The True Purpose Podcast

The True Purpose Podcast

by True Purpose Enterprises

Entrepreneurship Management

Season 2

The Purpose of Sustainability with Helena Mansell-Stopher

On this episode of The True Purpose Podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by licensing legend, Helena Mansell-Stopher.  Helena is the Founder and CEO of Products of Change. She has worked with some of the biggest entertainment brands on the planet, including Mattel and the National Geographic, so she knows the licensing industry pretty well.   Helena holds qualifications from the University of Cambridge’s course in Business Sustainability Management as well as Circular Economic Business Practices from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.  In 2020, Helena left her career in licensing and set up Products of Change; a membership community which drives sustainable change in the licensing and consumer products industry. They help their members connect and collaborate as they build a community of sustainability champions.       On the podcast, we hear more from Helena about…    What drove her to set up Products of Change.     How her previous jobs led her to an interest in sustainability.    Her purposeful role models in life.     How Products of Change has evolved since its beginning.     Her drastic change in career path early on.     … And how we need to make not only the licensing industry, but the whole world a more sustainable place.     Connect with Helena: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helena-mansell-stopher-97505899/  Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/  More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888       

Unplugging to Find Purpose with Hector Hughes

Welcome back to The True Purpose Podcast. In this episode, host Will Stewart is talking to Hector Hughes, CEO and Co-Founder at Unplugged.    Unplugged provides a digital detox in uniquely designed off-grid cabins around the UK. The tech-free cabins allow visitors to rest and recharge in nature. From Hector’s own personal experience of burn out, Unplugged is the definition of a purpose-led business that helps people prevent the burn out he once felt.    On the podcast, we hear more from Hector about…    How previous start-up experience shaped his views on workplace culture.    How optimism drives his entrepreneurship.    His mediation retreats.     How he has become unattached.     Meditating with death.     … And the huge hurdle he faced when moving the first Unplugged cabin to the UK from Latvia.    Connect with Hector: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hector-hughes-10082195/  Unplugged: https://unplugged.rest/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/  More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888 

Season 1

Finding Purpose through Experience with Roz Nowicki

On this episode of The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by Roz Nowicki to discuss how her years of experience working in licensing has led her to finding purpose. As a brand, franchise, and licensing veteran with over 30 years of experience, Roz has turned around businesses, consistently exceeded goals, and taken brands to unprecedented revenue.When it comes to licensing, Roz certainly knows her stuff! Although, while excelling through her extensive career, Roz has only found her true purpose recently. Your ears are in the right place to hear… The experience of working with some of the biggest global companies. The balance of climbing the rungs of the corporate ladder and having a family. How Roz has now found purpose after working in the industry for over 30 years. The benefits of being an accessible leader. Roz’s love of being a mentor now. …And the lessons American girl scouts learn from selling cookies. Connect with Roz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roznowicki/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

Feeding Souls and Finding Purpose with Kay Allinson

On this episode of The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by Kay Allinson to discuss how she found purpose through feeding people. Kay Allinson is one part of ‘Pinch of Nom’, the award-winning cookbooks and blog that share slimming-friendly, home-style meals. Pinch of Nom was founded in 2016 with Kay’s wife, Katie Allinson. Their first book sold 210,506 copies in the first three days, making it the UK’s fastest selling cookbook book ever. Kay shares how her varied career led her to where she is today, and how Pinch of Nom was initially realised. Your ears are in the right place to hear… How Kay found purpose working in Kate’s restaurant. How Pinch of Nom was founded. The difficulties of working through a recession. The struggles of finding a work/life balance. …And cheesy food puns. Pinch of Nom: https://pinchofnom.com/products/express/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

The Unpredictable Path to Purpose with Richard Beese

On this episode of The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by Richard Beese to discuss the bumpy road to discovering his purpose in business. Richard is a co-founder of We Do Play, Flip Out Global, Putt Putt Noodle and Boom: Battle Bars. All his businesses have purpose at the heart of what they do, creating unrivalled and unforgettable experience for everyone. Although purpose wasn’t always on the forefront of his mind, Richard reflects on how it led him to where he is today. Your ears are in the right place to hear… The success of running businesses that focus on enhancing the customers’ enjoyment. The bumpy road that led Richard to where he is today. How Richard overcame a fatal accident that nearly cost him his life. Richard’s inspiration and role models within business. How he set up a successful business during Covid. …And what the future holds for him and his businesses. Connect with Richard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-beese-395879167/Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

The Legacy of Purpose with Hannah Redler

Next up on The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is talking to Hannah Redler, Group Retail Director at True Purpose Enterprises and Co-Founder and Lead Director at Spotlight. 1888. Hannah’s growth and contribution to True Purpose Enterprises has been beyond epic. She is the glue that binds the group of businesses together, as well as the female boss leadership group. Not forgetting to mention that Hannah is a huge asset within the wider licensing industry, having been awarded the Licensing International Global Rising Star award in 2020. On the podcast, we hear more from Hannah about… How her dad influenced her entrepreneurial mindset. Becoming a strong but kind and empathetic leader. Why she wants to inspire younger generations to take the leap into licensing. How her grandfather’s fundraising inspired her. From being mentored to becoming a mentor. Overcoming anxiety when presenting on stage. … And how being an impactful and approachable leader allows space for people to share their ideas with you. Connect with Hannah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-r-77382954/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

Unfiltered purpose with Dan Kelsall

In this episode of The True Purpose Podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by Dan Kelsall for an unfiltered conversation on purpose. Dan is an advertising and marketing maverick. Earlier this year, he exited the agency he co-founded, Offended. He’s recently launched his next big idea, Middle Finger Club (listen in to find out what that’s all about). Dan’s opinions are direct, honest, and authentic. With over 65K followers and amazing engagement on LinkedIn, his words make people both laugh and listen. Your ears are in the right place to hear… What drives Dan and how he’ll always stick to his values. The inside scoop on leaving Offended. First insights on his new venture, Middle Finger Club. How Dan’s early love for writing led to a career in marketing and advertising. Why ideas are the most important thing, with ideation being an undervalued skill. The art of using comedy and AI in marketing (catch some top tips). How p*ssing off the right people might be the best way to get your ideal audience’s attention. ….And why f*cking up quickly has meant Dan can live his purpose of disrupting the norm, creating reform, and doing what he loves. Connect with Dan: www.linkedin.com/in/dan-kelsall-7aa0926b/ Middle Finger Club: www.middlefingerclub.co.uk/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

The purpose evolution with Bethan Garton

Next up on The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is talking to Bethan Garton, Chief Commercial Officer at True Purpose Enterprises. Bethan is a driving force at True Purpose Enterprises. Having worked across agency, brand, and licensee side, Bethan’s got extensive experience in the licensing industry and is an incredible professional. She’s unflappable and totally unique. On the podcast, we hear more from Bethan about… Her intrinsic values of working hard and doing your best. The mad story of owning a flock of 50 sheep (and the purpose behind this). Her love for variety and why this means licensing is the best career for her. How her purpose has evolved over time, being conscious of contributions to the world. The links between purpose, happiness, and doing what you enjoy in life. Volunteering, community, and connection. … And being purposeful as a leader in business to create a happy, high performing team - including our ultra-flexibility policy at True Purpose Enterprises. Connect with Bethan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethan-garton-89468613/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

The life-saving power of purpose with Richard North

On this episode of The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by Richard North to talk about the life-saving power of purpose. Richard is a serial entrepreneur, disruptor, innovator, inventor, and co-founder of true purpose powerhouse Wow! Stuff. During his life he’s featured on secret millionaire, survived robbery and car crashes, had to re-learn how to walk, and won so many awards they don’t even bother counting them any more. Most importantly, he’s tough, resilient, clever, and full of incredible stories featuring a golden thread of purpose. Your ears are in the right place to hear… Richard’s lifelong purpose to innovate, do things differently, and constantly learn – also key pillars in his business. His life-work balance ethos, including being aware of when to blast it and when to slow down too. Richard’s traumatic car accident, where he faced the reality of death and how purpose pulled him through. How everything Richard does comes back to his family and their motto to never give up on anything you apply yourself to. Tips for building a business with purpose and people at its heart. …And what motivates and inspires Richard, seeing beauty in disruption and making the impossible, possible. Connect with Richard: www.linkedin.com/in/richard-north-b91b8a9/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

Find your purpose, find your power with Lynne Chappel

On this episode of The True Purpose podcast, host Will Stewart is joined by Lynne Chappel to explore her passion for purpose and how intrinsic it is in life and business. Lynne is The Point.1888’s Contracts Manager, managing all legal and business affairs (and the wisest of all the wise owls – when she speaks, we all listen!) Lynne has experience working in licensing at some huge brands and volunteers weekly to help others learn new skills. Listen in to this episode and hear Lynne talk about… The link between purpose, people, and the power to do good in the world. A varied and interesting career history, including working as an executive assistant to the CEO of Playboy. Her passion for learning, kindness, and helping others – from originally wanting to be a teacher, to now volunteering with asylum seekers to help them learn conversational English. Sources of inspiration and the impact of finding good mentors, especially in the early stages of her career. … And everything purpose drives, including decision making, how you are present in the world, who you surround yourself with, and what you value. Connect with Lynne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynne-chappel-6696594/ Connect with Will: www.linkedin.com/in/willstewart1888/ More about True Purpose Enterprises: https://thepoint1888.com/ | https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-point-1888

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