Jazz Shapers
Episodes
Emily Lui: Co- founder of Cutter & Squidge
09 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Lui is the co- founder of Cutter & Squidge, the bakery and gifting brand. Emily joins Elliot to talk about her and her sister's drive t...
Author and Baptist Minister Steve Chalke MBE
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Author and Baptist Minister Steve Chalke MBE is founder of the Oasis Trust, a UK charity dedicated to building inclusive local communities. Steve...
Rob Abrahams and Rob Green: Co-founders of COAT
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Rob Abrahams and Rob Green are the co-founders of COAT, the climate positive paint company. Rob and Rob join Elliot to talk about how it feels wh...
Inventor and author William Kamkwamba and serial entrepreneur Tom Rielly
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Inventor and author William Kamkwamba, and serial entrepreneur Tom Rielly are the co-founders of Moving Windmills Project, an NGO empowering...
Radha Vyas: Co-founder of Flash Pack
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Radha Vyas is the co-founder of Flash Pack, the adventure travel company for like-minded solo travellers. Radha joins Elliot to chat about ...
Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart and serial entrepreneur Dominic Joseph
28 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Part Two of a very special two part Jazz Shapers with legendary musician, producer and Eurythmics co-founder Dave Stewart with serial entrepreneur and...
Priya Downes: Founder of Nudea
21 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Priya Downes is the founder of Nudea, a B Corp certified underwear brand creating underwear and sleepwear from natural and recycled mat...
David Benigson: Co-founder and CEO of Signal AI
14 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
David Benigson is the co-founder and CEO of Signal AI, a reputation and risk intelligence company. David joins Elliot for a special Jazz Sha...
Kathleen Saxton: Founder of The Lighthouse Company
07 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kathleen Saxton is the founder of The Lighthouse Company, a leadership headhunting firm, and co-founder of Psyched Ventures, a coaching and psych...
Will Pearson: Co-founder of Ocean Bottle
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Will Pearson is the co-founder of Ocean Bottle, a company dedicated to enabling individuals around the world to make a global impact on ocean plastic....
Jonathan Simmons: Co-founder of digital agency Zone
21 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Simmons is the co-founder of digital agency Zone, co-founder of experiences marketplace Yuup and CEO of NPC - New Philanthropy Capital - ...
Matt Harris: Founder of Thunderbird Chicken
14 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Harris is the Founder of Thunderbird Chicken (the fried chicken restaurant), Stripshack, (it's baby sister), and the pickle brand, Pickle Pr...
Louise Hill: Founder of GoHenry
07 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The brand new season of Jazz Shapers kicks off with guest Louise Hill, the Founder of GoHenry, the money app helping kids learn to earn, s...
James Hirst: Co-Founder and COO of Tyk
13 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the last Jazz Shapers of the season, Elliot is joined by James Hirst, the Co-Founder and COO of Tyk, an API Management Platform on a mission to co...
Dr Mick Donegan MBE: Founder and CEO of SpecialEffect
06 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Mick Donegan, MBE, is the Founder and CEO of SpecialEffect, a charity helping people with severe physical disabilities access and enjoy technology ...
David Mansfield: Ex-CEO of Capital Radio and creator of The Monday Revolution
29 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Mansfield is the ex-CEO of Capital Radio and the creator of The Monday Revolution, aiming to help you seize control of your business life. David...
Renée Elliot: Founder of Planet Organic
22 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Renée Elliot is the founder of Planet Organic, the UK’s first organic supermarket. Renée joins Elliot to talk about the shock realisation that cha...
Oli Broom: Founder of The Slow Cyclist
15 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oli Broom is the Founder of The Slow Cyclist, a cycle tour operator leading adventures across Europe and Africa. Oli joins Elliot to share how he left...
Alice Wainwright and Ben Charalambous: Co-founders of RISE
08 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alice Wainwright and Ben Charalambous are the co-founders of RISE, a B Corp certified coffee subscription club. Alice and Ben join Elliot to share ho...
Lisa and Alana Macfarlane: Founders of The Gut Stuff
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa and Alana Macfarlane are founders of The Gut Stuff, a multi-industry platform democratising gut health education. The former DJ's join Elliot to ...
Ben Branson: Founder of Seedlip
25 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Branson, Founder of Seedlip, the world’s first distilled non-alcoholic spirit; and the Founder of Pollen Projects, a venture studio that ha...
Ryan Edwards: Founder and CEO of Audoo
18 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Edwards is the Founder and CEO of Audoo, a music technology company, tracking the music played in public spaces so artists and songwriters are pa...
Amelia Christie-Miller: Founder and CEO of Bold Bean Co
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amelia Christie-Miller is the Founder and CEO of Bold Bean Co. on a mission to make people obsessed with beans. Amelia joins Elliot to talk...
Kimberlee Perry: Founder and CEO of Bouncefitbody
04 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kimberlee Perry is the founder and CEO of Bouncefitbody, the resistance-based fitness class company. Kimberlee shares with Elliot how loneliness (and ...
Nick Hird: Co-founder & Managing Director of Vidrate
27 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Hird is the Co-founder & Managing Director of Vidrate, the natural hydration supplements, created to help you drink more water. Nick joins El...
Serial entrepreneur Heather Frankham
20 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Serial entrepreneur Heather Frankham is the Founder of Lifetime Training, (an apprenticeship provider) and Origin Workspace (a co-working space), as w...
Sidney Neuhaus: Co-founder of Kimai
13 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sidney Neuhaus is the co-founder of Kimai, the lab-grown diamond jewellery brand. Sidney joins Elliot to share how she's disrupting an industry that f...
Ahti Heinla: Co-founder and developer of Skype
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ahti Heinla is the co-founder and developer of Skype, the internet communication platform, And co-founder of Starship Technologies, a robot delivery b...
Gary Crosby OBE & Janine Irons OBE: Founders of Tomorrow's Warriors
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kicking off the new season of Jazz Shapers and recorded live at Love Supreme Jazz Festival 2025, Elliot Moss is joined by Gary Crosby and Janine ...
Joe McDonald: Co-founder and CEO of tem
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joe McDonald is the co-founder and CEO of tem, a clean energy company changing the way renewable energy is bought, sold and powered. Joe joins Elliot ...
David Abrahamovitch: Founder and CEO of coffee brand Grind
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
David Abrahamovitch is the Founder and CEO of coffee brand Grind. David joins Elliot to talk about turning his late Father's mobile phone s...
Flavilla Fongang: Founder of 3 Colours Rule/GTA Black Women in Tech/Black Rise
24 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Elliot is serial entrepreneur Flavilla Fongang, founder of 3 Colours Rule, a branding and marketing agency; the Founder o...
Elizabeth Rossiello: CEO & Founder of AZA Finance
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Rossiello is the founder and CEO of AZA Finance, an African payments and foreign exchange fintech company. Elizabeth joins E...
Ed Currie and Andy Coxon: Co-founders of AKT London
10 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ed Currie and Andy Coxon are the co-founders of AKT London, the natural deodorant brand. Ed and Andy share with Elliot how performing in co...
Justin Basini: Co-Founder & Group CEO of The ClearScore Group
03 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Basini is the Co-Founder & Group CEO of The ClearScore Group, a technology business helping users understand and manage their credit and fi...
Hannah Chappatte: Founder and CEO of Hybr
26 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah Chappatte is the founder and CEO of Hybr, the student accommodation platform. Hannah joins Elliot to talk about how vulnerable first-time rent...
Jonny Goldstone: Co-founder of Green Tomato Cars
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jonny Goldstone is the co-founder of Green Tomato Cars, the environmentally-friendly taxi service. Jonny joins Elliot to chat about growing and sellin...
Vinita Rathi: Founder and CEO of Systango
12 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vinita Rathi is the Founder and CEO of Systango, a digital engineering firm specialising in Generative AI, Web3, Automation, and Cloud solutions. Vini...
Paul Noble: Founder and Creative Director of Spiritland
05 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Noble is the Founder and Creative Director of Spiritland, a series of venues for music lovers in London and Lisbon, and also a production company...
Jeremy King: Founder and Chair of Attest
29 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jeremy King is the Founder and Chair of Attest, a consumer research platform. Jeremy joins Elliot to talk about how he helps brands better understand ...
Lex Deak: Founder of QVentures, co-founder and CEO of Basket
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Serial entrepreneur Lex Deak is the founder of QVentures, a Venture Capital firm, and most recently co-founder and CEO of Basket, the ecommerce start-...
Ed Foy: Co-founder and CEO of PRESS Healthfoods
15 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ed Foy is the co-founder and CEO of PRESS Healthfoods, the plant-based health food brand. Ed joins Elliot to talk through the dark days and ...
Sandrine Zhang Ferron: Co-founder and CEO of Vinterior
08 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sandrine Zhang Ferron is the co-founder and CEO of Vinterior, the online vintage and pre-owned furniture marketplace. Sandrine joins Elliot to chat ab...
Maya Moufarek: Founding Chief Marketing Officer of Pharmacy2U
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maya Moufarek is Founding Chief Marketing Officer of Pharmacy2U, the NHS-approved online pharmacy and Founder of the growth consultancy, Mar...
Alex Bomberg: Founder of International Intelligence Limited
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex Bomberg is the Founder of International Intelligence Limited, the security and intelligence company. Alex joins Elliot to talk about how hi...
Amanda Thomson: CEO and Founder of Thomson & Scott
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Thomson is the CEO and Founder of Thomson & Scott, creators of Noughty, the premium non-alcoholic wine brand. Amanda joins Elliot to t...
Scott Harrison: Founder of The Six Pack Revolution
08 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jazz Shapers is back, and to kick off the brand new season Elliot is joined by Scott Harrison, founder of the fitness programme, The Six Pack Rev...
Anthony Fletcher: Founder of Believe in Science
14 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anthony Fletcher is the founder of Believe in Science, a scientific Research and Development business on a mission to take the junk out of junk food. ...
Naz Nankali: Founder of Powertutors,
07 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Naz Nankali is the Founder of Powertutors, a UK tutoring agency. Naz joins Elliot to talk about her struggles with dyslexia (while growing...
Gush Mundae: Founder of Bulletproof
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gush Mundae is the founder of Bulletproof, a brand design agency with eight studios across the globe. Gush chats to Elliot about the racism he e...
Lemon Fuller: CEO and Founder of Lemonade Dolls
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lemon Fuller is the CEO and Founder of Lemonade Dolls, the UK lingerie brand. Lemon talks to Elliot about her switch from a life of singing and dancin...
Helen Tupper: Co-founder and CEO of Amazing If
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Tupper is the co-founder and CEO of Amazing If, a company on a mission to make careers better for everyone. Helen joins Elliot to...
Carol Shanahan: Co-founder of Synectics Solutions
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Carol Shanahan OBE is the co-founder of Synectics Solutions, the software company countering fraud and financial crime, and co-owner an...
Jeff Kofman: Founder of Trint and war correspondent
02 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Kofman is an Emmy-winning reporter, war correspondent and Founder of Trint, the automated speech-to-text technology. Jeff joins Elliot to talk ab...
Matthew Jones: Founder of Bread Ahead
26 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Matthew Jones is the Founder of Bread Ahead, the artisan bakery and baking school. Matthew joins Elliot to chat about his life and work, fro...
Mary Bonsor: Founder and CEO of Flex Legal
19 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Bonsor is the founder and CEO of Flex Legal, a platform connecting law firms and in-house legal teams with lawyers and paralegals on demand...
Tony Pepper & Neil Larkins: Co-founders of Egress
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Pepper and Neil Larkins are the co-founders of Egress, the British data security company. They chat with Elliot about how their friends...
Max Dubiel: Co-founder of Black Sheep Coffee
05 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Max Dubiel is co-founder of coffee business Black Sheep Coffee, and co-founder of Redemption Roasters, the coffee brand and prison roastery aiming&nb...
Molly Johnson-Jones: CEO & Co-founder of Flexa
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Molly Johnson-Jones is the CEO and co-founder of Flexa, a platform connecting job-seekers with companies offering flexible working environments.Molly ...
Floyd Woodrow: ex-SAS soldier, founder of Quantum Group & creator of coaching programme Compass for Life.
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Floyd Woodrow MBE/DCM is an ex-SAS soldier, founder of Quantum Group (a fintech and security investment incubator) and creator of coaching ...
Rachel Watkyn: Founder of Tiny Box Company
14 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Watkyn OBE is the Founder of Tiny Box Company, creating sustainable, ethically-sourced gift packaging. Rachel joins Elliot to share her tales o...
Giles Fuchs: Founder and Chairman of Office Space in Town
07 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Giles Fuchs is the Founder and Chairman of Office Space in Town, the flexible workplace provider, and founder of ‘No or Low alcohol’ brand, ...
Emily Bendell: Founder and CEO of Bluebella
31 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jazz Shapers is back! To kick off the new season Elliot welcomes back Emily Bendell, founder and CEO of lingerie brand Bluebella. Emily was...
Rossella and Huw Beaugié: Co-founders of The Thinking Traveller
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rossella and Huw Beaugié are the co-founders of The Thinking Traveller, a travel brand specialising in high-end exclusive villas and experiences...
Caroline Casey: Founder of the Valuable 500
08 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline Casey is the Founder of the Valuable 500, a global organisation of 500 Partners and Companies, and their CEO's, working together to end disab...
Andrew Radcliffe: Co-Founder and CEO UK of Spyrosoft
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Radcliffe is the Co-Founder and CEO UK of Spyrosoft, the global technology services company. Andrew joins Elliot to chat about creativity and t...
Farah Kabir: Co-founder of Hanx
25 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Farah Kabir is the co-founder of Hanx, the female-focused, sexual wellness brand. Farah shares with Elliot the moment of embarrassment that led her to...
Marielle Wyse: Founder and Creative Director of Wyse London
18 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marielle Wyse is the Founder and Creative Director of Wyse London, the womenswear brand. Marielle joins Elliot to chat about starting a business ...
Charlie Jardine: Founder and CEO of EO Charging
11 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Charlie Jardine is the Founder and CEO of EO Charging, an electric vehicle charging company. Charlie joins Elliot to chat about overcoming scepticism ...
Lauren Scott-Harris: Founder of communications company Scott Ideas (now The Re-Agency)
04 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Scott-Harris is the Founder of communications company Scott Ideas (now The Re-Agency) and the Co-Founder of EARNT, an initiative rewarding...
John Wood: Founder of Room to Read & U-Go
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
John Wood is the Founder of 2 nonprofit organisations: Room to Read (supporting children’s literacy) and U-Go (helping women in low-income...
Will Guidara: Restaurateur
20 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Will Guidara is a restaurateur, former co-owner of Eleven Madison Park, (which rose to number 1 on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants List) and author ...
Cameron Leslie: Co-founder of fabric
13 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cameron Leslie is the co-founder of fabric the iconic London nightclub and record label. With the club now 25 years old, Cameron joins Elliot to ...
Amy Taylor: Co-Founder and Director of Tap Social
06 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Amy Taylor is the Co-Founder and Director of Tap Social, a craft brewery & social enterprise, employing and supporting people in prison and prison...
Chip Conley: Founder of boutique hotel operator Joie de Vivre
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Chip Conley is the founder of Joie de Vivre, the US boutique hotel operator, and co-founder of Modern Elder Academy, the midlife wisdom school. Chip j...
Josh White: Co-founder and Global Brand Director of Cano Water
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh White is the co-founder and Global Brand Director of the water brand, Cano Water - a fully recyclable alternative to single-use plastic...
Melissa Odabash: Founder & Creative Director of luxury swimwear brand, Melissa Odabash
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Odabash MBE is the Founder & Creative Director of the eponymous luxury swimwear brand, Melissa Odabash. She shares with Elliot the stories...
Richard Hilton: Co-Founder and CEO of Fairgame
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Elliot welcomes back a past business shaper - Richard Hilton - who first joined him in 2013. Richard is the Founder of Gymbox, the fitness brand...
Sean Dixon: Co-founder and MD of Richard James
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sean Dixon is the co-founder and Managing Director of Richard James, the Savile Row tailors. Sean joins Elliot to chat celebrities and burglaries, and...
Andrei Papancea: Co-Founder and CEO of AI platform NLX
25 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrei Papancea is the Co-Founder and CEO of AI platform NLX. Andrei joins Elliot to share his journey from running his own business in Romania ...
James Brown: Founder of Loaded magazine
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jazz Shapers is back! To kick off the new season, Elliot is joined by James Brown, journalist, Founder of Loaded (the men's lifestyle maga...
Luke Boase: Founder of Lucky Saint
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Elliot for the last Jazz Shapers of 2023 is Luke Boase, Founder of Lucky Saint, the alcohol-free beer brand. Luke tells his story of how, agai...
Connie Nam: Founder of Astrid & Miyu
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Connie Nam is the Founder of Astrid & Miyu, the contemporary jewellery brand. Connie joins Elliot to talk about disrupting the stale jewellery mar...
Rupert Younger: Co-founder of The Finsbury Group
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Rupert Younger is the co-founder of PR firm The Finsbury Group and founder of the Oxford University Centre for Corporate Reputation. Rupert joins...
Chris Parnell: Co-founder and CCO of Kairos Group
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Parnell is the co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of Kairos Group, the global gaming media group, connecting businesses to gamers. Chris jo...
Deirdre O’ Neill: Co-Founder of Hertility
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Deirdre O’ Neill is the Co-Founder of Hertility, the at-home hormone and fertility test, and clinical service provider. Deirdre joins Elliot to chat...
Gori Yahaya: CEO & Founder of UpSkill Digital
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Gori Yahaya is the CEO & Founder of UpSkill Digital, a company providing inclusive, equitable learning programs to empower people in the digital a...
Paul Mankoo: Founder of UNIFIED
05 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Serial entrepreneur Paul Mankoo is the founder of UNIFIED, an eDiscovery business, and an investor in early stage technology. Paul join...
Maxine Laceby: Co-founder of Absolute Collagen
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Maxine Laceby co-founder of Absolute Collagen, the liquid collagen supplement. Maxine joins Elliot to chat about how a bone broth discovery led her an...
Dan Garrett: Co-Founder and CEO of Farewill
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Garrett is the Co-Founder and CEO of Farewill, the wills, probate and funerals company on a mission to change the way the world deals wi...
Shosh Kazab: Co-founder & CEO of Kidswear Collective
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shosh Kazab is Co-founder and CEO of Kidswear Collective, the luxury resale platform for baby and kids fashion. Shosh talks to Elliot about turning he...
Melissa Snover: CEO & Founder of Remedy Health
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Snover is CEO and Founder of Remedy Health, home of the brand Nourished - creators of 3D-printed, personalised gummy vitamins. Meli...
Ayman Rahman: Founder and CEO of energy tech trading firm Dare
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ayman Rahman joins Elliot to talk about what really drew him to the high stakes pressures of the trading floor, and the role that risk, fail...
Tess Cosad: Co-founder & CEO of Béa Fertility
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tess Cosad is the co-founder and CEO of Béa Fertility, a startup providing at-home, affordable, clinical-grade fertility treatment. Tess joins Ellio...
James Abrahart: Serial entrepreneur
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Abrahart is the Founder of office solutions companies Interfax Systems and Altodigital and sports management company, Global Image Sports. Jame...
Harry Hyman: Founder and CEO of Primary Health Properties
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elliot speaks to Harry Hyman, Founder and CEO of Primary Health Properties, a UK Real Estate Investment Trust and leading investor in modern primary h...
Mental Health Clinic Founder and CEO of The Soke Maryam Meddin
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elliot speaks to Maryam Meddin - the Founder and CEO of The Soke, a mental health and wellness clinic with a modern, service-led approach. Maryam join...
The Big Issue Co-Founder Lord John Bird MBE
03 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lord John Bird MBE - An ‘encore edition’ of Jazz Shapers: another chance to sit down with the co-founder of The Big Issue, Lord Bird talks about h...
AI-Powered Learning Century Tech Founder and CEO Priya Lakhani OBE
27 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Priya Lakhani OBE is the Founder and CEO of Century, the award-winning company developing AI-powered learning tools. Find out all about Priya’s stru...
Coffee Republic Co-Founder and Skinny Candy Founder Sahar Hashemi OBE
20 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sahar Hashemi OBE is the Co-Founder of Coffee Republic, the UK’s first US-style coffee-bar chain, the Founder of Skinny Candy, the low-fat confecti...