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We chat to Aidan, from his early years of rowing for GB to a path of accountancy and on to becoming one of a few UK Qualified insolvency professional on the Island. Aidan specialises in corporate and personal solvent & insolvent restructuring procedures, pragmatic solutions to contentious situations with the motive of rescue, recovery and renewal. Aidan heads up Atla Advisory which is focused on i...

We chat to Chris about gaming from a young age, moving into a career that eventually lead to head of digital office Isle of Man. We cover esports, team esports, path-ways into esport and how the Isle of Man is leading the way with regulation and communication with the industry.

Brook and Dan join us from Exchange Capital Partners. The guys talk about getting into the world of FX and provide insight into the market, their skillsets and how they can assist with bank accounts globally, provide competitive FX/hedging solutions & improve payment operation efficiency Website: https://www.exchange-capital.com/ LinkedIn: Brook Longhurst - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brook-l-4041...

We chatted with Tom about working on oil rigs, being front line support for police and emergency services to setting up e-sign. A fascinating journey with good advice for entrepreneurs and leaders alike. Tom is managing director of E-sign which provides business efficiency & security, with the use of advanced digital signature technology Reach out: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomastaylo...

Isle Listen is a charitable initiative that provides support and training in schools, the workplace and community, helping people to recognise that mental health is just as important as physical health. https://www.islelisten.im/ https://www.facebook.com/IsleListen https://www.linkedin.com/company/isle-listen/

In an extended episode we chat to Dan about studying Egypotology and how he transitioned to a local telecommunications before going down the rabbit hole of bitcoin and into blockchain. Now working full time in the blockchain space we chat about: Basics of Bitcoin, decentralization, self sovereignty, the documentary fakefluencer, the Isle of Man, Capitalism and a lot more. Find Dan on LinkedIn: htt...

We chat to Joseph and Christian about cyber security and they highlight the vulnerabilities in the most basic forms of technology we use. An insightful chat that will make you reassess you and your businesses cyber threats

We chat to Melanie about studying economics and transitioning into law that eventually took Melanie to Switzerland and into cake making!, before working for a Panama law firm. Melanie started Trevisan, a social media marketing agency where her team help individuals and businesses utilize the power of LinkedIn including areas such as brand awareness, recruitment to lead generation. Reach Out to Mel...

We chat to David Bushe on the recent acquisition of the Isle of Man business by Ravenscroft. Really insightful conversation about his career experiences and starting an Isle of Man office from the ground up. David is always wanting to learn and develop and is presently finishing his IOD exams. We covered networking, culture in business, investment philosophy and future plans. Reach out to David: E...

In episode #12 (series 2) of the Front Line Podcast we chat to fellow podcast host, Sharon Sutton. Sharon is Managing Director of Thornton Associates who are a company of financial planners. During the episode, Martin chats to Sharon about her career where she learnt early in life, the importance of having a great mentor. Having founded her own company back in 2000, Sharon became the island’s firs...

In episode #11 (series 2) of the Front Line Podcast we chat with Kurt Baker from ESV Group, a business advice and accounting firm based in Australia. During the episode, Kurt talks about growing up in Australia, how he got into business and how he developed his business. We also discuss how important the culture of your business is and why, while a business is growing, it can pose a challenge. Fin...

In episode #10 (series 2) of the Front Line Podcast we are joined by fellow IR Global member Damien Malone from Malone & Co in Ireland. We talk about how in his early years, Damien had some great mentors who taught him the important things he knows today. Damien also talks about how he eventually took the plunge which saw him set up Malone & Co, a firm of Chartered Tax Advisors and Accountants. We...

In episode #9 (series 2) of the Front Line Podcast, we chat with Nick Preskey. Originally from Sheffield, Yorkshire born Nick started his career in the banking industry which was what led him come to the Isle of Man to develop his career. As the banking world started to change and with his ability to network, Nick saw an opportunity to change his career direction. In 2014, he moved to what was the...

In episode #8 (series 2) of the Front Line Podcast, we chat with Sinead O’Connor. Sinead talks about growing up in Northern Ireland and how she came to settle in the Isle of Man, after studying Business Studies with French at the University of Ulster. Sinead started her career working at Eagle Star and Sun Life, where she quickly developed a love for compliance. After working with KPMG for 15 year...

We chatted to Jennifer about moving from the US and taking a role at Deloitte in Europe. Jennifer moved around jurisdictions with Deloitte and developed an understanding around different cultures and approaches within the same firm. Moving to the Island Jennifer is now embedded in Manx life having worked in local start ups and is now Chair of the Institute of Directors. LinkedIn: https://www.linke...

We chat to Liz about studying languages at University before taking a job with KPMG in Germany and immersing herself into the German culture. Liz returned to the UK and after a short period of time joined Mercer Hole becoming a partner in 2009. Liz specialises in residence and domicile matters both onshore and offshore. Liz covered a broad range of subjects including the ever changing tax landscap...

We are joined by Greg Easton (Isle of Man office) and David Noon (SA Office) to discuss strategy within business, the growth of CIG and dig into the culture aspects of business development. We also take a dive into David’s institute of director studies and in the progress and investment CIG have made in its Isle of Man banking licence. David Noon - LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-noon...

We chat to Carol about growing up in Douglas and then moving to the UK to study business. This took Carol on a path to Halfords UK before moving back to the Island where Carol worked in senior roles in various industries. Carol now applies her wealth of knowledge and experience in coaching and mentoring to those in Senior positions as well as those starting out on the entrepreneur adventure. We co...

We chat to Mary about finding a career path in investment management that has led to her role at FIM Capital. We chat about working in the investment arena in the 2008 crash, importance of communication with clients and staff and how a blend of youth and experience in the investment space can add value. Reach out to Mary: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-tait-4b57b811/ Email: mtait@fim.c...

Tim joins us to talk about growing up, his education in PR before moving into the sound industry. In 2007 Tim moved on to building and developing a worship ministry before taking a big step to start his own business. We discuss many fascinating subject matters including family work and life balance, mentoring clients, using the right language for you and your business and creating relationships wi...

We chat to Chris about a career in esports, transitioning from a player to now running his own business to help those new to the esports space to those already in it. We cover an array of subject matter, from the esports basics, influencers, team esports and the difference between esports and gaming. Reach out to Chris: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smithymayo/ Website: http://bigesports.g...

Episode 12 – Jo Haigh – FDS We chat to Jo about her drive and motivation, why she studied law and accountancy and started her own business in the 80’s. Jo also provides her insight into NED roles, critical points a company board should be considering and why constructive review and feedback is important. Reach out to Jo LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/johaigh/ Web: https://www.wearefds.com/ How to f...

Richard spent the bulk of his career practising law before taking up the role as president of Tag Alliance. We chatted to Richard about growing up, moving around Europe, playing Rugby before settling in Canada. We discussed the advantages of being within a network and about creating relationships as a way to build your network. Recommendations: • Disruption by Design, by Gihan Perrera, Published b...

In this week’s episode of the Front Line Podcast, we chat to Nick Pomponio from CSS Platinum. Nick talks about growing up in the United States of America, before taking a role in Europe with the US European Command. He shares his experience from his various roles within NATO and the US Defence Department, giving us an insight on leadership styles from HQ all the way to the front line. Nick also ta...

This week in episode #9 of the Front Line Podcast, we talk to Clive Parrish. Clive spent 30 years working for HSBC and spent time in various roles around the UK, which eventually brought him to work in the Isle of Man in 2001. A few years later, Clive left HSBC and set up his own business to become a Consultant and is also a Non-Exec Director on a few company boards. We chat about the changing ban...