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Think you’ve got what it takes to build a record-breaking startup from scratch? Alexander Wulff did – turning $16M in funding into Denmark’s fastest-growing finance platform! 🚀 Alex shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his early days convincing his university to let him and his friends build a business with a patent for cement, to the founding of Scaleup Finance and its rapid growth trajectory. Here’s what you can expect: 🔥 From Patent to Powerhouse: Alex’s entrepreneurial journey started with a university patent-turned-startup—an inspiring leap that launched his career. 💸 Record $16M in Funding: ScaleUp Finance didn’t just fundraise; they made history with Denmark’s largest pre-seed and seed rounds. 📈 Explosive Growth – 6 to 70 in 3 Years: Get the behind-the-scenes story on ScaleUp’s rapid expansion and how they scaled fast in a fierce market. 💡 LinkedIn Success Story: ScaleUp Finance’s rise to the top even became a LinkedIn case study in startup scaling and engagement. Don’t miss Alex’s insights on scaling, funding, and the grit behind rapid growth. Tag someone who needs to see this. -------- Be sure to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple for exclusive content from Chin-wag® Links in comments ⤵️

When the average markup in the fashion industry is 4.7x - paired with unsustainable practices and 💩 quality - it’s hard to celebrate being a consumer sometimes. That’s where Batch LDN comes in. It transforms the way we shop by benefiting both your wallet and the environment, all without compromising on quality. Co-founder Sam Matanle 🌍 is on a mission to disrupt the unsustainable cycle of inefficiency that has plagued the fashion industry for far too long. To learn more about sustainability, fashion and building a brand, tune in to the full episode now 🎙️ ____________ Spotify: https://buff.ly/499Kk5w YouTube: https://buff.ly/4fWesTW

This week, we’re joined by Sam Holmes, co-founder of Prime Time, the award-winning, lower-calorie, lower-carb beer that’s taking the UK by storm. Sam shares the story of turning a bold idea into a thriving brand. So, what’s on tap in this episode: 🍻 From PJs to Brewing: Hear how Sam’s journey from private jet brokerage led him to co-found a beer-but-better brand with a mission to make beer with fewer calories and carbs. 📺 A Made in Chelsea Launch: Discover how Sam and co-founder Harvey Armstrong utilised their appearances on Channel 4’s Made in Chelsea to debut Prime Time Lager to a national audience. 💰 Overfunded Crowdfunding Success: Learn how their recent crowdfunding campaign surpassed expectations and fueled their growth. 🛒 Breaking into Waitrose: Get the inside scoop on their launch into over 80% of all Waitrose stores across the UK; a MAJOR milestone for the brand. 🔍 Entrepreneurship and Commerce: Sam dives into the highs and lows of building a business, navigating IP challenges, and balancing creativity with commerce. Whether you’re a beer lover, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about the world of brewing and branding, this episode is full of insights and inspiration. Don’t miss it—tune in now! 🎧 Links in comments ⤵️ -------- Be sure to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple for exclusive content from Chin-wag®

Although you can't always explain it, gut feeling is EVERYTHING 🫃 Alexander Wulff trusted his gut while still at university, chasing his entrepreneurial calling. The result? The success and experience that paved the way for him to co-found Scaleup Finance! Head 🧠 Heart 🫀 Gut 🫄 - which one do you trust the most? Hear the rest of Alex's incredible entrepreneurial journey in our S2 record-breaking breaking episode NOW! Link in comments below ⤵️

Very few Chief Executives face direct feedback from 15,000 people weekly on whether they like or dislike a business decision - but David Ellis did. David shares his experiences of responding to Harlequins fans’ reactions, including the challenges of making seating changes at the club. His passion for sport, its fans, and its athletes has always been his North Star, and it is now guiding him as he uses sport for impact through Maikai Group. Don’t miss this week’s episode of Chin-wag®, where David offers unique insights into the intersection of sport and business. Available now on all major podcast platforms! Link in comments below ⤵️

Who else loves it when a celebrity partnership makes sense, and actually works?! Sam Matanle 🌍 shares an incredible story about how comedian Romesh Ranganathan came to Batch LDN for a fitting, walked away with four suits, and wore them throughout his 60-show tour. Romesh didn’t just stop there - he was so impressed with the suits and what the team at Batch were building that he became an investor! This is a fantastic example of a genuine success story in leveraging celebrity partnerships to amplify a brand. Who else can think of a great recent example like this? ____________ Tune in now for the story behind Batch LDN and the future of modern suits! 🎧 Spotify: https://buff.ly/499Kk5w YouTube: https://buff.ly/4fWesTW

"The number one key to success is people." - Alexander Wulff The CEO and Co-founder of Scaleup Finance shares how, until recently, he personally sat through 20 job interviews a week to find the right talent for his growing team. Despite juggling 100 tasks at any given moment, Alex firmly believes that success in business comes down to one thing: having the right people. Only with the right team can you achieve the outcomes you’re striving for. People over product—who else agrees? -------- Be sure to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple for exclusive content from Chin-wag® Links in comments ⤵️

Would you rather run a business like a sports team or run a sports team like a business? Former Harlequins Chief Executive David Ellis can do both! This week, we’re joined by David, founder of Maikai Group, a groundbreaking initiative helping athletes transition to careers beyond sport. From injuries to retirement, David’s mission is to ensure no athlete’s potential goes to waste. So here's why you need to listen: 🏉 Sports:  Get an inside look at what it’s really like to run not just a sports team, but one of the biggest rugby clubs in the world. We delve into the highs and lows of David's time at Harlequins—from winning the title in his first season to his departure seven years later, and everything in between. Learn about the unseen challenges players face off the pitch and how David balanced performance with player well-being, and how that influenced Maikai. 🌟 Entrepreneurship: Discover how David leveraged the apprenticeship levy to create a platform that empowers athletes while driving business innovation. Get inspired by his ability to spot opportunities in policies others might overlook. 💼 Leadership: Explore the leadership lessons David gained from running a rugby club, including how to build a high-performing team, foster a winning culture, and make tough decisions under pressure. These principles translate into any business setting. 🏆 For Change: Hear how David combines business success with a deep commitment to social impact, redefining how organizations can use their resources to make a difference. His work with Maikai Group is an inspiring blueprint for purpose-driven leadership. Whether you’re passionate about sports, entrepreneurship, or leadership with purpose, this episode is packed with insights and stories you won’t want to miss. Tag someone who needs to see this. YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eApp6Aah Spotify: https://buff.ly/4fxZELD -------- Be sure to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple for exclusive content from Chin-wag®

How do you top a record-breaking pre-seed round of £8M? Do it again, obviously💰 Alexander Wulff shares how he and his co-founders at Scaleup Finance weren’t ready to stop after their groundbreaking pre-seed success in Denmark. Watch the full episode to hear how Alex led a staggering $16M raise, taking Scaleup Finance to the next level and solidifying its position as a market leader. -------- Be sure to subscribe on YouTube, Spotify and Apple for exclusive content from Chin-wag® Links in comments ⤵️

🤯 Wow, we just hit 10,000 views on a single podcast episode on YouTube! 🤯 Our Season Two episode with Alexander Wulff, released just last week, has racked up over 2,000 hours of watch time with 10K views on YouTube 📈 It’s easily our best-performing episode yet, and one of the key reasons is COMMUNITY - not just ours, but Alex's and Scaleup Finance's. The engagement on our LinkedIn posts has been the highest ever for a single guest, and it’s incredible to see the genuine support they receive from their networks. It also helps that Alex is a boss and ScaleUp is a dope company 😎 The Chin-wag® Business Podcast didn’t even exist at the start of 2024, and now we’re almost fully booked for Season Three, which hasn’t even started filming yet! A huge shoutout to my co-founder Laurence Ratten and our producer Chris Baxter, who has elevated our production quality to new heights this season. Thank you to our community too - no follow, subscribe, like or view goes unnoticed! If you haven’t seen the episode yet, the link is in the comments - be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next 👀