This next episode features Paul Richardson.

Paul Richardson is a Businessman and Entrepreneur with a roster of brands that would be too long to mention. He was the former executive director and chairman of Gymshark in the early days of the company, and grew the brand with Ben Francis and Lewis Morgan to a 300 million dollar valuation.

Paul is currently the owner of HERA, who sponsor this podcast, so it was a pleasure to have an hour of his time to speak about the journey to his success.

HERA is a British-based clothing and apparel brand that is taking the industry by storm. Their unique and tailored approach to a competitive and over-polluted industry is amazing to witness. Paul acquired the brand in 2021 and since then, has transformed HERA to what it is today. A symbol and statement in the fashion world.

On this episode, we spoke about:

- How he got involved with Gymshark and the reasons for leaving
- His career success and the brands he helped grow
- The decision to buy the HERA brand
- What it means to be a business owner and leader
- How does he stay dialled in

Paul is a pleasure to chat to and I feel like I walked away with lots of life lessons and knowledge on how to be a kick ass business leader.

Please enjoy, subscribe, and like the episode.

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HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

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I was joined today by Ryan Weekly & Ben Stevens, Founders of Elixir Energy.

Ryan and Ben are co-founders of Elixr Energy: Elixr sets itself apart in the energy drinks market, with its stylish premium can design.... It's also delicious and oh boy does it have that caffeine content!

Their passion for the gym and working out first took off when they met in 2018 during the recruitment process for the Royal Navy. They served 4 and a half years, with many deployments, and traveled to over 15 countries. Throughout this time they both decided that they wanted to pursue a career in the fitness industry.

We sat down and spoke about their journey from the Navy to becoming co-founders in the drinks and fitness space. Ben & Ryan are both driven, motivated and ambitious lads. They understand the industry and most importantly... they are passionate about it.

They have big things coming in 2025 and soon they will be everywhere so keep your eyes peeled.

This episode is a good listen so please like and subscribe 🚀

Elixr is also now the official sponsor of the Podcast so check them out and try for yourself!

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/pages/about-us

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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Kallum Nicholson joins me on the Podcast

Kallum is the founder of TUGA. The trailblazing fractional COO agency dedicated to propelling agencies and SMEs to unparalleled operational excellence and strategic growth.

Kallum has worked with some of the biggest Founders in the space and also is the founder of Roundtable - a private community for ambitious Founders committed to growth, collaboration, and success.

Me and Kallum sat down and spoke about the start of his Entrepreneurial journey and the high and lows that came with his success.

We spoke about his business TUGA and why he decided to start his own company. Having his business partner steal from him and the regular struggles of being an entrepreneur.

Kallum brought the positive vibes and could honestly chat to him for hours. Kallum is all about streamlining the process and in the busy and chaotic world we all live in, we all need a Kallum in our life.

Please enjoy this episode as much as I did and don't forget to subscribe 🚀

Support the show

Sponsors:

HERA

https://heraclothing.com/ - Discount code: HERAXSIM15 for 15% off

ELIXR: https://elixrenergy.com/

Socials:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BeenThere.DoneThat.Podcast

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sim-bhatoy?lipi=urn%3Ali%3Apage%3Ad_flagship3_profile_view_base_contact_details%3B86693CJbTB%2BocDixvGwopg%3D%3D

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