Welcome to this week's episode of The Founders Blueprint podcast, where James chats with Kosta Xenos, the co-founder and co-owner of the luxurious Liverpool menswear store, Andrea Kosta.

Kosta's journey is nothing short of remarkable. Eleven years ago, he left his home city of Athens with a dream. Armed with the skills he honed as a tailor in Greece, Kosta envisioned a menswear store that combined traditional craftsmanship with modern luxury. But like many entrepreneurial stories, his began not with a storefront, but in the stockrooms of Liverpool.

It was during his time at Flannels that he met his future business partner, Andreas Doukanaris. The two shared a vision—a dream to create something unique in the world of men's fashion.

They focused on the finer details, from selecting the perfect fabrics to arranging contracts with Italian suppliers, ensuring that every piece in their collection was crafted with excellence.

Today, Andrea Kosta is a thriving name in luxury menswear, and it doesn't stop there. With plans to open new stores in Manchester and Athens, Kosta and Andreas are taking their brand to new heights. Join us as Kosta shares the trials and triumphs of their journey, offering insights into the world of fashion entrepreneurship.

Listen in and remember to dream big and dress well !

In this episode James, speaks with Holly Braithwaite and Callum Webb, the dynamic duo behind Pow8r, the revolutionary online fitness app. In this episode, Holly and Callum reveal the trials and triumphs of navigating the COVID-19 pandemic while managing two thriving personal training business', each boasting six-figure turnovers. As the world went into lockdown, they took the initiative to raise funds for the NHS and provided free online training sessions to help maintain public health and wellbeing.

Despite the uncertainty, Holly and Callum remained optimistic that life would eventually return to normal. However, the question loomed: would they return to the traditional gym floor? Tune in to learn how their vision and innovation led to leaving their business' behind, to launch Pow8r's presence in over 60 countries, transforming fitness routines worldwide.

In this episode of The Founders Blueprint Podcast, host James sits down Jack Brewitt, the founder and CEO of 92 Degrees Coffee Shops. Listen in as Jack shares his inspiring story, from his humble beginnings in Liverpool with dreams of becoming a professional footballer to his unexpected detour working on a building site.

Jack's path took a transformative turn when he was recruited by Steven Bartlett's Social Chain, which led him to the innovative environment of Silicon Valley. Inspired and driven, Jack returned to his roots with a vision to create something extraordinary. With the support of investors, he launched 92 Degrees Coffee Shop in Liverpool. However, just six weeks in, Jack realised his true calling was to lead the company independently, resulting in him buying out the investors.

Today, with 20 thriving locations, 92 Degrees has become a beloved name in the coffee community. But this success story isn't without its challenges. Jack discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on his business and the uncertainty that loomed over the survival of his shops.

In this episode of The Founders Blueprint podcast, host James Quinn sits down with Elle Hughes, founder and CEO of LovElle Skin Solutions, in Liverpool.

Elle offers listeners a rare glimpse into her daily routine, which begins at the crack of dawn - 4:30 AM to be precise! Despite her busy schedule filled with running a thriving skincare clinic, maintaining an engaging social media presence and being a devoted mother, Elle's energy and passion for her work remain unwavering. She shares how she manages to treat an impressive 20-30 clients a day, of all ages with unique needs, ensuring they receive personalized and exceptional care. Elle is committed to ensuring each client who leaves her clinic following a treatment, feels supported and happy.

Tune in to this episode of The Founders Blueprint podcast and prepare to be inspired by Elle’s remarkable story and learn practical strategies for balancing life's many demands while pursuing one's passion.

In this inspiring episode of The Founders Blueprint podcast, host James Quinn, Founder and CEO of Liverpool Business College, sits down with Farren Williams, CEO of Social Solutions Group. Farren shares her riveting journey from her entrepreneurial beginnings at just 16, launching a spray tan business, to navigating the challenges of university life far from home. Discover how Farren's tenacity and dedication to proving her worth have shaped her career path and fueled her passion for supporting businesses with their marketing strategies. Tune in to hear how this devoted Mum of two never gave up, ultimately finding her niche in empowering businesses—big or small—with their marketing needs. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to draw inspiration from a true testament of perseverance and passion.

In this captivating episode, Farren Williams, owner of Social Solutions Group, sits down with James Quinn, the visionary Founder and CEO of Liverpool Business College. Join us as James shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings packing crumpets, to achieving the sale of his previous business, for just under £1 million. Discover the driving force behind his passion for coaching and educating the youth of Liverpool, and how he transformed his vision into creating what will be a thriving educational institution. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, or simply love a good success story, this episode is packed with valuable insights and motivational anecdotes. Tune in to hear firsthand, how James Quinn is making a monumental impact in his vision for educating young people, in the business skills they need to enter the real world.

Welcome and thankyou for listening to The Founders Blueprint Podcast, brought to you by Liverpool Business College!