Entrepreneur Conversations

At 30, Jeannette Linfoot was handed the keys to Russia - no blueprint, no rulebook, just a mandate to run TUI's entire emerging markets operation across Russia, Ukraine, India, China and Brazil. What happened next shaped one of the most remarkable business careers you'll hear on this podcast. In this episode, Jeannette - founder & CEO of Brave Bold Brilliant and former global CEO with...

Matt Harmsworth wanted to fly helicopters, ended up a countryside ranger on £8,000 a year, and is now the consultant his mastermind peers simply call "AI Matt." In this episode he walks James Martin through the unglamorous, human-first way he actually puts AI into a business: start with the problem not the tool, free your people up instead of cutting them, and build systems that let you...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Frankie James , entrepreneur and founder of Ideas Fest , one of the UK's most exciting events bringing together entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and thought leaders. Frankie shares the story behind building Ideas Fest, the vision that inspired it, and how she has created a community that champions innovation,...

https://baddowpark.com/inside_commercial_property/ This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Andrew Hulbert , entrepreneur and business leader who achieved an incredible $100 million exit from his facilities management business. Andrew shares the story behind building, scaling, and ultimately selling a company of significant value, revealing the key decisions, chal...

https://baddowpark.com/inside_commercial_property This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Brad Staines, entrepreneur and founder of Aquamark. Brad shares his experience of building a successful business and explains why creating the right culture has been one of the most important factors in its growth. The conversation explores leadership, values, team developme...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Gavin Bell , entrepreneur whose journey has taken him from online marketing consultant, to agency owner, and now into the world of healthcare with his latest venture, an online pharmacy business. Gavin shares the lessons learned from building businesses across different industries, the challenges of reinventing yourself as...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Zac and Jack , the entrepreneurs behind We Have A Meeting , one of the fastest growing sales focused brands helping businesses improve conversations, confidence, and conversion. In a fun, high energy episode, the lads break down the psychology behind great sales calls, what makes people buy, and how entrepreneurs can commun...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Adam Stott , entrepreneur, business mentor, and founder known for helping entrepreneurs scale their businesses and develop the mindset required for long term success. Adam shares his journey into entrepreneurship, the lessons learned from building multiple businesses, and the principles he believes separate successful entre...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Spike O’Connell, entrepreneur and founder of Podshop, a business helping creators and brands produce high quality podcasts. Spike shares his journey in entrepreneurship and dives into the dos and don’ts of podcasting, offering practical insight into what makes a podcast grow, connect with audiences, and stand out in a crowd...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Sammie Ellard King, entrepreneur and business owner who has successfully scaled to a 7 figure business. Sammie shares his journey of growth, breaking down the key decisions, mindset shifts, and strategies that helped him move from early stage to serious scale. The conversation explores what it really takes to build momentum...

Jacob Lockwood is an entrepreneur and founder of founder of Lockwood Smocks , a growing clothing brand built with grit, identity, and a strong personal story behind it. Jacob opens up about the challenges of building a brand from the ground up, the realities of growth, and the pressure that comes with trying to stand out in a competitive market. He also shares insights from his time in the army an...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Jaydon Manders and Bendon Manders, entrepreneurs who appeared on Dragon’s Den and secured investment from Emma Grede. They share what it was really like going on the show, the pressure of pitching in the Den, and how the experience has impacted their business journey. The conversation also explores what it’s been like worki...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Chris Archer , entrepreneur and consultant with a background in window fitting and manufacturing. Chris shares his journey from the tools into consulting, with a focus on helping tradespeople build proper businesses rather than just jobs. The conversation explores how to step away from day to day work, build systems, and cr...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Sara and Katherine, entrepreneurs and the team behind Magheramorne Estate, a stunning venue known for its unique setting and exceptional experiences. They share their journey of running and growing a destination venue, offering insight into the realities of operating in hospitality and events. The conversation explores lead...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Blake Sweeting , a 19 year old entrepreneur and founder of Blake Mark Productions , currently running a growing business with £90k turnover . Blake shares his journey into entrepreneurship at a young age and opens up about the challenges and opportunities of building a business early in life. James and Blake dive into what...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Zachary Poole from Premier Compliance , an entrepreneur focused on building and scaling a business through smart strategy and strong networks. Zachary shares his perspective on the north south divide in business , the differences in opportunity, mindset, and approach, and how that has shaped his journey. The conversation al...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features George Hosegood, entrepreneur and owner of Crucible, a digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses grow through strategic, results driven campaigns. George shares his journey into entrepreneurship, how he built his agency from the ground up, and the lessons learned from working in a fast moving and competitive di...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Jason Graystone , entrepreneur, trader, and educator known for helping people understand money, investing, and the psychology behind financial success. Jason shares his journey into trading and entrepreneurship, discussing the mindset required to succeed in high pressure environments, the discipline behind consistent decisi...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features David Adams , entrepreneur and founder of Woodbox , a thriving timber business built on craftsmanship, quality, and strong commercial foundations. David shares his journey into the timber industry and how he built Woodbox into a respected and growing business. The conversation explores the realities of operating in a tradit...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Ben Cox from Wires and Pliers Electrical Contractors , an entrepreneur building a strong reputation in the trades through quality work, leadership, and long term thinking. Ben shares his journey into business and the realities of running an electrical contracting company in a competitive market. The conversation explores wh...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Carina McLeod, entrepreneur and founder of Ecommerce Nurse, a business dedicated to supporting and scaling ecommerce brands with practical, strategic expertise. Carina shares her journey into entrepreneurship and how she built Ecommerce Nurse to help online businesses grow in a sustainable and structured way. The conversati...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features James Roffey , a personal trainer with a powerful difference. Using his own deeply painful life experiences, James has built a coaching approach that goes far beyond fitness, working as much as a life coach as he does a PT. James shares his story with honesty and vulnerability, opening up about the challenges he has faced a...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Taylor Tassie from Totally Branded , an entrepreneur who has built a business turning over £10 million , starting from nothing more than a bedroom and a big vision. Taylor shares his journey of building a high growth business and speaks openly about the importance of education, mentoring, and continuous learning in shaping...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Terry Seal , entrepreneur and product specialist focused on building, launching, and scaling physical products. Terry shares her journey into entrepreneurship and talks through what it really takes to bring a product idea to life. The conversation explores product development, decision making, and the realities of launching...

This episode of Entrepreneur Conversations hosted by James Martin features Lee Russel, AI expert and business strategist focused on implementing artificial intelligence into businesses in a practical, realistic, and commercially viable way. Lee shares his journey into the world of AI and explains how business owners can move beyond hype and fear to actually use AI as a tool that improves efficienc...