Love the Idea: Founders Podcast

Welcome back everyone. We had the amazing pleasure of hosting Tessa Clarke, the co-founder and CEO of @Olio_ex, the community sharing app helping to reduce waste by giving people an easy way to locally share household items — from food to furniture. Gift, lend or share instead of throwing away. Tessa Clarke is a TED Speaker, Activist, CEO, Entrepreneur, and Parent. The United Nations has highlighted OLIO as a "beacon” for the world, and Vivatech awarding OLIO "Next European Unicorn". OLIO has also facilitated over 40 million neighbour pickups , shared over 180+ million items and saved over 600+ million car miles.

Welcome everyone! We had the amazing pleasure of hosting Jamie Crummie. Jamie trained as a lawyer before pursuing his mission of fighting food waste. He is the co-founder of @TooGoodToGo , the market-leading app with over 90 million registered users, rescuing over 330+ million meals of food collectively. Jamie was named as an Obama Leader in 2023, Sustainability Entrepreneur of the Year at the GB Entrepreneur Awards 2022, a Trailblazing Activist in Forbes’ the 50 Next class of 2021, One Young World’s Entrepreneur of the Year in August 2020, and one of Forbes 30 Under 30 in Europe in February 2019.

Hello and welcome everyone, today we're diving deep into the world of startups and how to pivot effectively when your business isn't quite hitting the mark. We explore five tips for effectively pivoting a business. Let's walk through those tips!

Welcome to Love the Idea! Taking you behind the scenes of innovative app creators and their inspirational journeys. I'm your host, Daniel Adedeji - Podcast Manager at Love the Idea.In each episode, we dive into engaging conversations with founders who have turned their app dreams into reality. Discover the stories of visionary entrepreneurs, their trials, triumphs, and the lessons learned along the way. Whether you're an aspiring app creator, tech enthusiast, or just love a good success story, our podcast is your source of inspiration.Stay tuned for ongoing inspiration!

Welcome back, listeners. Today, we're tackling a topic that's on the minds of many small business owners: "AI on a Budget. Is it possible?" Before businesses dive into the world of AI, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Firstly, let's talk about data readiness. How about choosing the right AI tools for your business. Fortunately, there are plenty of budget-friendly options available.

So, let's paint the picture. You've got this killer idea, right? It feels like a game-changer, a real game-winner. There’s a clear gap in the market but hold your horses, because as we all know, success isn't guaranteed. So where do I go from here?

You’re the Founder of a start-up, and one of the first assumptions you’ll probably make is you must hire a Chief Technical Officer (CTO) before you invest in scaling your tech team. They will be one of your first major technical hires and recruitment is often a joy, as you’re able to offer a bite of equity and a hope-filled promise, rather than a high salary. It’s tempting right? They’re going to lift a burden from you- phew! You can leave the technical strategy and know-how to someone else. After all, you are the ‘ideas person’.  But, most people hire a CTO too soon. Are you in that camp? Let’s find out.

Welcome to Love the Idea's podcast, where innovation meets impact. In this episode, our Podcast Manager, Danny Adedeji, sits down with Ben Gerhold, the visionary founder of Earth Hero, as they delve into his inspiring journey from being an app builder to gaining recognition on the coveted App Store. Join us as Ben shares the story behind Earth Hero and its mission to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time: climate change. As he passionately declares, "There is still time to fix climate change," you'll discover the driving force behind Earth Hero's commitment to making a positive impact on our planet. Danny and Ben explore the challenges and triumphs of developing an app with a purpose. From navigating the intricacies of app development to the exhilarating moment of being featured on the App Store, Ben provides valuable insights for aspiring app builders and entrepreneurs. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how technology can be a powerful force for good. Whether you're an app enthusiast, a climate advocate, or simply someone looking to be inspired, this episode promises to leave you with a renewed sense of possibility and the belief that, indeed, there is still time to make a difference. Stay tuned for more engaging conversations with innovators and change-makers who, like Ben, are shaping a future where ideas not only come to life but also contribute to a better world. This is Love the Idea's podcast, where ideas ignite and impact transforms.