Welcome to episode 12 of The Founders Blueprint, where host James delves into the world of entrepreneurship and healthy eating with Liverpool's own Leanne Wall, the visionary behind the award-winning The Weight Loss Prep Kitchen.

Have you ever wondered how it's possible to prepare nutritious meals daily while balancing a hectic lifestyle? Leanne shares her journey that has helped her and countless others maintain healthy eating habits amidst the chaos of everyday life.

Leanne is not only an inspiration to those wanting to live healthier lifestyles, but also a community leader. Giving free Christmas dinners to the vulnerable and creating a Christmas Grotto with free gifts for children, her remarkable online presence and unwavering commitment to giving back make her a role model for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Despite facing the daunting prospect of starting a business without funding or savings, Leanne's passion for healthy eating propelled her forward, transforming her dream into reality from beginning in her home kitchen.

Join us as we explore Leanne's inspiring story and discover how she has remained true to her roots while making a lasting impact on those around her.

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Welcome to episode 11 of The Founder's Blueprint. In this weeks episode, James chats with Paul Webley, founder and CEO of Blaze Media, a digital marketing agency based in Liverpool.

Paul's journey began in the world of software engineering, but he soon realised that this was not his true passion. Transitioning to a career in sales at a major marketing agency, Paul achieved remarkable success, earning substantial commissions at home with his family. In 2017, Paul founded Blaze Media from his home garage. Fast forward seven years, the agency is now known as one of Liverpool's leading marketing agencies.

Paul candidly shares the highs and lows of entrepreneurship, offering listeners a genuine glimpse into the unpredictable journey of running a business. From the exhilaration of growth to confronting challenges beyond one's control, Paul’s story is a testament to resilience and adaptability.

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In Episode 10 of The Founders Blueprint, host James sits down with Liam Quirk, CEO and founder of Quirky Digital. Liam shares his inspiring journey from Despite leaving school without formal qualifications in math's, english, or science to leading one of the fastest-growing SEO agencies in Merseyside.

Liam's entrepreneurial spirit was evident from a young age. He began his career with an apprenticeship and began building PCs from scratch. Motivated by his uncle's success in search engine optimization (SEO), Liam taught himself everything he needed to know, to build his own business. As a teenager, he began earning money by creating and renting websites to businesses—a venture that paved the path for his current success.

Fast forward to today, Quirky Digital is thriving under Liam's leadership, boasting a soaring turnover and a reputation for excellence. Join us as Liam shares his insights on entrepreneurship, the digital landscape, and the mindset required to run a successful business.

In episode 9 of The Founders Blueprint, James is joined by the multi-award-winning and world-renowned artist, John Charles.

Born and bred in Kirkby, John opens up about his early love for art, and recalls the day he sat a small coffee table with a tiny easel where he painted Disney pictures. However, his story takes a dark turn, when during his teenage years, he struggled with alcohol and drug addictions. John bravely recounts these dark times and discusses his inspiring path to recovery.

John, supported by his wife Jen, reflects on his return to the art world he loves. He speaks of his next steps in opening his own art gallery in Southport and is excited to showcase his work to the public.

This is an amazing conversation with an inspiring and warm-hearted man who has turned his passion into a celebrated career.

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In this weeks episode, James dives into the entrepreneurial journey of Jess, the dynamic force behind Spray Tans By Jessy. After completing her apprenticeship as a barber, and working many hours in hairdressers, Jess felt she needed more from her career. Embracing her passion for beauty, she embarked on a new path in spray tanning, a decision that would soon transform her professional life.

Jess shares her experiences of stepping into the world of self-employment. After the birth of her second child, she made the courageous choice to leave her role as a barber to launch her own business, fully aware of the trade-offs like forfeiting holiday & maternity pay.

Jess opens up about the unseen side of her success. From the highs of running a flourishing business to the challenges of managing anxiety and maintaining a vibrant social media presence, Jess offers a heartfelt account of balancing her roles as a busy working mum and a successful business owner.

In this episode of Founders Blueprint podcast, we dive into the fascinating journey of Chris Redman, founder and CEO of Ultimate Kids Ltd in Merseyside. Redman, a successful business owner has built a thriving enterprise despite his aversion with asking for payment. Chris candidly discusses the challenges he faced in overcoming his discomfort with sales and shares the innovative strategies he employed to grow his business without compromising his values. Listeners will gain insights into how to build strong client relationships and develop a mindset that balances passion with profitability. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, Chris' story offers valuable lessons on navigating the financial aspects of entrepreneurship with integrity and confidence.

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Welcome to this week's episode of The Founders Blueprint podcast, where James chats with Kosta Xenos, the co-founder and co-owner of the luxurious Liverpool menswear store, Andrea Kosta.

Kosta's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Eleven years ago, he left his home city of Athens with a dream. Armed with the skills he honed as a tailor in Greece, Kosta envisioned a menswear store that combined traditional craftsmanship with modern luxury. But like many entrepreneurial stories, his began not with a storefront, but in the stockrooms of Liverpool.

It was during his time at Flannels that he met his future business partner, Andreas Doukanaris. The two shared a vision—a dream to create something unique in the world of men's fashion.

They focused on the finer details, from selecting the perfect fabrics to arranging contracts with Italian suppliers, ensuring that every piece in their collection was crafted with excellence.

Today, Andrea Kosta is a thriving name in luxury menswear, and it doesn't stop there. With plans to open new stores in Manchester and Athens, Kosta and Andreas are taking their brand to new heights. Join us as Kosta shares the trials and triumphs of their journey, offering insights into the world of fashion entrepreneurship.

Listen in and remember to dream big and dress well !

In this episode James, speaks with Holly Braithwaite and Callum Webb, the dynamic duo behind Pow8r, the revolutionary online fitness app. In this episode, Holly and Callum reveal the trials and triumphs of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic while managing two thriving personal training business', each boasting six-figure turnovers. As the world went into lockdown, they took the initiative to raise funds for the NHS and provided free online training sessions to help maintain public health and wellbeing.

Despite the uncertainty, Holly and Callum remained optimistic that life would eventually return to normal. However, the question loomed: would they return to the traditional gym floor? Tune in to learn how their vision and innovation led to leaving their business' behind, to launch Pow8r's presence in over 60 countries, transforming fitness routines worldwide.