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It Runs In The Family Liz & Leila Willingham
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Hello! We're Liz & Leila Willingham and welcome to "It Runs In The Family". We're the mother and daughter duo working within the public relations and communications agency, Liz Lean PR. Running a business is hard - really hard. Every business has its challenges and it's own ups and downs - but in a family business, this is often exaggerated by the willingness to speak your mind. But it also has some huge advantages that the corporate cultures just can't compete with. In this podcast, featuring a different family business guest in each episode, we're going to be digging into the stories, values and traditions of other family and multi-generational businesses. We'll explore their history, learnings and how they've developed through the generations and the unique advantages they've had over their competitors. We discover where human relationship migrates into business; the ups, downs, twists, turns and landmark moments that seal the fate of these fascinating organisations. You’ll get to hear some brilliant life stories too; some to make you laugh and others that’ll warm your heart. Many of our clients are family businesses who we've worked very closely with over a number of years - we've heard brilliant stories that reveal true values and fun operating as a family business. We want you to feel inspired by stories of others, find their honesty relatable and reach out to us with your own experiences. If you have any questions for future guests, have a story of your own or have any feedback please do feel free to get in touch on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itrunsinthefamilypodcast/
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From Family Recipe to Household Name: The Fascinating Story Behind Banhoek Chilli Oil with Co-Founders, Ken Kinsey-Quick and Adi Meintjes #84
Around 70% of businesses start off at home, and from humble beginnings in Adi Meintjes’ kitchen, the deliciously captivating Banhoek Chilli Oil was born.
He and his brother-in-law, Ken Kinsey-Quick, have global aspirations for a brand that’s survived early pandemic setbacks in bringing a family recipe to life!
The duo join us on It Runs In The Family to share their unique dynamic, how business bonds them as if they were brothers by blood, and what makes Adi the ‘Walter White’ of chilli oil…
This episode covers:
The family dinners that sparked a stunning original recipeHow the brothers-in-law have worked together, combining strengths and aligning to solve challengesBanhoek’s tough start in early-2020, and how they thrived in the wake of CovidWhy their celebrations of success are muted until they reach their ‘ultimate goal’Banhoek Chilli Oil: https://banhoekchillioil.com/
https://www.instagram.com/banhoekchillioil/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/banhoek-chilli-oil-company/
Ken Kinsey-Quick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-kinsey-quick-56508918b/
Adi Meintjes: https://www.instagram.com/adimeintjes/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adi-meintjes-68a2231b8/
Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/
Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ -
Uncovered: The Family DNA From Our 3 Quickfire Questions #83
Every episode of our podcast has posed the same three questions, hoping to track trends across businesses - after 82 episodes, it’s about time we took a look back…
In a very special episode of It Runs In The Family, join us for a journey through some of our favourite answers from the likes of Cook, Thatcher’s and Cornishware among many others, with hilarity, practical advice and heartfelt emotions in equal measure.
This episode covers:
The very first memories that tend to implant themselves into family business owners at an early ageWhat, if anything, people would do differently - and whether any regrets lingerInvaluable advice for any business leader from those who have worked with family Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/
Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ -
Putting a Future Focus on Property Development with Co-Founders of Q New Homes, Michael & Damien Wynne #82
In an industry that builds for the present, it takes the care of kinship to build for the future - such is the strategy for Michael and Damien Wynne.
These brothers have always been destined to work together, and as Co-Founders of property development company Q New Homes, they’re not afraid to pass up on profit for the benefit of the planet.
Learn more about these siblings and how they bring their climate-first homes to life in this week’s It Runs In The Family!
This episode covers:
The early dreams of working together as kidsWhy Q New Homes do things differently from the rest of their industryThe roster of trusted support that Michael and Damien can call uponHow the brothers deal with disagreementsSupporting each other without question during their times of needQ New Homes: https://www.qnewhomes.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/qnewhomes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/qnewhomes-ltd/
Michael Wynne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-wynne-b04a28291/
Damien Wynne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damien-wynne-a8aa61225/
Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/
Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/
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Creating Trust in Premium Properties for 25 Years with Tailor Made Estate Agency’s Robert and Adrian Dunford #81
Despite the world of estate agency evolving dramatically the Tailor Made approach remains true 25 years on from its inception.
Now led primarily by 2nd generation siblings Robert and Adrian, it’s a business bleeding true family values throughout as they build trust selling on some of the most coveted land in the country - Sandbanks.
Join the duo for lessons and laughs in abundance, as their personality seeps into this fantastic episode of It Runs In The Family!
This episode covers:
How the duo came to work together within Tailor MadeDiffering strengths and skill sets between siblingsValues passed down from the previous generation that serve the business immensely todayStandout memories working as a family, particularly with some star-studded clientsTailor Made Estate Agency https://www.tailormadeestateagency.co.uk/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/tailor-made-estate-agents-ltd/
https://www.instagram.com/tailormadesandbanks/
Adrian Dunford https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-dunford-4500b911/
Robert Dunford https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-dunford-32542111/
Liz Willingham https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/
Leila Willingham https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/
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The Adventurous Hearts Behind Valley and Peak with Sales and Marketing Director, Jim De’Ath #80
Jim De’Ath grew up with the great outdoors central to his childhood. Now it’s at the heart of his entire family and its business: Valley and Peak.
Becoming the 2nd generation to work within the business, Jim’s sights are set on carrying a torch that’ll last for many generations to come…
The way that the family has influenced the business is just as fascinating as the inverse, seeing the family dynamic evolve with the brand - we learn more about the fabulous family behind Valley and Peak on this week’s ‘It Runs In The Family’!
This episode covers:
How outdoor activity in Jim’s childhood fed into his business journeyNavigating huge life events alongside business demandsHow working with family alters your dynamics and time togetherThe invaluable benefits of having trust in those leading around you -
What We LOVE About Family Businesses with Liz & Leila Willingham #79
From our family business to yours: Happy Valentine’s Day! What better day for us to celebrate all that we love about the people behind the show’s family business guests, and beyond.
This week, the Willingham family takes centre stage as we look back on our unbelievable roster of guests, and share our adoration for the traits that they’ve exhibited which you just won’t find outside of the wonderful world of family business!
This episode covers:
How 2024 has kicked off, and what family businesses can expect from the year aheadCommon touching points for most family businessesThe innate connection between kin within a family firmOur appreciation for the candid honesty from all the guests that have joined us to dateOpportunities that family businesses create for their own next generations
Customer Reviews
Fantastic episode!
Loved the episode with Tamsin! Wish I lived near Stockton Bury to see all that was talked about. Wonderful heartfelt episode about the future of gardens like these.