It Runs In The Family
Liz & Leila WillinghamHello! We're Liz & Leila Willingham and welcome to "It Runs In The Family". We're the mother and daughter duo working within the public relations and communications agency, Liz Lean PR. Running a business is hard - really hard. Every business has its challenges and it's own ups and downs - but in a family business, this is often exaggerated by the willingness to speak your mind. But it also has so... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ManagementBusinessEntrepreneurship | |||
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What does it take to keep a 100+ year-old family business feeling fresh?
The fourth-generation CEO of The Fine Bedding Company, Claire Watkin, uncovers a century-long journey from feathers flying around a Liverpool factory to award-winning innovatio... more
Cornwall is a corner of the world which imprints itself on all who visit, and few businesses are quite as synonymous with their origins as Fat Willy’s, a perennial presence on the Cornish coastline.
In this episode, Liz and Leila sit down with Co-Ow... more
Dominion is a three-generation print business which nearly began as the UK’s first McDonald's franchisee - that ‘sliding doors’ moment set the trajectory for a far greater journey for the firm’s family…
In this episode, Liz and Leila sit down with V... more
When your dad tells you that life is a do-it-yourself project, what would you feel empowered to build?
A single, overlooked byproduct of coffee roasting has become Tepi Naturals, a family-run skincare brand headed up by the ambitious and driven Bre... more
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Not only is every guest an inspiration, they each bring a unique and moreish personality that Liz and Leila get to play with. Every episode is a hit, thank you!
Apple Podcasts5carlozevo
United Kingdom3 years ago - Love love love!
This podcast is so good! My favourite episodes have been Squirrel Sisters, Scrumbles, Finnmark Sauna and Haskins. So many great stories and tips that every entrepreneur can learn from. Can’t wait for the next one!
Apple Podcasts5papsam01United Kingdom5 years ago - Fantastic episode!
Loved the episode with Tamsin! Wish I lived near Stockton Bury to see all that was talked about. Wonderful heartfelt episode about the future of gardens like these.
Apple Podcasts5Agatha Fan!
United States5 years ago - Loving Liz and Leila double act
Great concept for a podcast series. Love your relaxed approach too. Running a business can be tough. Add family to that equation and you have such interesting dynamics to explore. Well done ladies!
Apple Podcasts5TracieBBUnited Kingdom5 years ago - Really interesting listen not just from the family business side but business in general
As someone who has experience working in a few different ventures involving family, some successful, some not so much, this is a really interesting listen and from the episodes so far, a good balance of startup and long established stories.
Apple Podcasts5Amj2112United Kingdom5 years ago
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The show centers on family- and multi-generational businesses across a wide range of industries, exploring how values, culture, and succession shape growth, resilience, and legacy. Episodes often dive into founder stories, the challenges of passing leadership to the next generation, ethical sourcing, community impact, and strategies for sustainable scaling while staying true to core family principles. Listeners can expect candid discussions about mistakes, pivots, and long-term planning, plus practical insights on branding, governance, and teamwork that are relevant to entrepreneurs, family members, and leadership teams alike.
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Recent guests on It Runs In The Family include:
1. Brent Thomas
2. Anca Tomescu
3. Sara Tomescu
4. Axel Steenberg
5. Sophie Steenberg
6. Veryan Palmer
7. Peter Layton
8. Sophie Layton
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