The Cashflow Show: Entrepreneurship Insights for Founders, CEOs, and Business Leaders Dialogue [London] Ltd

In this episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of transforming a small business into a powerhouse. Mike Williams Co-Founder shares the story of starting Flake Bake and the strategies that led to their success. Here are the key topics we discuss:
Starting Flake Bake: Learn how the business was founded and the initial challenges faced.Pivoting to One Product: Discover the decision to focus on a single product and how it impacted the business.Gaining a Local Reputation: Hear how Flake Bake built a strong local presence and loyal customer base.Surviving COVID: Explore how the business adapted to the challenges posed by the pandemic.Creating Systems to Grow the Business: Understand the processes put in place to drive efficiency and scalability.Signing Up for ALDI’s Next Big Thing: Learn about the experience of joining ALDI’s program and the opportunities it brought.Working with ALDI: Get insights into the collaboration with ALDI and how it impacted the business.Father & Son Relationships: Explore the dynamics of working with family and the value it brings.Working in Family Businesses: Discuss the unique aspects of running a family business.Co-Manufacture Support: Learn about the importance of partnerships in manufacturing and distribution.Networking & Social Media: Discover the power of networking and leveraging social media to grow the business.Working with Influencers: Explore the impact of influencer partnerships on brand awareness and sales.Mike Williams & Flake Bake can be reached here: https://flakebake.co.uk/
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It is truly a pleasure to welcome Chris Bavin, Co-host of Aldi's Next Big Thing on Channel 4.
In this episode, I sit down with  Chris Bavin to discuss; The Role of Programmes like Aldi's Next Big Thing, Life As A Former Greengrocer, The Difficulties of Scaling Up, Advice Gained From Working On The Show, Self-Belief & Work/Life Balance.
Aldi’s Next Big Thing returns to screens following the success of the first series in 2022, where 36 small food and drink suppliers bid for the game-changing opportunity to stock their products in Aldi stores across the UK. 
 
Winners have included young farmers, Charlie and Laurie Fermor of Freddie’s Farm, who described landing the Aldi contract as “like winning the lottery for a small business’” and Howard Kinder from Malton Brewery who said: “appearing on the show was absolutely life-changing”. 
 
As well as dinners, this year’s six-part series will see contestants showcase products in categories such as healthy and wholesome, bakery, party, world, and confectionery.
Viewers will see chef to the stars, ‘Chef Vickz’ pitch client Stormzy’s favourite to Managing Director of Buying at Aldi UK, Julie Ashfield.
 
Chef Vickz, from South-East London, has been a personal chef to Stormzy, amongst other clients, for six years, since qualifying in Patisserie and Confectionary at the University of West London.
 
She says: “Stormzy was looking for a chef and I got put forward, that's how it all started… This Mac & Cheese is his favourite dish.
 
“It’s special as it’s made with short rib, which has been slow roasted for a very long time.
 
“It would be the opportunity of a lifetime to have my product in Aldi, I want to be able to cook for thousands.”
 
Multi award-winning rapper and singer-songwriter Stormzy will send his well wishes to the chef via a cameo on the show: “Vick we’re rooting for you, we love you, you’re the best. Hurry up and get back…I’m hungry!”
 
Aldi’s Next Big Thing is available to watch on Channel 4 every Tuesday at 8pm for six weeks from 2nd April.
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Also appearing on the first episode of Aldi’s Next Big Thing is: 
Halal Wagyu Pastrami – WolverhamptonBrothers and third generation butchers, Adnaan and Manny are hoping their halal take on wagyu pastrami will make it onto the shelves of Aldi. Inspired by the British classics they saw on TV growing up, but couldn’t eat as they weren’t halal, the brothers chose to specialise in cured meat alternatives such as beef bacon, halal wagyu pastrami and lamb ham.
Rainbow Burgers – East SussexLeo of Leonati Catering is hoping his colourful burgers will catch the judge’s eyes. Leo prides himself on working with local suppliers and ensuring his beef is grass fed and organically reared, just as nature intended.
Vegan Toad in the Hole - ManchesterTired of missing out on their favourite part of a roast dinner - the Yorkshire pudding - vegan couple, Lauren and Sophie set up Mabel’s kitchen, offering egg and dairy-free takes on British dinner-time classics. The pair, who are passionate about animal welfare, sustainability and making switching to plant-based alternatives easy for all, are hoping to impress with their dairy-free take on the humble toad in the hole.
Pasta Bombs – CumbriaEx-restaurant chef, Lee, is hoping his ingenious Pasta Bombs, which use off cuts of ground charcuterie, intended to add a hint of ‘umami’ to dishes, will wow the judges. Lee honed his twenty years of experience working in award-winning restaurants, to set up his free-range farm and zero-waste smokehouse with his wife Rochelle, producing ethical, 100% British and prize-winning charcuterie for the local community.
Crabulous Crabcakes – SouthamptonHayley or ‘The Codmother’ as she’s affectionally known, is hoping to win the judges hearts hook,

Piers Linney, Executive Chairman & Co‑Founder of Implement AI speaks to Clayton M. Coke of The Cashflow Show in association with Podcast Radio Business to discuss AI & the future of Tech in SME Businesses
Piers Linney, Executive Chairman & Co‑Founder of Implement AI, is an entrepreneur, investor, and former Dragon on the prime-time BBC show Dragons’ Den. With a background in law and investment banking, Piers has established himself as a leading figure in the UK business world, particularly in the technology sector. 
He has sat on the board of Nesta, the £600m innovation foundation, and British Business Bank during the roll-out of £90bn of Covid support. Piers is also an advocate for diversity in business and sits on Sky’s Diversity Advisory Council. He has also sat on the boards of the UK Cloud Industry Forum and TechUK. Piers is the co-founder of Implement AI which is focused on helping SME's unlock the power of AI.
Piers Linney can be found here:Website: https://www.implementai.io/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/joinimplement-ai/Twitter: https://twitter.com/joinimplementai
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Anthony Hamer-Hodges, Principal at the London College of Contemporary Music speaks to Clayton M. Coke  in association with Podcast Radio Business to discuss Are Independent Artists Taking Over The Brits?
After Raye’s incredible success at the Brit Awards, which this year saw her receive a record-breaking seven nominations & win an amazing six awards, it’s important to take note of how being an independent artist has changed in recent years.
In fact, according to data from Spotify, independent artists have contributed $4.5 bn to the Spotify payout.
RAYE has been an independent artist since 2021 following seven years under a record deal with Polydor Records, and since becoming independent has had a No 1 single, performed at Glastonbury and the Royal Albert Hall.
2023 saw women dominate the UK charts, with women spending 31 weeks on top of the UK singles chart, and accounted for a record seven of the year’s 10 biggest singles.
We also discuss: Beyonce, Berry Gordy,Record Company Contracts, Record Company Influence, How independent Artists Survive ,The Future of The Industry & LCCM
London College of Contemporary Music [LCCM] https://www.lccm.org.uk/
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It is truly a pleasure to welcome Alexis Kingsbury, Co-Founder of Air Manual to The Cashflow Show.
In this episode, I sit down with Alexis Kingsbury  to discuss; Being A Young Entrepreneur, Unrealised Potential, Delegation, Scaling Businesses, Fear of Management, Hiring for Culture, Work/Life Balance.
Alexis Kingsbury can be found here:Website: https://www.airmanual.coEmail: alexis@airmanual.co.LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/alexiskingsbury/
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De-Stress Yout Business Podcast | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Us-ZdCQ3S_w
Alexis Kingsbury’s Favourite books? Clayton M Christensen | How Will You Measure Your Life? |
Alexis Kingsbury’s Favourite Business books?|Verne Harnish | Scaling Up |Gino Wickman & Mike Paton | Get A Grip |Gary W. Keller & Jay Papasan | The One Thing |
Alexis Kingsbury’s Favourite Films/TV/Boxed Sets?  Russell Crowe | A Beautiful Mind
Alexis Kingsbury’s Favourite Records? 
From the film "Coco" | Remember Me  | Muse | Origin of Symmetry  | also mentioned...Avicii & Penguin Cafe Orchestra
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It is truly a pleasure to welcome Thorbjørn Fink, COO of Pleo to The Cashflow Show Xtra in association with Podcast Radio Business.
In this episode, I sit down with Thorbjørn Fink to discuss; Expense Management, Systems, Salaries, Employee Empowerment & Satisfaction, Working From Home & Should Remote Workers Be Paid Less?
Thorbjørn Fink can be found here:Website: https://www.pleo.io/enLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thorbj%C3%B8rn-fink-ab38aa14/SHOULD WE PAY REMOTE WORKERS LESS? IMPROVING OVERSIGHT OF BUSINESS OUTGOINGS SHOULD BE NO 1 PRIORITY BEFORE CHANGES ARE MADE, SAY PLEO
The majority of UK SMBs are optimistic at the start of 2024, with 49% saying the year will be easier than 2023. But it remains that 25% are looking to reduce outgoings as high costs continue to impact operations.
One key area they will look to do this is by rethinking their approach to remote working with 20% exploring whether they can reduce pay for remote workers.
However, with 27% lacking confidence in their financial ability to recruit in 2024, this should be done with caution. Before attempting this, a firm should have a strong financial visibility and assess all areas.
But, only 36% report feeling they have a good grip on their expenditure, and only 28% have strong visibility of their financial health and performance.
Pleo COO, Thorbjørn Fink believes that, for businesses to meet their revenue growth and saving goals of 2024, they need to ensure they have full visibility and insights into all outgoings.
“When there is real pressure on financial growth, companies can no longer afford to silo their outgoings into expenses and spend. Choosing to ignore low-cost items means CFOs are needlessly putting blinkers on and, in the process, only getting half of the spend management picture,” he says
This comes as the data reveals 20% treat business spend and expenses as two separate outgoings streams, with 23% “not too bothered” about tracking smaller expenses.
Pleo is the Europe’s leading spend management platform for SMBs, compiling and streamlining all outgoings to provide leaders with contemporaneous and exhaustive insight on operations.
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