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Business Leader

Business Leader
Entrepreneurship
Leadership
Covid-19
Artificial Intelligence
UK Economy
Venture Capital
London
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Exeter Chiefs
IKEA
Fintech
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Film Industry
Business Growth
Business Culture
Retail
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Productivity
Customer Experience

Richard Harpin grew his business HomeServe from a single idea to a £4.1bn sale. On the Business Leader Podcast, he speaks to entrepreneurs and business leaders about the moments that shaped their success and failure, unlocking original advice and practical insights for anyone building or leading a business.

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Alidad Moghaddam, CEO of Blue Light Card the UK's leading discount platform for frontline and emergency service workers, talks to Sir Richard Harpin about what he's learned on his journey as a first-time chief executive and from his experiences in a ... more

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Vivian Wong, co-founder of Little Moons, shares the unfiltered story of building the UK's most talked-about mochi ice cream brand — from a small family bakery to a £27mn pound run rate overnight.

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Vinted wasn't an overnight success. The game-changing decision that saved it from failure? Making selling completely free. Adam Jay, CEO of Vinted's Marketplace arm, talks to Sir Richard Harpin about how he helped perfect the Vinted playbook and roll... more

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Kim Innes, the founder of the dessert brand Humble Crumble, recounts her extraordinary business journey to Sir Richard Harpin. It begins with tough shifts at a vendor's stall in Spitalfields market in east London and ends with a chain of successful s... more

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Adam Jay
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Kim Innes
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Chris de Lapuente
Former CEO of Sephora, long-time retail executive
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Episode: From €2.5bn to €16bn: How Sephora redefined beauty retail
Jonathan Spry
CEO of Envelop Risk
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Kai Feller
Co-founder of bart.com, entrepreneur
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Allison Kirkby
CEO of BT
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Matt Pohlson
Founder and CEO of Omaze
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Chief Executive of Mitie Group for almost a decade
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Episode: 'Value people - especially those closest to the customer'

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Richard Harpin
Host of Business Leader Podcast
Dougal Shaw
Host of the Business Leader Podcast

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • A must-listen for anyone interested in entrepreneurship!

    The diversity of businesses covered in this podcast from Business Leader is a breath of fresh air in its genre. So many practical lessons and insights for any CEO/founder of a UK business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    belle1russ
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • World class

    A really good podcast with amazing, world class guests. Very detailed business discussions. No fluff. Just pure business strategy all the way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NeekyUK
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great podcast - business studies an apt name!

    This is a terrific podcast. It’s a great historical look at some of the biggest stories from enterprise and commerce over the years.

    Anyone who is studying for an MBA or business studies will benefit from listening as real life case studies are unpacked with all the benefit of hindsight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmys Jobs
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Fascinating debut

    A great debut podcast. Looking forward to the next episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    richardhfletcher
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Fascinating debut with strong potential for future episodes and guests.
World class podcast with world-class guests and no fluff about strategy and execution.
Great show for MBA-style case studies; useful for studying real-world business history.

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How Humble Crumble went from viral video to stores across London
Q: What role did social media play in your growth, and what are the lessons for other founders?
Social media was the single most important driver of growth; authenticity and consistency matter more than clever hacks, and hiring a dedicated marketer earlier could have helped convert virality into a structured, data-driven growth engine.
How Humble Crumble went from viral video to stores across London
Q: How did you approach pricing and profitability as you scaled?
Pricing was refined through trial and error and input from traders, shifting from high price points to offerings with broader appeal, and implementing a clearer margin strategy with the help of a partner who has commercial experience.
How Humble Crumble went from viral video to stores across London
Q: What was the turning point that moved Humble Crumble from markets to a broader retail strategy?
The combination of going viral with the pumpkin crumble, learning from customer feedback, and then expanding to multiple markets and a pop-up near Covent Garden created the momentum to pursue permanent locations and retail opportunities.
Vinted nearly went bust, now it's worth €8 billion
Q: What were the biggest learnings from your time at Expedia that you carried into Vinted?
He highlights how Expedia's global scale and structured processes informed Vinted's disciplined growth, centralized operations, and the focus on building a robust, multi-market ecosystem.
Vinted nearly went bust, now it's worth €8 billion
Q: What was it in your upbringing that showed you you would be successful in business?
Adam explains a supportive upbringing, a strong education, and a willingness to take risks, coupled with networking and mentorship, which helped him see opportunities and stay curious.

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A leadership-focused interview show that centers on high-profile founders, CEOs, and senior executives as they recount pivotal moments, transformation stories, and practical playbooks. Episodes emphasize turning around established brands, scaling via omnichannel strategy, leveraging technology, and building durable culture while navigating crises. Noteworthy traits include a penchant for concrete leadership lessons, candid reflections on failure and resilience, and a track record of recruiting guests from retail, beverages, tech, and financial services to illuminate scalable business growth for real-world application.

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2. Kim Innes
3. Nnamdi Emelifeonwu
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7. Allison Kirkby
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