports entrepreneurs, Adrian and Alan have a wider conversation around entrepreneurship and discuss topics such as the Multiplier Effect and the qualities needed to become a successful entrepreneur.
In the latest episode of our True Connections podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by the founder and CEO of Matillion, Matthew Scullion, who in 2021 was named the UK winner of EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Matthew not only shares his journey of starting Matillion, but also his learnings as a successful business leader and the link between company culture and innovation.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks is joined by the founder of Maison Mirabeau, Stephen Cronk. As well as sharing how he and his family made his longstanding wine-making dreams a reality, Stephen discusses brand success, working with nature and the power of social media.
Simon Beckermann, the founder of Depop and Alan Hooks, discuss the textile business and its environmental consequences. Find how Depop helps consumers make wiser purchases.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to Sam Jones, Founder and CEO of Gener8. Sam speaks about his journey from Global Brand Manager for Red Bull to tech entrepreneur, taking on the giants of advertising, and the challenges and successes he’s has along the way.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to Walfredo della Gherardesca. Walfredo is the founder and CEO of Genuine Way, a tech company that enables brands to better communicate their environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility to ethical consumers through the use of blockchain technology.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to the founder and owner of Dragonfly Asia-Pacific and Banyan Workspace, Rasheed Shroff. In addition to hearing the fascinating story of the creation of one of the city’s most inspiring and sustainable workspaces, we learn how he navigated his path from ultra loyal company man to independent entrepreneur.
In this episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to Founder and CEO Emeritus of Admiral Group, Henry Engelhardt, about his approach to running a successful business, his journey as an entrepreneur and what he looks for in people and businesses seeking investment.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to entrepreneur, journalist and Co-Founder of EnterpriseAlumni, Emma Sinclair MBE, about her journey as an entrepreneur. Emma’s story is a fascinating one, starting with how the school run with her father helped mould her passion for the stock market, her experience of being the youngest person to take a company public, her work with UNICEF, and what three things she stands by as an entrepreneur.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks to fintech start-up entrepreneur and CEO of Pine Labs, Amrish Rau. Amrish has over two decades of experience in the fintech sector, having run his own start-up and built a number of large organisations. In addition to learning Amrish’s views on the post-Covid world, we hear the fascinating story of his journey as an entrepreneur.
In the latest episode of our True Connections Podcast, Alan Hooks speaks with serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, author and maverick Mike Tobin. Mike is also the Chairman of the winner of the 2020 Spectator Economic Innovator of the Year Award – Ultraleap. In addition to learning about Ultraleap’s innovations and its application in a post-pandemic world, we hear Mike’s fascinating story as an entrepreneur and the advice he has for other entrepreneurs who are at the start of their journey.
In our latest episode of Julius Baer’s True Connections podcast, Alan Hooks, Head of Private Clients UK, speaks with Nicola Mitchell, CEO and Founder of Life Scientific and recent winner of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award about her journey as an entrepreneur, the importance of a strong network, and what the future holds for Life Scientific.
In the latest episode of Julius Baer’s True Connections podcast, Alan Hooks, Head of Private Clients UK, speaks with Henry de Zoete, Co-Founder of Look After My Bills. In a broad and fascinating conversation, they discuss how the business developed from the initial concept, the value of being part of the Y-Combinator incubator, why he and his co-founder decided to sell the business, and finally what it’s like to be behind the most successful deal in the history of Dragons’ Den.
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