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The Bold Company Podcast by Business Canterbury dives into the stories behind the region’s businesses and the people who bring them to life. Join hosts Hannah and Tim as they uncover tales of innovation, determination, success and lessons learned across Canterbury.
Big thanks to our Season 2 sponsor, Christchurch Airport – growing the engine room for Canterbury businesses and ChristchurchNZ, the city's economic development agency, shaping an economy where people and places thrive. And the lovely people at Ruffells, one of Christchurch’s leading creative studios who are helping us make this happen by recording and post-producing the series and bringing the good vibes.
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In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Sarah Adams, Managing Director of Queen Anne Chocolates, to talk about leading a historic Canterbury brand with deep roots and nationwide recognition. Sarah shares insights into protecting legacy while driving innovation, building customer loyalty across generations, and navigating the realities of modern manufacturing and retail. From the Christmas rush to growing beyond the region, she reflects on what it takes to evolve a much-l...
In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Dame Sue Bagshaw, doctor and Chair of the Youth Hub Trust, to explore a lifetime dedicated to serving young people in Christchurch. Sue shares how identifying gaps in youth health services led to the creation of the Youth One Stop Shop and, ultimately, the Youth Hub. The conversation spans leadership, relationships, workplace culture, youth employment, and the importance of belonging. Sue reflects on why productivity starts with pe...
In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Justin Watson, Chief Executive of Christchurch Airport, to explore the vital role aviation plays in powering Canterbury’s economy. Justin shares insights into leading one of the region’s most important infrastructure assets, the future of air travel, and how Christchurch Airport connects Ōtautahi to global markets through both physical and economic “corridors in the sky.” Tune in for a wide-ranging conversation on leadership, conne...
In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Sam from Grizzly Baked Goods to share the journey from a 2013 farmers market bagel stall to one of Christchurch’s most loved bakeries. They discuss the power of social media, scaling from 12 to 70 staff, and building a strong brand grounded in consistency, creativity, and community. Tune in for a candid look at hospitality growth, entrepreneurship, and the hustle behind great bread.
In this episode of Bold Company, Hannah and Tim sit down with Alli Kennedy, entrepreneur and founder of Sharenanigans , a board game designed to make investing and financial literacy fun for young people and families. Ali shares how a lack of practical money education sparked the idea, and how she turned it into a crowdfunded product now driving conversations around kitchen tables and classrooms. From backing herself as a young founder to building community, securing grants, and navigati...
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