It Runs In The Family

Small Business, Big Values - Behind the Compassionate Success of Small Family Business with Founders Elliot and Eva Harris #126

Just because something’s labelled ‘small’, that doesn’t mean it’s incapable of achieving great things - it’s all about opportunities, not limitations for Small Family Business.Elliot and Eva Harris represent two of the three generations that comprise Small Family Business, whose name alludes to the way they operate - not to the limits of their success.Join the father-daughter duo on this week’s episode to explore how reclaiming ‘small’, leading with compassion, and combining generational wisdom is a golden recipe.🔑 Key ThemesThe Power of Multi-Generational CollaborationLeading With Kindness and AuthenticityDefining “Small” Businesses Beyond SizeNavigating Family Dynamics Through Open Communication and Shared Respect Building Legacy and Choosing Clients Wisely🔗 Connect with usSmall Family Business Website: https://www.smallfamilybusiness.com/Small Family Business LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-small-family-business/Small Family Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/small_family_business/Eva Harris LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eva-harris-44015122a/Elliot Harris LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/infoelliot/Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/ Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ Liz Lean PR: https://www.lizleanpr.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/lizleanpr https://www.linkedin.com/company/liz-lean-pr/

Philanthropy and Purpose: Why Leading with Values Never Leads You Astray with Samr Trust’s Dr Matee and Dr Kaleem Rajput #125

When they’re not changing lives in their hair clinic, Dr Matee and Dr Kaleem Rajput are changing lives by going out into the community, where it REALLY matters.Family legacy and compassion guide every decision, and as Matee will tell you, that’s all you need to make a success of any industry you enter.These two brothers carry forward their parents’ philanthropic spirit, blending their medical expertise and a shared sense of purpose to make a tangible difference both at home and around the world.Join us as we explore what makes the Samr Trust so special, and why giving back is a non-negotiable for this humble, philanthropic family.🔑 Key ThemesFamily Legacy and Intergenerational ValuesIntegrating Professional Life and PhilanthropyUnity, Loyalty, and Trust in Family BusinessPractical Impact of Giving BackPreparing and Inspiring the Next Generation📖 Resources MentionedSamr Trust Website: https://www.samrtrust.org/🔗 Connect with usSamr Trust Website: https://www.samrtrust.org/Samr Trust LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/samr-trust-uk/?originalSubdomain=ukDr Matee Rajput: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-matee-rajput-465a3a70/Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/ Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ Liz Lean PR: https://www.lizleanpr.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/lizleanpr https://www.linkedin.com/company/liz-lean-pr/

The Tradition Baked Into Ta’mini Lebanese Bakery’s Fresh Approach with Ali El Homsi and Nermin Khamosia #124

What happens when a business becomes inseparable from the family which runs it, and dares to bear its family influence through every strand of its existence?You get Ta’mini Lebanese Bakery… and while Nermin and Ali might be newcomers to running their stores, their family recipes date back several generations.Everyone who enjoys their cuisine owes it not just to the husband-wife duo, but to their family before them, bringing a new perspective on legacy in family business…Tune into ‘It Runs In The Family’ for a look into a business with its family values not just written on the wall, but baked into every single recipe.🔑 Key ThemesProud, Authentic Cultural Heritage in BusinessResilience as a Family UnitEmbedding Your Identity Into Your BusinessForging Real Connections with CustomersThe Role of Trust and Gut Instinct in Ta’mini’s Success🔗 Connect with usTa’mini: https://www.taminilebanesebakery.com/Ta’mini (IG): https://www.instagram.com/tamini.lebanese.bakery/Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/ Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ Liz Lean PR: https://www.lizleanpr.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/lizleanpr https://www.linkedin.com/company/liz-lean-pr/

‘Talking Bollocks’ with Toby Freeman: How Levity Forged a Legacy from Loss #123

After the heartbreaking loss of his brother Robin to germ cell cancer at just 24, Toby Freeman and his family turned grief into action, founding a charity that has become the UK’s leading voice for young people’s cancer awareness.This candid conversation reveals the raw emotions behind the inception of the charity, detailing both the challenges and the triumphs that come with building a family-led mission in the wake of such profound loss.We’ve seldom heard such a moving story of a family bringing together their combined strengths to save lives, with familial love at the heart of every move they make…🔑 Key ThemesTransforming Personal Loss into Purposeful ActionThe Power of Family, Community and ‘Amazing Strangers’Using Humour to Break TaboosNavigating Grief and Personal Growth Together🔗 Connect with usGuest Website: https://www.therobincancertrust.org/Guest Social Media (IG): https://www.instagram.com/rctcharity/Guest Social Media (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/company/therobincancertrust/Toby Freeman (IG): https://www.instagram.com/tobytalksbollocks/Toby Freeman (LinkedIn): https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobyfreeman/Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/ Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ Liz Lean PR: https://www.lizleanpr.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/lizleanpr https://www.linkedin.com/company/liz-lean-pr/

Where Wisdom Meets Vision: Passing the Baton with Boon Brokers’ Gerard & Michael Boon #122

This week we welcome Michael and Gerard Boon, the father-son team behind Boon Brokers, for an inspiring conversation about legacy, innovation, and the journey of transforming a family business. Michael’s hard work during his early days in the industry has laid the groundwork for Gerard’s tech-driven approach, all while maintaining the all-important human touch.Tune in as we hear what lies behind Gerard’s vision and drive for innovation, the unique dynamics of working with family, the importance of work-life balance, and the lessons learned from decades of navigating change together.🔑 Key ThemesFamily Legacy and Succession Innovation in a Business Transformation Balancing Work, Life and Personal GrowthMaintaining Client Relationships Through Service Excellence Embracing Change and Learning from Failure 🔗 Connect with usGuest Website: https://boonbrokers.co.uk/Guest IG: https://www.linkedin.com/company/boon-brokers/Guest LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/boonbrokersGerard LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gerard-boon-7901baab/Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/ Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/ Liz Lean PR: https://www.lizleanpr.co.uk/ https://www.instagram.com/lizleanpr https://www.linkedin.com/company/liz-lean-pr/