Big Risk Energy with Roei Samuel
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Everything INVESTORS Want From Startups in under 30 MINUTES
18 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
“One of the issues with investors in the UK is they’re constantly unicorn hunting” Would you agree? 🤔 As an exited founder turned investor, D...
The Startup Expert: I Raised $100 MILLION in Startup Funding By Providing VALUE
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to raise $100 million in startup funding and exit two startups? Gregg Stein, founder and CEO of Triple G Ventures, knows a thing or ...
Building One Of The World's Best Nightclubs | Cameron Leslie, Co-founder of Fabric
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine having to bounce back from closing your business TWICE as a founder? Cameron Leslie, Co-founder of Fabric, can relate. Since it’s inception ...
Here's What You Need To Do To Grow Your Startup
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re a founder, you need to know who Dawn Haynes is.With over 30 years experience in business development, customer experience and building hig...
Why You Need To Prioritise Employee Wellbeing As A Founder | Joe Kaul
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
🚨 Reminder for all founders: your workforce is THE most important part of your business After realising the detrimental effect his approach in...
Meet The Winner of Gordon Ramsay's 2023 BBC Future Food Stars, Andy Albalous
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
1 in 5000. That’s the number of businesses Andy Albalous beat to win Gordon Ramsay’s 2023 Future Food Stars 🥇 After suffering from a life chang...
Breaking Free: Escaping the Wrong Career Path | Matt Swain
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How many of us can say we’re truly passionate about our career?Matt Swain turned his life around after breaking down on the way to work, suddenly re...
How To Equip The Next Generation of Entrepreneurs | Bejay Mulenga
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bejay Mulenga is on a mission to educate and equip the next generation of entrepreneurs and creators with the necessary tools, having started his own ...
How To Build A Marketing Team At A Startup
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Meet the marketing genius behind Connectd, Oliver Tarpey.He joined us back in 2021 when the Marketing department was non-existent and we had a tiny of...
The Reality Of Starting A Wealth Management Firm
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’re looking at a man responsible for £4bn worth of assets.After leaving his six-figure salary job, Dan Thompson built out his own wealth managem...
Making The Transition From Actor to Entrepreneur
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest skill you can take from stand-up and acting into a business is handling rejection. Rob Eades knows this all too well. Starting his acting ...
Why You Need To Start Being Less Humble
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“Stop trying to emulate other people’s journey”After quitting her job during the height of COVID to immerse herself in her personal brand, Stefa...
Will Bitcoin Be The Future of Currency?
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“The premise of bitcoin just doesn’t sit right with me”There’s no doubt Bitcoin is one of the hottest topics right now.However, Mark Stanton-B...
Why Founders Lose Out On New Clients
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Founders tend to lose out on business because of poor timekeeping or over pitching.When Ken Valledy said this, it was a big eye opener. Not only has h...
How To Transition From Professional Sports to First-Time Founder
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After 21 years playing and coaching in professional rugby with the likes of Saracens and England, James Parkes decided to dive into the world of menta...
The Truth Behind The Battle on Climate Change
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The future of our climate is bleak. And when this is coming from sustainability leader David MacDonald, you know we’re in for a serious ride. Founde...
The Mental Fitness Expert: How To Rewire Your Brain For Optimum Performance
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
“I was on 65 pills a day” This was the every day reality for Maya Raichoora at age 15 after being diagnosed with an incurable disease. But one day...
The BEST moments of Big Risk Energy 🏆 #BRETurns1
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
52 episodes and counting! 🎉 Today we're celebrating a year of Big Risk Energy which makes it the perfect time to look back on some of the BEST mome...
How To Live with ADHD As A Founder | Amanda Perry, ADHD Founder & Growth Coach
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
£1 MILLION a year selling £2.50 cupcakes 🧁This was just one of the businesses Amanda Perry founded. Since then, she’s built, scaled and exited ...
Why You Should Follow Your Passion | Adelina Tkesheliadze, Founder of Sul Pont
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes all it takes is one decision to change our lives forever. This is the story of classical pianist Adelina Tshekeliadze who stuck to her music...
From 'Hidden Homeless' to Serial Entrepreneur | Jeremiah Emmanuel BEM, Founder of RAFFL
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meet one of the youngest ever recipients of a British Empire Medal, Jeremiah Emmanuel BEM At the age of 24, he’s already done so much. Here’s a me...
How I Cleared £40K Debt And Founded My Business | Maddy Alexander-Grout, Founder of Mad About Money
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
£40,000 debt would scare anyone, but not Maddy Alexander-Grout. She singlehandedly worked her way out of this in just SIX years after a long period b...
Don't Die Building Your Business! | Jay Richards, Co-founder of Imagen Insights
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s not everyday we get a Forbes 30 Under 30, LinkedIn Top Voice and Brazilian Jiujutsu competitor on the #BigRiskEnergy podcast. Co-founder of ins...
How Meditation Can Unlock Your Full Potential | Katie Mantwa-George, Founder of Being Human Well
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
After 15 years in the corporate world working for the likes of Amazon and Barclays, Katie Mantwa George decided it was time to chase her own dreams. T...
The Identity Crisis After Selling A Business | Rachel Murphy, Founder of The Grafter
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Selling your business can leave you feeling lost as it's such a huge part of your life and identityAt least that’s how Rachel Murphy ChMC FBCS felt ...
How I Founded & Sold Three Businesses Worth £800m | Ben White, Co-Founder of Upp
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to starting and selling businesses, Ben White’s done it all. From founding and exiting 3 companies for a combined total of £800m to c...
Becoming Managing Director at 26 & The Rise of AI | Oliver Yonchev, Co-Founder of Flight Story
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Oliver Yonchev was 16 pursuing a professional footballing career at Barnsley, he would've never have thought 10 years down the line he'd be Manag...
Meet One Of The UK's First Social Media Managers | Laura Price, Partner at Pagefield
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know Laura Price was one of the first social media managers in the UK? 👀 Back in 2010, a time where social media feeds were chronological a...
Joining An Early Stage Startup Straight After University | Alex Rose, Connectd
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You can't speak about Connectd without mentioning Alex Rose. He risked it all after leaving university and joining an early stage startup that was mad...
Leaving L'Oreal to Launch a Gen Z Insights Consultancy | Ndubuisi Uchea, CEO of Word On The Curb
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who'd have thought a simple camera capturing the raw emotions of university students would be a game-changer for co-founder of Word On The Curb, Ndubu...
From A Psychology PhD Student to Forbes '30 Under 30' | Claudia Stankler, COO at Connectd
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Who knew how life changing an unexpected internship in a tech startup would be for Claudia Stankler. Originally studying towards a PhD in Psychology, ...
Building The World's First 'Airbnb For Creative Spaces' | Gabriel Isserlis, Founder of Tutti
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whilst his friends were taking huge steps in their career, Gabriel Isserlis was sat in his room depressed and just about getting by. But during one of...
Proving The Doubters Wrong - Alice Benham
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Alice dropped out of school at 17 to become an entrepreneur, she had so many doubters. Now at the age of 25, she's worked with over 500 clients h...
Why We Struggle With Implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - Aisha Suleiman
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We're still a long way from reaching a fully diverse and inclusive environment, but progress is being made thanks to individuals like Aisha Suleiman F...
The Importance Of Finding Your Purpose - Thomas Panton
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Once a teenage international swimming sensation, Thomas Panton has had a colourful journey so farJoin us in this episode of #BigRiskEnergy as I sit do...
Unlocking Innovation: Harnessing Customers as Your Greatest Assets with Janice B. Gordon | Big Risk Energy
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought of looking at your customers as your best innovators, rather than just numbers on the board? In this latest instalment of #BigRi...
Building Bumble's Data & Analytics Architecture | Competing With Tinder, & Hinge - Candice Ren Ep. 34
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How did you keep ahead of the competition & stay relevant? One word - data. In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I speak with Candice Ren, former h...
'Wake The Tiger' Founder On The Importance Of Following Your Gut | Big Risk Energy
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From managing the Nike ACG ski and snowboard team to leading the operations team at Boomtown Fair, Graham MacVoy puts his success down to following hi...
Marketing Strategy, Going from Startup to Scaleup - Latest Trends for 2023 Stephanie Melodia ep 32
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When marketing and sales can be life and death for an organization's success, it can be a hugely daunting task to assess the right marketing strategie...
How and why executive coaching works? Developing a growth mindset with executive coach Tom Ungi Ep. 31
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Executive coaching is becoming more and more prevalent in corporate life. In this latest candid conversation with industry expert and masters-qualifie...
From Elite Commando to Entrepreneur: Hear Ben Williams' Fascinating Journey Ep. 30
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Williams is hands down one of the most interesting individuals I have ever met. His journey to entrepreneurship is fascinating and in this convers...
How I Grew My Side Hustle Into A 6-Figure Business | Myo Master Co-Founder, Lottie Whyte Ep. 29
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing your side hustle during maternity and transitioning this venture into a full-time business! This transition is certainly no easy feat and in ...
2023: The Year of Mastering Your Sales Mindset? Tom Lavery, Reveals All - Tech & SaaS Sales Strategy - Tom Lavery Ep. 28
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to mastering sales strategies in Tech & SaaS solutions it can be difficult to block out the noise and find the right knowledge to he...
The Future of Saving Money: Uncover 2023's Best Tip With 'Mr Money Jar'! - Timi Merriman-Johnson Ep. 27
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week I am blessed to be joined by the one and only Timi Merriman-Johnson aka MrMoney Jar as we discuss some of the key principles associated with...
Uncover the Secret to Driving Innovation in Startups with Professor Stephen Scruton (Oxford & Hult) Ep. 26
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I spoke to Economist & Professor Stephen Scruton. As well as Stephen's work at Oxford University & Hult, h...
Creating London's BEST Pizza Restaurant & Takeaway - Story of Pizza Pilgrims Founder, Thom Elliot Ep. 25
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How did you obtain a rating of London's best pizzeria by industry titans Sorted Food? In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I speak with Thom Elliot, Co...
Ex England U19 & Kent Cricketer opens up on his alcohol addiction struggles - Simon Cusden Ep. 24
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with ex-England U19 & Kent professional cricket player, Simon Cusden. Simon shares his journey to elite sport, and the...
Top tips for angel investing in startups for 2023 - Andy Ayim MBE, Angel Investment School, ex Zlich Ep. 23
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Where do you start when it comes to angel investing in startups? What are the key components you must know in 2023? Listen in to this 40-minute conver...
Banking & finance career tips from UK's Youngest Black Female MBE - Natalie Ojevah MBE Ep. 22
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Natalie Ojevah MBE, the youngest black woman to receive an MBE to discuss ...
How to survive the SVB tech crash - Founder of Otta, Sam Franklin Ep. 21
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How did Otta survive the SVB tech crash? What makes a great workplace with great people? What are the benefits and downsides of a 4-day work week? Wha...
How Simon Squibb gained 250,000,000 views and escaped the Matrix - The Purposeful Project - Ep. 20
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I spoke to TikTok extraordinaire Simon Squibb. In this hour-long special episode, we talk about entrepreneurship a...
Restaurateur Taking Huge Risks - Jamie Barber (Owner of Hush, Haché Burger, Kitchen Italia) Ep. 19
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Big Risk Energy, I spoke to Jamie Barber, the entertainment lawyer who left a successful and stable career to join forces with Sir ...
How to build an AI-driven SMMA digital marketing agency - Oliver Bruce (PinPoint Media) Ep. 18
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Wondering what’s the future of AI? And how this will impact our lives? Or even our jobs?I sat down with Oliver Bruce, founder of PinPoint Media, to ...
How to start a record label and make money in 2023 - David Dabieh (Founder of Cloud X) Ep. 17
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Making money in the music industry? A feat not completed by many. In this latest episode, I delve deep into the meaning of art, the importance of auth...
How to balance a side hustle with a full-time job - Millennial Money Founder, Niaz Azad Ep. 16
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing your side hustle whilst working a 9-5?! In this most recent podcast episode, I discuss the challenges and opportunities around this topic wit...
How Attenborough changed everything - CanO Water Founder Josh White Ep. 15
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
CanO Water has revolutionised the drinks market in Europe. In this conversation, I sit down with co-founder, Josh White, who pursued the venture after...
Why I built a place for founders to heal? - Janos Barberis (Founders Taboo ex EY, FinTech HK) Ep. 14
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Withdrawing £500 and taking a one way ticket to Hong Kong...... Just one of the risks Roei Samuel discusses with serial founder and investor Janos Ba...
Safari Conservation To Working With Tyson Fury - Joseph Black’s Founder Story (UniTaskr) Ep. 13
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
From a reusable golf ball seller at 11 to safari ranger at 16, Joseph's journey to founding his current company (UniTaskr) at 19 has been a meteoric r...
How I developed a portfolio marketing career and leading community - Lottie Unwin Ep. 12
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lottie Unwin, founder of leading marketing community, The Copy Club, sits down with Roei in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy. In this conversatio...
How I built Playstation, Football Manager & GiffGaff's online communities - Vincent Boon Ep. 11
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Vincent Boon, an online community expert who has helped revolutionise interactivity among customers for huge blue chip brands including: Sony, GiffGaf...
Achieving against the odds: the importance of self-belief - Lissele Pratt Ep. 10
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Serial entrepreneur and investor Roei Samuel spoke to Lissele Pratt, founder of Capitalixe in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Lissele discussed ...
GB Olympic Athlete: How I sacrificed everything - Jack Green Ep. 9
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Roei Samuel caught up with former GB Olympic athlete, Jack Green, in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Jack touches upon his journey into, out of,...
I turned down £500k because it felt wrong – Georgia St John-Smith Ep. 8
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Big Risk Energy, Roei is joined by Georgia St John-Smith founder of Sancti Retreats. In this conversation, Georgia discusses how sh...
I don’t want to just be a number! - Jide Maduako Ep. 7
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Serial entrepreneur and investor Roei Samuel spoke to Jide Maduako, CEO and founder of Yoke Network in episode number 7 of Big Risk Energy.Jide discus...
2x Premiership Winner: Hard Work Always Wins - Mike Brown Ep. 6
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Roei Samuel caught up with former England and Harlequins rugby player, Mike Brown, in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Mike discussed how his det...
BBC Dragon: Don't Listen To The Haters - Piers Linney Ep. 5
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Serial entrepreneur and investor Roei Samuel spoke to Piers Linney, former Dragon's Den Dragon in the latest episode of Big Risk Energy.Piers discusse...
Sold Company for £25m: his proudest moments - Nick Telson Ep. 4
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Telson is a serial entrepreneur, having built and exited DesignMyNight and is currently co-founder of Trumpet. Nick moved into investment and to ...
Millionaire Property Mogul: Talk Less, Listen More - Gary Sacks, Ep. 3
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
CEO of City & Docklands Group & Founder of LiFE Ventures, Gary Sacks, spoke with Roei Samuel, Connectd founder and investor, in the latest epi...
London VC: I was broken white trash - Dan Bowyer Ep. 2
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of Big Risk Energy, entrepreneur & investor Roei Samuel speaks to Dan Bowyer, serial investor, and co-founder and partner at...
Ex CMO Depop/Deliveroo: Growth At All Costs - Yoann Pavy Ep. 1
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Entrepreneur Roei Samuel launches ‘Big Risk Energy' podcast with his first guest, expert marketer Yoann Pavy (ex Deliveroo, Depop and Perkbox). Duri...