The Real Rendezvous Podcast

On this episode, Caroline and Priya speak to a legend in the PR world and founder of Founder of Carlyle Consultants and Luxury Topping: Tricia Topping. Best known for creating luxury property PR as a sector, Tricia founder leadng PR firm TTA which she later sold and was awarded the most influential business woman award in 2020. She is also a member the director of the Director's Circle at the Roya...

On this episode, Caroline and Priya talk to Hugo Thistlethwayte the co-founder Occam. Occam is investment, development and asset management real estate company with a primary project focus in office, residential and retail real estate. Hugo talks about growing up Oxfordshire, being mischievous during his childhood and the struggles of schooling while being dyslexic. With over 25 years experience i...

On episode 5 Caroline and Priya talk to Simon Owen the co-founder of Wonderhatch & director at British Racing Motors . Simon talks about growing up in the Midlands, surviving the 80s recession, stories about living in Bangkok & Southern Africa (South Africa/Botswana), life as a rugby player, his love for photography and re-awakening BRM (British Racing Motors).  Follow Caroline @caroline.d...

On episode 4 Caroline and Priya welcome Charlie Willis. Charlie talks about living in Scotland, joining the army and life as the CEO of the leading independent property brokers collective The London Broker. Charlie's interest in travelling landed him in the army aged 17 and later serving in the Gulf War, which had an impact on his mentality and highlighted the importance of teamwork and trust. Wit...

On this episode Caroline and Priya are joined by Charu Gandhi the founder of Elicyon. Charu who is originally from India (Delhi) is a qualified archictect and founded Elicyon: a luxury interior design and architecture design studio in 2014. She talks about her upbringing in India, meeting Steve Jobs through her fathers' work, being inspired to become an architect from age 10 and discovering her lo...

On this episode, Caroline and Priya talk to Camille Waxer: the former CAO of Canary Wharf Group. Camille talks about her childhood growing up in Toronto (where she is originally from), her journey working in real estate, transforming the Docklands wasteland of the early nineties into a stunning city within a city creating a lifestyle destination that we call the modern day Canary Wharf. She also t...

Caroline and Priya speak to 3 women leaders: Oona Collins, Helen Cowan and Tania Thomas. Oona Collins is the founder of Potential Plus International which focuses on leadership development consultancy for global and national organisations. Helen Cowan is the founder of Tall Wall and executive coach who works with leaders and high potential individuals, typically within large corporates and profess...

Welcome to The Real Rendezvous Podcast hosted by Caroline Donaghue and Priya Rawal. The duo will delve into the true stories behind the leaders, influencers and personalities within property, luxury and lifestyle. Each episode will take a deep yet light hearted dive into the interviewees lives, where the guests talk about their experiences while uncovering fascinating insights into their real life...