Best Leila Willingham Podcasts (2025)

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Behind the Scenes of the First B-Corp Cheesemaker with Sharpham Dairy’s Greg & Nicky Parsons #105 54:49

2d ago54:49

54:49

Sharpham Dairy is the UK’s first B-Corp cheesemaker, a seemingly daunting challenge, but as a family business, the B-Corp values were already their own… Cheesemaking at Sharpham began over 40 years ago, and the story written by current owners Greg and Nicky Parsons is one that they hope lasts for generations to come. Greg & Nicky share the story be…

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Blending Legacy with Evolution in a Beloved Blackburn Brand with Graham & Brown’s Andrew and Iona Graham #104 49:14

16d ago49:14

49:14

There’s an art to family businesses, and if it’s mastered half as well as Graham & Brown have mastered their wallpaper designs, they’ll be thriving for generations to come. The 4th gen is now firmly in place, thanks to Iona and the watchful eye of her father Andrew, and they join us on It Runs In The Family this week to share their long-term perspe…

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The Heart and Handmade Care Behind Coca Cola’s New Mentee with Bumble & Goose’s Director, Lynsey Bleakley #103 53:38

1M ago53:38

53:38

We’ve yet another Northern Irish-based family brand to bring you, this time in the form of luxury bakehouse Bumble & Goose, whose care and handmade quality are second to none. There are few Founders more deserving of such success as Lynsey Bleakley, whose personal and entrepreneurial hurdles haven’t halted her ambitions for a business she’ll one da…

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The Inside Scoop on 5 Generations of Ice Cream with Arnaldo and Daniela Morelli #102 47:11

1M ago47:11

47:11

Morelli Ice Cream’s humble beginnings lie with Peter, one of nine brothers, and several generations later the business thrives with four siblings writing its legacy. Taking us behind the innovative flavours and their stellar supermarket presence, Arnaldo and Daniela Morelli join us for a flavoursome new episode of It Runs In The Family! This episod…

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The Recipe for Centuries of Success with Stokes Tea & Coffee’s Nick Peel and Emma Olivier-Townrow #101 49:05

2M ago49:05

49:05

Before Starbucks in 1971 came the first coffee shop in 1919… and decades before that, Robert Stokes launched a brand which would span centuries. Now under 4th generation leadership with great-grandson Nick, the Stokes Tea & Coffee brand is the perfect example of a family firm sticking to its roots, while moving with the times. Nick joins us alongsi…

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The Quintessential Family Business Story with Barker Group’s Former-MD, Matthew Barker #100 1:14:09

3M ago1:14:09

1:14:09

Welcome to our 100th episode of It Runs In The Family, and what a celebration we have for you - we present the quintessential family business story. Matthew Barker’s journey with the family firm is a thrilling ride that pulls on the heart strings, and proudly exhibits what makes family businesses so undeniably special… Join us for a moving story wh…

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Capturing Children’s Creativity Across the Generations with Le Toy Van’s Steve and Marie Le Van #99 44:26

3M ago44:26

44:26

As parents, working in such a family-oriented field is bound to blur lines between work and home - such a line is one that the Le Van family walk effortlessly… Steve Le Van is the 2nd generation leader of Le Toy Van, working in complementary harmony with wife and Creative Director, Marie. The charm of Le Toy Van’s products flows through the duo eff…

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The Farmhouse Family Behind Award-Winning Dairy with Graham’s Family Dairy’s Dr Robert Graham and Carol Graham #98 1:01:38

4M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Dr Robert Graham’s story begins in a farmhouse, being born just one year after the inception of the business he’d go on to live and breathe. Graham’s Family Dairy is over 70 years strong, and farming runs firmly in the family’s lineage, so how did a humble Scottish brand find themselves launching products in Dubai? It’s a staggering story, which we…

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The Art of Perfecting PR & Reputation in Family Business with LLPR’s Liz and Leila Willingham #97 22:01

4M ago22:01

22:01

We were delighted to speak about growing family businesses through PR and reputation at the Northern Ireland Family Business Forum - wouldn’t you love to be a fly on the wall for that? Luckily, this episode of ‘It Runs In The Family’ is exactly that! We looked back on 26 years of experience and expertise, our journey to this point, what PR means in…

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The Heart Behind Headhunting with Nurole’s Susie, Ned and Oliver Cummings #96 54:24

5M ago54:24

54:24

Susie Cumming’s first venture into headhunting unveiled an awareness of the greatness that could be achieved when the whole family combines their skills… Combining her entrepreneurialism with the creativity and analysis of sons Ned and Oliver has brought such success to their business Nurole, now under 2nd generation leadership! The skills, the dyn…

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Why You Should Build a Purpose-Driven, Selfless Business with Millwood’s Co-Owner, Matt Wood #95 59:42

5M ago59:42

59:42

Millwood is the only, and therefore the #1 B Corp in its field. For most, that’d be the dream, but Co-Owner Matt Wood wishes for the opposite… That might sound counterintuitive, but for a business leader whose drive is purpose and impact (as with so many family firms), it reflects a dream synonymous with his values. The 31 year story behind this in…

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The Family Flavour Behind The Avenue Cookery School’s Life-Changing Classes with Diana Horsford, Richard Horsford & Sophie Shalgi #94 1:03:56

5M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

The Avenue Cookery School has left its imprint on countless aspiring chefs, thanks in no small part to the full force of the Horsford family behind it. Diana was joined by her children Richard and Sophie, who have elevated the school to new heights, and for a family with such energy, it’s a joy to explore their equally enrapturing journey in this w…

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Building on the Legacy of a Century-Old Brand with Company Director of Stackers, Chloe Pestell #93 46:35

6M ago46:35

46:35

4 generations have seen a clock business with royalty among its customers become an iconic household name, and it’s Chloe Pestell at the helm of the 102 year old brand. Stackers was born of parent company LC Designs, and with so much of Chloe’s family involved, it’s a fascinating dynamic that we’re able to explore in this week’s episode of It Runs …

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Finding Power in Purpose with Humanness’ Co-Founders, Quinn Stainfield-Bruce and Duncan Bruce #92 1:06:37

6M ago1:06:37

1:06:37

There is no traditional dynamic between the Co-Founders of Humanness, but the way the father-son duo thrive together is an extraordinary story. With a strive for purpose and contentment at their core, Quinn Stainfield-Bruce and his father, Duncan Bruce, have a unique outlook on the family business world brimming with mantras that’ll change your per…

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Improving on Perfection Between Every Generation with Sustainit Solutions’ CEO, Pip Stockford #91 55:00

7M ago55:00

55:00

Sustainit Solutions exists thanks to the forward-thinking nature of its Founder - no wonder its 2nd gen CEO is just as cognizant of the family firm’s future… Pip Stockford is this week’s special guest, and as one of the first families to spot the need for sustainability in business, we learn what makes them tick! Join us on ‘It Runs In The Family’ …

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The Complicated Art of Succession Planning with Frettens Solicitors’ Matthew Fretten #90 1:07:10

7M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

Nothing can test a family bond quite like being in business together, a gauntlet run by the two generations who’ve helmed Frettens Solicitors. Matthew Fretten is a Managing Partner whose path saw him join his father’s firm (the manner of which is a point of contention between the pair…), and the business’ journey has been far from simply smooth sai…

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Love in Every Bottle: The Care in Crafting a Family Firm with G&I Spirits Group’s Simon & Gina Duke #89 56:21

8M ago56:21

56:21

If you could bottle up the ingredients to entrepreneurship, it’d be best sold in the loving, careful hands of Simon & Gina Duke… The mentality passed down through the Duke family is so key to the success of G&I Spirit Group, a multinational family firm where they still commit to having ‘a little love in every bottle’. Simon & Gina’s journey is utte…

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The Family Toy Firm Playing the Long Game with Casdon’s MD, Phil Cassidy #88 41:25

8M ago41:25

41:25

Dyson, DeLonghi, Kenwood - while the adults play with the real thing, Casdon’s decades-long mission has been inspiring joy through iconic toys. Role-play is such an inspiring part of kids’ childhoods, and at the head of the business bringing these visions to life is 3rd gen Managing Director, Phil Cassidy. Phil joins us on It Runs In The Family for…

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How to Build a Brand to Stand the Test of Time with Wagstaff Watches’ Peter Foster #87 51:16

9M ago51:16

51:16

Wagstaff Watches’ Founder was many things; a countryman, farmer, and to the custodians over 100 years later, a passionate and inspiring watchmaker. Albert Wagstaff’s legacy is one which remains in safe hands, thanks to his grandson and great-grandsons, and it’s a joy to share a glimpse into this fascinating dynamic as we’re joined this week by Pete…

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World-Renowned Wine from Second-Gen Siblings: The Story Behind Ridgeview Wine Estate with Simon & Tamara Roberts #86 53:06

9M ago53:06

53:06

When you take charge of your parents’ business, validation comes in many forms - few are quite as strong as winning ‘International Winemaker of the Year’, the first English wine to do so… Despite the heartfelt challenges of the mid-2010s, Ridgeview Wine Estate’s Simon & Tamara Roberts took the helm of a product that’s been served to royalty… litera…

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The Powerful Pivot Behind the UK’s First Female-Led BCorp Caterers with Ali and Emily Warburton, Co-Founders of Pow Foods #85 48:28

10M ago48:28

48:28

2020 put the events space in jeopardy; One pivot, and Pow Food found its feet in style. Ali & Emily Warburton’s business story starts with a mission to revolutionise workplace food, and has evolved into a home range that embodies the duo’s relentless progression! Join Ali & Emily on It Runs In The Family as the mother-daughter pair shares how their…

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From Family Recipe to Household Name: The Fascinating Story Behind Banhoek Chilli Oil with Co-Founders, Ken Kinsey-Quick and Adi Meintjes #84 40:07

10M ago40:07

40:07

Around 70% of businesses start off at home, and from humble beginnings in Adi Meintjes’ kitchen, the deliciously captivating Banhoek Chilli Oil was born. He and his brother-in-law, Ken Kinsey-Quick, have global aspirations for a brand that’s survived early pandemic setbacks in bringing a family recipe to life! The duo join us on It Runs In The Fami…

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Uncovered: The Family DNA From Our 3 Quickfire Questions #83 31:07

11M ago31:07

31:07

Every episode of our podcast has posed the same three questions, hoping to track trends across businesses - after 82 episodes, it’s about time we took a look back… In a very special episode of It Runs In The Family, join us for a journey through some of our favourite answers from the likes of Cook, Thatcher’s and Cornishware among many others, with…

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Putting a Future Focus on Property Development with Co-Founders of Q New Homes, Michael & Damien Wynne #82 59:10

11M ago59:10

59:10

In an industry that builds for the present, it takes the care of kinship to build for the future - such is the strategy for Michael and Damien Wynne. These brothers have always been destined to work together, and as Co-Founders of property development company Q New Homes, they’re not afraid to pass up on profit for the benefit of the planet. Learn …

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Creating Trust in Premium Properties for 25 Years with Tailor Made Estate Agency’s Robert and Adrian Dunford #81 1:10:25

12M ago1:10:25

1:10:25

Despite the world of estate agency evolving dramatically the Tailor Made approach remains true 25 years on from its inception. Now led primarily by 2nd generation siblings Robert and Adrian, it’s a business bleeding true family values throughout as they build trust selling on some of the most coveted land in the country - Sandbanks. Join the duo fo…

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The Adventurous Hearts Behind Valley and Peak with Sales and Marketing Director, Jim De’Ath #80 56:57

12M ago56:57

56:57

Jim De’Ath grew up with the great outdoors central to his childhood. Now it’s at the heart of his entire family and its business: Valley and Peak. Becoming the 2nd generation to work within the business, Jim’s sights are set on carrying a torch that’ll last for many generations to come… The way that the family has influenced the business is just as…

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What We LOVE About Family Businesses with Liz & Leila Willingham #79 45:37

1y ago45:37

45:37

From our family business to yours: Happy Valentine’s Day! What better day for us to celebrate all that we love about the people behind the show’s family business guests, and beyond. This week, the Willingham family takes centre stage as we look back on our unbelievable roster of guests, and share our adoration for the traits that they’ve exhibited …

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The Family Fire Behind a Luxury Lighting Brand 4 Decades Strong with Pagazzi’s Laura and Rebecca Pagan #78 1:05:02

1y ago1:05:02

1:05:02

Since its inception in 1980, the humble Glaswegian beginnings of Pagazzi Lighting have bloomed into a leading lighting retailer, with the delightful Pagan family at the helm. Founded by Alan and Laura Pagan, they’re now joined in the business by daughter Rebecca - it’s the mother-daughter duo joining us on the podcast this week to share the charmin…

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The Family-First Mentality Steering U-Drive’s Success with Mark & Lauren Hamblin #77 55:54

1y ago55:54

55:54

When Mark Hamblin’s parents rented a single van out throughout the weekdays, little did they know they were laying the simple groundwork for a thriving vehicle hire business. U-Drive’s fleet might be strong, with over four thousand vehicles, but it’s the strength and convictions of the Hamblin family members within the business that one simply can’…

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‘The Holidaymaker’s Dating Agency’: Sharing the Pride of Pembrokeshire with Coastal Cottages’ Matthew & Sophie Evans #76 52:26

1y ago52:26

52:26

Pembrokeshire is a stunning stretch of Welsh coastline whose beauty should sell itself, but it’s Coastal Cottages’ community-building that builds the experience around it. Join us on It Runs In The Family to hear how Matthew and Sophie Evans channel their complementary talents in building a charming holiday cottage agency, all whilst founding one o…

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Taking the Reins of a World-Beating Popcorn Brand with Joe and Seph's Co-Founder & CEO, Adam Sopher #75 46:02

1y ago46:02

46:02

The story behind Joe & Seph’s Gourmet Popcorn begins with a penchant for holiday gifts from the USA, and its latest chapter sees an iconic brand sharing natural flavours like no other. Among 4 family Co-Founders is Adam Sopher, whose role now as CEO sees him reside over a business proud to have secured investment and seen its products in Selfridges…

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Designing Space-Grade Feline Furniture with Catipilla’s Andy Sutton #74 45:06

1y ago45:06

45:06

Catipilla just celebrated their 6th birthday, and the business’ adorable inception draws upon NASA experience and an unbeatable father-son combination. Designing furniture fit for our feline family is a job purrfectly suited to this week’s special guest, Andy Sutton, who takes us through the humble beginnings of every cat’s favourite furniture bran…

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The Family Behind a 5 Year Old’s Dream Come True with New Forest Ice Cream’s Niki Jenman & Christina Veal #73 42:22

1+ y ago42:22

42:22

A 5 year old Christina Veal wanted ice cream, a simple request that set the wheels in motion on a 40 year legacy in the form of New Forest Ice Cream. Christina and her sister, Niki Jenman, now head up the business whose charm is tangible in every tasty scoop. These siblings have such undeniable chemistry, and it’s a joy that they shared it with us …

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The Familial Love and Care Behind Alitex’s Stellar Success with Tom and Nelly Hall #72 1:15:05

1+ y ago1:15:05

1:15:05

Greenhouses may not be an essential product, but that makes the charm and connection of family values a non-negotiable for the marvellous Alitex. With celebrity clients from Sheeran to Sting and an indomitable presence at Chelsea Flower Show, it’s no wonder that Tom and Nelly Hall have such pride in their brand. We join the duo on location this wee…

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Creating an Indispensable Life-Changing Tool with Lyfeguard’s Co-Founders, Gary & Fraser Stewart #71 1:04:53

1+ y ago1:04:53

1:04:53

Some businesses’ products you simply can’t, or shouldn’t, live without - Lyfeguard sets out to make everyone’s lives simpler in a way that few other businesses ever can… In the aftermath of a torrid experience handling two late friends’ estates, Gary Steward and son Fraser Co-Founded a company with care and heart at its core. Join us to hear their …

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The Farm Shop of the Future with Teals Co-Founders, Nick and Ash Sinfield #70 1:02:46

1+ y ago1:02:46

1:02:46

Forget all you know of a farm shop - Nick and Ash Sinfield have created an iconic location in the business they’ve Co-Founded together: Teals. The couple have created a remarkable blend of commerce and hospitality with a food market, restaurant, and range of wellness classes to name a selection of factors that make Teals stand out. We’re joined by …

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Cultural Cuisine with a Charming Family Feel with The Coconut Tree’s Rashintha Rodrigo #69 45:13

1+ y ago45:13

45:13

Sri Lankan food culture brings people together and always lays a space at the table, and that family feel channels into The Coconut Tree’s 9 fantastic locations. Rashintha Rodrigo’s emotional connection with the business has evolved over its 9 years in rather an interesting way - we catch up with him on It Runs In The Family about the chain’s succe…

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The Innovation and Fore-sight Behind Iconic Golf Brand Glenmuir with Managing Director, Mikhel Ruia #68 32:03

1+ y ago32:03

32:03

Glenmuir’s 130 year legacy stands it in great stead, but Managing Director Mikhel Ruia’s constant innovation and tempered approach keeps them moving ever-forwards. We have the rare opportunity to speak with another business within the same family group as last episode’s Sock Shop; both being part of the Ruia Group and interestingly sharing an evide…

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The Family Behind the World’s Warmest Sock with Director of Sockshop, Alok Ruia #67 58:57

1+ y ago58:57

58:57

‘Feel good from the feet up’ - one simple phrase underpins the decades-long history of the Sockshop brand, and its direction is guided by the keen intuition of Alok Ruia. As Director of the brand, which lies within the Ruia Group, there’s a fascinating dynamic between his business and those of his brothers, and a philosophy evident throughout the g…

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Upholding Decades of Leading Skincare Legacy with Care of the Skin’s Directors, Lucy and Hannah Bennett #66 43:53

1+ y ago43:53

43:53

Audrey Githa Goldberg was a health and skincare pioneer, writing two books heralded as ‘bibles’ in their field. That legacy lives on and flourishes through Care of the Skin. The mother & daughter-run business takes its name from one of these books, and both Lucy & Hannah Bennett continue to bring this industry-leading history to life. Hear more fro…

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Adding the Familial Touch to an Award-Winning Resort with Maisons Pariente Co-Founder & Artistic Director, Kimberley Cohen #65 1:00:59

1+ y ago1:00:59

1:00:59

There’s no shortage of hotels offering 5-star experiences, but without the familial touch that’s present in Maisons Pariente’s resorts, they pail in comparison. Launching all three hotels in the same year is challenging enough, let alone having one recognised as the pinnacle of French hospitality in Travel + Leisure’s awards. We dive into the famil…

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Becoming the Guardians of Wookey Hole’s Loving Legacy with Sarah & Ellen Ramsay #64 52:11

1+ y ago52:11

52:11

The appeal of Wookey Hole Caves extends far beyond the titular attraction, and that’s thanks to the unrelenting love and ambition of its current custodians. Sarah Ramsay and her daughter Ellen found themselves suddenly helming a beloved legacy, and have brought together their collective creativity to bring the caves to life. It was a delight to spe…

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The Values-Led Brand Behind Audrey Hepburn’s Iconic Hairstyles with Brand President of Philip Kingsley, Anabel Kingsley #63 46:26

1+ y ago46:26

46:26

Creating a world-first product is already an admirable feat, but to do so with Audrey Hepburn as your collaborator is almost unimaginable. Philip Kingsley created the ‘Elasticizer’ for his eponymous brand, and his passion for haircare & trichology feeds so clearly into his daughter, Brand President Anabel Kingsley. Join us on ‘It Runs In The Family…

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Going Global by Accident, Generating Fun by Design with Boxbollen’s Co-Founders, Jacob & Victor Eriksson #62 47:14

1+ y ago47:14

47:14

A universally loved product for all generations is a remarkable starting point for a business to go global, and an exciting reality for the Eriksson brothers behind Boxbollen. Jacob & Victor have developed a ‘PlayTech’ product earning celebrity endorsements from Khloe Kardashian, Steven Gerrard and Snoop Dogg, building out an infectious, TikTok-abl…

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Training the Next Generation of Acting Talent with iampro’s Ben & Emma Brooks #61 51:58

1+ y ago51:58

51:58

As one of three Co-Founders, Emma Brooks deals not only with a sibling in business, but a spouse too - a unique blueprint to say the least! Emma is Managing Director of iampro alongside husband Ben, Head of Production, and sister Charlie, whose face you might recognise from over one thousand episodes of EastEnders! We’re joined by Ben & Emma in thi…

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The Value of Mistakes & Leveraging ‘Isle of Wight Mentality’ with Teemill’s Co-Founder, Mart Drake-Knight #60 47:18

2y ago47:18

47:18

Sustainability is the seed at the heart of Teemill, and it’s only grown to such an extravagant extent through the shared vision and values of Mart and Rob Drake-Knight. The siblings behind the brand have leveraged ‘Isle of Wight mentality’ to go full-send with their venture, and it’s a delight to speak with Mart on this week’s It Runs In The Family…

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Celebrating 25 Years of LLPR and Our Series Highlights So Far with Liz & Leila Willingham #59 30:27

2y ago30:27

30:27

It’s been 58 episodes of family business revelations so far on It Runs In The Family, and it’s time we take an exploded view on our marvellous guests, with a forensic look into our very own family business DNA too… As we celebrate an incredible 25 years of Liz Lean PR, we’re recalling some of our favourite moments from the podcast so far, and pulli…

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The Family Recipe to COOK’s Stellar Success with Co-CEOs Edward Perry & Rosie Brown #58 44:27

2y ago44:27

44:27

Few kitchens in the UK will be unfamiliar with COOK, a business whose youthful ambitions fuelled the success of their award-winning brand. There’s a delightful culture and commitment to quality shared by Co-CEOs Edward Perry and Rosie Brown, who share just a slice of that passion on this week’s ‘It Runs In The Family’. Join us as we dive into the p…

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Family Design with Quality at its Heart - Co-Founder and Managing Director of Yester Home, Edward Styles #57 45:50

2y ago45:50

45:50

When it comes to home decor, one should seldom skim on quality, and that passion seeps through every facet of Yester Home and its 2nd generation Managing Director, Edward Styles. Sharing a glimpse into an entrepreneurial family in which he Co-Founded the business with his parents, Ed joins us on a heartwarming and homely episode of It Runs In The F…

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The Humble Beginnings of a Multi-Million Pound Education Business with Open Study College’s Co-Founder & CEO, Samantha Rutter-Bryant and Director, Shawna Baker #56 55:40

2y ago55:40

55:40

Open Study College began life in a garage 16 years ago, long before remote learning was rife, which makes their multi-million pound growth that much more staggering. Co-Founder Samantha Rutter-Bryant now bears the torch, working closely with sister and Director, Shawna Baker, a dream team whose family spirit manifests throughout the business. The d…

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