Liverpool Airport CEO - 'Embracing Change and Leadership"

In this episode of A Track Record, Sam Cole and Jack Pailing are joined by John Irving, the CEO of Liverpool Airport, who shares his journey from his early life in Newcastle to his career in finance and leadership roles in various industries, including Procter & Gamble and Newcastle United. John discusses the challenges and lessons learned during his time in football, the transition to the aviation sector, and the impact of the pandemic on the travel industry. He reflects on personal growth, leadership styles, and the importance of being authentic in one's career.

The conversation concludes with quick fire questions revealing John's personal interests and insights.

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Oxford Summer Courses: From School to Business sale

In this episode of A Track Record, hosts Sam and Jack sit down with Harry Horton and Rob Phipps, founders of Oxford Summer Courses. They discuss their early lives, the inception of their business, and the challenges they faced, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The conversation highlights the importance of leadership, resilience, and the lessons learned throughout their entrepreneurial journey, culminating in the sale of their business in 2024.

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Eurocell CEO - Darren Waters - Navigating Leadership

In this episode, Sam and Jack Pailing are fortunate to have Darren Waters, CEO of Eurocell, on the podcast, discussing his career journey from his early life in Grimsby to his leadership roles in the oil and building materials industries. Darren shares insights on the importance of emotional intelligence, resilience, and proactive decision-making in leadership. He reflects on his experiences with mergers and acquisitions, navigating challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the significance of company culture.

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Naked Wines CEO - Rodrigo Maza - From aspiration to reality

In the first episode of A Track Record, Sam and Jack talk with Rodrigo Maza, CEO of Naked Wines. They discuss Maza's early life in Mexico City, his career journey from Grupo Modelo to AB InBev, and then onto Naked Wines, and the leadership lessons he learned along the way.

Maza shares insights on his leadership style, what he values, the challenges he has faced, and how he is navigating a CEO role. The conversation concludes with Maza offering advice for young leaders and engaging in a quick fire question round.

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