Life Of The Poddy with Cal & Slippy
Society & Culture:Personal Journals
Behind the Curtain: The Untold Realities of Nightclub and Event Ownership with Ben Reynolds | EP 19
Cal and Slippy welcome Ben Reynolds, a Somerset-born events entrepreneur and the man behind 'Coco Loco'. Ben's early years were marked by struggles, including dyslexia and hospitalization due to drug issues. Finding his footing in Events Management at Bournemouth University, Ben made waves in the nightlife industry, transforming a neglected Tuesday night at Cameo into a thriving event, and hosting over a thousand parties worldwide. Despite having to shut 'Lost Paradise', his Bali-inspired nightclub due to COVID, and enduring personal hardships, Ben's resilience shone through. He channelled his energy into launching 'Rise', a fitness-focused gym and community that reflected his personal journey towards health and well-being. After leaving 'Rise', Ben turned another page in his event-planning book, launching 'Post', a fun, German-themed bar. From the driving force behind 'Coco Loco' to one of the pioneers of 'Rise', and now at the helm of 'Post', Ben's story embodies resilience, adaptability, and the transformational power of personal growth.
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