The Drive Phase Podcast
Nov 4, 2022
Episode 90: How to Lead an Activity Organisation - Lesson from Leaders Part 9
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Its time for our wrap-up series brings together the best insights from episodes 81 to 89 and is a great way to jump in and sample the Drive Phase content.
We’ve picked out some of the best clips and tips from our conversations across the last 9 episodes. We also want to take the opportunity to thank all of our listeners for your support and ask that you subscribe and leave a review on Apple podcast or follow us on Spotify.
Welcome to this week’s episode of The Drive Phase Podcast and part 9 of the Lessons From Leaders series.
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Nov 24, 2023
Episode 117: Rebecca Hopkins - The STA Group
In today's episode, James speaks to Rebecca Hopkins, the founder, and CEO of The STA Group, a sports tech entrepreneur, award-winning ENS Sports PR, and co-founder of Women's Sports Week. At a time when everybody seemed oblivious to the tech revolution in the sports sector, Rebecca, to shine a spotlight on this unheralded contribution, launched the now leading global tech-led innovation in sports, The STA Group.
The STA Group (Sports Technology Awards Group), is a constellation of companies which includes ENS, the UK’s longest-standing independent sports PR agency, and The Sports Technology Awards, which leads in the global celebration of tech-led innovation in sport. They also have a new podcast Tech Chairs Podcast that explores technology's relationship with sports by inviting tech experts, champion athletes, and elite coaches to get their insider insights.
In a nutshell, James and Rebecca speak about:
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Rebecca's earliest sporting memories and her journey to sports tech
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Her first break into the world of sports that was formerly a male-dominated sphere
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The gap she went about filling on tech recognition in the sporting industry
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The earliest stages of their launch and the biggest success story they've highlighted so far
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Greatest challenges they faced in their young stages and how they're now the leaders in their sphere
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Insights she'd learned throughout her entrepreneurial journey and interaction with high-achieving business people
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Importance of working towards being a master of one and getting into the guts of what you do
…and so much more!
Check out The STA Group:
Website: http://www.sportstechgroup.org/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sports-technology-awards-group/
X: https://x.com/SportTechGroup
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-chairs-the-sports-technology-podcast/
Connect with Rebecca:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccahopkinsens
Connect with James:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_ventures
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coordinatesport/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-moore-uk
Coordinate Sport: https://coordinate.cloud/
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Sep 29, 2023
Episode 116: Paul Gately - Obesity UK
In today's episode, James speaks to Paul Gately, a professor in exercise and obesity at Leeds Beckett University, the Director of MoreLife at Leeds Metropolitan University, and the interim CEO of Obesity UK. He is one of the foremost experts in the area, consistently called upon as a keynote speaker and author in the obesity and physical activity field.
Paul's drive to assist people in tackling obesity was sparked by his observations at an American weight loss camp. He established a singular weight loss camp specifically for young individuals as a result. With a professional journey spanning over two decades, Paul has directed his passion, research focus, and expertise toward Obesity UK, a leading charity committed to advocating for, educating, and aiding people navigating obesity - the authoritative voice for individuals with obesity in the UK.
In a nutshell, James and Paul speak about:
- His experience of school sports and weight management in comparison to today
- The observations that sparked his interest in children’s obesity
- How they translated from the Weight Loss Camp model
- The biggest drivers in obesity rates by 2030
- His thoughts on the circumstances, culture and lived experiences that result in obesity
- Which country he believes is making the best progress in weight management
- His thoughts on the dynamics of home and school life that reduce obesity levels
- His routines for maintaining peak performance personally and in business
…and so much more!
Check out Obesity UK:
Website: https://www.obesityuk.org.uk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/obesity_uk/
Connect with Paul:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulgately
X: https://x.com/profpaulgately?
Instagram: https://instagram.com/pauljgately
Connect with James:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_ventures
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coordinatesport/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-moore-uk
Coordinate Sport: https://coordinate.cloud/
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Sep 15, 2023
Episode 115: Gabrielle Lixton and Caroline Sparks - Turtle Tots
In today's episode, James speaks to Gabrielle Lixton and Caroline Sparks, the Co-founders, and directors of Turtle Tots. Gaby, who had previously introduced Turtle Tots in two Bristol-based pools, recognized a growing need for swim programmes tailored to children. Both having pursued separate corporate careers before becoming parents, the two entrepreneurs joined forces after having their own children to transform Turtle Tots into a franchise business. Today, it has blossomed into a network comprising more than 50 family-owned Turtle Tots businesses spanning the UK and Ireland.
Founded in 2011, Turtle Tots is a renowned and award-winning franchise specialising in children's swimming education. Their distinctive child-centred swimming program commences during pregnancy and extends into specialized baby and toddler classes after birth. Turtle Tots franchises offer international entrepreneurs the chance to operate their own business, establish a flexible work-life balance, and expand their income.
In a nutshell, James, Gaby & Caroline speak about:
- Their swimming and corporate history before founding Turtle Tots
- Gaby's initial launch and progression of Turtles Tots
- Insights from how they have grown organically 13 years into the business
- Target demographics and locations of focus
- How their franchise is going around the elephant in the room; access to swimming facilitates
- Their biggest differentiator against the saturated UK market
- Business philosophies, strategies, and personal habits that keep them on top
…and so much more!
Check out Turtle Tots:
Website: http://www.turtletots.com
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/TurtleTotsLtd
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/turtle-tots
Email: business@turtletots.com
Connect with Gaby & Caroline:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinesparks
https://www.linkedin.com/in/-gaby-lixton
Connect with James:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_ventures
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coordinatesport/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-moore-uk
Coordinate Sport: https://coordinate.cloud/
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