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Education is changing fast, and the old ways of running learning institutes are no longer working. Philippa De’Ath set out to solve this when she co-founded Arbor Education, a platform designed to shift the focus of teachers away from admin work and back to what matters most: the students.In this week’s episode of All About Business, Philippa shares how she and her co-founder built a mission-driven company that is both profitable and has a significant social impact. She reveals the secrets to scaling in a complex, highly regulated industry, from automating routine tasks with AI, to empowering educators with real-time data and insights.Philippa breaks down what it takes to turn a passion for impact into a sustainable enterprise. She unpacks the challenges of scaling, the importance of listening to end users, and how to keep your purpose at the core while building a business that delivers both explosive growth and positive change.Whether you're starting a company or looking for a mission-driven strategy that actually works, Philippa's journey is packed with practical insights you can borrow and scale.01:03 The Mission and Impact of Arbor Education02:14 Understanding Arbor's Management Information System03:03 The Growth and Success of Arbor Education06:07 The Role of AI and Cloud in Modern Education13:23 Encouraging Entrepreneurship in Schools20:40 Philippa's Journey: From IBM to Founding Schools25:06 Reflecting on the Journey25:32 Building a School from Scratch26:15 Opening the Schools26:43 Challenges and Growth27:59 Founding Arbor Education31:44 Expanding Arbor's Reach34:38 Improving School Efficiency39:55 Future Ambitions and ReflectionsCheck out Arbor Education’s website: Follow Arbor Education on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInStart your free trial at Reed.ai NOW! All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

Fresh from the holidays? Here are 5 top summer takeaways to get you inspired and ready for September. In this special bonus episode of All about Business, we’ve handpicked some of the most valuable insights from our incredible podcast guests. Since launching last October, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the powerful journeys, lessons, and strategies from some of the most successful entrepreneurs out there. We talk about:Redefining self and creativity with an ADHD diagnosisStaying true to your business venture with no turnover in the first yearsThe future of customer serviceTesting ideas to build a brand carefullyThe link between marketing and cashflow Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro00:27 - Takeaway 6 Alex Partridge05:23 - Takeaway 7 Byron Dixon09:16 - Takeaway 8 Todd Unger12:10 - Takeaway 9 Kiki McDonough15:37 - Takeaway 10 David MitchellLinks:Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: Reed.comStart your 28 day free trial at Reed.ai NOW! This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo Media

Fresh from the holidays? Here are 5 top summer takeaways to get you inspired and ready for September. In this special bonus episode of All about Business, we’ve handpicked some of the most valuable insights from our incredible podcast guests. Since launching last October, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the powerful journeys, lessons, and strategies from some of the most successful entrepreneurs out there. Timecodes:00:00 - Intro00:27 - Takeaway 1 Rob Moore03:20 - Takeaway 2 Neil Clifford08:05 - Takeaway 3 Michelle Kennedy11:18 - Takeaway 4 Nicola Reed14:02 - Takeaway 5 Reggie HeyworthLinks:Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: Reed.comStart your 28 day free trial at Reed.ai NOW! This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo Media

Great business ideas don’t have to be original, they just have to work. Some of the most successful startups are built by borrowing proven concepts, improving them, and executing better. That’s exactly how Toby Burns, founder and CEO of The Silent Disco Company, built a scalable business from a simple idea. In this week’s episode of All About Business, Toby shares how he turned a simple idea into a nationwide brand, built on clever systems, high-volume logistics, and relentless execution that started with a few headphones to now powering thousands of events across the UK.Toby breaks down what it takes to spot scalable business ideas, dominate a niche market, and build a company that runs without you, and also unpacks how to hire smart, stay lean, and keep innovation at the core of sustainable growth.Whether it’s starting a company, or looking for startup strategies that actually work, Toby’s journey is packed with practical insights you can borrow and scale.Links:Check out The Silent Disco Company’s website: Follow The Silent Disco Company on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInStart your free trial at Reed.ai NOW! All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

Just last week, a Data Analyst was forced to turn to charity to feed his family. Once secure in a stable profession, he is now among the growing number of educated, working professionals whose livelihoods have been eroded by soaring inflation, pushing them into hardship. And the crisis shows no signs of easing. In this week’s episode of All About Business, Mark Game, Co-Founder of The Bread and Butter Thing. They’ve built a business where commercial success and social impact go hand in hand, offering help by rescuing surplus food from major retailers and getting it into the hands of those who need it.  Mark’s model of supermarket surplus into consistent, dignified support for thousands of working families proves that you can build a sustainable, logistics-driven business while maintaining dignity and delivering real impact. And your business can partner with them to drive meaningful change. James and Mark explore how poverty has changed, why stigma keeps people silent, and how The Bread and Butter Thing is using smart logistics and scalable systems to meet real human needs, with empathy, efficiency, and long-term impact that goes beyond just food on the table.02:27 The Bread and Butter Thing: Impact and operations07:28 Challenges and solutions in food redistribution09:06 The role of community and volunteers25:38 Mark Game's personal journey32:03 Building management teams35:16 Opening new hubs42:53 Community and confidence53:08 Sustainability and growth59:28 Future goals and reflectionsCheck out The Bread and Butter Thing’s website: Follow The Bread and Butter Thing on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInStart your free trial at Reed.ai NOW! All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

AI isn’t the future, it’s already reshaping the way we work, build, and compete. If you’re starting or looking to scale a business right now, understanding how to actually use AI, not just talk about it, could be your biggest edge.In this week’s episode of All About Business, Microsoft UK’s Chief Digital Officer Jed Griffiths shares what he’s seeing at the front lines of AI adoption. From how enterprises are deploying tools like Copilot to what’s coming next in automation and strategy, Jed offers a rare inside look at how the most powerful companies are thinking about the future of work.We break down what AI is really doing under the hood, and why it's more than just a productivity booster. Think smarter decisions, faster execution, new revenue models, and a whole new way to lead teams and run businesses. If you’re building something and want to stay ahead of the curve, or just want to stop feeling behind, this episode gives you a clear, honest view of where AI is going and how to get there first.01:37   Introduction03:20 Developing A Company AI Strategy07:54  What is Microsoft Co-Pilot?09:08 Productivity - Businesses Don't Use The Term Right12:09   2025 The Year of More AI Start Ups14:17    The Valley of Death18:26   Mentoring Startups20:59  Before Microsoft - High Tech Weapons27:37  The Four C's38:24  Will AI Humanize Work?41:07   Will AI Change Recruitment? What Happens to Reed?49:41   Microsoft's Six AI Principles01:03:39 What Gets Jed Up On Monday Mornings?01:04:45 Where Jed Will Be In Five YearsCheck out Microsoft Copilot’s website: Follow Jed Griffiths on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInStart your free trial at Reed.ai NOW! All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

Most graduates leave university with a degree but little direction, but how do you figure out what to do with your life, and how do you actually get your foot in the door?In this week’s episode of All About Business, the founder of Bright Network James Uffindell shares the full journey. From his first venture helping students access top universities, to scaling Bright Network into one of the UK's leading platforms for connecting talent with opportunity.From a working-class upbringing in Warwickshire to founding Bright Network, a tech-driven platform used by over a million students, James has spent his career solving the problems he once faced himself.James talks about the crisis that led to their biggest innovation, how they scaled an internship program to 150,000 students, AI, data, understanding Gen Z behavior, and what employers really want when they say they’re looking for passion and resilience. If you’re building a startup, thinking about purpose, or wondering how to turn experience into impact, this episode is for you. James’s story is proof that you don’t have to come from the right family or know the right people, but you do need to listen, adapt, and keep showing up. 02:51 James Uffindell's background and inspiration04:10 Building Bright Network08:04 The importance of internships11:52 Personalisation and data utilization24:05 Impact of AI on job market36:55 The importance of office environments for young professionals39:31 The Bright Network platform and its benefits41:23 AI in recruitment and business growth51:03 Diversity and inclusion in the job market59:38 Future plans and expansionCheck out Bright Network’s website: Follow Bright Network on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

Five years. Zero sales. No paycheck. Most people would’ve given up. Byron Dixon didn’t. Instead, he turned his chemistry knowledge and desire for change into Micro-Fresh. A breakthrough technology now used globally to fight mold, bacteria, and bad smells in everything from school shoes to hospital bedding.In this episode of All About Business, we meet Byron Dixon, scientist, entrepreneur, and founder of Micro-Fresh. He shares how he went from a council estate in Leicester to living in Denmark and learning from the Scandinavian way of life, to building a global brand that’s protecting lives, championing sustainability, and changing how retailers think about product longevity.Byron reveals the untold truth about bootstrapping a science business, the resilience it takes to go years without revenue, and how one unexpected call changed everything. He also shares how Micro-Fresh is tackling mold in homes, and why “Home-Fresh” might be his most important innovation yet. If you’ve ever doubted yourself, struggled to stay motivated, or wondered if your idea could really make a difference, this episode is for you.03:16   Why Did Byron Start MicroFresh?07:27  MicroFresh's Sustainability, Waste Reduction10:40  Designing A Non-Hazardous Environmentally Friendly Product18:46   Starting Without Advantages20:09 Open University25:18   Determination & No Fear of Failure26:25  The First Breakthrough28:40 Domino Effect - Competition Doesn't Want To Be Left Out31:00  Big Growth & Market Validation36:51   How Does A CEO Prioritize and Achieve Goals?39:59  Moving to the USA?47:03 Why Young People Feel They Can't Do This49:24 Switching Off The Phone51:00  Boredom as a source of creativity52:42  Putting the Phone and Social Media Away54:54  Top 3 Things We Should Import From Scandinavia59:41   Interview RoundCheck out Microfresh’s websiteFollow Microfresh on LinkedInFollow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

He pushed himself to the limit and lost everything. But that didn’t stop him from coming back stronger than ever and building a global brand from scratch. On this episode of All About Business we meet Matthew Jones, founder of Bread Ahead, who teaches us why the road to success isn’t always smooth. For him it was full of late nights, hard lessons, and a brutal turning point that forced him to rebuild his business and his life from the ground up.When Matthew started making doughnuts at Borough Market, he never expected they’d become a worldwide sensation. The founder of Bread Ahead gives us valuable business insight and shares how he uses Instagram and raw storytelling to grow a devoted following.Bread Ahead is more than a bakery, it's a brand built on resilience, realness, and obsessive attention to flavour.If you’ve ever felt like giving up, or dreamed of starting over. This episode is proof that rock bottom can be the start of something extraordinary.01:59 The rise of Bread Ahead04:21 Innovative flavours and business strategy08:28 Matthew's Culinary Journey19:34 Challenges and recovery25:44 Rebuilding and expanding35:44 The power of social media39:19 Global expansion and future plans43:00 Resilience and learning from failure51:47 The Bread Ahead Academy55:57 The impact of weight loss trends on business57:41 Daily routine and work-life balanceLinksCheck out Bread Ahead’s website:  Follow Bread Ahead on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

Nearly 10,000 apps are uploaded to the app store every week, and most of them are ignored. So how do you launch one that becomes a movement?In this episode of All About Business, we’re joined by Michelle Kennedy, founder and CEO of Peanut; the social networking app that has transformed how women connect and help each other through every stage of motherhood.What does it take to walk away from a top executive role and start from scratch? From pitching with nothing but a deck, to raising over $23 million, to building one of the most trusted platforms for women online, listen to Michelle's story and find out.We dive into her strategy for building a matchmaking app that attracts millions of users, how to validate your idea before you build it, and the biggest lessons she’s learned as a female founder.Michelle also opens up about the hardest parts of fundraising, how she built traction without a product, and why not every business should take venture capital. 01:42 Introduction - Michelle Kennedy01:54 Peanut - Social Media App09:09 Raising Money11:34 Advice on Deck, Pitch, Value Proposition15:56 Not Every Business Needs the Venture Capital Path20:04 I Wouldn't Have Done It If I Knew ...24:25 Achieving Critical Mass - The Network Effect27:40 Start Without Building The App33:34 Peanut Start Her Fund for Women36:48 Advice to Family Women on Starting a Business46:59 Curiosity Spawns New Ideas50:10 Why A Book In The Digital Age?54:57 Reed Interview Round - What Gets You Up Monday Morning?56:39 Where Michelle Sees Herself in Five YearsLinksCheck out Peanuts’s website:  Follow Peanut on LinkedIn: Download Peanut app from Google Play: Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: www.reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

Did you know that nearly half the planet still isn’t connected? In many places, getting essential supplies like medicine and food is not only costly, it’s nearly impossible. But what if we were standing on the edge of a breakthrough that could change all of that?On this episode of All About Business, we're joined by Mark Dorey, co-founder and CEO of Straightline Aviation. A pioneering company building hybrid airships designed to deliver cargo to the most remote corners of the world.No roads, no airports - no problems. It’s a bold mission with the power to reshape global logistics and unlock new possibilities for connection, commerce, and care.Mark shares how he turned an ambitious idea into a real business, what to look for in the right business partner, and some of the great lessons he learned when working alongside Richard Branson.01:42   Introduction04:04 How Does an Airship Work?06:55 Why the Early Popularity of Airships?12:04   The Customer Benefits of Airships19:06  Mark's Early Career24:15   Changing Business Models29:51   Future Scale32:07  Learning from Richard Branson34:35  Delegation and Accountability44:49 Pros and Cons of Business Partners47:17   Negotiating and Establishing Business Relationships51:10    Business Opportunity Check List52:43  Establishing Shared Vision and TrustLinks Check out Straightline Aviation’s website:Follow StraightlineAviation on LinkedIn:  Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at www.reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

We've long been taught that hard work is beneficial for both body and mind, but is that truly the case? Could there be inherent value in slowing down, embracing rest, and allowing ourselves the space to simply be idle?Today on 'All About Business', we meet Tom Hodgkinson, founder and editor-in-chief of The Idler Magazine, a publication that teaches its readers the value of slowing down.In this episode, we learn about the philosophy of idling, challenge traditional beliefs that hard work is inherently good, and explore the idea that true fulfilment, in both life and business, can be found in activities that restore the soul, body, and mind.Tom Hodgkinson founded The Idler Magazine in 1993 together with his friend Gavin Pretor-Pinney. Tom has worked over 20 years in editing and advertising, while also writing several books on the philosophy of idling and its benefits. 00:35 The Puritan work ethic08:03 Tom Hodgkinson's journey12:03 Starting the Idler magazine14:41 The Idler Academy 25:10 Modern work ethic and AI predictions33:30 The bookshop dilemma38:26 Challenges of running a business47:20 The digital pivot50:43 Idler Retreats and experiences52:47 The philosophy of idlingLinks Check out The Idler’s websiteFollow The Idler on LinkedInBuy Business for Bohemians, by Tom HodgkinsonFollow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: https://www.reed.com/?utm_medium=AABshownotesThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk

The UK is ranked last in Europe for bathing water quality. With a small team and limited resources, how have a ‘bunch of surfers from Cornwall’ got parliament to listen and launch a commission on England’s chemical cocktail of stinking sewage?Today’s guest on All About Business is Giles Bristow, CEO of Surfers Against Sewage, a water reform charity that’s been around for over three decades.In this episode, we discuss the dangers of not taking sustainability seriously, how to get the government to sit up and listen, and why community lies at the heart of every charitable brand.Giles Bristow is the CEO of Surfers Against Sewage, a marine conservation charity. Founded in 1990 by a group of surfers in Cornwall, SAS is a powerful environmental movement that addresses a range of ocean-related issues. Giles joined SAS in 2023 and has over 20 years of experience in environmental advocacy. 01:31 Introduction02:22 What are the problems with the UK's oceans?08:32 Recent environmental changes10:41 Why can't water companies solve this?13:38 Time for systemic change16:45 Voters Against Floaters31:31 Giles' advice for effective campaigning36:42 Circular economies38:53 Plastic - it's everywhere40:40 How to lobby - transparency and connections45:52 Just Stop Oil – Are they effective?50:22 Helping businesses become more sustainable53:55 Community and brand59:19 Interview roundLinksCheck out SAS’s websiteFollow Giles on LinkedInFollow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: https://www.reed.com/?utm_medium=AABshownotes. This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

What should you do if you have a brilliant business idea but don’t have the funds to bring it to life? In today’s episode of All About Business, I'm joined by venture capitalist Sasha Kaletsky. Sasha is the co-founder of investment firm Creator Ventures which he started with his cousin Caspar Lee. They have injected millions of dollars into digital tech companies in six short years.  In this episode, we explore how to craft the perfect pitch, how social media is shaping our economy, and how you can use simple AI tools to scale your business quickly.Sasha Kaletsky is the co-founder and Managing Partner at Creator Ventures, a firm that invests in technologies shaping the digital landscape. Before founding Creator Ventures, Sasha gained extensive experience in private equity, technology, and consulting. He started at Bridgepoint in private equity, contributed to the launch and expansion of Uber, and worked as a consultant at the Boston Consulting Group.Timestamps01:58 Introduction02:31 Creator Ventures17:37 Setting up in the United States18:48 CEOs becoming creators20:35 Building companies with AI25:51 The future social landscape29:28 Uber31:12 The network effect34:04 The secret behind a 5-Star passenger rating35:09 What makes a good pitch39:18 How Sasha determines future markets41:12 Presenting to VCs42:39 Due diligence43:20 How to pitch to Sasha43:53 Working with family47:06 When due diligence fails49:15 How companies can make better use of AI54:53 Interview roundLinksSend Sasha your pitch Check out Creator VenturesFollow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: https://www.reed.com/?utm_medium=AABshownotesThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk.

How can you use psychology to quickly go from struggling employee to productivity machine? Today’s guest on All About Business is Octavius Black CBE, the co-founder of MindGym, a corporate learning company that merges behavioural science with leadership development to turn struggling teams into powerhouses of productivity.In this episode, we discuss the psychology behind high performance, why most leadership programmes are a waste of time, and the psychometric test that can predict your team’s future. Octavius Black CBE is the founder and executive chair of MindGym, a company that delivers corporate learning and development programmes through 90-minute training sessions known as workouts.Octavius has also co-authored several books that provide actionable insights and techniques to improve mental fitness and overall wellbeing. In recognition of his contributions to business, Octavius was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2023.Timestamps00:41 The origin story of MindGym03:50 The 90-minute learning revolution07:11 Coaching and performance improvement13:24 The importance of belonging and inclusion19:43 HR challenges and innovations27:42 Addressing workplace stress and wellbeing30:15 Five conditions for thriving at work35:39 The role of feedback in the workplace41:54 The importance of emotional self-regulation49:06 The future of AI in talent developmentLinksSign up for MindGymRead Octavius’ bookFollow Octavius Black on LinkedInFollow James Reed on LinkedIn All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: https://www.reed.com/?utm_medium=AABshownotesThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk 

How would a Jeweller who has become a favourite amongst the royal family start from scratch in 2025?In this episode of All About Business, James interviews Kiki McDonagh, a fifth-generation jeweler renowned for her work with high-profile clients including Princess Diana and the current Princess of Wales. They discuss how she transformed the perception of fine jewellery, making it more accessible and encouraging women to buy for themselves. She shares insights into her design inspiration, the evolution of her brand, and the importance of business strategies such as starting small, maintaining strict financial oversight, and building customer trust. Celebrating 40 years in the industry, Kiki outlines her future plans, including expansion into the American market. Timestamps03:26 Designing with passion and innovation05:21 Building a brand and customer relationships14:32 Navigating the luxury market20:26 The impact of social media and online sales26:36 Advice for aspiring jewellers31:53 Building trust and brand identity38:37 Challenges and opportunities in the jewellery industry49:18 Expanding into the American market53:03 Looking forward: Future plans and reflectionsLinks:Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed GlobalVisit Kiki McDonagh hereVisit Kiki McDonagh on InstagramThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo Media

How do you build a brand that not only speaks to a whole generation of women, but also transforms an entire industry?In this episode of All About Business, I sit down with Sharmadean Reid MBE, the trailblazing entrepreneur behind brands such as WAH Nails, Beautystack and The Stack World. We discuss her experiences navigating the fashion and tech industries, how the pandemic changed her outlook on business, and the inspiration behind her new luxury beauty brand, 39 BC. Sharmadean Reid MBE is an entrepreneur, creative consultant and advocate for women’s empowerment. Her work focuses on women’s power, equity and ownership. Sharmadean launched WAH Nails in 2009 as a place for women to hang out, form friendships and build communities while getting creative nail designs. She also founded beauty booking system, Beautystack in 2017, as well as The Stack World in 2021.In recognition of her contributions, Sharmadean received an MBE in 2015 from Queen Elizabeth II. She published her first book, New Methods for Women in 2024, and is currently working on her second book, along with a scripted TV show about female founders.Timestamps01:30 The birth of WAH Nails05:54 From nail salon to global brand10:09 The transition to tech and venture capital12:08 Building Beautystack20:10 Challenges and reflections during the pandemic26:06 The pivot to The Stack World30:38 Corporate anarchy and women's independence36:31 Introducing 39 BC49:25 Future projects and visionLinksCheck out The Stack WorldRead Sharmadean Reid’s bookSubscribe to Shamadean Reid’s newsletterFollow Sharmadean Reid on LinkedInFollow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: https://www.reed.com/?utm_medium=AABshownotesThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk

In December 2020, the UK signed its first post-Brexit trade deal with Turkey, safeguarding a £18.6bn relationship. But how did Turkey become so important for UK business?In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Livio Manzini, Chairman and CEO of Bell Holding, a packaging and services company based in Turkey. We explore Turkey’s secret to efficient manufacturing, why trade wars are bad for everyone, and why ditching the Gregorian calendar might be good for business.Livio Manzini has been the Chairman and CEO of Bell Holding since 1993. Bell Holding owns packaging and services companies, which includes Reed Recruitment Turkey. Livio is also an Honorary Chair of the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Turkey, where he fosters economic relations between countries by promoting bilateral trade, supporting SMEs, and promoting sustainability initiatives.Timestamps01:43 Who is Livio Manzini?08:15 The Gregorian calendar15:35 Bell Holding, Turkey21:15 Where the trade war is heading25:13 Why the US and Europe have failed to compete in manufacturing27:13 The four-day vs five-day work week29:26 Livio on tariffs30:38 Advice for businesses in a fractured world36:30 Where to find opportunities38:04 Generational businesses and succession planning42:41 Advice on starting a dream business43:43 The relationship between service businesses and manufacturing businesses46:45 Climate changeLinksFollow Livio Manzini on LinkedInVisit Bell Holding's websiteFollow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at https://www.reed.com/?utm_medium=AABshownotes.This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk

Consistent branding has the power to increase your revenue by up to 20%.  But with massive rebrands making headlines for all the wrong reasons, how can you refresh your image without alienating your audience?In this episode of 'All About Business,' I sit down with David Robertson Mitchell, who spent almost a decade working as a brand consultant for Mercedes’ Formula One team.We discuss how he helped build Lewis Hamilton’s influential brand with the Mercedes’ Formula One team, the secret to getting your finance director on board with your marketing plans and why Jaguar’s recent rebrand might not be as terrible as you think.   David Robertson Mitchell aka The Brand Rover,  is the Founder and Managing Director of dna-rB, a brand consultancy that works with individuals, businesses and sport teams to define brands, support the implementation of brand strategy and help manage reputations. dna-rB specialises in personal and corporate branding, ensuring alignment between a company’s brand and the personal brand of its CEO.Timestamps02:43 Branding Mercedes’ Formula One team07:14 Lewis Hamilton's personal brand evolution14:12 Branding success stories in sports17:11 Rebranding challenges and strategies30:31 The importance of messaging34:25 Consistency in branding and marketing39:40 Personal branding strategies42:42 The CEO brand52:14 Reputation managementLinksCheck out David Mitchell's websiteFollow David Mitchell on LinkedIn Follow James Reed on LinkedIn All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: www.reed.comThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk.

With new economic policies forcing UK businesses to tighten their purse strings, how can we keep the UK’s entrepreneurial spirit alive, while also getting the economy back on track? In this episode of All About Business, I’m joined by Luke Johnson, the serial entrepreneur who spotted some of the UK’s most popular food brands, including Pizza Express, The Ivy and Gail’s Bakery.  We discuss how to spot a winning investment, what the UK should be doing to promote entrepreneurship, and Luke’s five tips for reviving the economy.Luke Johnson is an entrepreneur known for expanding the Pizza Express brand.  He also founded Signature Restaurants, which owned notable restaurants including, The Ivy, and Le Caprice. Luke is currently Chairman of Risk Capital Partners, a private equity firm. From 2015-2021 he wrote a regular column for The Sunday Times where he shared his business expertise.Timestamps02:11 Who is Luke Johnson?06:36 The traits entrepreneurs need to have07:23 Pizza Express beginnings11:36 Being a projector13:40 The British business climate23:19 Risk Capital Partners26:03 Gail's Bakery27:33 Luke's business formula31:56 How we can encourage entrepreneurship in the UK36:09 Luke's book and weekly column For entrepreneurs40:56 Television and the arts46:04 Future projects with Risk Capital Partners49:05 Reed Interview RoundLinksGet Luke’s book Visit Luke’s websiteCheck out Risk Capital Partners Follow Luke on LinkedInFollow James Reed on LinkedIn All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: www.reed.comThis podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk