On today’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Matthew Phelan - Co-Founder of The Happiness Index, an employee engagement and happiness platform. From working on a farm at a young age, to creating a business plan in Wetherspoons, and founding a business with friends - Matthew’s career journey is certainly unique. In this episode, Matthew shares th…

On this week’s episode of The Merri-Cast podcast, I’m thrilled to be joined by the wonderful Karina Murray – Founder and CEO of Aunua Global. Karina’s mission with Aunua Global is incredibly inspiring and in this episode, she shares how the business came about and why she’s so passionate about helping young people. She also shares many valuable les…

On this week's episode, I’m delighted to be joined by the brilliant Solomon Thimothy - Co-Founder and CEO of OneIMS – Integrated Marketing Solutions and Clickx. He’s helped businesses increase their revenue using his 10X Framework and is also an expert in lead generation and customer acquisition. In this episode, Solomon’s passion is clear through …

As entrepreneurs, it’s essential to have resilience but until we face certain challenges, we often don’t recognise how resilient we truly are. Joining us this week is someone who’s resilience shines through – the brilliant Kelly Gilmour-Grassam, Founder and Director of Making You Content. Kelly had a passion for writing from an early age and rather…

On today’s episode, we’re joined by the brilliant Mark Goyder, Founder of Tomorrow’s Company – “a not-for-profit think tank that exists to inspire and enable business to be a force for good.” In this episode, Mark details his early career, particularly the four people who inspired him during this time. He also shares the story of how Tomorrow’s Com…

Today’s guests are Adam Twidell and Carol Cork – co-founders of Private Fly, a hugely successful aviation business that grew and grew until it was acquired a few years ago. In this episode, they share their entrepreneurial journey of Private Fly as well as all the work they’ve done since deciding to sell the business. They also discuss: •Why you ne…

Our last episode of the year is now live and features the fantastic Chris Parke – Co-Founder of Talking Talent. In this episode, Chris shares some brilliant insights, including: 👏 The importance of purpose. 📈 Using data to build a business case. 👍 Making more good decisions than bad. 📆 Spending enough time on planning. 😊 Why you need to surround yo…

On today’s episode, I am joined by the fantastic Kim Ades – President of Frame of Mind Coaching and Journal Engine Software and CEO of The Journal That Talks Back. Kim’s career has been one full of variety – there’s not many interviews in which you fit a psychology degree, a balloon business, then a software entrepreneur. Because of this variety, K…

Welcome to our latest episode of The Merri-Cast podcast! We’ve covered so many subjects that every entrepreneur has faced on their business journey and now that we’re close to 40 episodes of the podcast, we’ve listened back and noticed some issues come up time and again. One of these is the subject of authenticity. So, we thought we’d make this wee…

On this week’s episode of The Merri-Cast Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Jane Sunley –Co-founder of Hendrick & Hyde and a best-selling business author. Jane previously had a thriving career in hospitality. However, since turning to entrepreneurship, she has founded and co-founded four hugely successful businesses including Purple Cubed and Tal…

Having a career structure and plan is the driving force behind many people’s success. However, for my next guest on The Merri-Cast, having a largely instinctive career is what’s helped them the most. This week, I’m joined by the insightful Lucy McCarraher – Author, Keynote Speaker, Book Mentor & Publisher, and Founder of Rethink Press and The Busin…

On this week's episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Rachel Turner. Rachel began her career as a music industry entrepreneur but over the last 20 years, has been a successful coach and leadership advisor. She is the Founder of ‘Achieve Unlimited’ and Co-Founder of VC Talent Lab “which aims to put leadership talent development at the heart of the VC …

On today's episode, I'm joined by Lisa Michaels - CEO of ‘Lisa Michaels’, GeniusU Mentor, and Real Estate Investor. Lisa’s career speaks for itself with over 30 years of “soul-filled business and leadership experience”, an author of several books, 20+ years as an accelerated learning workshop facilitator, and more. Her first successful business exp…

This week, I am joined by Felicity Cowie – Founder of Cowiecom, Business Consultant, International Communications Trainer, Author, and an award-winning former BBC, ITV, and Panorama journalist. As a former journalist turned entrepreneur myself, I could resonate with a lot of what Felicity had to say and I’m sure you will as well. In this episode, F…

Entrepreneur or not, it’s important to know the value in what you do and for our latest guest on ‘The Merri-Cast’, it’s no different. Joining me today is the fantastic Jude Jennison – Founder of Leaders by Nature, Founder of AskOpus Ltd, Coach, Author, Speaker, and Podcast Host. In this episode, Jude discusses: Having a thirst for knowledge at a yo…

Being connected to your purpose and your ‘why’ is important for any entrepreneur and for my brilliant guest Zoe Walters, it’s absolutely integral. Zoe is the Founder & CEO of The OutPlacers, a self-employed Coach & Consultant at ‘Zig Zag Consulting Ltd’, and Founder & Head Coach of ‘The Coach House Club’. In this episode, Zoe discusses knowing your…

Today, I am joined by the brilliant Bob Quick - CEO of Blue Light Global Solutions and Executive Director of Global Secure Accreditation. Previously, Bob had a hugely successful 30+year career as a detective in the police force. In this episode, he discusses: Being resilient to disappointment The two vital qualities you need as an entrepreneur Lear…

On today's episode, I am joined by the insightful Andrew Armes – Cultural Architect, Coach, and Leadership Development Expert and Founder of The Purposeful Practice Ltd. Previously, Andrew was a self-employed Leadership Development Consultant, Head of Talent Acquisition at 'Roche', and also co-founded The Spring Project. In this episode, he discuss…

After a short break, The Merri-Cast podcast is back and I’m thrilled that my next guest is the brilliant David Mellor – Founder of David Mellor Publishing. David has had a fantastic career. Previously, he was Director of David Mellor Mentoring for 14 years, Director of Azure Partners limited for over 15 years, and also has 25 years’ experience in c…

On today’s episode, I am joined by Mac Attram – World-Class Business Trainer & Coach, #1 International Bestselling Author, International Speaker, and Founder & CEO of MindSpace Coaching. This episode is filled with incredible wisdom and advice from Mac. He discusses passion vs purpose, why you can’t improve what you don’t measure, and why your busi…

On today's episode, I am joined by Steve Jack - Owner and Managing Director of Gem Cable Solutions. Over the course of his career, Steve has been no stranger to taking risks – whether it’s moving to London with £50 in his pocket, spending his redundancy money on toys to open a toy shop, or putting himself outside his comfort zone. In this episode, …

Knowing where you fit in and where you don’t is difficult, but according to our upcoming guest on The Merri-Cast, it’s an essential part of your entrepreneurial journey. On today's episode, I’m joined by Peter Winick – founder and CEO of @Thought Leadership Leverage. A self-confessed information junkie, Peter constantly wants to learn more and has …

Some people would say that starting a business with friends or family is risky, but for Matt Rogan it was a no-brainer. In September 2011, Matt, alongside his wife Claire and friend, Gareth Balch, set up Two Circles – a successful data driven sports agency that helps sports organisations build direct relationships with sports and fans. After sellin…

When you become an entrepreneur, it’s important to know why you’re doing it and what you want to achieve. You need to have a mission and purpose. On today's episode, I'm joined by the fantastic Masami Sato - best-selling Author, 2x TEDx Speaker, and Founder and CEO of B1G1 - a global giving movement of effective 'transaction-based' giving connectin…

We’re often told to be bold and take risks – but how many of us can say we fully think them through first? Our first guest of 2023 on The Merri-Cast, is the brilliant Ashutosh Garg, who explains why it’s essential to take risks but just as important to have all the facts first. Ashutosh is the Founder of Equation Coaching and The Brand Called You –…

Welcome to part 2 of our 2-part episode special where we look back at all our incredible guests from 2022 and listen to all our favourite moments so far. In part 2, highlights are taken from our episodes with Jim James, Robert Clay, Paulina Roach, Jackie Lapin, Bill Sherman, Joel Blake OBE, Surbhi Dedhia, Jasper Steinhausen, Marie-France Samba, and…

Today's episode is part 1 of a 2-part episode special where we'll be looking back and picking out our favourite moments from our incredible guests so far. In part 1, highlights are taken from our episodes with Steph Taylor, Terri Vincent, Paul Corke, Del Lewis, Michael Moran, Perry Timms, Neeraj Shah, Stijn Smet, Simon Fanshawe, and Cheryl Luzet. Y…

To become a successful entrepreneur, there is no one ‘right way’ but there are multiple, valuable things you can do to achieve success quicker, or achieve more than you ever imagined. On today’s episode of The Merri-Cast, we are joined by someone who provides invaluable lessons to help entrepreneurs achieve their goals., who strives off a positive …

Being an entrepreneur means that personal branding is essential…but why? Well, our latest guest on The Merri-Cast is an expert in this exact topic – in fact, it’s the inspiration behind her entire business. Joining me on today’s episode is personal branding, visibility, and leadership coach extraordinaire, Marie-France Samba. Marie-France is also a…

This week, I am joined by the fantastic Jasper Steinhausen - CEO-adviser, Business Consultant, Speaker, Mentor, and Podcaster. Jasper is the Founder of Business with Impact, Sustainable Business Advisor and Owner of Steinhausen!, and Owner of Steinhausen Holding IVS. In this episode, Jasper shares his passion on how to make sustainability profitabl…

Joining me on this week’s episode is the superb Surbhi Dedhia – the Founder and CEO of Digital Genie, Founder of JotMyBio, and host of ‘The Making of a Thought Leader’ podcast. She originally began her career in the corporate world but after moving from Singapore to Dubai, naturally moved into the world of entrepreneurship. The move opened many ave…

When I ask entrepreneurs how they became one, I’m often met with the response ‘it was an accident’, ‘it wasn’t planned’, or ‘I just fell into it’ – it’s how I became an entrepreneur myself and for today's guest, it’s the same for him too. I’m delighted to announce that on today's episode, we are joined by the brilliant Joel Blake OBE – Entrepreneur…

I’m thrilled that today’s guest is the fantastic Bill Sherman – COO and Thought Leadership Practice Lead for Thought Leadership Leverage, and co-host of the podcast ‘Leveraging Thought Leadership’. In this episode, Bill discusses turning your passion into a profession, the importance of clarity, and the key to a strong business partnership. He also…

Joining me on today's episode of The Merri-Cast is the brilliant Jackie Lapin. Jackie is the Founder of SpeakerTunity, the Speaker & Leader Resource Company, an author, and a lifelong pioneer and innovator. Her career has been ground-breaking. She began as one of the first women sportswriters in America, which lead her to create one of the largest …

On this week's episode of 'The Merri-Cast', I have the fantastic Paulina Roach joining me. Paulina is a Business Coach and Mentor at The International Academy of Wealth, and a Facilitator, Speaker, Virtual COO, and Business Consultant at Paulina Roach Consulting. After 20 years in hospitality and building a reputation for problem-solving, a new exp…

Our guest on today's podcast is Robert Clay - a man full of entrepreneurial energy. Ideas and answers seem to come to him so naturally. His latest and possibly greatest idea of all, is all about a 628% growth, that's the average exponential growth he achieved among hundreds of his past clients. He's built various businesses over the years, all with…

Joining me on today's episode is the brilliant Jim James, Founding and Managing Director of EASTWEST Public Relations, Author, and Podcast host of 'The UnNoticed Entrepreneur'. At 27 years old, Jim started EASTWEST Public Relations in Singapore and offices of the same agency in China, India, and then the UK. Jim's experiences mean he knows a thing …

On today’s episode of ‘The Merri-Cast’, I am joined by the fantastic Cheryl Luzet. Cheryl is the Founder and CEO of Wagada – a successful results-driven marketing agency which she started up in 2011, over 10 years now. In this episode, Cheryl discusses what motivated her to start Wagada, the benefits of networking, the importance of hiring people b…

In today’s episode, I am joined by the brilliant Simon Fanshawe, OBE. Simon is a Partner at Diversity by Design, an entrepreneur, Board Member and Chairman of various organisations, an Author, Writer, and Broadcaster, and is also an award-winning comedian, so he’s very funny. In this upcoming episode, Simon discusses why passion can be your worst e…

Joining me on today's episode is the fantastic Stijn Smet. Stijn is the Managing Director of the 'Academy for Corporate Entrepreneurship' and an innovation expert. His passion for innovation and helping 'intrapreneurs' (entrepreneurs in business) is obvious. In this insightful conversation, Stijn discusses what makes innovation programs successful,…

On this week’s episode, I am joined by the brilliant Neeraj Shah. Neeraj is the Founder of Titan Masterminds and a LinkedIn Coach, Expert, Trainer, and Speaker. He is also a LinkedIn Faculty and Top Mentor for the Global Entrepreneur Platform ‘Genius-U’ so he knows what it means to be successful and an expert in his field. In this episode, Neeraj d…

Today, I am joined by the fantastic Perry Timms - Founder & Chief Energy Officer of PTHR (People and Transformational HR). A global speaker, author of the 2 acclaimed books 'Transformational HR’ and ‘The Energized Workplace’, a 2-time TEDx Speaker and 2nd on HR Magazine’s 2021 Most Influential HR Thinker list - Perry also has bags of value to share…

In today’s episode, I am joined by the brilliant Michael Moran - Chief Executive and Founder of 10Eighty. Until he was nearly 60 years old, setting up his own business wasn’t really something that Michael expected to be doing. A decade on, he has overcome many of the challenges of growing and expanding a business. His resilience, strong sense of va…

Today, I am joined by ‘Venturepreneur’, Speaker, Author and Founder of TriClare Business Holdings, Del Lewis. In this episode, Del discusses taking ‘inspired action’, the importance of understanding what you want to succeed, and the obstacles he overcame to become a hugely successful ‘Venturepreneur’. With knowledge and experience across the board …

We all like to say that we ‘live in the moment’ but how many of us really practise what we preach? Our latest guest does it better than anyone else we’ve ever met. Author, speaker, and business owner Paul Corke was only eighteen when he narrowly cheated death in the Hillsborough Disaster. Today he is the Managing Director of Leadership Innovators -…

Today, I am joined by the hugely successful Business Coach Mentor, Facilitator, Trainer, and Public Speaker, Terri Vincent. In this episode, Terri provides real insight on the importance of being your most authentic self, both professionally and personally. She learnt this the hard way – in this candid interview, she is frank about her mistakes alo…

Today, I am joined by internationally renowned Digital Product Launch Entrepreneur and podcast host, Steph Taylor. Through her e-books, including ‘The Digital Product Kickstart Kit, ‘Socialette’ podcast, launch plans, online masterclasses, and much more besides, Steph is an expert in everything you need to launch your digital product. In this episo…

In this launch episode, Trevor introduces you to "The Merri-Cast" podcast. He explains his reasons for starting a podcast, why you should have a listen, and what you can expect in future episodes.