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Episode #333 - From Vision to Virtual Reality: The Future of Online Shopping with 3D and AR - with Damian & James from ElevationX Studios

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Release Date: 01/03/2024

Episode #486 - Balancing Growth, Culture, and Family in ISO Quality Services - with Jennifer Appleton

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In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent sits down with Jennifer Appleton, the dynamic Director behind ISO Quality Services, a Worcester-based business that's been helping companies achieve ISO certifications for over two decades. Jennifer shares the story of how this family business has scaled from a local consultancy to a global service provider, supporting clients in over 28 countries. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 🔹 The Business Model: ISO Quality Services thrives on a hybrid revenue model combining upfront implementation fees with a recurring client maintenance...

Episode #485 - Aligning Business With Values, To Create A Winning Marketplace - with Lorraine Allman

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On this episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Lorraine Allman, a purpose-driven entrepreneur and the founder of Party Without Plastic – a marketplace for sustainable, plastic-free party supplies that launched in spring 2024 and is already on an exciting growth trajectory. Lorraine brings a wealth of experience to the conversation, having built and scaled multiple ventures. In this insightful and honest discussion, she shares the highs and lows of her journey so far, from funding challenges to transitioning from founder-led to team-based operations, all while keeping a firm eye...

Episode #484 - Building Trust and Clarity in Financial Planning - with Matthew Naylor

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In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, we’re joined by Matthew Naylor, the founder of Whitestone Financial Planning, an independent financial advisory firm that’s built around one core value – personal connection. Matthew shares the fascinating journey of launching his own advisory firm just three years ago, following a career that began not in finance, but in law. After realising his passion for working directly with clients and demystifying the world of finance, Matthew stepped into entrepreneurship – and never looked back. We explore how Whitestone stands apart by prioritising genuine...

Episode #483 - ScaleUp Presentation - with Tom Hughes from Gemba Docs

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In this ScaleUp Club exclusive Q&A edition of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Tom Hughes, CEO of Gemba Docs, for a practical and eye-opening discussion on Lean Thinking for SMEs. Tom brings decades of experience in operational excellence and process improvement and shares how small businesses can adopt lean principles without over-complicating things. This session breaks down what lean really looks like in a small business context – and it’s not about cutting costs or mimicking manufacturing giants. It’s about reducing struggle, improving value flow, and making work life...

Episode #482 - Unlocking Business Growth the Human Way - with Bob Hayward

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Welcome to another episode of ScaleUp Radio with me, Granger Forson. You can find me at or on LinkedIn. This time, I had the true pleasure of talking to Bob Hayward, founder of two incredible ventures: Be More Effective and Key Performance Training. Bob’s entrepreneurial journey is not only seasoned with decades of experience but fuelled by a deep commitment to improving the lives of others. His business Be More Effective is a consultancy designed to unlock human potential through the scientific blend of coaching, training and recruitment, all...

Episode #481 - Utilising AI to Help Beat Workplace Stress - with Moksha Menon

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In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, we dive into the fascinating journey of Moksha Menon, the driving force behind &I Technologies Ltd and its flagship product, Moai – an AI-powered stress management app designed specifically for the workplace. What began as a university project evolved over four years into a proactive SaaS solution aimed at revolutionising how organisations approach employee stress. Moksha shares how her team pivoted from a hardware concept to a software-first strategy, learning key lessons about resilience, product-market fit, and the power of community support along the...

Episode #480 - Building A Gym Business Where Everyone Finally Feels At Home - with Louise Williams

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I’m Granger Forson and you can find me at or connect with me on LinkedIn. Today on ScaleUp Radio, I’m chatting with Louise Williams, co-owner of Solace Gym in Cheltenham and the warm personality behind the Pink Pear Bear blog. Louise shares her inspiring journey from feeling frustrated by the unrealistic “insta-perfect” images of motherhood to embracing her own ADHD diagnosis and turning her desire to help others into a thriving community-centered gym. She believed wholeheartedly in creating a place where everyone, from teenagers to seniors, could comfortably work out...

Episode #479 - Creating Authentic Content & Sustainable Growth - with Andrew Kelly

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On this episode of ScaleUp Radio, we dive into the story of Andrew Kelly, the founder of Eightyfive90, a dynamic digital content production company specialising in photography, videography, and drone services. Andrew shares how he turned a crisis into an opportunity when the COVID-19 pandemic forced him to re-evaluate his business strategy – a move that led to significant growth. With turnover increasing by 48% in the last year, Eightyfive90 has expanded beyond Northern Ireland to work with clients in Southern Ireland and internationally. Beyond the lens of content creation, Andrew is also...

Episode #478 - Marketing That Puts Rural Businesses on the Map - with Liz Graney

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In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Liz Graney, founder of Escape the Village, a marketing business born out of her own career pivot from corporate life. Based in rural Britain, Liz has a passion for helping small, often-overlooked rural businesses overcome unique challenges to thrive in a digital-first world. Founded in October 2023, Escape the Village specialises in marketing support for what Liz describes as “well-kept secrets” – rural businesses that struggle with infrastructure limitations, visibility issues, and digital accessibility. From building websites...

Episode #477 - Creating Joyful, Sustainable Business for Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs - with Nikki Butler

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In this enlightening episode of ScaleUp Radio, Kevin Brent is joined by Nikki Butler, the dynamic founder behind The Autistic Joyologist. Nikki shares her powerful journey from corporate burnout to creating a thriving, purposeful business that supports neurodivergent entrepreneurs in finding joy, balance and authenticity. Nikki was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at the age of 36, and what followed was a profound transformation. Through her personal experiences and professional insights, she now empowers others through coaching, mentoring and her innovative RADIATE model – a framework for...

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Hello and welcome back to ScaleUp Radio! I'm Granger Forson, you can connect with me for more intriguing business insights at www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk or join our discussions on LinkedIn. Today we're venturing into the futuristic realm of e-commerce, where 3D modelling and augmented reality (AR) are reshaping how we shop online. In this episode, we're diving deep with Jay Campbell and Damian Krzyzanowski, the innovative minds behind ElevationX Studios.

Imagine a world where you can visualise and interact with products in your home before you buy them. That's the reality ElevationX Studios is creating. Jay and Damian, blending their unique backgrounds and experiences, have launched a company that uses 3D visualisations and AR enhancements to revolutionise e-commerce. From furniture to lighting, they're enhancing customer confidence and reducing product returns, all while navigating the exciting challenges of a start-up.

ElevationX Studios began as a conversation between friends and quickly turned into an entrepreneurial venture. Jay and Damian spotted a gap in the marketplace and seized the opportunity, developing a service offering that stands out in the competitive world of e-commerce. Their journey from prototyping on Damian's brand to establishing a business model with transparent pricing and AI-generated models illustrates the power of innovation and strategic planning.

Join us as we unravel the masterclass in start-ups that Jay and Damian have to offer. They share their insights on managing cash flow, focusing on revenue generation Now, and leveraging past experiences to build a formidable team. It's an episode filled with lessons on experimentation, learning from failures, and developing cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems in e-commerce.

So, tune in for an inspiring journey into the world of ElevationX Studios, where the future of online shopping is being redefined through 3D modelling and augmented reality.

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Resources:

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