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For our latest episode All Together Co-Founder Jamie Mitchell is joined by Paul Pavli. After working his way up from ‘pot-wash’ to the pinnacle of public house prosperity at Punch Taverns, Paul is now a figurehead of British hospitality. Listen to our latest Three Things interview to learn more about Paul’s astonishing career, the lessons he learned along the way, and to discover his Three Things – three pieces of actionable advice that SMEs can implement today.  

In this month’s wide-ranging interview with Claudia Harris, CEO of Makers, we discuss the power of work in transforming lives, the responsibility we have to find ‘under-discovered talent’, and we lift the lid on some of the more unique aspects of the Makers culture. 

5 years ago Lewes FC made history as the first – and still only – football club in the world to split their revenue equally between their men’s and women’s teams. Same pay. Same pitches. Same quality of coaching and medical staff. Same marketing investment. 

For this month’s Three Things podcast, we invited All Together member and Lewes CEO Maggie Murphy to share the extraordinary results that followed this decision, discuss more generally her vision of Football with Purpose, and ask for her Three Things – three pieces of actionable advice that CEOs can implement today in their business.

A burning desire to be the lead character in her own story fuelled Natalie’s journey to becoming a CEO. This journey saw her found her first business at the age of 21, become a board member at 24, and publish a book on entrepreneurship by the time she was 30.

 For May's Three Things Podcast, we sat down with All Together Volunteer Advisor and CEO of Belu Natalie Campbell to discover the origins of her motivation, learn more about her lessons from entrepreneurship, and to ask for her Three Things – three pieces of actionable advice that CEOs can implement today in their business. 

The party is over in tech. For now. And the impact will be felt by all of us who need to raise capital to finance our businesses, in non-tech industries and tech alike.  

In our first “Three Things Ask an Expert” podcast, Jamie talks to Steve Schlenker - Founding Managing Partner at DN Capital - on what's been happening to tech stocks in the US, what it means for UK start-ups, and why every early-stage venture needs to act urgently to maximise cash reserves and extend runways.  

When Douglas Lamont became innocent CEO, revenue stood at £200m and sales were predominantly from the UK. Over the last 9 years, however, revenue has more than doubled, with international sales accounting for 80% under his leadership.

In this month’s Three Things podcast, we were eager to find out what makes Douglas the unique CEO he is today, and to ask for Three Things – three pieces of actionable advice – he is taking with him when he takes over as CEO of Tony’s Chocolonely in September.

William Reeve is one of the country's most successful serial entrepreneurs, and one of our most prolific angel investors. But in a career that defies convention, William  is also a 'hired gun' for other people's businesses, including a stint as Head of Operations for Paddy Power and his current role as CEO of Goodlord, the award winning property rentals platform. Seemingly as comfortable around the Board of FTSE250 retailer Dunelm as he is Chairing scale-ups like Graze and Nutmeg, William really has done it all. 

In our wide ranging-conversation, we unpick the story behind William's fascinating career. We discover his compulsion to solve problems, the skills he has honed as a founder and a CEO, and the lessons in management and leadership he has picked up along the way.

Political chaos. Raging U-turns. Economic uncertainty. These are the troubles facing UK businesses this winter and ensuring planning ahead has become a near-impossible task for business leaders.

To shed some light on the situation, All Together co-founder, Jamie Mitchell, sat down with Philip Shaw, Chief Economist at Investec, in an attempt to understand how the recent changes have affected the economy and what CEOs can do to keep themselves afloat in these trying times.

All Together’s Three Things podcast is back for another season and we’re kicking it off with the CEO and Co-founder of Bloom & Wild, Aron Gelbard. Aron founded Bloom & Wild in 2013 alongside Ben Stanway. Since then, the company has gone from strength to strength taking the flower delivery industry by storm.

All Together Co-founder, Jamie Mitchell, sat down with Aron to unpick his astonishing success. From his relentless focus on the customer, to his masterful use of scale, Aron explains in depth how he has managed to usurp his significantly more established competition to become the market leader in the UK and Europe.

"Poetry doesn't give you any answers, but it acts like a mirror - reflecting, and helping you better understand what's happening inside."

Evgeny Shadchnev asks a lot of questions. As a business coach, he's trained to do just that. But it is the types of questions he asks, and the methods he uses to ask them, that make him such an effective coach. 

Evgeny's journey from small-town Russia to founder of Makers is as inspiring as it is unusual. A software engineer by trade, he somehow learned to tap in to his emotions - and to trust his instincts when making the toughest of decisions - and it is this that we find most inspiring. 

In this latest episode of All Together's Three Things podcast, Jamie and Evgeny discuss Evgeny's story, the importance of emotional intelligence in business, and how poetry can be a powerful management and coaching tool to help us all connect more directly with our feelings.

Galahad Clark's Quaker forefathers built one of the most successful shoe companies in the UK in Clark's. But now, as the owner and MD of Vivobarefoot, Galahad is - quite literally - reshaping the footwear industry while revolutionising what it means to be a 'good' business.

Join us for our latest Three Things podcast where we discover the extraordinary truth behind Galahad's unique shoe brand, from its deep roots in nature and extreme level of transparency, all the way to its abolishment of traditional organisational hierarchy.

Radical change was a central theme of Romi Savova's childhood. From the Soviet streets of Bulgaria, to post-Apartheid Pretoria in the 90s, she witnessed the spectacular demise of two of the 20th century's established - yet undeniably oppressive - regimes. 
 
 Now, as the CEO of PensionBee, Romi joins our Three Things podcast to explain how those experiences instilled in her a powerful sense of purpose and an understanding that change for the better is not only possible, but necessary. 
 
 Listen in to hear how - and, indeed, why - Romi and her team are challenging the established order of the pension market to place the power firmly in the palm of the customer.

2023 so far has been a spiral of uncertainty for the British economy. For many businesses, the numbers aren't as bad as expected, but with so much scepticism coming from the government and the media, business leaders aren't quite sure where they stand. 
 
The CBI sits at the nexus between business, the economy, and politics, so we were delighted to welcome Director General, Tony Danker to the latest instalment in our Ask an Expert podcast series. Listen in to discover what Tony had to say about the current state of the economy, how the government is dealing with the situation, and what businesses can be doing to succeed this year. 

As is the case with any budget announced by the government, the spring budget laid out by the Chancellor on the 15th of March has raised a myriad of questions for consumers and businesses alike. The most notable changes for business leaders that Mr Hunt shared, however, were those concerning corporation tax, and the reliefs and benefits associated with it.

In an effort to unpick the details, and shed some light on what they mean in practice, we got in touch with Neil Stockham, Tax Partner at BDO, who kindly joined us for the fourth episode in our Ask an Expert Podcast series. If you're struggling to understand exactly what the spring budget means for you and your business, this is an episode you really should tune in to.

The latest episode of our Three Things podcast sees our host Jamie Mitchell sit down with Thom Elliot, the Co-Founder of Pizza Pilgrims, to explore the incredible story behind the birth, growth, and success of his popular pizza brand. 

Listen in for a deeply entertaining conversation, including why focusing on your team trumps obsessing over your customers, the unique strategies Pizza Pilgrims employs to keep their teams engaged and motivated, and valuable insights into Thom's thoughts on sustainable growth. As always, Thom rounds off the podcast with his Three Things - three pieces of actionable advice you can use to build a better business, today.

In this eye-opening episode of our Ask an Expert podcast series, we revisit our conversation with Steve Schlenker, founding partner of DN Capital, who last year predicted a financial bloodbath in 2023/24. As we face the consequences of the Silicon Valley Bank collapse, Steve shares his insights on the current state of the venture community in both the US and Europe, and the implications for CEOs and founders today.

While the situation remains dire, Steve offers a glimmer of hope. His Three Things from last year – raise as much as you can, reduce costs, and pivot strategically - still hold true, but business leaders can now afford to be a little more optimistic. Tune in to hear Steve's expert advice on weathering the storm and finding opportunities amidst the chaos.

In one of our most exciting episodes to date, we're joined by the former CEO of MADE.com, Nicola Thompson as she speaks out for the first time since the company's downfall. 

Listen in to learn what it's really like being a CEO in the midst of an existential crisis, and discover the truth behind the business' collapse. The real gold in this episode, however, is undoubtedly Nicola's extraordinary resilience and her exceptional character, which shone through despite the business being caught in a cataclysmic crossroads of misfortune.

Following the success of our last Three Things podcast episode with former MADE.com CEO, Nicola Thompson, we were delighted to welcome the brilliant Adam Balon to the hotseat this month.

In his very first podcast appearance, the innocent co-founder takes us beyond the legendary innocent story and into his current venture as the co-founder of JamJar Investments. In a time of dwindling business valuations and tight purse strings, this is a must-listen for any founder or CEO looking to secure funding.

With less capital available and due diligence making a return to prominence, rapid deals are no longer on the table for founders. Instead, Adam emphasises that they must be frugal, honest, and able to show they can execute their vision.

Join us as one of the most successful founders of his generation guides us through the new norms of entrepreneurship and investment, which – as always – is rounded off with his Three Things advice. 

This month we sat down with Ella d'Amato, the dynamic Managing Director of True Global and former Not On The High Street CMO, for our Three Things podcast. Joining us to explain her unorthodox, and utterly brilliant, route to becoming a CEO, this wide-ranging conversation is one you really shouldn't miss. 

As a unique trifecta of VC, PE, and innovation, True is a truly special enterprise. But the real gold dust in this conversation is how Ella and her colleagues are able to balance their personal mantras with the company's values, and her stunning perspective on how they interact and synergise within the workplace and beyond. 

Tune in to discover more, as well as why Ella is so determined to lead through kindness, how the current economic situation could be a positive, and for her Three Things - three pearls of wisdom that you can implement in your business today.

AI is revolutionising the world at such a rate that it could well be the most significant technological advancement since the inception of the internet. But how? And what can businesses do to harness its power?

We had the pleasure of welcoming DN Capital’s Founding Partner, Steve Schlenker, back to our Ask an Expert podcast to ask him those very questions. Due to his involvement in several AI-centric enterprises, Steve has a profound understanding of AI and how it can help businesses across almost every area of their operations. 

For him, there is no question that business leaders must integrate AI as soon as they possibly can or else submit to being left behind. Tune in now to see how AI can help your business become more efficient, effective, and ultimately, more successful.

With our biggest event ever, 'AI at Work: From Myths to Masterclasses', just around the corner, we delve into the intricacies of Artificial Intelligence with Claudia Harris OBE, the CEO of Britain's leading tech training company, Makers, in our latest Ask an Expert episode.

We're all familiar with IQ and EQ, but as technology evolves at breakneck speed, Claudia explains that we must all turn our attention towards a new quotient, worth its weight in gold. LQ, she argues, will set the tone of our success as we enter a new era, bursting with opportunity. So, as we teeter on the precipice, businesses, in particular, must act now.

Discover exactly what that means and how to put it into action today by tuning in to this fascinating episode, available now on Spotify, Apple, and other major platforms.

For an entire afternoon dedicated to helping you take your business to the next level with AI, sign up to our event, where Claudia and other industry experts, like Octopus Energy CEO, Greg Jackson, will lift the lid on the real truths of the AI revolution.

A tech company based in Wrexham, a main office with a built-in pub, and a major property lease in the US signed over FaceTime? Join us for our latest Three Things Podcast episode as we sit down with Joanna Swash, the dynamic CEO of trailblazing customer service outsourcing brand, Moneypenny. 

Known for her exceptional leadership and forward-thinking approach, Joanna shares the secrets behind Moneypenny’s extraordinary scale-up operation, which has seen it grow into a global leader in outsourced communications.

Listen in as we delve into the unique culture that Moneypenny fosters, a culture that values innovation, employee well-being, and community above all else. Joanna explains how Moneypenny’s Wrexham office, complete with its own pub, epitomises this ethos, creating a workplace that feels more like a community than a corporate office. 

Joanna also sheds light on Moneypenny’s successful expansion into the US market, highlighting their strategic office opening in Charleston - a 'Wrexham away from home' - and key acquisitions that have bolstered their presence overseas. 

This is a treasure trove of advice that any CEO or Founder – and, in particular, those looking to scale – can use to enhance their own business operations. Listen now on Spotify, Apple, and all other major platforms.

Why should you start a business? While many are driven by profit or purpose, for Cubitts Founder and CEO, Tom Broughton, it was a profound and singular passion for an object that 60% of us wear every day: spectacles. 

Join us in a riveting conversation with Tom, filled with laughter and a level of candour that we absolutely adored, as we explore the compelling origin story of what is now an emerging multinational success. Tom's journey, marked by dramatic lows and almost unbelievable highs, offers not just a narrative that every business leader can relate to, but also unique insights into turning a simple passion into a global enterprise. 

This podcast is more than just an account of business trials and triumphs; it's an extraordinary tale of fervent ambition and inspiration, bringing to life a business that is as much about vision as it is about spectacles.

In our first episode All Together Co-Founder Jamie Mitchell is joined by CEO of Georgie & Tom's, Tom Allchurch. Tom is an experienced CEO with previous roles including CEO of Charlie Bigham’s in the UK and CEO of Hello Fresh USA. We dig a little deeper into his experiences as a CEO, his views on building ‘better’ businesses and his ‘Three Things’ advice around building a D2C brand.

In our second episode All Together Co-Founder Jamie Mitchell is joined by the excited Co-Founder of DesignMyNight, Nick Telson. Since exiting he has become an angel investor (Horseplay Ventures) and runs the fantastic Pitch Deck podcast. We  dig a little deeper into his career and experiences as a founder, his views on ‘better’ business and his ‘Three Things’ advice on sales and marketing. 

In our third episode All Together Co-Founder Jamie Mitchell is joined by Beatrice Lafon. Bea's CV is as extensive and impressive as they get. At the moment she sits on numerous boards including Orsay, wave direct and the Handbag Clinic. Whilst the most notable  of her numerous CEO roles was at Claire’s Accessories. We  dig a little deeper into her career and experiences as a CEO, her views on ‘better’ business and her ‘Three Things’ advice for SMEs.

For our latest episode All Together Co-Founder Jamie Mitchell is joined by Greg Jackson. Greg  founded Octopus Energy in 2015, running it as CEO ever since. The company is now one of the largest energy companies in the UK and has been  recognised by Which? as one of the best energy suppliers for the past 4 years. 

We  dig a little deeper into his career before Octopus, his experiences as a CEO and founder, his views on ‘better’ business and his ‘Three Things’ advice for SMEs.