The Elite Business Podcast

In this powerful closing keynote at Elite Business Live, Reebok founder Joe Foster takes us on a remarkable journey from a small family workshop in Bolton to building one of the most recognisable global brands in sport and fashion.   With honesty, warmth and sharp business insight, Joe shares: How Reebok began in 1958 after breaking away from his family’s failing shoe business The 11-year uphill b...

What happens when five bold voices gather to discuss gender, finance, and the future of funding? You get more than just a panel — you get a powerful, unfiltered conversation that challenges the status quo. At Elite Business Live, The Untold Story of Gendered Funding featured an extraordinary lineup: 🔹 Hattie Fawcett (Focus for Business) 🔹 Louise Doyle (Needi) 🔹 Andrea Reynolds (Swoop) 🔹 Richar...

What does it really take to scale a business from £1 million a year to £1 million a week?   In this game-changing keynote at Elite Business Live, Sam Smith, founder and former CEO of finnCap Group, shares the mindset and strategy behind her extraordinary journey of scaling a business over 24 years. This is not a feel-good speech—it’s a sharp, analytical breakdown of exponential growth, the hidden...

What started as a “talent panel” became one of the most powerful, honest, and actionable sessions of the entire event. At Elite Business Live 2025, a standout panel of experts dismantled outdated ideas about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and replaced them with something far more useful: reality. This wasn’t about ticking boxes or performative politics. It was about modern leadership, futur...

Scaling your company? Innovating with tech? Great — but none of it matters if you're not around to enjoy it. In one of the most surprising and energising sessions at Elite Business Live 2025, Dr Alka Patel brought the house to its feet (literally) to remind us all that your greatest business asset is you. As a doctor, longevity expert, and founder of the Million Hour Club, Dr Patel didn’t just tal...

🎥 Technology, Efficiency – At What Price? | AI at Elite Business Live 2025 🤖 What happens when you bring together some of the brightest minds in tech to tackle one of the biggest questions facing businesses today? At Elite Business Live 2025, a powerhouse panel featuring Andrew Grill, Alison Wright, Cassie Gasson, and Eric Schwartz dove deep into the controversial – and potentially transformatio...

Andrew Grill at Elite Business Live | Watch Now On-Demand What does it really mean to embrace AI without losing ourselves? In this dynamic and thought-provoking keynote from Elite Business Live, globally recognised futurist and former IBM executive Andrew Grill challenges us to reframe our relationship with AI—not with fear, but with curiosity. “AI won’t replace people. People who use AI will repl...

In today's fast-changing world, the key to success is simple: Disrupt or be disrupted. At Elite Business Live 2025, we brought together top entrepreneurs who have redefined their industries, built powerhouse brands, and thrived by doing things differently to discuss so you can learn how to spot, seize and sustain business growth. This Commercial Business Growth panel features: 🚀 Amy Knight (Must...

In this powerful and inspiring talk from Elite Business Live, entrepreneur, investor, and “professional dreamer” Simon Squibb reveals the true secret to success — and it’s not what you think. 💥 Hint: It’s not money. It’s not hustle. It’s COMMUNITY, COMMITMENT, and KINDNESS. Simon shares his journey from building and selling businesses to dedicating his life to helping others achieve their dreams....

Join us for an insightful interview with renowned entrepreneur Tommy Mallet, hosted by Elite Business' Founder Scott English. With a proven track record of building successful brands, including the impressive growth of Tommy’s first business from £0 to a turnover of £25 million, Tommy will be sharing his experiences, challenges and invaluable insights into what it takes to thrive in today’s busine...

At the Technology for Marketing Expo, a compelling panel discussion took place with Elite Business CoNNect, offering invaluable insights into the role of AI in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The conversation, led by Arty Halai and featuring experts Dr Georgias Michalakidas, Dr Alok Shukla, and Ellen Bishop, revolved around the challenges and opportunities of integrating AI into busines...

⭐️  Running a sustainable business is more important than ever, but it comes with its challenges.  In this insightful discussion at Elite Business Live 2024, industry experts share strategies for incorporating eco-friendly practices into every aspect of business operations. Join Paul Hargreaves, Founder & CEO of Cotswold Fayre & Flourish, Jax Davey, CEO of Nuevo, Lovelda Vincenzi, Climate...

Can businesses truly prioritise people and the planet over profits? Join Paul Hargreaves, Founder & CEO of Cotswold Fayre & Flourish, as he reveals how sustainability can drive success in the modern business world. In this eye-opening talk from Elite Business Live 2024, Paul shares: ⭐️ The surprising benefits of putting sustainability first ⭐️ How focusing on employee well-being boosts p...

Expanding Your Business Internationally: Key Insights from Elite Business Live 2024 Taking your business to new territories can help you tap into new markets, expand your customer base, and boost revenue. However, it's an area often dominated by large corporations. Venturing into unknown territories can be daunting for SMEs due to different cultures, nuances, and regulations in international marke...

Expanding your business internationally can open up new opportunities and significantly boost your growth. In this video, we delve into the intricacies of taking your company abroad, featuring insights from Allyson Stewart-Allen, award-winning advisor, author, broadcaster, speaker, educator and NED, who spoke at Elite Business Live 2024. Key Learnings: ⭐️ Understanding Cultural Differences: Aliso...

In this session at Elite Business Live 2024, we explore how businesses can increase employee retention and build a thriving workforce. In today’s dynamic business landscape, traditional talent management approaches are outdated. With a competitive job market and changing employee expectations, companies must develop inventive ways to attract and keep their employees.  So, what are the best strateg...

Mentoring is one of the most effective ways companies can develop internal talent. Attracting top talent is always a priority for growing businesses, but it's equally important to cultivate existing talent. By focusing on internal talent development, businesses can tap into the untapped potential of their employees, fostering loyalty and reducing the need for external hiring. In this video, Chelse...

Discover how data and technology can transform your business in our exclusive panel discussion from Elite Business Live 2024. Learn from Alison Edgar, Motivational Speaker, Businesswoman, and TV Boardroom Adviser for Amazon Prime, Phil Hobden, Senior Product Manager at Silverfin, Sachin Agrawal, Head of ZOHO, UK and Sarah McVittie, Co-Founder of Dressipi as they share actionable insights and strat...

Confidence and self-belief are fundamental to success in the business world. In this video, Alison Edgar MBE, a motivational speaker, businesswoman, and TV Boardroom Adviser for Amazon Prime, shares her insights from Day 2 of Elite Business Live on how to cultivate confidence and resilience as an entrepreneur. Key Learnings: ⭐️ The Importance of Self-Belief: Alison Edgar emphasises the necessity...

Join us as we dive into the world of PR and marketing optimization to boost sales for your small business. This video features highlights from Day 2 of Elite Business Live 2024, where industry leaders shared their expertise on effective PR and marketing strategies. In this session, Arti Halai, a former TV presenter for ITV News and BBC turned entrepreneur and investor, Jacob Nomafo, Co-Founder of...

In the competitive world of entrepreneurship, confidence can be the key that unlocks doors to success. But what if confidence doesn’t come naturally to you? Join us for an insightful discussion at Elite Business Live 2024 where Arti Halai, former television presenter for ITV News and BBC now turned entrepreneur and investor explains how effective communication is the cornerstone of business succes...

Join us for an inspiring panel discussion from Elite Business Live 2024, featuring industry leaders who reveal the secrets to achieving success through a growth mindset. Discover how to harness a positive mindset and embrace failure to spearhead growth in your business. What You'll Learn: 🌟 What is a Growth Mindset? Judith Germain explains the concept of a growth mindset and how it can unlock inf...

Join us for an insightful discussion at Elite Business Live 2024 where Mirela Sula, CEO and Founder of Global Woman Club & Global Women Magazine, talks about how a growth mindset is your secret weapon for success. Fear of failure or fear of commitment can be overcome with the right mindset and tools... For most entrepreneurs, starting a business from the ground up can be both exciting and terr...

Finance Panel Discussion at Elite Business Live 2024! Discover the secrets to financial stability and growth with top industry experts! Join Alex Von Schirmeister (Managing Director of Xero UK and EMEA), Andrea Reynolds (Founder of Swoop), Emmanuel Asuquo (Financial Advisor on BBC One, Channel 4, and ITV), Liz Barclay (Small Business Commissioner), and Richard Bearman (Managing Director of Small B...

Digitalisation is the way forward. Using digital technologies to change your business model can provide new revenue and value-producing opportunities. To stay competitive, many businesses are now adopting the latest innovations and fully integrating them into their operations. Alex Von Schirmeister, Managing Director of Xero UK & EMEA took to the stage for the Finance keynote speech at Elite B...