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Take The Plunge

Take The Plunge. A series focused on the steps people go through to quit their jobs and start their own businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Founder Russ Wakeham’s Carbon-Negative Rum Brand | Two Drifters Distillery | Take The Plunge Podcast S6:E3

    20 SEPT

    Founder Russ Wakeham’s Carbon-Negative Rum Brand | Two Drifters Distillery | Take The Plunge Podcast S6:E3

    This is a podcast for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs who are thinking of taking the plunge! This week Ciaran and his guest of this episode, Russ Wakeham, the founder and CEO of Two Drifters Distillery – a premium British rum company with a unique, carbon-negative footprint. In this episode, they dive deep into Russ's journey in the spirits industry, where he shares his experience of building a sustainable brand from the ground up. Two Drifters Distillery is not just known for its high-quality rum, but also for its commitment to sustainability, as the entire production process leaves a positive impact on the environment. Russ explains how they have combined their passion for great rum with innovative environmental practices to create a company that's both profitable and planet-friendly. Website: (https://twodriftersrum.com/) LinkedIn: [Russ Wakeham] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/russ-wakeham-984a1938/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/2DriftersRum/) Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/twodriftersrum/?hl=en) Ready to start your own business? You can get a head start with support from Swoop! Learn more about Swoop here 👉 https://app.swoopfunding.com/stage Follow Swoop on our social media platforms as well! LinkedIn: (https://www.linkedin.com/company/swoopfunding/?viewAsMember=true) Facebook: (https://www.facebook.com/SwoopFunding) Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/swoopfunding/?hl=en) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    34 min
  2. How Ernesto Turned £300 into a Thriving Subway Franchise Empire S6:E2

    28 AUG

    How Ernesto Turned £300 into a Thriving Subway Franchise Empire S6:E2

    Welcome to Take The Plunge, a podcast for business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs ready to take the plunge into the world of business! Join your host, Ciaran, as he dives into an inspiring conversation with this week’s guest, Ernesto Moreno—a powerhouse in the entrepreneurial world. Ernesto's journey began in 2003 when he moved from Venezuela to the UK at just 23 years old with only £300 in his pocket. Fast forward two years, and he had already opened his first Subway restaurant with his business partners. This was just the beginning. Over the next few years, Ernesto expanded his Subway franchise to 15 restaurants across the South West of England, and his entrepreneurial spirit didn’t stop there. He went on to co-found two more franchise businesses, CeX and Miniso, and co-create Arepa & Co, a Venezuelan-inspired restaurant chain in London, now boasting four thriving locations. Today, Ernesto's ventures employ over 450 people across 32 stores and four distinct brands. In this episode, he shares the secrets behind his success, the challenges he overcame, and his vision for Arepa & Co as he works to make it a household name. Beyond his active role in his businesses, Ernesto is passionate about helping other entrepreneurs launch and grow their own ventures. He is a seasoned business consultant and people development specialist, with over 22 years of experience working with top consulting firms like Atos Consulting and PwC. Ernesto also delivers Leadership Development and Management Training programs in partnership with edoMidas, a renowned management consultancy. If you dream of taking the plunge yourself, you can get a good start with help from Swoop Funding! Learn more about Swoop here 👉 https://app.swoopfunding.com/stage Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  3. From books to bots: The Journey of ReThink Founder Lucy McCarraher | Take The Plunge Podcast S6 Ep1

    23 AUG

    From books to bots: The Journey of ReThink Founder Lucy McCarraher | Take The Plunge Podcast S6 Ep1

    This is a podcast for business owners & aspiring business owners who are thinking of taking the plunge! This week Ciaran and his guest of this episode, female founder Lucy McCarraher discuss her journey in the publishing world. Lucy is the co-founder and CEO of the Book Magic AI book-writing app, co-founder of Rethink Press, and founder of the Business Book Awards. She is a Director of Dent Global and the Publish Mentor for the Key Person of Influence programme. Author of 13 books, including "A Book of One’s Own" and "Bookbuilder," Lucy is the UK's leading business book mentor, having guided over a thousand entrepreneurs and experts in writing and publishing their books. She hosts the ABOO online support group for women authors and runs women's mastermind and fiction-writing programmes. Lucy started her first publishing company at university and has since worked in publishing and media. She holds a postgraduate diploma in teaching Creative Writing and Literacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min
  4. Emma Thompson | Take The Plunge Podcast

    11 JAN

    Emma Thompson | Take The Plunge Podcast

    Ciaran and his guest of this episode, female founder Emma Thompson, talk about the processes of becoming a beekeeper, how to make a business from a hobby and many more bee-related topics. Follow Ciaran and Thompson down the rabbit holes of beekeeping and Emma's story of how she started her business Bee Haven Body Care, a body care brand selling products made with Emma's own honey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  5. Deidre Mc Gettrick | Take The Plunge Podcast

    17/10/2023

    Deidre Mc Gettrick | Take The Plunge Podcast

    This episode, Ciaran Burke gets to interview female entrepreneur and business owner Deidre Mc Gettrick. Deidre, or "Dee" as Ciaran calls her, is the founder and CEO of the furniture and furnishing retail website ufurnish.com. The idea behind ufurnish.com is to bring furniture from every possible retailer and manufacturer together, to make the furniture-buying journey easier for the customer. She shares her journey, from idea to successful business, so listen closely because you can definitely learn something. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  6. Sháá Wasmund | Take The Plunge Podcast

    13/09/2023

    Sháá Wasmund | Take The Plunge Podcast

    In this edition of 'Take The Plunge', our own Ciaran Burke interviews renowned British businesswoman Sháá Wasmund MBE, delving into her many past ventures and experiences. What Wasmund is, is hard to explain as she has been a boxing manager, a business owner and an author, but most of all she is headstrong and ambitious. Through her many years of working, from when she was barely 20 to today, she has stayed determined and keeps working to better herself and the industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
  7. Pamela Laird - Moxi Loves | Take The Plunge Podcast

    15/05/2023

    Pamela Laird - Moxi Loves | Take The Plunge Podcast

    In this episode, Ciaran meets Pamela Laird a renowned entrepreneur and the creative force behind MoxiLoves, a thriving beauty and lifestyle brand that has taken the industry by storm. With her keen business acumen and unwavering determination, Pamela has built an empire from the ground up, providing invaluable guidance to aspiring business owners and anyone seeking inspiration to pursue their dreams of owning a business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  8. Julia Vendramin - LABELL-D | Take The Plunge Podcast. S4 Ep.3

    30/09/2022

    Julia Vendramin - LABELL-D | Take The Plunge Podcast. S4 Ep.3

    This week Ciaran met with the co-founder of LABELL-D, Julia Vendramin. Julia discusses her long spanning career in fashion and her learnings from starting her own sustainable fashion business. This episode is packed with insights on starting and scaling your own business as well as defining your brand identity.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
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Take The Plunge. A series focused on the steps people go through to quit their jobs and start their own businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Swoop
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Take The Plunge

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