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Trading Up hosted by Jim Fitzpatrick and produced in association with EY, delves into the real businesses, personal stories, and remarkable journeys of entrepreneurs. Discover insights on risk, resilience, and business growth from diverse founders and leaders in businesses big and small across various industries. Tune in weekly for inspiring entrepreneurial learnings.

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In this episode of Trading Up Unpacked, Jim Fitzpatrick and Richard Ramsey dissect the intensifying profit squeeze gripping Northern Ireland businesses. Despite flat sales of £35 billion, pre-tax profits for NI's top 100 companies have plummeted by 1... more

In this episode of Trading Up, hosts Jim Fitzpatrick and Richard Ramsey explore whether Belfast is positioned to capitalise on a massive, climate-driven tourism boom. As Europe swelters under devastating heatwaves and wildfires, a major travel trend ... more

In this episode of Trading Up, host Jim sits down with Peter McAuley, founder of Nomadic Watches, to discuss how he built Northern Ireland’s premier luxury watch brand from the ground up. Launching in Belfast in 2021 with a background in mechanical e... more

Jim Fitzpatrick and Richard Ramsey explore the current paradoxes within Northern Ireland's employment landscape. Despite record-high job numbers and a remarkably low unemployment rate of 1.7%, a significant portion of the population remains economica... more

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Recent Guests

Johnston Bell
Founder/CEO of Arcen Johnson (architecture and engineering hub)
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Louise Doyle
Founder and CEO of Needi
Needi
Episode: The Psychology of Corporate Gifting: How Louise Doyle Scaled Needi to a Multi-Million Pound Platform
Gareth Kelly
EY Data and AI lead for Northern Ireland
EY
Episode: AI Strategy for Business: Making Money, Saving Money, and Managing Risk
Katie Dixon
Lawyer focusing on startups and tech
Lewis Silkin
Episode: Bravery and Kindness and The Modern Business of Law
Ciara Fulton
Employment and equality law specialist
Lewis Silkin
Episode: Bravery and Kindness and The Modern Business of Law
Olivia O'Kane
Media, defamation, and technology law specialist
Lewis Silkin
Episode: Bravery and Kindness and The Modern Business of Law
Andrew Dolliver
EY partner, restructuring and M&A
EY
Episode: Unpacked: Beyond the Bank - Private Equity and the Resilience of Northern Ireland’s Economy
William Browder
Campaigner on human rights and former investor, founder of Hermitage Capital
Hermitage Capital Management
Episode: From Communist heritage to Capitalist Tsar to becoming Putin’s Enemy Number One: The Bill Browder Story
Laura Murphy
Founder of Oatco Superfuel
Oatco
Episode: Bootstrapping Oatco to £1M, Surviving Dragon's Den, & Making Forbes 30 Under 30 with Laura Murphy

Hosts

Jim Fitzpatrick
Host of Trading Up; frequent presenter and interviewer with deep ties to regional business media.
Richard Ramsey
Co-host known for probing questions and finance-focused insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Poor sound

    Just started listening but am struggling to hear when outdoors

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Woman listening
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Great Find

    Only came across this podcast this week. Can’t believe I’d missed it. Brilliant motivating stories about real and relatable businesses. Keep up good work Jim & team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mournebull
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Much needed

    Great insight into the business community here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RS_434
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Candid, practical business stories with real-world lessons for growth
Thoughtful discussions that connect NI economy to global trends
Production quality can vary, but content often delivers strong insights
High-caliber guests spanning finance, leadership, and social impact

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From Farm to Firm: Building a Unique Architecture and Engineering Business with Johnson Bell
Q: How did COVID change your operations, and what lasting changes remain?
COVID pushed rapid adoption of video conferencing and hybrid working, which increased efficiency and flexibility, while preserving essential on-site collaboration for critical checks.
From Farm to Firm: Building a Unique Architecture and Engineering Business with Johnson Bell
Q: What is your overarching role in the business today?
Building and maintaining client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and steering strategic growth while ensuring the team delivers on projects effectively.
From Farm to Firm: Building a Unique Architecture and Engineering Business with Johnson Bell
Q: How do you land in this field and decide to combine architecture with engineering?
A mix of early interest in design and the practical realization that separating architecture and engineering limits client outcomes led to pursuing an integrated approach from the start.
Summer Shorts: Paul Stewart of My Baggage
Q: Why would I choose My Baggage over sending luggage myself with a traditional courier?
Because My Baggage bundles the complexity—bulk space buying with couriers, handling bookings, automating customs filings, and providing end-to-end customer service—delivering better prices and a smoother, faster experience, especially for those moving abroad.
Niall McKenna & Marion Lancial
Q: How did the Cookery School influence the broader business strategy?
It created a new revenue stream and customer experience layer, enabling the company to diversify beyond dining and build a more resilient, multi-arm business that supports staff development and tourism activity in Belfast.

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What is Trading Up about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A business and entrepreneurship-focused show that surfaces real-world stories from founders, investors, and leaders across industries. Episodes regularly explore topics like private equity activity in Northern Ireland, resilience in the face of global shocks, growth strategies for startups, leadership and diversity, and the intersection of politics, policy, and markets. Notable patterns include candid founder journeys, high-profile guest perspectives on finance and governance, and practical lessons on scaling, brand building, and navigating uncertainty. The conversation style tends to blend personal narrative with actionable insights, making it useful for listeners seeking inspiration, tactical advice, and broader context on how regional ec... more

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2. Louise Doyle
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7. Andrew Dolliver
8. William Browder

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