Brands & Leaders

In this episode, I sit down with the Kirsten Morel, Minister for Sustainable Economic Development to uncover what happened with the ferry tender process and the current situation of DFDS services. Chapters: 0:00 Why the joint tender failed 1:43 The unilateral decision by Guernsey 3:45 Condor financial concerns and debt 7:12 Jersey supply chain vulnerabilities 10:15 Choosing DFDS over Condor 15:53...

Jack from the Content Club joins the show to explain why most people get LinkedIn video completely wrong. He shares his journey from running a successful video agency to helping small business owners find leads, not just likes. We explore why video might not be for everyone and why having a dry personality could be holding you back. Jack reveals his buy or fly approach to social media and explains...

Are we setting working parents up to fail? In this episode, I sit down with Denise Heavey, founder of Mentorhood, to talk about the unspoken realities of combining a career with raising a family today. From the crushing weight of childcare costs to the lack of supportive workplace cultures, Denise shares her deeply personal journey through IVF and postnatal depression that inspired her to say, &qu...

Remember: the best content you’ll ever create is the one you actually publish. Start messy, keep it moving, and the results will follow. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:13 - Marcus Verrell's Background07:45 - Stress of Working in an Agency09:23 - Convincing People to Use Video12:18 - Choosing the Right Marketing Platform14:16 - Dealing with Negative Feedback21:19 - Understanding Marketing23:54 - Mark...

In this episode I talk to Gaëlle Deschamps about the leadership crisis we face today. She shares her journey from corporate life at Coca‑Cola to founding G‑Force. Find out why leadership is trainable, not inherited. Learn how to break gender barriers and build confidence. Practical tips for taking risks, embracing change and growing as a leader. Get in touch with Gaëlle: Website: https://gforceco....

Jason, the founder of Subsee, joins us to discuss two radically different worlds: AI and marine protection. As someone who has watched the climate decline throughout his adult life, Jason shares the shocking reality: we are now out of time. He argues that global governments failed to act after the 1993 Earth Summit because of one thing: money. Discover why the ocean is the most critical environmen...

In this episode of Brands & Leaders, where we dive deep into the biggest challenge facing our schools and our future workforce. Our guest, the ever‑bearded tech‑savvy educator‑turned‑business‑strategist Rory Steel, joins us to unpack why the current education system feels “out‑of‑date” and how artificial intelligence could finally fast‑track the overdue overhaul. CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro00:52 -...

Is trust the key to sales success in 2025?From building personal brands to creating hyper-focused websites, learn how trust drives decision-making in an ever-evolving marketplace. Discover actionable strategies like the "911 method," the power of testimonials, and crafting clear messaging to connect with your target audience. As AI and digital trends reshape how we communicate, staying a...

Imagine a world where your bank account can't be blocked, and transactions are instant. That's the promise of blockchain. It's not just tech; it's a revolution in trust and security. Welcome to the first episode of Brands & Leaders, where we delve into the transformative world of blockchain and digital currencies with a special guest, Lee Birkett, the founder of Moneybrain.*Pod...