Nz Business Podcast - Paul Spain

She calls herself Chief Bubble Blower, but PledgeMe's young CEO now runs a very serious business indeed. She talks about how it all started in Dunedin and how PledgeMe now funds companies as well as arts and charity projects. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Johanna Bennett, Anna Guenther Running time: 0:43:57

Paul Spain speaks with gastronomy entrepreneur Gianpaolo 'Giapo' Grazioli. He talks of his challenging journey and the results of his determination that have produced the unique and impressive treats that are garnering Giapo international attention. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Giapo Grazioli Running time: 0:54:21

Californian Francesca Alexander ran a successful business in Hollywood and San Francisco teaching start-up companies how to use social media. Now’s she moved it to New Zealand. She shares tips and suggest showing your vulnerable human side online is good. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Johanna Bennett, Francesca Alexander Running time: 0:46:54

Malcolm Rands talks about his journey establishing an eco-village, establishing global business Ecostore and his not-for-profit and entity, the Fairground Foundation. Plus insights into funding, ownership, competition and doing a TedX Talk. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Malcolm Rands Running time: 0:31:30

In this episode Paul Spain visits Singapore and talks with Callum Laing – a Kiwi entrepreneur who has spent most of life in the United Kingdom and Asia. Callum shares merger and acquisition stories and what he believes owners of small-medium businesses should be doing to ensure they build not just one – but multiple saleable businesses. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Callum Laing Running time: 0:34:39

In this episode Murray Thom shares his business stories - from leaving school at 15, to becoming head of a record label by 23 and starting his own businesses including marketing Personalised Plates in New Zealand and compiling music projects that attracted the Oprah Winfrey's stamp of approval. Murray Thom also details his most recent endeavours of launching The Great New Zealand Songbook and The Great New Zealand Cookbook. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Murray Thom Running time: 0:22:26

Andy Hamilton (CEO, The Icehouse) shares insights and vision for New Zealand business. Hear from a leader who over the last 13 years has helped many owners and managers to grow their businesses capabilities and improve results. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Andy Hamilton Running time: 0:40:47

In this episode, Paul Spain chats with Guy Whateley, owner of Velocity Creative. We hear Guy's thoughts on what a brand is, what's likeable about his favourite brands, how brands reinvent themselves and the key when establishing a new brand. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Guy Whateley Running time: 0:34:09

Be inspired by the fresh ideas from some of New Zealand’s most creative new start-ups as Paul Spain hears from finalists of the BNZ Startup Alley contest. We conclude with a wrap up from one of the judges of the event – Lance Wiggs. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Lance Wiggs, Boardingware, Hoist, HVNGRY, InfluxHq.com, Planet Goodness, Parent Interviews, SpeedCurve, Skowt, WatchMyGear Running time: 0:25:12

Paul Spain talks with Bruce Conlon about his experiences working outside of New Zealand. We investigate the lessons he learnt in London managing teams for companies such Virgin Atlantic, BBC magazines, Digitas LBi, Lloyd's Banking Group, and Royal Mail. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Bruce Conlon Running time: 0:34:21

Paul Spain joins Stephen Lynch in San Francisco to hear experiences in business and discuss Results.com, a Kiwi company that has expanded internationally and pivoted from a business coaching service to a provider of online business execution tools. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Stephen Lynch Running time: 0:39:35

Sir Stephen Tindall joins Paul Spain to discuss The Warehouse Group including how it plans to compete in an online world. They also discuss the Tindall Foundation, the K1W1 investment fund, KEA (the Kiwi Expat Association), Kiwi Landing Pad and more. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Sir Stephen Tindall Running time: 0:42:01

Paul Spain visits The Epic innovation centre in Christchurch to hear from Shaun Ryan, founder of newly listed company, SLI Systems. They discuss the ideas behind SLI, along with stories of funding, company culture, staff retention and listing on the NZX. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Shaun Ryan Running time: 0:34:30

Catherine Robinson of Kiwi Landing Pad (San Francisco) shares valuable business and entrepreneurial insights with NZ Business Podcast host Paul Spain. Catherine confirms some of the businesses (such as Xero, Vend, Mako and Booktrack) who have utilised the Kiwi Landing Pad as part of establishing themselves in the United States. She goes on to highlight why New Zealanders should avoid thinking they're in a 'David vs Goliath' battle when they compete in the international marketplace. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Catherine Robinson Running time: 0:24:23

A fascinating discussion where host Paul Spain talks with Lance Wiggs – entrepreneur, investor, advisor behind TradeMe’s $750-million sale to Fairfax in 2006, and now co-founder of the Punakaiki Fund which will invest in growth stage New Zealand businesses. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Lance Wiggs Running time: 0:41:57

A revealing discussion where Rod Drury shares numerous insights into his success and that of Xero, the online accounting firm he founded and continues to lead. Rod also highlights he's still young at heart - 'I still think of myself as an 18 year old skateboarder, not a CEO'. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Nate Dunn, Rod Drury Running time: 0:28:56

The NZ Business Podcast puts you in the room for a leadership panel discussion featuring Hamish Cater, Chris Quin, Raymond Dobbe, Sachie Nomura and Todd Scott. The event was run by the Sir Peter Blake Trust with the support of the Icehouse and Telecom NZ. Please connect and send feedback via Twitter @NZ_Business, Facebook.com/NZBusinessPodcast and the official website http://NZBusinessPodcast.com Host and Guests: Paul Spain, Hamish Cater, Chris Quin, Raymond Dobbe, Sachie Nomura and Todd Scott Running time: 0:55:31