Entrepreneurs at Scale

In this episode, Neale Lewis talks with Rob Follows , founder and chairman of STS Capital Partners , about what it really takes to achieve an extraordinary exit as an entrepreneur. They explore: Rob’s journey from being pushed out of the family business at 18, to building and selling his own company (at 27x EBITDA but later learning he’d left 75% on the table), to running $1B of business for a glo...

On the latest Exit advisory team we welcome the team from Breeze corporate finance. Breeze are an award-winning M&A boutique, based in Nottingham. Guests:         Guy Harris & Nigel Winkett , Breeze Corporate Finance         Hosts: Neale Lewis & Debra Martin, Exit Advisory Team Who Are Breeze Corporate Finance? Founded in 2018 to provide world‑class corporate finance support to SMEs an...

In this episode of the Entrepreneurs at Scale podcast, Neale Lewis is joined by former Disney leader and customer experience strategist Vance Morris to unpack what it really means to “Disney-fy” your business. Drawing on a decade inside Disney (including helping design the iconic Chef Mickey’s experience) and his own portfolio of successful home-service businesses, Vance shows how even the smalles...

In this episode, we explore the idea of “Rembrandts in the attic” – the hidden sources of value inside your business that most owners and many buyers overlook. Using a simple house‑buying story, we show how one buyer who spots a hidden Rembrandt painting can justify paying far more than anyone else. The same applies to your business. We unpack what these “Rembrandts” look like in practice: a stron...

In this episode of Entrepreneurs at Scale, Dan Silverston , founder of The Soho Sandwich Company , shares how he turned a failing North London coffee shop into a premium sandwich manufacturer, survived a CVA after the 2008 crash, scaled through focus and culture, and ultimately exited the business. Dan talks candidly about what it really takes to grow in food and hospitality, the power of people‑f...

In this episode of Entrepreneurs at Scale , Neale Lewis talks with Dr. Dimi Vichas , founder of Eudai Clinic , a performance-led longevity and lifestyle medicine clinic for ambitious entrepreneurs, CEOs, and senior leaders. Trained as an NHS emergency doctor, Dimi became frustrated with reactive healthcare and built a model focused on early detection, prevention, and optimisation so founders can b...

In this episode of The Exit Advisory Team podcast, we explore your “magic number” – the net amount you need from selling your business to fund the life you want, for good. Neale Lewis is joined by wealth manager Adam Rhodes and corporate lawyer Debra Martin to unpack how to calculate that number, the common pitfalls owners overlook, and how it should shape your exit strategy. Key points covered in...

In this episode of the  Exit Advisory Team podcast the team discuss how the Exit Readiness Assessment tool can help you can clarity on how prepared you are to achieve one of the most momentous events you have had in terms of your business life... achieving the successful sale of your company. On this weeks podcast we welcome  three members of The Exit Advisory Team Neale Lewis (Scaling Up + Strate...

On this weeks edition of Family Desert Island Discs I am joined by my nephew James Gething Lewis. Below are his favourite songs that would be keeping him happy during his time on his Desert Island  Track 1 — Desert Island Discs Theme (The Sleepy Lagoon) Track 2 — Prologue: Jellicle Songs for Jellicle Cats (Cats) Track 3 — Do-Re-Mi (Sound of Music) Track 4 — Take Your Mama (Scissor Sisters) Track 5...

This opening episode introduces the Exit Advisory Team and their “joined-up” approach to helping founders plan, prepare, and execute a successful exit—ideally years before a transaction is on the table. Neale Lewis (Scaling Up + Strategic Exit Coach) Debra Martin – Corporate lawyer (30+ years, heads corporate team at Geldards) Adam Rhodes – Wealth manager (25 years; focused on pre-sale and post-sa...

Welcome to another episode of the "Entrepreneurs at Scale" podcast, where we explore the journeys of some of the most resilient and visionary minds in the business world.  In the latest episode we welcome Renaud Heitz. Renaud Heitz is the CTO and the Co-Founder of Exotec. The leads the global product roadmap, leading the research and development teams. Passionate about technology and electronics,...

Welcome to another episode of the "Entrepreneurs at Scale" podcast, where we explore the journeys of some of the most resilient and visionary minds in the business world.  In the latest episode we welcome Jeremy Middleton. Jeremy  is a self-made businessman and angel investor.    After a career in brand management with Procter and Gamble, Jeremy spent a period in management consultancy with PWC be...

EPISODE DESCRIPTION Welcome to another episode of the "Entrepreneurs at Scale" podcast, where we explore the journeys of some of the most resilient and visionary minds in the business world.  In the latest episode it was a great pleasure to welcome Tim Crump , the Founder and Chairman of the Herefordshire based Oak Framed building company Oakwrights. This year Oakwrights celebrate their 25th year...

Welcome to another episode of the "Entrepreneurs at Scale" podcast, where we explore the journeys of some of the most resilient and visionary minds in the business world. We were incredibly honored to have Mark Divine with us. Mark is not just an ex-Navy SEAL; he's a man who has mastered the art of mental toughness and strategic thinking, both on the battlefield and in the boardroom. As the creato...

In this episode, we're thrilled to have with us Carajane Moore, a titan in the world of sales, known for her innovative approaches and groundbreaking techniques that have revolutionised how we think about making big sales.  Carajane and her brother Tom have been at the forefront of the sales industry , consistently breaking records and setting new benchmarks for success. Today, she's here to peel...

On the latest edition of the  "Entrepreneurs at Scale," the podcast we are humbled to be joined by two entrepreneurs from Ukraine.  Pavel Obod the founder,  and Anna Bovda the CEO of Sloboda Studio. Their lives changed for ever on 24th February 2022 when Russia invaded Ukraine.  Firstly their was a feeling of total disorientation.  They had to adapt very quickly to a new way of working.  People be...

This edition of the Entrepreneurs at Scale podcast,  Howard Getson, a visionary in the world of technology entrepreneurship and the driving force behind Capitalogix talks about how AI and Machine learning. Howard isn't just an entrepreneur; he's a trailblazer in harnessing the power of advanced technology to redefine the landscape of data-driven decision-making. At Capitalogix, he has pioneered a...

Cameron Herold is a top business consultant, best-selling author, and speaker. He’s the mastermind behind hundreds of companies’ exponential growth and he’s touched thousands of businesses indirectly through his work. At age 21, he had 14 employees. By 35, he’d helped build his first two 100 Million Dollar companies. By the age of 42, Cameron had engineered 1-800-GOT-JUNK?’s spectacular growth fro...

In the world of business coaching and leadership development, few names resonate as strongly as Ezra. This innovative company has redefined how executives and professionals grow, not just in their careers but in their personal lives as well. And the visionary behind this transformative approach? None other than Nick Goldberg, CEO of Ezra. With an unwavering commitment to excellence and a unique in...

With a proven track record of success and expertise in executive search and talent acquisition, Roheel Ahmad is a driving force behind Forsyth Barnes, a leading executive search firm specialising in technology, digital, and change leadership.     Throughout his career, Roheel has developed deep industry knowledge across various sectors, including but not limited to technology, finance, and profess...

Peter Harrison is MD of FGH Security, one of the fastest growing Security businesses across the UK, and according to Pete one of the finest security companies in the world! And almost definitely the friendliest!!!! Recognised by the Sunday Times as a Top 100 Big company to work for and the winner of more accreditations and awards than most of the multinational security companies. What makes them d...

Nick Bradley is a world-renowned author, speaker and business growth expert, who works with entrepreneurs, business leaders, and investors, building high-value companies. Over the last decade, he has built, bought and sold 26 businesses with a combined valuation of $5.2 billion dollars. He also works with Private Equity and Venture Capital firms across the UK and the US leading business turnaround...

Verne Harnish  is founder of the world-renowned Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO),  as well as being the Founder  of Scaling Up, a global executive education and coaching company.  He’s the author of the bestseller Mastering the Rockefeller Habits ;  and wrote Scaling Up (Rockefeller Habits 2.0) and his  latest book, Scaling Up Compensation , rocketed to the #1 HR book on Amazon. Verne  joins Neale...

Rick Sapio is a life-long entrepreneur who started his first company when he was 13 years old, after his father’s untimely death. Since then, he has founded more than 20 companies.   Since 1994, Rick has been the Founder and CEO of an investment holding company, Mutual Capital Alliance, Inc., which has made more than 120 investments.    He is also the founder of “The Exit Concierge Service,” a whi...

Alan Miltz highlights the seven levers that are integral to the Power of One designed to help you enhance your Cashflow and Profitability.