To kick off Inspired Sounds 2026, we’re joined by the incomparable Steve Hewitt, former CEO of Gymshark, who led the brand’s journey from £4m in revenue through to the almost mythically rare unicorn status, reaching a $1.45bn valuation in 2020.

For any entrepreneur, this is success at the highest level.

In conversation with Divisional Director, Nick Jones, Steve reflects on his deliberate departure from the corporate playbook including a process of unlearning which led to the cultivation of a values-led culture rooted in a simple idea: being a good human with a strong moral compass.

So, when you’ve achieved a once-in-a-generation success… what comes next?

Tune in to this fascinating episode to find out.

In the inaugural on-location episode of Inspired Sounds, we’re excited to welcome Stephen Duckett, founder of the Hundred Hills Vineyard in Oxfordshire who invited us down to experience the wine making process first-hand.

Hosted by Senior Investment Director Kartik Rawal, Stephen uncorks the truth about the key ingredient to successful entrepreneurship: resilience.

It’s the ability to push through moments of fear, uncertainty, and change that truly defines success, whether you’re building a business or crafting the perfect vintage.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about passion, perseverance, and the journey from vision to vineyard.

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Inspired Sounds is back to explore yet another fascinating entrepreneurial journey. This time, we're delighted to be joined by Laura Tenison MBE, founder of the iconic children's and maternity wear brand, Jojo Maman Bébé. Laura takes us behind the scenes of building one of the UK’s most successful independent mother and baby brands, sharing the triumphs, challenges, and the pivotal moments that shaped her journey.

During this candid conversation with our Investment Director, Rebecca Tunstall, Laura opens up about the difficult decision to step away from the business and how her need to simply learn to breathe again inspired her next venture, Wonderful Escapes.