10 episodes
Why's Words x+why
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Why’s Words explores the power of purpose and how entrepreneurs have used it to build and sustain long term businesses and movements with positive social impact. Hosted by Rupert Dean, CEO of x+why - a flexible workspace which is home to purpose driven entrepreneurs, movements and leaders - each episode interviews an inspiring and disruptive individual dedicated to 'better business'
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Shaking up the lettings market with Tom Mundy
In this episode Rupert talks to Tom Mundy, Co-founder and CCO of award-winning lettings platform, Goodlord. They discuss how the business has overcome the challenges that the C-19 pandemic has presented for their culture, operations, and growth, and what piece of advice turned out to be invaluable in turning their business around.
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The power of putting people and purpose at the heart of your business, with Holly Branson
Rupert talks to Chief Purpose and Vision Officer at Virgin about the challenges of the past 12 months, covering Holly’s experiences of the pandemic period, what it means for the future of work, and why putting people, purpose and culture at the heart of your business is a killer strategy for success.
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Surviving and thriving in a pandemic with Digby Vollrath
In this episode Rupert speaks to x+why member, Digby Vollrath, CEO of the UK's leading event planning platform, Feast-It. With the events industry hit harder than any other by the COVID-19 pandemic, Feast-It have faced a set of unexpected challenges and opportunities over the past year. Listen as Digby discusses the motivations, mental battles, and important pivots that the business navigated in order to come out the other side in a surprisingly positive and exciting place.
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The Path to Entrepreneurship with Lord Verjee
In this episode Rupert talks to Lord Verjee - a businessman and philanthropist who founded Domino's pizza in the UK and oversaw the development of the Brompton Hospital site. In addition, Lord Verjee founded the Rumi Foundation to support humanitarian work through education, innovation and knowledge building. Lord Verjee is also a member of the House of Lords where his political activity includes support for the party’s leadership programme to improve representation from under-represented groups.
They talk about the impact that COVID-19 has had personally and professionally for start-ups, what advice Lord Verjee has for fledging founders, and what the future for businesses might look like. -
Escaping the City with Dom Jackman
In this episode Rupert talks to Dom Jackman, co-founder of Escape the City.In many ways, it’s a familiar tale. Dom was stuck. He left university with no burning ambition to be a fighter pilot or frankly anything else. What to do – well, become a lawyer,...
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Reforming Gang Culture with Karl Lokko
In this episode Rupert talks to x+why member, Karl Lokko, an ex-London gang member, turned activist, community worker and campaigner committed to reforming gang culture in the UK.