Best Unreasonable Standards Podcasts (2025)

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From Addiction & ADHD -> Creating A Billion Dollar Category - Josh White, Founder Cano Water 40:42

1d ago40:42

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Sometimes the most the powerful challenger brand stories are also stories of struggle, survival, overcoming personal battles and inspiring strength and resilience. In this episode of Brand Growth Heroes, Fiona sits down with Josh White, co-founder of Cano Water, a brand that’s not only challenging the status quo of the bottled water industry but al…

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Transforming Customer Loyalty & Trust with AI — James Scutt, Qualtrics 50:47

2d ago50:47

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Customer Experience Leader of the Year and Qualtrics' Head of Experience Community - Leaders Network, James Scutt joined Chris Johnston for this Adoreboard webinar, which was so impactful, we've re-packaged it as a special episode of Trust Builders! 💕 Prior to Qualtrics, James was former Head of Customer Experience at the UK Post Office, he's now a…

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The Perfect Ted People Strategy: Building the Rocket Ship While It’s Flying 10:02

8d ago10:02

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In just 5 mins, get your dose of insight and inspiration from Perfect Ted's co-founder Marisa Poster, and their brilliant Head of Sales, Shani Higgs! From the early grind of cold emails and constant rejection through post-Dragons’ Den momentum to scaling a £ 30M+ brand with just a 30-strong team, Marisa and Shani open up about how they’re building …

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Smol but mighty: The CGO & CMO Fueling this £44M Disruptor in Homecare 52:52

15d ago52:52

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What’s the ACTUAL difference between a Chief Growth Officer and a Chief Marketing Officer,what do they do and why might a high-growth brand need both? BGH host Fiona Fitz has been in the industry for 25+ years, and believe it or not, these roles are relatively new, borrowed from the worlds of tech and e-commerce, pure plays. So we decided it was hi…

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How People & Team Drive Tony Chocolonely's UK Growth 6:46

22d ago6:46

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In this bite-sized Brand Growth Heroes SHORT episode, Ben Greensmith, Country Manager for the UK and Ireland of Tony’s Chocolonely, reveals: Why out-of-home is Tony’s secret weapon How their sales team of 30+ is structured to drive growth A surprising revenue stream that’s doubling year on year If you want to gobble up even more insights, don’t for…

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Gut Instinct: Biotiful’s CMO on Building the Brand That Recently Sold to Müller £115M+++ 36:55

29d ago36:55

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In this latest Brand Growth Heroes podcast episode, we’re talking all things gut health, consumer trends, and brand-building at scale with Vince Lawson, CMO of Biotiful Gut Health, the #1 kefir brand in the UK - recently bought by MULLER! Launched initially as Biotiful Kefir, the brand has undergone a bold transformation to become the go-to name in…

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Feeling Discouraged in the Waiting Season - Red Light Syndrome 36:34

1M ago36:34

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Are you stuck waiting? Feeling like you are stuck in a waiting season can be frustrating & understandably discouraging as well. Being stuck waiting is something that has a way of etching away at you like water etching away at a rock. The longer you wait, the more excruciating it becomes. That pain pushes you to feeling like you aren't going to make…

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Freja Bone Broth: The Right Investors + The Right Team + The Golden Ratio 8:14

1M ago8:14

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Because your business is only as strong as your team - it really shouldn’t be this hard — but it is...So let’s make it a little easier! Over the past few years, I’ve become increasingly frustrated at just how HARD it is for founders to find the right people for their business. There are fewer applicants than there used to be for roles in sales and …

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Matcha Millions: How Perfect Ted has scaled to £30+ Million 41:12

1M ago41:12

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If you’ve ever wondered how to transform a niche idea into a mainstream success, this episode is for you. In this special live recording, host Fiona Fitz heads to London to catch up with two friends from the Perfect Ted team: Marisa Poster, one of the brand’s three co-founders, and Shani Higgs, their brilliant Head of Sales. Since their last appear…

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The Aspen Standard: Measuring CX & Unreasonable Hospitality with Katy Boughton 47:41

1M ago47:41

47:41

This episode explores Aspen One's unique brand promise, rooted in a passion for the outdoors, personalized service, and employee empowerment. Katy Boughton, Senior Customer Insights Manager at Aspen One, discusses how Aspen identifies and resolves customer pain points—such as rental delays and parking issues—through data-driven improvements. She hi…

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Co-founder of Wild Deo Freddy Ward on Success 5:43

2M ago5:43

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What kind of career helps to make a great future entrepreneur? In this week's Golden Nugget, you can hear all about the career trajectory of Freddy Ward, co-founder of Wild Deo, before he took the leap into 'founderdom'. With it's recent sale to Unilver for a reported £235M, Freddy and Charlie Bowes-Lyons certainly had what it took to build a busin…

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Why Multi-Million Pound Supplements Brand Tonic Health is Leading with CONTENT 51:20

2M ago51:20

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What if the best way to grow your brand wasn't just about selling, but about educating, empowering, and building real trust with your audience? In this latest episode of Brand Growth Heroes, Fiona Fitz is joined by Sunna van Kampen, the founder of Tonic Health, the UK’s fastest-growing vitamin brand. With a run rate of £6M and growing exponentially…

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David Lester, Co-founder of Olipop on Why Founders Must Convince People To Do Unreasonable Sh1t! 8:32

2M ago8:32

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David Lester, Olipop On Why Founders Must Convince People To Do Unreasonable Sh1t! Over the past few years, I’ve become increasingly frustrated at just how HARD it is for founders to find the right people for their business. There are fewer applicants than there used to be for roles in sales and marketing in CPG businesses It's even tougher to find…

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The Secret Ingredient in Bold Bean Co.'s Category Defining Growth 47:04

2M ago47:04

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Host Fiona Fitz is joined by two powerhouse co-founders, Amelia Christie-Miller and Ed Whelpton from one of the most recent but well-loved UK challenger brands food - Bold Bean Co. What started as a mission to make people obsessed with beans has become one of the most exciting new category-creating brands in the UK. In this episode, we’re getting b…

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Let Go of Unreasonable Expectations, Stop Waiting + Start LIVING Life Now 28:36

2M ago28:36

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Do you ever feel like your life is on hold but you don't know why? Do you feel like you are waiting to do the things you love, but you find yourself waiting for everything to be 'just right' first? You aren't alone in the waiting or in these feelings. I've spent a lot of my life doing this sort of 'waiting' & I regret how much time has been lost. I…

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Human Interest: Building Trust Through Inclusive Innovation & Design with JPMorgan's Jessica Hartley 50:18

3M ago50:18

50:18

Join us for an insightful conversation with Jessica Hartley, Managing Director and Head of Design and Customer Experience at JPMorgan Chase's Consumer and Community Banking division. With over 20 years of experience in digital transformation and innovation, Jessica leads teams focused on user experience, interaction design, and content strategy 💕. …

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Joanna Jensen, Founder Child's Farm On Why Staff is THE Hardest Thing You Will Do 6:34

3M ago6:34

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Over the past few years, I’ve become increasingly frustrated at just how HARD it is for founders to find the right people for their business. There are fewer applicants than there used to be for roles in sales and marketing in CPG businesses It's even tougher to find that magic mix of mindset, experience and soft skills— as well as someone who genu…

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The Exit Playbook: Secrets to Selling your Brand (from a CPG Investment Banker) 48:31

3M ago48:31

48:31

If you're the founder of a scaling brand, you've likely thought about selling your business. But when should you start preparing, and how do you find the right buyer? In this episode, we discuss mergers and acquisitions with Charles Lanceley, Managing Director of Alantra's consumer team. Alantra is a leading investment bank specialising in consumer…

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The 'Menopause' Category.... & Swinging From the Chandelier 38:10

3M ago38:10

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Did you know that 1 billion women globally are menopausal at any given time? Yet, until recently, the retail industry has largely overlooked this audience. Well....that’s all about to change! In this episode of Brand Growth Heroes, we explore the groundbreaking work of GenM, the menopause partner for brands and retailers, and its mission to reshape…

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The Art of Listening: How LSEG Builds Trust Across 25,000+ Employees Globally 37:05

4M ago37:05

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Today's episode explores employee experience with Kathakali Majumdar, Senior Manager of Employee Listening at LSEG. Kathakali shares her unexpected journey into HR, emphasizing the human aspect in organizations. Kathakali discusses the importance of a clear purpose, user-friendly data collection, leadership buy-in, and action-taking in employee lis…

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From DIY to £10M by 2027: ManiLife The 'World's BEST Peanut Butter' 44:39

4M ago44:39

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A small favour: If this episode inspires you to think about new ways to drive business growth, please please hit FOLLOW and even leave a review!This tiny gesture from you means the world to us, and allows us to share these nuggets of insight and value with you more often. We see every new follow and read every review so thank you in advance! ======…

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I was on the verge of breaking 26:42

4M ago26:42

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In my life, highs & lows have always been drastic. They have felt as though they could destroy me & that it was only a matter of time. But in those experiences, I have gotten a different view of Jesus & who He is to the lost, hurting, & the broken. In this video, I share some of my story on how Jesus changed my life & who He has shown Himself to be…

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Living with Invisible Illness - Advocating for my wellbeing & NOT giving into hopelessness 38:41

4M ago38:41

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Let's Connect! Here's some of my SSM links: Insta: http://www.instagram.com/orig_annalucas/ Pinterest: https://pin.it/41mF1B4 Website: https://msha.ke/annalucas YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQudQKT7SpLNHD655WcDzZQ Let’s work together! (business inquires only): [email protected] Anna Lucas

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From Runways to Retail: Creating World-Class Customer Experiences at Speed & Scale w/ Mazhar Butt 50:53

4M ago50:53

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In this episode, the discussion centers on the power of emotional connections in retail and aviation, featuring guest Mazhar Butt, an industry leader with extensive experience in international aviation and luxury retail. With a background at London Heathrow (LHR), Dubai International (DXB), and Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) airports, Mazhar…

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Why You Need Legal Kryptonite (& Why ChatGBT Can't Give it To You) 34:05

4M ago34:05

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Scaling a CPG brand isn’t just about great products and standout branding—it’s also about navigating a legal maze that can come with fast business growth, in many different guises. In this episode of Brand Growth Heroes, Fiona Fitz sits down with Phil Hails-Smith and Paul Chiappe, managing partners at corporate law firm Joelson, to cover the legal …

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How Merchant Gourmet Doubled Sales from £15M to £30M in just 4 years 48:27

5M ago48:27

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In this episode, Fiona Fitz chats with Richard Peake, Managing Director of Merchant Gourmet and one of the rare non-founder guests to grace our show. When Richard entered the role, Merchant Gourmet was a £15 million business. Fast forward four years, and the company has doubled its revenue to £30 million. Bold innovations, a revamped product range,…

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Build Trust In Yourself: How To Beat Imposter Syndrome & Empower Your Team with Dr Amanda Foo-Ryland 48:15

5M ago48:15

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Joining us today is Amanda Foo-Ryland, keynote and TEDx speaker, corporate culture speaker, leadership & development speaker, executive coach, author, and mother. With over 30 years of experience with human development and coaching, she knows how to connect deeply with people. Her purpose is to inspire others to live passionately. Her keynotes emph…

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£15M worth of meals BOOTSTRAPPED with GSN founder Craig Allen (Gold Standard Nutrition) 36:38

6M ago36:38

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In the latest episode of Brand Growth Heroes, Fiona Fitz sits down with Craig Allen, the founder of Gold Standard Nutrition (GSN), who joins us from Selby, York. GSN has become a standout brand for its high-quality, healthy, and convenient frozen meals that taste amazing! At just 21, Craig launched GSN with a bold vision, growing it into a multi-mi…

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LATEST NEWS from Tony's Chocolonely: Revolutionising the Cocoa Industry for Good 42:21

7M ago42:21

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In this latest episode of Brand Growth Heroes, we’re over the moon (as always) to welcome back one of our favourite guests, Ben Greensmith, Country Manager for the UK and Ireland of Tony’s Chocolonely. Since we last chatted to Ben on the show, Tony’s Chocolonely has not only achieved impressive sales growth in the UK but has also made remarkable st…

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Leadership & The CX Transformation Ripple Effect with Caroline Winwood | Dyson, PepsiCo 42:04

7M ago42:04

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In this episode of the Trust Builders podcast, Caroline Winwood, a seasoned professional with extensive experience working for leading global brands such as Dyson and Pepsi, shares her expertise on customer experience and transformational leadership. She recounts her career journey, beginning with her early days at Walkers Crisps, where she learned…

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Ep78: Beehive to £50M - How Scott Davies Built Hilltop Honey Empire 28:51

7M ago28:51

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In this latest episode, we’re diving into the remarkable story of Scott Davies, the visionary Welsh founder of Hilltop Honey. From an early career as a bricklayer and coal yard worker to building a £50M business (number two in the market) and designing and building his own 55,000 square foot factory, Scott’s story is a testament to resilience, inno…

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Ep77 VITHIT’s Roadmap to £80M in Global Sales in 2025, Gary Lavin ( Part 2) 38:07

8M ago38:07

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We are thrilled to welcome back Irish entrepreneur Gary Lavin, the founder of VITHIT Drinks. VITHIT is brand that’s seen incredible growth in recent years, establishing itself as a leader in the vitamin water in the UK and Ireland. With an £80 million run-rate in 2025, and multiple international markets, VITHIT is now a global player to be reckoned…

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Ep76 VITHIT Vitamin Water: Founder Gary's Blueprint to Becoming Category Leader (Part 1) 35:54

8M ago35:54

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VITHIT: This episode is the first in a 2-part series where we dive deep into the journey of the leading vitamin water in the UK and Ireland, through the eyes of its Irish founder, Gary Lavin. VITHIT is a brand close to my heart, because the branding was designed by my truly talented brother and best friend, Dave of Dave Fitz Design, a boutique bran…

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Ep75 HANX Condoms are Creating the Sexual Wellness Brand Your Mum Will Love 28:27

8M ago28:27

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Ever been embarrassed at the till buying condoms?! This week, Fiona Fitz is joined by Farah Kabir and Sarah Welsh, the brilliant duo behind HANX, a scaling challenger brand in the sexual wellness category. Farah and Sarah turned an awkward personal experience into a market-leading company by spotting a glaring gap in the female-focused sexual healt…

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✈️ Southwest Airlines: Crafting First Class Customer Journeys with VP of CX & Analytics, Bill Tierney 51:49

8M ago51:49

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Bill Tierney is VP of Customer Experience & Analytics at Southwest Airlines and oversees the “end-to-end” physical and digital CX at Southwest. He’s been with the company for nearly 13 years in marketing roles and his work has contributed heavily to Southwest being ranked as one of the most customer-centric airlines in the world, gaining the highes…

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Ep74: (Part 3) After The Sale of Fuel 10K to Premier Foods: Barney Mauleverer 30:43

9M ago30:43

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We're thrilled to welcome back Fuel 10k founder Barney Mauleverer for his third appearance on Brand Growth Heroes. Barney's just wrapped up an incredible 13-year journey with Fuel 10K, and he's here to chat about the grit and patience it takes to build and sell a company. Trust us, if you're a founder facing your own hurdles, you'll want to tune in…

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Designing Great End Experiences: Lessons for CX, EX & UX Pros with Joe Macleod 43:52

9M ago43:52

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In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked subject of "end experiences" concept of "Endineering" in the customer experience journey with Joe McLeod. Joe is a pioneer in consumer experience endings, Founder and Head of Endineering at andEnd, a TEDx speaker, and author of Ends & Endineering. He also mentors top brands in impactful offboarding. …

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Ep73: Founder Ruby Raut on FemTech brand WUKA, Empowering Women & Redefining Period Care. 1:00:06

9M ago1:00:06

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In this latest episode of Brand Growth Heroes, Fiona sits down with the inspirational human being Ruby Raut, the founder and CEO of WUKA (Wake Up, Kick-Ass), to discuss her remarkable story from growing up in Nepal, where menstruation was shrouded in taboo, to creating a brand that is revolutionising the Fem Care category, and giving dignity back t…

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Gourmet CX & EX: Secrets from a Michelin-Starred Restaurateur ft Alain Kerloc'h, OX Belfast 54:05

10M ago54:05

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Alain Kerloc’h is a renowned restaurateur and sommelier who co-owns the acclaimed, Michelin-star, OX restaurant in Belfast, Northern Ireland. He has founded and managed various influential eateries including two of the best restaurants in the world; l’Arpège in Paris and Mirazur in Menton. 🍷🍴Join us for a Michelin-star insights experience!🍴🍷 As a 1…

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Ep72 How to Grow from £0 - £20m in JUST 5 YEARS with Child's Farm Joanna Jensen 55:13

10M ago55:13

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Listen and learn from Joanna Jensen, the founder of Child's Farm! This multi-award-winning natural skincare brand was founded (like 99% of businesses born to female founders) from Joanna's own need for something that didn't exist in the category at the time: a bath time solution for her child with medically diagnosed eczema. Created in 2010, Childs…

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Transforming Patient Experience: Behind Every Number Is a Person w/ Healthscope's Anita Hodge 53:15

11M ago53:15

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💟 Transforming Patient Experience: Join Anita Hodge, National Manager of Patient Reported Experience and Outcomes at Healthscope as she shares over 20 years of powerful insights into crafting unforgettable human experiences and dramatically improving patient outcomes on Trust Builders podcast. Behind every number, there’s a person! 👀Prepare to be c…

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The Heart of CX: Human-Centric Strategies for Transformative Customer Experiences with Fabiola Corvera-Stimeling 47:37

11M ago47:37

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Meet Fabiola Corvera-Stimeling, a trailblazer in digital transformation and customer experience leader with over two decades of success spanning roles in financial services and healthcare alongside manufacturing, professional sports teams, and not-for-profit organisations. As a master of human-centric, emotion and trust-based strategies, Fabiola or…

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Ep71 $500M: OLIPOP Explodes the USA Soda Market 46:24

11M ago46:24

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$500M: OLIPOP explodes the USA Soda Market Join us for Fiona Fitz’s recent conversation with OLIPOP Co-Founder & President David Lester, recorded live at the Bread and Jam Festival. OLIPOP Co-Founders David Lester and Ben Goodwin landed on the foundational recipe for “a new kind of soda”, redefining how consumers perceived the category. OLIPOP has …

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How to Ace Employee Engagement & Productivity with Monica Parker 38:38

1y ago38:38

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Wall Street Journal best-selling author and Employee Experience advocate, Monica Parker joins us for an exciting session on wonder in the workplace — this one on Linkedin AND live from Belfast. As founder of global human analytics and change consultancy HATCH, Monica’s clients include blue-chip companies such as LinkedIn, Google, Prudential, and LE…

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Ep70 Sauce Shop Secrets Unveiled: What DOES it take to manufacture in-house? 42:11

1y ago42:11

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Sauce Shop Secrets Unveiled: Pam & James Digva on everything from building their own factory to getting a national listing in Tesco If you’re ever wondering what it takes to own and run your own manufacturing facility, then this episode is for you. Brand Growth Heroes host Fiona Fitz has been tasting packaged food and beverage products as part of h…

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Why am I self Isolating - LOST in the Process of HEALING 34:49

1y ago34:49

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I know what it's like to feel overwhelmed and lost in the process of healing & asking yourself, "why am I self-isolating?" I know how it is to feel like you are doing all of the right things, yet somehow you still end up in the dark & hard places that you know all too well. Those are familiar places that are still so confusing that you can get lost…

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Overlooked & Underused Secrets of CX with Donald Chesnut 52:28

1y ago52:28

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Donald Chesnut has been CXO for some of the world’s leading brands. He joined General Motors as Chief Experience Officer in January 2021. Prior to which he was CXO of Mastercard and Sapient. Donald, a renowned expert in customer experience and product design, shares his insights on how brands can foster meaningful connections with their customers. …

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Honestly Because - Trailer (Ep.1) 2:10

1y ago2:10

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The Meaning Behind The Name "Honestly Because": "Honestly" starts the conversion with the premise that it will be transparent & authentic. "Because" is the willingness to have the conversation despite any difficulty. "Honestly Because" is taking a look at life experiences with the desire to improve & grow. There is always something to learn & heal …

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The Science of Trust with Ogilvy Legend, Rory Sutherland 1:06:33

1y ago1:06:33

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In this episode of the “Trust Builders” podcast, we’ve had a fascinating conversation with Rory Sutherland, Vice Chairman at Ogilvy UK. Join Chris Johnston and Alex Genov as they embark on a journey through the realm of branding, behavioural science and trust with Rory Sutherland, the visionary Vice Chairman at Ogilvy UK. With 36 years at Ogilvy, R…

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Inspiring Customer & Employee Joy with April Obersteller (MD of woom, North America) 48:33

1y ago48:33

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In this latest episode of the Trust Builders podcast, we bring you the insightful conversation we’ve had with April Obersteller, managing director for woom, North America. This episode is packed with insights that can help your organization create memorable customer experiences that will eventually lead to generational trust and loyalty. Here’s a s…

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