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Ryan Dean, CEO and Founder of RD Content
Apr 19 2023
Ryan Dean, CEO and Founder of RD Content
In this episode of the Founder & Chief podcast, Paul McGlone is joined by Ryan Dean, CEO & Founder of RD ContentRD Content is an award-winning global video production agency with an impressive client list. They specialise in offering strategic media planning, creative ideation, onset film work and post production editing, sound and animation all under one roof. Founded in 2009, RD Content has grown from a very small team to an international company with offices in Singapore, London and Abu Dhabi.Paul and Ryan discuss Ryan’s background and career, the founding of the business, key differentiators for the business model, and how the industry is evolving. This content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed, within constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.
David Craig, Iceotope CEO
Mar 22 2023
David Craig, Iceotope CEO
In this episode of the Founder & Chief podcast, Paul McGlone is joined by David Craig, CEO of Iceotope.Iceotope is a Sheffield-based technology business specialising in patented precision immersion cooling. Iceotope help their customers to become more sustainable by reducing their energy and water consumption and reducing the cost of data centre design, build and operations. Their technology offers extreme cooling performance whilst isolating and protecting the critical IT from the surrounding environment and atmosphere.Paul and David discuss David’s background and career, how Iceotope’s technology works and how it can revolutionise the design of data centres, the future of data storage and how Iceotope can help their customers achieve net zero carbon emissions. Read more about David’s charity Educate the Kids here - educatethekids.comThis content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed, within constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.
Charlie Cook, Founder & CEO of Rightcharge
Dec 15 2022
Charlie Cook, Founder & CEO of Rightcharge
Simplifying EV charging: Charlie Cook, Founder & CEO of RightchargeIn this episode of the Founder & Chief podcast, Paul McGlone is joined by Charlie Cook, Founder and CEO of Rightcharge.Rightcharge is a platform which enables great chargepoint installations to allow customers to move to an electric vehicle easily and smoothly. Rightcharge technology recommends customers the right home charger for their needs, matches them with verified installers and finds the best energy deals to save them money.Charlie explains his entrepreneurial background, how and why he founded Rightcharge and offers insights into what it’s like to start a company in a new, growing market. This content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed, within constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.
Chris Yates CEO, FFX
Jul 6 2022
Chris Yates CEO, FFX
In this episode of the Founder and Chief Podcast, Paul McGlone talks to Chris Yates, Chief Executive of FFX.  Chris hadn’t been near a power tools in his life. So why did he come out of retirement to be CEO of FFX, an online supplier of power tools and building supplies? How does he cope running the £100 million business today? Chris may not know tools, but he certainly knows ecommerce; as he’s seen it develop over a career spanning decades at Sainsburys and other online retail businesses. He knows the importance of understanding client buying habits, getting to know their needs and building channels for communicating openly with clients.Are you a founder? Would you like to discuss your business with Paul? We'd like to hear from you.This podcast is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This document is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed, within this document constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.
Morten Toft Bech from Meatless Farm
May 25 2022
Morten Toft Bech from Meatless Farm
In Episode One, Paul catches up with Morten Toft Bech, Founder of Meatless Farm. Founded in 2016, Meatless Farm is a British company that produces plant-based, tasty meat-alternatives including mince, chicken breast and sausages. Morten’s mission when setting up the company was clear: to protect the environment by creating family-friendly meat-free products which don’t require a change of eating habits. He believes passionately in the environmental impact that Meatless Farm can have.Morten and Paul discuss the challenges of setting up a business selling fresh produce to supermarkets, scaling the business in a growing industry and who Morten would invite to this dream dinner party.Are you a founder? Would you like to discuss your business with Paul? We'd like to hear from you.This content is issued by Zeus Capital Limited (“Zeus”) (Incorporated in England & Wales No. 4417845), which is authorised and regulated in the United Kingdom by the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) for designated investment business, (Reg No. 224621) and is a member firm of the London Stock Exchange. This content is for information purposes only and neither the information contained, nor the opinions expressed, within constitute or are to be construed as an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell the securities or other instruments mentioned in it. Zeus shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, including lost profits arising in any way from the information contained in this material. This material is for the use of intended recipients only.