Best HomeServe Podcasts (2025)

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Scaling Homeserve and Supporting the Growth of SMEs (ft. Jeremy Middleton) 25:20

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Jeremy Middleton, co-founder of Homeserve and an experienced investor in small- to medium-sized enterprises. Jeremy takes listeners through his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days at Procter & Gamble to co-founding Homeserve and transforming it into a cash-generative, FTSE 100 company over 30 yea…

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Growing a Commercial Cleaning Company (ft. Neil Fagelman) 24:25

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Neil Fagelman, Managing Director of Merco Facilities Management, to explore his journey from operations manager to business owner. Neil shares how, after years of running the business on behalf of the previous director, he acquired Merco in 2022 and stepped into the responsibility of leading a company w…

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Building a Natural Snack Empire (ft. Matt Hunt) 26:44

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Matt Hunt, founder of the Protein Ball Company, to explore the journey of building a pioneering health snack brand. Matt shares his entrepreneurial story, from his early experiences working in a fruit and nut store to launching his first business, Olafs, which became a global success. This foundation la…

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From Plumbing to Growth Capital (ft. Jeremy Middleton) 25:20

8d ago25:20

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Jeremy Middleton, co-founder of Homeserve and an experienced investor in small- to medium-sized enterprises. Jeremy takes listeners through his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days at Procter & Gamble to co-founding Homeserve and transforming it into a cash-generative, FTSE 100 company over 30 yea…

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From Ops Manager to Owner: Scaling a Cleaning Business (ft. Neil Fagelman) 24:25

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Neil Fagelman, Managing Director of Merco Facilities Management, to explore his journey from operations manager to business owner. Neil shares how, after years of running the business on behalf of the previous director, he acquired Merco in 2022 and stepped into the responsibility of leading a company w…

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From Olives to Protein Balls: Building a Natural Snack Empire (ft. Matt Hunt) 26:44

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Matt Hunt, founder of the Protein Ball Company, to explore the journey of building a pioneering health snack brand. Matt shares his entrepreneurial story, from his early experiences working in a fruit and nut store to launching his first business, Olafs, which became a global success. This foundation la…

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From Burnout to Breakthrough (ft. Roy Castleman) 22:50

8d ago22:50

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In this episode of the podcast, Tom Griffiths sits down with Roy Castleman, founder of All the Power, to explore the intersection of business growth, personal resilience, and the transformative potential of technology. Roy shares his journey from arriving in the UK on a two-year work visa in 1997 to building multiple IT companies, acquiring the ver…

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Building a Legal Business from Scratch (ft. Jonathan Lea) 26:39

9d ago26:39

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Jonathan Lea, founder of the Jonathan Lea Network, a law firm specialising in advising startups, owner-managed businesses, and mature private companies. Jonathan shares his journey from training at large City law firms to establishing his own regulated firm, offering insights into the challenges and rew…

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Janine McNab - Helping HNWIs Recover From Addiction and Mental Health Issues 52:53

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Something a bit different for you today. We’re looking at the almost taboo subjects of addiction, mental health and even eating disorder challenges facing high net worth individuals, business founders and senior executives. And my guest, Janine McNab, is extremely well qualified to talk about these issues. She has worked across a diverse range of g…

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How to Scale Your Business Without Burning Out (ft. Gerard O’Donovan) 22:35

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In this episode of the podcast, Tom Griffiths is joined by Gerard O’Donovan, a multifounder with extensive experience in both the insurance and coaching industries. Gerard shares his journey from serving in the Royal Marines to building and running successful businesses, including Noble Manhattan Financial Services and his international coach train…

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The False Exit: How to Build a Business That Runs Without You (ft. John Lamerton) 23:30

1M ago23:30

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In this episode, host Tom Griffiths speaks with John Lamerton, author of The False Exit, about why many entrepreneurs focus on selling their businesses when they should instead be building ones that can run — and thrive — without them. John shares the story behind his book, beginning with a near-sale of his sports-betting business for £2 million. W…

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From Idea to Impact: The Turtle Enviro Journey (ft. Damone Armstrong) 24:12

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In this episode, host Tom Griffiths sits down with Damone, founder of Turtle Enviro, to explore how he’s built one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of underground drainage and water treatment products. With over three decades in the drainage industry, Damone shares the lessons, missteps, and values that have shaped his entrepreneurial journey — fr…

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From Start-Up to Safety Leader: The Fastline Journey (ft. Adam Fleming) 21:53

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Adam Fleming, founder and Managing Director of Fastline, a family-run business specialising in warehouse safety and infrastructure solutions. Since launching in 2016, Fastline has grown from a one-person consultancy into a ten-strong team serving major names such as Amazon, Aldi, and Lidl. Adam shares the …

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Building A Multi-Billion Pound business with HomeServe's Jeremy Middleton 54:12

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Jeremy Middleton is an inspiration to any UK entrepreneur looking to build a unicorn business. After meeting business partner Richard Harpin when they both worked at corporate giant Proctor & Gamble, they took the brave step of leaving the regular pay cheque behind and setting up their own businesses. There were plenty of challenges and false start…

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How to Scale a Social Media Agency Successfully (ft. Phil Treagous Evans) 21:48

2M ago21:48

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths welcomes Phil Tregous Evans, CEO and co-founder of Giraffe Social, to explore the journey of building and scaling a successful social media agency. Phil shares insights from over 13 years of experience, reflecting on the challenges and lessons learned while growing Giraffe Social from a small startup to a team of 14 w…

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How to Invest in Fine Wine with Data-Driven Insights (ft. Callum Woodcock) 24:19

2M ago24:19

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In this episode, Callum Woodcock, co-founder of WineFi, discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in the fine wine investment space. The conversation delves into how WineFi has revolutionized the market by combining traditional fine wine with modern data analytics, offering investors a more accessible, diversified, and tax-efficient investm…

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How to Scale Your Tech Business with Clarity and Rhythm (ft. Liam Corcoran) 22:26

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Liam Corcoran, a coach and investor who helps tech founders scale their businesses from $1M to $10M in annual recurring revenue without burning out. Liam shares insights drawn from over 20 years of experience building, scaling, and investing in companies across AI, Web3, SaaS, and e-commerce. The conver…

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"If you still have a marketing team you're insane!" with Ziggy Kormandel 52:21

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You need to hear what AI expert Ziggy Kormandel says about the future in an AI world. A few spoilers: “What took $1 million and three years we can now do in 2 months”. “School is obsolete. The model is flawed, the gig is up!”. “Privacy is dead. Live like there’s always a camera on you.” “Our grandchildren will marry AI robots!” Ziggy is president o…

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Tim Croak 37:18

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My guest today is Tim Croak, a Toledo, Ohio based founder of a wealth management company with a 40 year track record in investment and retirement planning. He’s a Chartered Life Underwriter and a Chartered Financial Consultant who became the youngest life member in the country of the prestigious Million Dollar Round Table and is the author of the b…

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Tax Planning For Wealthy Americans with Neil Jesani 52:41

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For a long time now I’ve been telling my high net worth clients that, as their wealth increases, they need to upgrade their advisory team. Too many families remain loyal to accountants and tax consultants who do not deal with clients of a similar profile. My guest today only deals with American clients earning $2 million plus a year, providing a mi…

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How to Sell Your Business in the Real World (ft. Neil Ackroyd) 34:22

5M ago34:22

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Neil Ackroyd, founder of Precision Corporate Finance, to explore the realities of buying and selling businesses in the UK—particularly for owner-managed SMEs. Neil shares his background in corporate finance, having qualified at KPMG before spending over 20 years advising on company sales. Rather than focu…

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Building Through Acquisitions and Avoiding Common Pitfalls (ft. Samuel Daughtry) 25:38

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Samuel Daughtry, founder of Buy Side Advisory, a consultancy that helps business owners grow through strategic acquisitions. Drawing on years of experience in financial services and private equity, Samuel shares a comprehensive overview of how and why business owners should consider buying other companies…

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Building a Scalable and Profitable Agency (ft. Mark Blacklee) 24:56

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths is joined by Mark Blacklee, founder of Kuro – a performance-driven PPC agency with over 16 years of experience helping businesses grow through strategic digital marketing. Mark shares his journey from starting Kuro with a business partner in a university incubator, to scaling it into a specialized performance agency f…

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Step Back from Operations and Scale with Confidence (ft. Lloyd Thompson) 24:48

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Lloyd Thompson, founder of VirtualDOO and a seasoned fractional COO, about how small business owners can step out of daily operations and build more scalable, sellable companies. Lloyd shares how his team helps businesses (typically with 5–25 employees) by embedding part-time operators who bring structure,…

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How to Prepare Your Business for a Successful Exit (ft. Gareth Hawkins) 27:19

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Gareth Hawkins, co-founder of BizCrunch, about preparing small and medium-sized businesses for successful exits and the critical role this plays in the broader UK economy. Gareth shares his career journey—from growing a multi-business industrial group through acquisition and exiting to a Nordic holding com…

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Unlocking R&D Tax Relief Without Compromising Compliance (ft. Peter Clark) 24:25

6M ago24:25

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths sits down with Peter Clark, co-founder of RCK Partners, to demystify the often misunderstood world of R&D tax relief. RCK Partners is a specialist consultancy focused on helping companies access tax incentives—most notably R&D tax credits—while maintaining rigorous compliance standards. Peter kicks off with an overvie…

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How to Spot Trouble Early and Avoid Insolvency (ft. Chris Worden) 26:24

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths speaks with Chris Worden, founder of Director First Insolvency, to explore the often misunderstood world of insolvency, business turnaround, and director advisory services. Chris shares his personal journey into the field—starting with his own business failure triggered by sudden government policy changes and a £200k …

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Mark Flickinger - Which Fire Do We Pour The Gasoline On? 1:05:45

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My guest today is Mark Flickinger, General Partner and Chief Operating Officer at BIP Capital and BIP Ventures, a major VC firm based in Atlanta Georgia, where he’s very much focused on fundraising and investor success. Before focusing on the provision of venture capital, he’s worked at the coal face with startup consulting firm 4th Strand and a bi…

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James Church - Best Selling Author of 'Investable Entrepreneur' 57:27

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My guest today is James Church, author of the Amazon best-selling book, Investable Entrepreneur: How to convince investors your business is the one to back, and co-founder and COO of Robot Mascot, a global award-winning investment readiness agency. He’s on a mission to stop great ideas failing due to poor communication and is frustrated to see so m…

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How to Prepare Your Business for a Successful Exit (ft. Cliff Spolander) 22:54

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In this episode, Tom sits down with Cliff Spolander, founder of Business by Design, to explore what it really takes to scale and successfully exit a business. With a background in the military and over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience—including buying, selling, franchising, and licensing businesses—Cliff brings real-world insights to a proble…

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From Istanbul to London: Building a Premium Kitchen Brand (ft. Simon Ogilvie-Harris of Dwood Kitchens) 25:30

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In this episode, we sit down with Simon Ogilvie-Harris, CCO of Dwood Kitchens UK, to explore how a multi-generational family business founded in Istanbul is expanding into the UK with a premium yet competitively priced kitchen offering. Simon shares his journey from leading consumer goods businesses to spearheading the UK arm of Dwood Kitchens and …

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Getting Exit-Ready: How to Build a Business You Can Sell (ft. Lien de Pau, The Big Exit) 25:26

7M ago25:26

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In this episode, Tom chats with Lien de Pau, founder and CEO of The Big Exit, about one of the most overlooked aspects of small business ownership—preparing your business for sale. Lien shares why the majority of businesses don’t sell, and what owners can do years in advance to increase their chances of not just selling, but achieving a big exit. D…

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Building a Health-Focused Business Empire through Acquisitions (ft. Ross Tomkins) 22:31

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In this episode, Tom is joined by Ross Tomkins, physiotherapist turned serial entrepreneur, investor, and founder of Balmoral Partners. With over 20 acquisitions under his belt, Ross shares his journey from starting a physio practice in 2006 to building a healthcare-focused group of businesses spanning the UK, Australia, and beyond. Ross explains h…

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Designing a Financial Future That Works for You (ft. Kris Amliwala, Chartered Financial Planner) 18:48

7M ago18:48

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In this episode, we’re joined by Kris Amliwala, Chartered Financial Planner and Registered Life Planner at Designer Wealth. Chris shares how he blends technical expertise with life planning principles to help clients design a financial future that aligns with their goals, values, and lifestyle. Kris explains his journey from pharmaceutical sciences…

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The World's First Digital Asset Fund of Funds with Kevin Ballard and Manuel Du Luque 54:44

8M ago54:44

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In this episode we’ll hear from two business partners, one from the Spanish island of Majorca and the other from that financial hot spot in the Irish Sea, the Isle of Man. They have very different backgrounds but a shared love of all things financial. Unusually for two guys steeped in the traditional, regulated financial world, they were early adop…

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David Fleck - Silicon Valley's Most Patient V.C? 1:00:47

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David Fleck is at the forefront of the technology that will shape our future in the areas of health, life sciences and clean energy. Through close ties with the California Institute Of Technology his venture capital firm, Freeflow, invests in everything from drug discovery to space technology and provides all kinds of ongoing support to its portfol…

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Turning Real Estate Into Liquid Money with Antony Abell 1:07:50

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It's very rare to find an entrepreneur who is shaking up a major asset class through new technology and new thinking. In today's episode we meet just such a man in Canadian Antony Abell, CEO of TPX Property Exchanges. He's lived in the UK for many years, including a spell in the army and as an Olympic skiing coach before turning to the business wor…

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The Sherlock Holmes of stock markets working for 'Poor Millionaires' - Swen Lorenz 47:00

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We kick off season 2 of Diary of a High Net Worth Investor with one of the most interesting people I know in the investment world. Swen Lorenz, like Warren Buffet, started buying stocks and shares as a teenager and never stopped. His gift is unearthing unusual opportunities and special situations anywhere on the planet, even including a way of play…

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"Burnout to Balance: Prioritize and Thrive in '25" 29:15

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"Burnout to Balance: Prioritize and Thrive in '25" Today, executives face a mandate: "Grow revenue while reducing costs." This mantra permeates the US government, public and private companies. Random tactics and endless "to do" lists lead to burnout and loss of your top performers—costing millions in lost brand repute, revenue, workers compensation…

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Navigating the Legal Landscape for Small Businesses (ft Craig Kelly) 21:50

11M ago21:50

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In this episode, we’re joined by Craig Kelly, a corporate commercial solicitor at Aquabridge Law, who shares his expertise on guiding business owners through the legal complexities of running a business—from start-up to exit. Craig discusses key areas where businesses often leave themselves vulnerable, such as operating without shareholder agreemen…

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Building Trust in the Used Car Market (ft. Ashley Winston) 25:06

11M ago25:06

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In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Winston, founder of Palmdale Car Finders, a company revolutionising the used car buying experience. Ashley shares his entrepreneurial journey, from starting his business in a spare bedroom to running a thriving company offering tailored car-buying solutions for clients across all budgets. We explore Palmdale…

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Mastering SME M&A (ft. Al Zucker) 22:53

11M ago22:53

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In this episode, we’re joined by Al Zucker, an experienced M&A lawyer and entrepreneur, who shares invaluable insights into buying and selling small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With over a decade of experience in large-cap transactions, venture-backed e-commerce growth, and now acquiring businesses in manufacturing and engineering, Al prov…

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Navigating the Complexities of Commercial Finance (ft. Mike Deacon) 22:46

11M ago22:46

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Mike Deacon, a seasoned veteran in the world of commercial finance, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of business funding. With over 47 years of experience, Mike has witnessed the industry's transformation and now co-authors a book that delves into the journeys of 21 diverse business leaders. In this engaging conversation, Mike discusse…

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Scaling Success: Transforming a Facilities Management Business (ft. Mike Floyd) 26:12

11M ago26:12

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In this episode, we’re joined by Mike Floyd, CEO of Lovett's Group, who shares his journey from working in global facilities management to acquiring and transforming a catering engineering company into a dynamic facilities management business. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Mike offers invaluable insights into business growth, cu…

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"Avoid These Costly Transformation Traps in 2025" 26:58

1y ago26:58

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"Avoid These Costly Transformation Traps in 2025" #86 In this AI-powered age and impatient investor climate, growth leaders often struggle with avoiding transformation traps and tribulations. This session will help you avoid today's costly career and company moves. Here's what you'll hear in this episode: * 5 transformation types every leader needs…

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Scaling Recruitment, Overcoming Hurdles, and MBOs (ft. Chris Peace) 34:01

1y ago34:01

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In this episode, Chris Peace, founder of Peace Recruitment, shares his incredible 15-year journey from launching a solo recruitment business to growing it into an 8-10 million pound company. Starting as a sole trader during the 2008 recession, Chris took on the construction, property, and engineering sectors, eventually expanding his team to over 2…

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Strategic Sales and Revenue Growth (ft. Dale Shephard) 21:54

1y ago21:54

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In this episode of the podcast, Dale Shephard, Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and founder of Trinity Hawk, shares his insights into helping businesses achieve sustainable growth through strategic sales initiatives. Dale explains his role as a CRO, which extends beyond traditional sales leadership to a more holistic approach, incorporating customer suc…

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Cold Calling to Success (ft. Keir Shave) 21:57

1y ago21:57

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In this episode of the Tom Griffiths engages in a compelling conversation with Keir Shave, the founder of Parallel Partnerships, a sales and marketing firm based in Leeds. The discussion revolves around the growth and unique challenges of building a successful business in the B2B sales space. Keir begins by introducing his company, which specialize…

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Legal Essentials for Businesses (ft. Craig Kelly) 21:50

1y ago21:50

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In this episode, Tom Griffiths hosts Craig Kelly, a corporate commercial solicitor at Aqua Bridge Law, who shares valuable insights into the legal aspects of running a business. The conversation focuses on key legal protections and agreements that are crucial for business owners, particularly in the context of shareholder agreements, mergers and ac…

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Marketing Mastery: Strategies for Small Business Success (ft. Miles Phillips) 31:28

1y ago31:28

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In this podcast episode, Tom Griffiths interviews Miles, a seasoned marketing professional with over 30 years of experience. The discussion centres around effective marketing strategies for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those in industries like construction, manufacturing, and engineering. Key Topics: Miles’ Background and …