Ali’s Vintage Hire is both a vintage china hire and afternoon tea catering company based in Oxted, Surrey. She has been running her business for 15 years and it has become a one stop company for special events.Ali chats about her business, how it all started and the pitfalls of shopping for a business you love! And much moreYou can find Ali at www.alisvintagehire.co.uk
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Alice Coombe is the founder of Kind Minds runs a holistic coaching service for children, parents, teachers and adults. Alice guides families and educators to find calm in the chaos, fostering a deeper mind-body connection through practical tools, emotional awareness and mindful movement.During our chat, Alice shares various stress tips in being a parent and business owner, the stigma behind life coaching as well as confirming why it takes ‘a village to raise a child’.Alice’s business is www.kindmindscoaching.co.uk
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Kinga Biro is the founder of Gold Crown Cleaning Services, Surrey’s eco-friendly cleaning company. Originally from Hungary, Kinga started cleaning at age 14 and her side job soon became a lifelong passion to transform spaces and help people feel at ease in their home.During our chat, Kinga shares much of her history, a few tips and some great ideas for making your own cleaning products. She is also currently inventing her own cleaning tools – watch this space.Kinga’s business is www.goldcrowncleaningservices.net

Chantal explains how the Autumn Budget of 26th November affects individuals and businesses.Chantal looks at what this actually means and explains it in a way everyone knows how it will affect them.Chantal can be found on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@toptaxtipsuk 
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

For over twenty years, Kate Bigwood has worked as an osteopath and a farmer. Through her work as an osteopath, Kate came to understand the health of the body, one that thrives when it's in balance, well nourished and relaxed. On the farm, Kate sees those same patterns and is exploring how to produce food in ways that respect nature, restore balance and nurture health in its widest sense, starting with the soil. 

During our chat, Kate explains what she is doing on the farm to create a place where soil, plants, animals and people all thrive together. She explains how we can all get involved, those with only a small garden and those with acres of land. Working in her community and getting everyone involved is part of what Kate does and for each of us to thrive, we must all thrive. 

You can find out more about Kate and her projects at www.bigwoodestate.co.uk

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Nici Jupp is the founder of Talent Gateway, a hiring consultancy helping scale-up founders and businesses with rapid growth opportunities build the right team without the chaos. 

During our chat, Nici discusses with us the 5P's framework that help scale-up founders move beyond reactive hiring and build teams that scale with their business. She explains what they are and how they are used. An essential listen to any business wanting to hire a team. 

You can find out more about Nici at www.talentgateway.net 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Karina Karn is a Behavioural Marketing Strategist and author whose work is driven by a single, powerful question: 'How are brands chosen?' Her search for the answer led her into consumer psychology, forming an innovative perspective rooted in behavioural science, going beyond generic marketing agencies. 

During our chat with Karina, we discussed all aspects of her career, her book 'Invisible Triggers' and Karina shares some tips on how a business can grow by understanding their customer's psychological decisions.

You can find out more about Karina at www.karinakarn.com. 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Andy Grey is an entrepreneur, founder and multi-business owner with 7 years of hands-on experience building brands across exports, hospitality, property and consumer ventures.
During our chat Andy discusses why he is passionate about opportunity, risk-taking and mentoring others to realise their full business potential.
You can follow Andy on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok under @andygrey13. 
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Dan Norcross is the founder and CEO of Regal Relocations, a UK-based serviced accommodation provider specialising in housing long-term contractors, business professionals, tourists and relocation clients.During our chat Dan explains how he works with landlords, investors and how he has recently secured the West Cheshire franchise for Spark Networking. Dan provides financial advice during the show and we must advise listeners to always seek their own professional advice before making any investments and to undertake their own due diligence. The hosts and creators of this podcast are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided.  
You can find Dan at www.regalrelocations.co.uk
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Nancy Steidl has spent over 25 years helping business owners and entrepreneurs build strong foundations, grow their companies and navigate the complex worlds of business, law and emerging technologies. She is the author of 'The Art of Analogies in Business: How to start a Business in Layman's Terms'. During our chat we discuss aspects of the book as well as how Nancy helps her clients as an international business structurist. 
You can find Nancy at www.thebusinessmission.com
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Chantal & Matthew are the founders and directors of Champ Consultants Ltd. Today they discussed the 10 common mistakes to avoid when starting a business to enable a startup to succeed and not be one of the 90% of startups that fail. 

They go through the 10 common mistakes and discuss them with tips on how to avoid them. An essential podcast for anyone wanting to start a business. 

You can find out more about their company at www.champconsultants.co.uk 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Dr Bayju Thakar is a former medical doctor, McKinsey consultant and entrepreneur. He is the founder and former CEO of Doctor Care Anywhere/Doctor at Hand. He is now investing in and building local businesses creating jobs and services for the local community including Well Life Clinic in Surrey. 

During our chat we discussed how Well Life Clinic is now working with the NHS to help reduce their waiting list especially with ADHD diagnosis. Having a private GP enables patients to get seen in theri time and enables them to get back to work. 

You can find out more about the clinic at www.welllife-clinic.co.uk 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Ian Mercer runs Merceric Executive Coaching and brings executive coaching to organisations large and small, charities, public and private. For Ian, executive coaching is personalised management and leadership development that focuses on the people side of an organisation. Ian helps people to help themselves rather than telling them how to run their business. 

During our chat we discussed how golf clubs are used to show the six leadership styles - which club are you? We discussed emotional intelligence and transactional analysis - as well as other leadership and coaching techniques. 

You can find Ian on linked in - www.linkedin.com/in/merceric 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Michelle Bell founded Only Dogs in 2024 after a stressful life and shares her story with us. Michelle is a true lover of dogs and she tells us how her business started, why she wanted to be on a high street and how she helps other shops in the community grow as well as the importance of keeping our High Streets alive with community events. 

Only Dogs is based in Lingfield in Surrey and Michelle is the organiser of the Lingfield Day - not to be missed. 

You can find out more about Michelle at www.onlydogs.co.uk 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Jackie Thompson is a Chartered Member of The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and founder of Creative HR Services, a HR consultancy built to support UK SME's with proactive HR solutions. 

During our chat we spoke about the many changes coming in from April 2026 and the changes to Employment Rights Law. This really is an essential listen for any employer or employer to be. 

You can find  Jackie at www.creativehrservices.co.uk 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Dan Drake is an employee of Champ Consultants Ltd. He left school at 18 and started his career as an apprentice accountant.

Dan shares his insights into life as an apprentice, not going to university, training to be an accountant and so much more.

You can find his employer at www.champconsultants.co.uk 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Rachel Thornhill is an award-winning professional portrait and branding photographer  who combines technical excellence with heartfelt storytelling - creating images that feel fun, authentic and deeply personal. 

During our chat we discussed all photography matters, starting a business, getting qualified as well as doing a live photoshoot while we were live on radio! That was an experience!

Rachel can be found at www.rachelthornhill.co.uk 


Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Chad Brignac is a transformationist, author and speaker whose leadership brand is built on helping individuals, families and organisations lead from a place of healing, vulnerability and true identity - beyond titles, performance or position. 

During our chat with Chad we discussed his book - Blend Don't Break: Creating Your Family's Secret Sauce  and how important it is for business leaders to have identity in their leadership. 

To find out more about Chad, you can find him at www.chadmbrignac.com 

Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

Jak Alder started his life in a professional career aged 18 and not much experience. AS his career progressed he knew he needed to improve his skills and commenced his pathinto personal development. 
During our chat Jak explains how he has been on this journey and how he has overcome the hard bits. We also discuss the importance of a positive mental attitude. 
Jak is an employee of Champ Consultants Limited, www.champconsultants.co.uk 
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour

With a career that spans corporate boardrooms, global classrooms and stand-up comedy stages, Matthew Hill brings a rare blend of wit, warmth and wisdom to the art of communication. Matthew helps executives and emerging leaders unlock confidence, clarity and achieve impact. 
Spending this time with Matthew was enlightening, we tested our own vocal presentation and techniques on improving it. We discussed the importance of networking and the benefits of being a communicator. Improving our communication skills enhances everyone and this was a great chat. 
You can find Matthew at www.presentation-skills.uk
Your Business Hour podcast is hosted by the founders of Champ Consultants, Chantal and Matthew Baker. 
They are both accountants and bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and business tips to their chat. They interview guests who tell their business stories, as well as consider the latest topics in business and finance.
New podcasts are released weekly on a Tuesday and you can follow us on:
Instagram: @your.businesshour
Facebook: @your.businesshour