Growth Stories Podcast

Julian Glasspole, managing director at Vehicle Weighing Solutions, tells Martin Port about his commitment to UK manufacturing and how it is powering company growth.

Starting out as a computer shop in Huddersfield, Buy it Direct is now one of the UK’s largest online retailers, behind brands including AppliancesDirect and Furniture123.

Mark says having the right team is crucial to business success. He looks for people that prioritise customer service and are passionate about what they do – whether it’s sales and marketing or business operations.

Jowsa Consulting helps businesses and their leadership teams think differently, and Dr Lee Williams has worked with BigChange many times over the years.

Charlene Lyons, who joined the brewery in January 2020, tells Martin Port how she has expanded the company beyond core cask beer and has secured a major deal with UK airline Jet2.

Elmhurst Windows has been in business for 50 years and was set up by Richard’s father, Jack Abrahams. Richard joined the family firm in 1992 and is still there 30 years later.

WAC is a work/life and money management app. The app is designed for workers who are paid by the hour, whether it’s on a zero-hours contract or a regular contract.