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Leeds Business Podcast

On the Leeds Business podcast I chat to inspiring, fascinating and super-impressive Leeds Business Owners, lifting the lid on their own unique personal business journeys; the ups, the downs, the successes and the failures and their own secret sauce. We also get a unique ‘how to…’ from each guest, to assist you on your own business journey. In addition we speak the city’s movers and shakers, and specialists on everything business related. I’m speaking to Founders who have sold their business for

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01:03:21

A great business idea executed badly and other tales...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/09/25

This week we speak to Mark Fitzgerald-Cooke, MD of Intelligent Business Partners. Mark tells all about the difficulties in moving from print to online, a great business idea that didn’t work and how owning the process gives you power in a sector.The business surgery segment answers the question; "I'm currently doing my business planning. How far in advance should I do my strategy?"INTRODUCING MARK FITZGERALD-COOKEMark Fitzgerald Cooke is MD of business broker, Intelligent Business Partners. He has

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53:14

What's it like being fourth generation in the family...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/09/18

For more information on YFM equity Partners please visit www.yfmep.com (and tell them Phil from Leeds Business Podcast sent you!)This week we speak to James Kempley, Managing Director of Troy Foods (Salads) Ltd.James tells us about the stresses and strains of being 4th generation in a family firm, the perfect storm that forced part of the business into administration and how automation makes such a huge difference. INTRODUCING JAMES KEMPLEYJames Kempley is the Manging Director of Troy Foods (Salads)

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52:01

Supporting, and investing in, female founders with...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/09/11

For more information on YFM equity Partners please visit www.yfmep.com (and tell them Phil from Leeds Business Podcast sent you!)This week’s guest is Jordan Dargue, co-founder of Lifted Ventures.Jordan shares with us her journey into angel investing, developing the early stage investing community in Leeds and the North and now building Lifted Ventures and its ‘flywheel’ to support both female founders and female investors. Jordan also explains the important role that men can play in being male

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01:02:01

Gordon Ramsay's favourite Italian restaurant - John...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/09/04

For more information on YFM Equity Partners please visit www.yfmep.com (and tell them Phil from Leeds Business Podcast sent you!)This week we speak to John Dammone, co-owner of legendary Leeds restaurant, Salvos.John tells us all about the early days of the restaurant, some key lessons learnt in some unsuccessful business expansions, how they kept relevant throughout the years and all about the effect Gordon Ramsay had on the business.The business surgery segment answers the question; "As a business

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50:00

Turning a disaster into a profit - Mark Costello,...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/08/28

This week we speak to Mark Costello, Founder of the Horsforth Brewery.Mark tells us how he’s grown the business from a home brewing hobby in his kitchen to a fully-fledged brewery and tap room, the effect of launching the business on the first week of the first lockdown, his successful crowd-funding campaign and how a Christmas disaster turned into a success.Mark also teaches us how to run a crowd-funding campaign.INTRODUCING MARK COSTELLOMark Costello is the founder of Horsforth Brewery. After a

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38:20

Dragons Den reject to multi-million pound business -...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/08/21

This week we speak to Laura Bartlett, founder of fashion and lifestyle magazine, House of Coco..Laura tells us about her disastrous appearance on Dragons Den, how The Clothes Show caused her to become personally bankrupt, the growth of her current business and the benefits of being tee-total. She also shares with us how to get PR for your business.INTRODUCING LAURA BARTLETTWhat sets Laura Bartlett apart from the conventional entrepreneur is her remarkable ability to lead with her heart on her

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01:00:52

Change your beliefs and build your business...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/08/14

This week we speak to Steve Mcdermott, multi-award winning Presentation Mastery Coach.There is SOO MUCH learning in this episode, you’ll definitely need a pen and paper. From presentation skills and limiting self-belief to launching your own business and grasping opportunities.You can also win a free copy of Steve’s book.INTRODUCING STEVE McDERMOTTSteve has been a professional motivational speaker for 30 years. He is also a 3 times winner of European Motivational Speaker of the Year Award and a

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56:48

Is funeral care 'making money from misery'? - Sarah...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/08/07

This week we speak to Sarah Jones, Founder of Full Circle Funerals.Sarah tells us all about the growth and the amazing sale of her first business, the post-sale emotions after you’ve sold, the launch, only 9 months later, of her second business and why she picked funeral industry. Plus, she tells us what it’s like to work with a brother. Could you work with YOUR sibling? There's also a great ‘how to’ on selecting your next business coach or mentor.INTRODUCING SARAH JONESSarah Jones started her

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53:10

How to build at £350m turnover business - Nick...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/07/31

This week we speak to Nick Glynne, Founder & CEO of the BuyIt Direct Group..Nick tells us how he went from a single Huddersfield laptop repair shop to a £350m turnover business by buying and fixing distressed businesses. He shares with us how the learnings from two failed business acquisitions moulded the company’s strategy, the pros and cons of taking private equity and explains the difficulties caused by making too much profit. And what’s the difference between equity and profit?INTRODUCING

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36:34

Accidental start up to multi-million pound sale -...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/07/31

Many people have asked for my business journey story, so this week the tables are turned and I’m the guest.You’ll hear how a failed angel investment pitch, turned into an accidental business launch, my ‘sliding doors’ moment, how the sale of the business came about and why you don’t need to be ‘lonely at the top’.The interview was originally broadcast on the Manager Memo Podcast hosted by Len Samborowski, Director MBA, Nichols College, Connecticut. We covered my business journey, looked at some of

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25:57

8 must-listen business lessons

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/07/31

As a precursor to Series Two, I’ve selected what I think are 8 must-listen business learnings chosen from the 38 brilliant guests we’ve had so far. I could have picked way more as every guest that we’ve had on has been fascinating to listen to and learn from.Before we start, I have one simple request; Please hit the follow or subscribe button on the app that you're listening on. That’s it…. Thank you.8 MUST-HEAR BUSINESS LESSONS1) Daniel Priestley, explaining what you need in YOUR product

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54:00

How to build a fashion brand - Simon Brown, Joe Browns

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/05/29

This week we speak to Simon Brown, founder of fashion and lifestyle brand, Joe Browns.Simons tells us where the inspiration for the brand came from, shares with us the business ups and the personal downs of Covid, being told that he was unemployable, the three ‘i’s the brand lives by and a great checklist for starting your own business. Rasputin and Ivan the Terrible get name checks too.INTRODUCING SIMON BROWNBorn in Leeds and raised in Bramhope. Simon Brown founded Joe Browns in 1998, inspired by a

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01:07:23

I hate Daniel Priestley - Entrepreneurship...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/05/22

On April 23rd 2024 I wrote a post on Linked in, titled ‘I hate Daniel Priestley’. See https://www.linkedin.com/posts/philfraser_i-hate-daniel-priestley-im-sueing-activity-7185564354442854400-nVXA/.The post went viral! Off the back of it Daniel agreed to be a guest on the podcast.Before you start listening to this week’s episode make sure you have a pen and paper ready. Daniel Priestly delivers a masterclass in Entrepreneurship and business ownership, with tons and tons of brilliant ideas and

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56:30

Being caught in the 2008 RBS scandal - Dean Hartley

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/05/15

This week we speak to Dean Hartley and hear all about some of the darker sides of business; the threat of VCs kicking you out of your own business, being caught in the 2008 RBS GRG scandal and what happens when you’re at strategic loggerheads with your fellow board members, and the personal low point of exiting a business.INTRODUCING DEAN HARTLEYDean Hartley is the former CTO and owner of Monitor Audio, a business he helped purchase in 1998 and exited in October 2018 with a 50x ROI. He was

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59:30

From start-up to aim-listed plc - Jonathan Straight,...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/05/08

This week's guest is Jonathan Straight, founder and former-CEO of recycling solutions company Straight plc.Jonathan tells us how the business came about, the journey to becoming a plc, the crisis caused by over-trading and then the eventual sale of the company. And he discuss the important question, 'what do you wear after selling your business?'INTRODUCING JONATHAN STRAIGHTJonathan is an award-winning purposeful entrepreneur and creative best known for founding the AIM-listed Straight plc (STT),

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55:30

Apprentice 2024 winner, Rachel Woolford - Owner of...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/05/01

This week I’m delighted to have Apprentice winner and North Studio owner, Rachel Woolford as my guest.Rachel explains all about launching her boutique gym just weeks before lockdown and the stress it caused her, reveals the secrets from behind the scenes of The Apprentice, tells us all about her time on the show and shares what it's been like since she was announced as the winner.INTRODUCING RACHEL WOOLFORDRachel Woolford is the owner and founder of boutique gym North Studio which has locations in

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42:16

How to run a Pop-Up Shop - Simon Williams & Marshall...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/04/24

This week’s guests are Marshall Frieze and Simon Williams who, for only three weeks a year, run a speciality pop-up shop.Hear why they do it, the unique challenges they face, how Covid turned EVERYTHING on it’s head and what the key is to the shop’s continued year-on-year improvement.INTRODUCING SIMON WILLIAMS & MARSHALL FRIEZESimon Williams is the owner of SW Retail Consultancy Ltd. Having been in retail for nearly 30 years in various roles, he using his retail knowledge & experience to

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44:48

Fiona Conor - MD, Trust Electric Heating

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/04/17

Starts at 00.45 This week’s guest is Fiona Conor, Managing Director of Trust Electrical Heating.Fiona tells us all about her amazing & varied route to becoming a business owner, the ups and downs of registering a patent, the huge importance of brand, the need for a business coach to vomit on…. and how to stop your ‘leaky bucket’ and increase your lead conversion.INTRODUCING FIONA CONORFiona Conor, is Managing Director at Trust Electric Heating and boasts three decades of experience in sales and

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48:38

The quickest way to reduce your business carbon...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/04/10

This week we speak to green banking start-up, Tred.Peter & will discuss where the idea of a green bank account came from, the secret tip that worked for improving their network connections, how the first round of testing changed the business strategy, the positives and negatives of a wait list and what it feels like to secure £1m of funding.We also get taught how to reduce the carbon footprint of your business.Win a Tred water bottle. Listen to the episode then answer the question at

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43:33

The secret of successful angel investment - Colin...

Leeds Business Podcast ·

2024/04/03

This week’s episode is slightly different as we meet one of the Leeds business community’s most well-known faces, Colin Glass OBE.Colin shares his expertise on a variety of business topics including what makes a great business founder, funding options available for businesses, what is a NED and why you might need one, what sweat investment is and, of course, how to be a great networker.INTRODUCING COLIN GLASSColin is a Chartered Accountant who started his own practice, Winburn Glass Norfolk (WGN) in

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