In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Simac Konkader sits down with Dave Whitehouse, founder of Pure Staff, to discuss the principles that drive long-term success in business. Dave opens up about building a trusted team, sharing success fairly, and learning to lead with empathy and adaptability. From early struggles to personal growth, his journey highlights the importance of trust, resilience, and staying true to your values as you scale. Get a taste of what business coaching can do f...
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In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Simac Konkader sits down with Dave Whitehouse, founder of Pure Staff, to discuss the principles that drive long-term success in business. Dave opens up about building a trusted team, sharing success fairly, and learning to lead with empathy and adaptability. From early struggles to personal growth, his journey highlights the importance of trust, resilience, and staying true to your values as you scale. Get a taste of what business coaching can do f...
In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Simac Konkader sits down with Dave Whitehouse, founder of Pure Staff, to discuss the principles that drive long-term success in business. Dave opens up about building a trusted team, sharing success fairly, and learning to lead with empathy and adaptability. From early struggles to personal growth, his journey highlights the importance of trust, resilience, and staying true to your values as you scale. Get a taste of what business coaching can do f...
In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Andy O’Brien sits down with Abhay Schweitzer, founder of Techne Architecture, to explore how clarity, coaching, and courage can transform both business and mindset. Abhay shares his journey from working long hours as a solo architect to building a thriving firm known for its precision and purpose. He discusses the importance of learning to say no, focusing on the right projects, and scaling with a team that plays to its strengths. From tackling the ...
In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Arthur sits down with Terry Harris-Ellis, Director of The Adventure Service in the United Kingdom, to explore how passion, persistence, and purpose can shape a meaningful business. Terry shares how the 2008 financial crisis sparked his journey into entrepreneurship and how his unwavering belief that “failure isn’t an option” became the foundation of his success. He discusses the importance of choosing the right people, staying true to your passions,...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Arthur talks with David McLean of Linear Solutions in North Carolina about how shifting your mindset can transform your business. David shares how hard work, genuine care for employees, and clear communication helped him build a thriving company in the manufacturing industry. He explains why success starts with retraining how you think, leading with empathy, and surrounding yourself with a strong, capable team that can help turn big ideas...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Andy O’Brien chats with Andy Johnston, an engineer-turned-entrepreneur who shares how an unexpected layoff sparked his journey to building a thriving engineering firm. Andy reveals how setting clear growth goals, mastering marketing, and understanding his ideal clients helped scale his company from solo projects to a full operation across two buildings. He also opens up about balancing family life with business demands and how he became a...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Andy O’Brien sits down with John Courtenay, to explore his journey from metallurgist to entrepreneur. John shares how decades in the aluminium industry sparked his idea to create an integrated metal quality package that transformed how casthouses ensure cleaner, higher-quality metal. He also discusses how innovative invoice financing helped ACT grow without heavy loans. John’s story is one of vision, resilience, and smart innovation — pro...
In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Andy O'Brien sits down with Thomas Foushee, founder of Ampro Industrial Batteries & Chargers, to explore his journey from technician to business owner. Thomas reflects on starting Ampro in 2010, the importance of supportive partnerships, and the discipline of keeping business and personal finances separate. He shares how his wife’s encouragement gave him the confidence to take the leap, the challenges of hiring the right people, and how business...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Caitlin Blundell chats with Mackenzie Gorman, nurse practitioner and founder of Meadow Aesthetics in Wichita, Kansas. Mackenzie shares how she turned her passion for aesthetics into a thriving solo practice by starting small, focusing on her niche, and building through word-of-mouth. She reflects on balancing business ownership with family life, lessons learned from working in other medical spas, and the challenges of navigating entrepre...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Caitlin Blundel speaks with Tim Limmer, Chairperson of the Frederick Marsden Youth Centre board in Brisbane, Australia. Tim shares his journey of guiding a century-old not-for-profit into new ventures, including the rapidly growing Inclusive Disability Assist service. He opens up about the importance of getting crystal clear on purpose, audience, and leadership values, and explains how robust boardroom debates shaped their direction. Tim...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Coach Andy O’Brien talks with Alan Stevens, Managing Director of Cam Rider NDI, a leading motorcycle training school in East Anglia. Alan shares how he transformed a small hobby into a thriving business by setting a bold vision, building a values-driven team, and making road safety his mission. He also opens up about overcoming challenges from COVID closures to testing shortages, and why dreaming big is key to entrepreneurial success. G...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneurs Podcast, host Lee Gray sits down with Eric and Kristen Jackwin, co-founders of Jackwin Legal, P.A. Kristen shares her journey from working alongside her father in criminal defense to taking the leap into entrepreneurship with Eric. Together, they discuss the three keys to their success: having the courage to start, building a team aligned with their mission of compassionate advocacy, and establishing a trusted reputation in the legal community. The Ja...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Caitlin Blundel talks with James, Managing Director of MTM Consulting, about his journey from junior analyst to leading a million-pound education consultancy. James shares the three habits that have shaped his success: understanding his strengths and weaknesses, taking strategic time away from work, and making decisive calls—even if they’re not perfect. He reflects on scaling MTM from £200k to £1.4M in five years, the growing pains of bui...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Andy O’Brien sits down with Tom Laws, Managing Director of Gunfire Passive Fire Protection. Tom shares how he transitioned from aspiring rugby pro to business leader, growing Gunfire into a trusted name in fire safety. He breaks down the keys to his success and reflects on how business coaching has helped him scale with confidence. It’s a powerful look at leadership, growth, and resilience in action. Get a taste of what business coaching...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Andy O’Brien interviews Kristin Kienzle, founder of Utopia Modern Salon, a thriving salon suite business in Wichita. With 35 years of experience behind the chair, Kristin shares her inspiring journey from stylist to salon owner and now entrepreneur with franchising ambitions. She opens up about the keys to her early success and how business coaching has been instrumental in her growth. Kristin also reflects on the mindset shifts needed to...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, Coach Lee sits down with Alex Badan, founder of GBB Electrical, a London-based electrical services company, to uncover the mindset and strategies that took his business from humble beginnings to massive revenue growth. Alex opens up about the pivotal role of personal values—family, growth, and accountability—in shaping both his business and life. He shares the power of quarterly planning, the tough lessons learned through struggle, and how wor...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneurs Podcast, Kelli Foster, founder of Bohemia Healing Spa in Wichita, Kansas, shares her transformative journey from personal hardship to entrepreneurial triumph. Kelli reveals how converting from independent contractors to an employee-based model revolutionized her spa’s culture and quality standards. She dives into the emotional growth required to become a strong leader and highlights the invaluable role her coach played in shaping her success. From sur...
In this episode of The Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, Marika and Doug Flatt, founders of PR by the Book, share the behind-the-scenes story of building a thriving literary publicity firm from scratch. Marika reveals how a prestigious award gave her the confidence to go independent, while Doug’s business instincts turned a freelance vision into a scalable company. They dive into the dynamics of running a business as a couple, the power of clearly defined roles, and the game-changing value of busine...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, Dr. Janice Simmonds-Fisher, founder of Bioregeneration Integrated Medical Center, reveals how coaching transformed her medical practice into a thriving business. She shares how embracing accountability, building systems, and shifting from daily patient grind to strategic leadership helped her 30× her bottom line. Dr. Janice reflects on the power of failing fast, leading with gratitude, and staying focused on patient needs. She also unpacks how...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, Abhay Schweitzer, founder of Techne, shares his journey from solo architect to leading a design-driven development firm with 10× impact. He reveals how saying no to the wrong projects—and yes to coaching—was key to scaling beyond burnout. Abhay opens up about the challenges of adding real estate development to his architectural practice, why clarity beats hustle, and how defining a niche created room for exponential growth. Get a taste of wha...
In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, Melanie Langley, Managing Director of luxury events agency Oliver Myles, shares how listening, learning, and letting go helped her scale globally. From late-night ticket sales in the '80s to exclusive events on the River Thames and at Leeds Castle, Melanie discusses how authentic service, nimble decision-making, and bold creativity helped her business thrive, even through a pandemic. Get a taste of what business coaching can do for free. Sign...
In this episode of Epic Entrepreneurs, host Simac Konkader sits down with Dave Whitehouse, founder of Pure Staff, to discuss the principles that drive long-term success in business. Dave opens up about building a trusted team, sharing success fairly, and learning to lead with empathy and adaptability. From early struggles to personal growth, his journey highlights the importance of trust, resilience, and staying true to your values as you scale. Get a taste of what business coaching can do f...
