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The Entrepreneurs

Monocle Radio’s weekly tour of the most inspiring people, companies and ideas in global business, from startups to heritage brands, covering the best in hospitality, design, fashion and retail.

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Eureka 356: Batch.Works:

Julien Vaissieres is the founder and CEO of the innovative design and manufacturing firm. He is on a mission to change the way things are made by developing viable circular practices using smart technologies such as 3D-printing. He shares his vision to be the leading supplier of sustainable manufacturing capabilities to global brands and designers.

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22 Sep 2023
8 min

Eureka 356: Batch.Works: 

Julien Vaissieres is the founder and CEO of the innovative design and manufacturing firm. He is on a mission to change the way things are made by developing viable circular practices using smart technologies such as 3D-printing. He shares his vision to be the leading supplier of sustainable manufacturing capabilities to global brands and designers.

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61520 Sep 2023
29 min

The Betts Group and SMO Gold: 

Can ethically sourced gold transform the precious-metals trade? Betts Group managing director Charlie Betts explains how transparency in sourcing precious metals is forging a new standard in responsible luxury and why his family business is committed to driving change in the mining industry.

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15 Sep 2023
8 min

Eureka 355: Baldwin Contemporary: 

Gallery founder Adam Baldwin talks about his journey from starting out as an amateur art collector, with limitless enthusiasm but limited funding, to launching Baldwin Contemporary. His highly regarded London-based gallery specialises in modern and contemporary works of art.

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61413 Sep 2023
31 min

Finland Special: Kyrö and Sees: 

Meet Miika Lipiäinen, co-founder of Kyrö, an award-winning all-rye distillery that he launched with his friends after hatching the idea in that most Finnish of locations, the sauna. Plus: how the Fukushima disaster inspired Sees founder and CEO, Elisa Koivumaa, to start the household cleaning-products and cosmetics brand that uses all-natural ingredients.

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8 Sep 2023
8 min

Eureka 354: Prodigy: 

Meet the husband-and-wife duo, Sameer and Neena Vaswani, whose road trip through Italy inspired them to establish a plant-based chocolate brand that embodies health-consciousness and environmental responsibility.

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6136 Sep 2023
29 min

Pom Harrington & Frieze Seoul: 

Pom Harrington, owner of world-leading antiquarian book dealer Peter Harrington, tells us about the family business’s Frieze Seoul debut, his personal journey in collecting and selling rare books, and why investing in the next generation of booksellers is crucial. Plus, he discusses how he navigates the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital age.

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1 Sep 2023
9 min

Eureka 353: Tentacle: 

Jackson Clarke shares how Tentacle’s groundbreaking predictive technology has revolutionised the way we predict the future, to help clients solve complex challenges and gain a competitive edge in various industries worldwide.

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61230 Aug 2023
24 min

Andy Evans and ‘Planet Wind’: 

Meet Andy Evans, the co-founder and CEO of leading Australian offshore wind developer Oceanex Energy. Andy stops by Midori House to talk about his entrepreneurial journey, work to change how we power our world as a leader in the offshore wind farming industry and his ambitious upcoming documentary, ‘Planet Wind’.

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25 Aug 2023
9 min

Eureka 352: Løci: 

Founder Emmanuel Eribo talks about his journey leaving behind a high-flying corporate career to build something more meaningful that resonates with his values. With a vision for a different kind of retail experience, he and his co-founders established Løci, a vegan trainers brand built on ethical practices, using groundbreaking materials that combine style and purpose.

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61123 Aug 2023
26 min

Hundle: 

We meet Hari Hundle, founder of the eponymous financial services firm for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and corporations. Hari discusses his client-centric approach and the value of building trust and long-term relationships. Plus: why clever design is an important element of his success in business.

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18 Aug 2023
7 min

Eureka 351: Satisfy: 

Founder Brice Partouche talks about how the French activewear label is pushing boundaries by fusing cutting-edge technology and innovative design to ensure peak performance and quality. Partouche talks about the forthcoming launch of the first women’s collection.

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61016 Aug 2023
32 min

Morjas & Luca Faloni: 

Morjas founder Henrik Berg talks about the timeless aesthetics of his men’s footwear and accessories label, and its Mediterranean and Scandinavian heritage. Plus: we catch up with Luca Faloni, founder of the eponymous brand built on a philosophy of slow fashion and an enduring commitment to being “Made in Italy”

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11 Aug 2023
7 min

Eureka 350: Ace & Tate: 

We speak to Mark de Lange, CEO and founder of the Amsterdam-based eyewear brand known for its distinctly Dutch aesthetic and exceptional craftsmanship. De Lange founded the company a decade ago on the premise that swapping eyewear should be as effortless as changing your shoes. Ten years on, what does he make of the optical landscape?

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6099 Aug 2023
30 min

Rumor Rosé and Champagne Rendez-Vous: 

Barry Bayat, the founder of Rumor Rosé, explains how he left behind a finance career to set off for the vineyards of Provence with the goal of creating his dream pink wine. Then we’re in champagne country to meet Fiona Perrin, CEO of Champagne Rendez-Vous, an all-natural brand focused on winemaking craft with minimal intervention.

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4 Aug 2023
10 min

Eureka 349: Private Drama Events: 

We meet RADA-trained actor Adam Blackwood who is also the visionary architect of Private Drama Events, an award-winning creative agency that he founded in 2002 with a view of bringing together his theatrical and production skills. Since that time, Adam and his team have worked their magic for renowned luxury brands, influential global charities and exclusive private affairs, including creating bespoke experiences onboard the British Pullman and Venice Simplon-Orient-Express trains. 

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