Swim Against The Tide

In this inspiring discussion, Antonia Johnstone, the CEO and Re-Founder of Sign ofthe Times as she shares her journey from university economics student to leadingthe luxury resale marketplace in the UK.Discover how resilience, innovation, and strategic partnerships, including agroundbreaking deal with John Lewis, have driven her success in the sustainablefashion industry.Antonia shares her journey from building a small team at Timpanys, her first venturepost university, to acquiring and growing the market leader in this exciting sector.She discusses the importance of brand heritage, innovative growth strategies, andthe power of community and resilience in business success.The SATT Team :)#podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

Today we meet the fascinating, budding social entrepreneur Julian Warowioff, the UK MD of Lemonaid Beverages.He shares his inspiring journey from a desire to build a career on good foundations to being part of the senior leadership team of a successful global social enterprise brand.We discover insights on social business, branding, market entry strategies, and the importance of authenticity and design in building a beloved product.We find out how Julian and trusty suitcase hit the streets of Switzerland and the UK to build brand awareness and a retail footprint.Julian shares insights on leadership, work-life balance, company culture, and growth strategies, emphasising the importance of self-care, authentic branding, and strategic expansion.The SATT Team :)#podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

Barnaby Edwards didn't set out to be a farmer. After nearly two decades as a product designer, he found himself back on the Isle of Wight - and accidentally into the leadership of his wife's family business, The Garlic Farm.With no background in food, farming or hospitality, he did the only thing that made sense: admitted he knew nothing, listened hard, and got to work.In this episode, Barnaby talks about navigating a family business turnaround, transitioning the farm from conventional to certified organic, achieving B Corp status after a five-year journey, and why not knowing anything turned out to be his biggest competitive advantage.He also reflects on the emotional complexity of leading a business that carries generations of family history — and why, given everything, he'd do it all again without hesitation.The SATT Team :) #podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

I loved meeting Colette and hearing her story of how she developed, launched and grew the amazing skincare beauty brand The Inkey List with her co-founder Mark Curry.Colette is so open about her journey and why she feels she has enjoyed success. It is obvious hearing about her absolute focus on her customer’s needs and psyche when she develops a solution to their questions, always ensuring she is solving a real problem and helping people understand more about skincare.We discover insights on entrepreneurship, brand building, social media strategy, and the importance of authenticity and education in business, as well as the importance of declaring boundaries when working with your partner!The SATT Team :)#podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

In this fascinating episode Steve Henry goes glamping with Derry Green, the founder and creator of The Secret Garden Glamping company.Derry shares his inspiring journey from a lockdown project with his children to building a thriving glamping business with bookings for the next 18-months and a famous appearance on BBC1’s Dragons’ Den.He shares the interesting view that he is running a social media business, that happens to rent out glamping units. He includes insights into business growth, franchising, and the impact of social media. Derry explains how he discovered that embracing challenges and innovation can lead to extraordinary success.He discusses the importance of service, the evolution of the market, and lessons learned along the way, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs and hospitality providers.The SATT Team :)#podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

This week we meet professional sportsman turned health businessman Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu as he shares his journey from being a football to becoming an entrepreneur in the functional beverage industry.He discusses the challenges he faced in his career with injuries and how he discovered a natural remedy that transformed his health with his father.This led to the creation of The Turmeric Company a brand focused on providing functional beverages that promote wellness and help others get the benefits of the product with inflammation.Thomas emphasises the importance of nutrition in health and shares inspiring customer testimonials that highlight the impact of his products.The SATT Team :) #podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

In this conversation, Lisa Donohue, Managing Director of Kerb Foods’ social enterprise arm, shares her journey from a marketing and PR background to leading the social enterprise focused on empowering individuals through food and hospitality.She discusses the unique business model of Kerb Foods, which combines street food, events, and social enterprise to support independent traders.Lisa elaborates on the coaching programs designed to help individuals from various backgrounds gain employment and start their own businesses in the hospitality sector.The conversation also touches on the importance of community, cultural diversity, and the future expansion plans for Kerb Foods, including their recent venture into Berlin.The SATT Team :) #podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship

In this latest, engaging conversation on the Swim Against The Tide podcast, we meet Mike Turner the Founder and MD of the wonderful Bird & Blend Tea Company.He shares his entrepreneurial journey, emphasising the importance of customer experience, resilience, and the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.Mike discusses the brand's growth strategies, including crowdfunding and collaborations, while reflecting on his personal evolution as a leader. He finally highlights the significance of building a purpose-driven business and the future aspirations for Bird & Blend Tea.The SATT Team :) #podcast #business #swimagainstthetide #growth #entrepreneurship