ScaleUp Radio
Hi there and welcome back to another edition of ScaleUp Radio, the podcast inspired by the Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System and designed to make navigating our ScaleUp journeys that little bit easier by learning from others' experiences. I’m Kevin Brent and today I’m joined by social entrepreneur Adefunke Larigo, founder of Agency Connection, a trailblazing organisation dedicated to recruiting diverse panel members for adoption and fostering assessments in the UK. Ade shares her journey, from shifting business models to overcome industry challenges, to launching a jobs board aimed...
info_outline Episode #387 - Branding Brilliance: Scaling Start-ups - with Danny MatthewsScaleUp Radio
Join Granger Forson on ScaleUp Radio for an exhilarating dive into the entrepreneurial universe of Danny Matthews, the visionary behind Short Story Ventures. In this episode, we explore Danny's unique approach to entrepreneurship. Learn why obsessing over problems rather than solutions can be a game-changer for your business. Danny’s mantra of "validating the problem" has not only shaped his career but also the success of the start-ups he mentors. With a focus on branding, design, and strategic positioning, Danny ensures that each venture is not just a business, but a story...
info_outline Episode #386 - Content & Courage: My Entrepreneurial Reset - with Carla ProutScaleUp Radio
Find me, Granger Forson, at [BizSmart Gloucestershire](http://www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk) or connect with me on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/). In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, we explore the captivating world of Carla Prout, the dynamic force behind Carla’s Captivating Content. Delve into her entrepreneurial journey, where flexibility and passion reign supreme. Carla’s story is not just about business growth but also about personal evolution, as she transitioned from leading a team back to thriving as a solo entrepreneur. Discover how challenges like team management and...
info_outline Episode #385 - Navigating Business Transitions and Building a Product-Centric Empire - with Steven Borwell-FoxScaleUp Radio
Hi there and welcome back to another edition of ScaleUp Radio, the podcast inspired by the Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System and designed to make navigating our ScaleUp journeys that little bit easier by learning from others' experiences. I’m Kevin Brent and In today’s episode, we’re joined by Steven Borwell-Fox, an entrepreneur who transitioned from running a service-based company to acquiring Telecetera, a product-focused business, in 2019. Steven will share his journey, detailing the strategic due diligence involved in the acquisition, the benefits of a holding company structure, and the...
info_outline Episode #384 - From Journalism To Watches: One Man's Vision For A Legacy - with Seán BrickellScaleUp Radio
Hi there and welcome back to another edition of ScaleUp Radio, the podcast inspired by the Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System and designed to make navigating our ScaleUp journeys that little bit easier by learning from others' experiences. I’m Kevin Brent and In today’s episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Seán, founder of the luxury watch brand Edward Christopher. Discover how Seán transitioned from a disillusioned journalist to a visionary entrepreneur, creating exquisite watches that do more than just tell time—they give back, donating 10% of profits to children's charities....
info_outline Episode #383 - From Fashion Label to Thriving Production Agency - with Fazane FoxScaleUp Radio
Hi there and welcome back to another edition of ScaleUp Radio, the podcast inspired by the Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System and designed to make navigating our ScaleUp journeys that little bit easier by learning from others' experiences. I’m Kevin Brent and today we’re diving into the remarkable journey of Fazane Fox, founder of Fazane Fox Production Agency. Fazane started with a passion for fashion, launching her own label 13 years ago, only to pivot to a full-service production agency supporting over 100 brands globally. We’ll explore her transition from struggling with her...
info_outline Episode #382 - Nurturing a Family Business into a Global Brand - with Meg HawkinsScaleUp Radio
Hi there and welcome back to another edition of ScaleUp Radio, the podcast inspired by the Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System and designed to make navigating our ScaleUp journeys that little bit easier by learning from others' experiences. I’m Kevin Brent and this week on the show I’m joined by Meg Hawkins, founder of Meg Hawkins Art. Starting from her kitchen table, Meg has grown her passion for art into a flourishing global business. We’ll explore her journey from making handmade greeting cards to securing international licensing deals and launching a wide array of products....
info_outline Episode #381 - ScaleUp Club Spotlight Special - with Sam Fenton-ElstoneScaleUp Radio
Hi there and welcome back to another Spotlight Special episode of ScaleUp Radio, the podcast inspired by the Entrepreneurial ScaleUp System and designed to make navigating our ScaleUp journeys that little bit easier by learning from others' experiences. I’m Kevin Brent and Today we bring back Sam Fenton-Elstone of Anything is Possible and put him in the spotlight at our ScaleUp Club and give other business owners the chance to ask Sam their questions. AIP is a company that has grown impressively to 70 people across several offices in just six years. Sam will share how...
info_outline Episode #380 - Cultivating Cultures of Wellbeing: Becoming Curious about Me - with Fiona McKinnonScaleUp Radio
Welcome to another insightful episode of ScaleUp Radio! I'm Granger Forson, your host from BizSmart Gloucestershire, committed to guiding you through the complexities of scaling up your business with ease and joy. You can discover more about the journey to business joy at [www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk](http://www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk) or connect with me on LinkedIn. Today, we dive into the inspiring journey of Fiona McKinnon, a visionary in the tech start-up world who transitioned from the brink of burnout to founding the Moment Company. Fiona shares her profound...
info_outline Episode #379 - Tech, Toppings, and Triumph: A Recipe for Entrepreneurial Success - with Rachael WilloughbyScaleUp Radio
Welcome back to another delicious slice of inspiration on ScaleUp Radio, where we feast on the success stories that warm the entrepreneurial soul. I'm your host, Granger Forson. You can find me nurturing the seeds of business joy at [www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk](http://www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk) or connecting the dots of opportunity on LinkedIn. Today, we delve into the savoury journey of Rachael Willoughby, a maven in melding creative ingenuity with gustatory delight through her ventures, Square One Software and CasaGees Pizza Delivery. Rachael's odyssey is a...
info_outlineThis week on Scale Up Radio, I am joined by Duncan Gilroy of Hussingtree Blend ltd. A business venture spawned over a few gins that has grown so much that Hussingtree is now looking at expanding into a further premises as the scale of production needs to expand to meet the demand for this exciting new gin.
The award winning Hussingtree Gin is certainly something special, from the small village of Martin Hussingtree just north of Worcester. Duncan and his family (or in this case business partners), have worked very hard and won several prestigious awards that showcase the local ingredients in their gin from around the Worcester area.
Duncan’s business background before becoming a distiller was primarily in marketing and branding so he already had a solid grasp of what would be needed to successfully sell something different in the already well ‘soaked’ gin market.
Over the course of the episode we discuss;
- How the business started, from humble gin tastings and dabbling in distilling at home to the demand that now has to be met in several local retailers and various food and beverage locations.
- Duncan goes into the intricacies of licensing and why sometimes it's better to hold off on scaling up the business before you are actually ready for the responsibilities that growth entails.
- And the brilliant discussion of what actually works with gin flavours, traditional juniper berries or Asparagus?
As always, there is plenty in here for business owners, no matter where you are on your scale up journey.
Duncan can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncangilroy/?originalSubdomain=uk
https://www.hussingtreegin.co.uk/
https://www.mulvern-gin.co.uk
Or he can be contacted by: [email protected]
Facebook: @HussingtreeGin
Twitter: @GinHussingtree
Instagram: @hussingtree_gin
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