In this episode of Founders Blueprint podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of Chris Redman, founder and CEO of Ultimate Kids Ltd in Merseyside. Redman, a successful business owner has built a thriving enterprise despite his aversion with asking for payment. Chris candidly discusses the challenges he faced in overcoming his discomfort with sales and shares the innovative strategies he employed to grow his business without compromising his values. Listeners will gain insights into how to build strong client relationships and develop a mindset that balances passion with profitability. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, Chris' story offers valuable lessons on navigating the financial aspects of entrepreneurship with integrity and confidence.

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Founders Blueprint podcast, where James chats with Kosta Xenos, the co-founder and co-owner of the luxurious Liverpool menswear store, Andrea Kosta.

Kosta's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Eleven years ago, he left his home city of Athens with a dream. Armed with the skills he honed as a tailor in Greece, Kosta envisioned a menswear store that combined traditional craftsmanship with modern luxury. But like many entrepreneurial stories, his began not with a storefront, but in the stockrooms of Liverpool.

It was during his time at Flannels that he met his future business partner, Andreas Doukanaris. The two shared a vision—a dream to create something unique in the world of men's fashion.

They focused on the finer details, from selecting the perfect fabrics to arranging contracts with Italian suppliers, ensuring that every piece in their collection was crafted with excellence.

Today, Andrea Kosta is a thriving name in luxury menswear, and it doesn't stop there. With plans to open new stores in Manchester and Athens, Kosta and Andreas are taking their brand to new heights. Join us as Kosta shares the trials and triumphs of their journey, offering insights into the world of fashion entrepreneurship.

Listen in and remember to dream big and dress well !

In this episode James, speaks with Holly Braithwaite and Callum Webb, the dynamic duo behind Pow8r, the revolutionary online fitness app. In this episode, Holly and Callum reveal the trials and triumphs of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic while managing two thriving personal training business', each boasting six-figure turnovers. As the world went into lockdown, they took the initiative to raise funds for the NHS and provided free online training sessions to help maintain public health and wellbeing.

Despite the uncertainty, Holly and Callum remained optimistic that life would eventually return to normal. However, the question loomed: would they return to the traditional gym floor? Tune in to learn how their vision and innovation led to leaving their business' behind, to launch Pow8r's presence in over 60 countries, transforming fitness routines worldwide.