Unbrandme

BRND WGN
Podcast Unbrandme

Welcome to Unbrandme, the BRND WGN podcast hosted by Peter-Jan Grech where we unpack the stories of brand owners, entrepreneurs and disruptors to understand how their life stories and lessons have impacted the brands and businesses they build and lead. Over the last 18 years at BRND WGN, working with so many great clients has fuelled my belief that better people make better brands and better brands make a better world.

  1. From Dorm Rooms to Boardrooms: Ben Grech

    8 DE JUL.

    From Dorm Rooms to Boardrooms: Ben Grech

    Join host Peter Grech on the UnbrandMe Podcast as we explore the remarkable journey of Ben Grech, a visionary entrepreneur who transformed the student accommodation landscape with his company, Uniplaces. Raised in the UK with summers spent in Malta, Ben’s unique upbringing infused him with a global perspective from an early age. Inspired by early mentorship and his leadership in establishing the Entrepreneurship Society at the University of Nottingham, Ben embraced the power of meaningful connections to launch his venture.In this episode, Ben shares the genesis of Uniplaces during his university days with co-founders Amaro and Kostelec, and how their idea blossomed into a global enterprise. As the former CEO, Ben recounts the exhilarating challenges of international expansion and securing over $30 million in funding, highlighting a pivotal $24 million from the prestigious VC firm Atomico. His transition from CEO to Non-Executive Chairman and later to CEO of Reposit illustrates his strategic vision for scaling businesses and his belief in companies as vehicles for positive change.Dive into Ben’s insights on leadership, innovation, and the impact of building businesses that not only succeed commercially but also contribute positively to society. Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or seasoned business leader, Ben’s story offers invaluable lessons on growth, resilience, and the transformative power of entrepreneurship.

    59min

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Welcome to Unbrandme, the BRND WGN podcast hosted by Peter-Jan Grech where we unpack the stories of brand owners, entrepreneurs and disruptors to understand how their life stories and lessons have impacted the brands and businesses they build and lead. Over the last 18 years at BRND WGN, working with so many great clients has fuelled my belief that better people make better brands and better brands make a better world.

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