Episodes 28
Avg. Duration 51m
Activity Sporadic
Since Oct 2024
Latest Episode Jan 2026

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About This Podcast

Ever wondered what it really takes to grow a small or medium-sized business? In each episode, we dive deep into the stories, strategies, and secrets of innovative leaders in the SME world. From overcoming challenges to celebrating wins, this is your inside look into what drives success in today’s fast-paced business landscape.


🔑 Key insights

🌟 Real stories from real business owners

⚡ Actionable advice for entrepreneurs & leaders

💡 Fresh perspectives on industry trends


Hosted by Adam Kene, the CEO of Kene Partners and Co-Founder of OPUS.


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Recent Episodes

AI as a Teammate: Becoming an “Agent Boss” with Rahan Arif

Jan 29, 2026 54m

Behind the SME with Rahan Arif, Co-founder of BossUpAI is moving from tool to teammate, and that changes what leadership looks like inside an SME.In this episode of Behind the SME, Adam Kene speaks…

From Founder to CEO: Building, Letting Go and Leading in the Age of AI with Evgeny Shadchnev

Jan 15, 2026 1h 2m

Behind the SME with Evgeny Shadchnev, Founder of Makers, CEO coach and author specialising in leadership transitions.In this episode of Behind the SME, host Adam Kene sits down with Evgeny Shadchnev,…

A Million Tabs Open: Inside the ADHD Mind with Leanne Maskell

Nov 20, 2025 1h 3m

Behind the SME with Leanne Maskell, 5x best-selling author, coach and Director at ADHD Works.In this episode of Behind the SME, host Adam Kene speaks with Leanne Maskell - author, coach, and Director…

Community First: Solving Public Safety Through AI and Data with Michael Houghton

Nov 06, 2025 57m

Behind the SME with Michael, Co-Founder of Community Wolf.What if public safety could be crowdsourced and improved with the power of AI?In this episode of Behind the SME, host Adam Kene speaks with…

Stop Reacting, Start Anticipating: The Power of Foresight with Athena Peppes

Oct 23, 2025 52m

Behind the SME with Athena Peppes, Futurist and Economist, Advisor at BossUp.AI and Director of Futures at Beacon Thought Leadership What if you could see disruption coming and turn it into…

How Curiosity (Not Control) Drives Real Growth — with Mike Jones

Oct 09, 2025 56m

Behind the SME with Mike Jones, CTO of LoveHolidaysFrom turning a £5 million turnaround story into a £2.2 billion exit to steering a travel brand through the chaos of COVID, Mike Jones has built a…

Lessons in Leadership from Nicole Spencer: Curiosity, Courage & Culture

Sep 25, 2025 46m

Behind the SME with Nicole Spencer, MD of RMC & Board Member at FESPA UKFrom navigating self-doubt at breakfast in a room full of technical jargon, to earning respect and building trust as a new…

Safety, Sleep and Showing Up: Rethinking Leadership for Human Performance

Sep 11, 2025 53m

Behind the SME with Steve Peralta, Co-Founder of Unmind, cultural advisor, and leadership coach.From redefining psychological safety as a strategic advantage, to exposing why leader well-being is the…

Mindset, Machines and Momentum: An Experts Formula for Scaling SMEs

Jul 31, 2025 49m

Behind the SME with Steve Morris, Senior Leader at the Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC).From helping startups transform Tupperware-box prototypes into world-ready products, to guiding 800+ SMEs…

Balancing Act: Growing a Business While Growing a Career with Erika Robinson

Jul 17, 2025 32m

Behind the SME with Erika Robinson, UK General Manager at Constant Contact and Founder of PICNIC.From building a thriving soft play business while raising two small children, to leading the UK arm of…

Finding Your Voice: From Door-to-Door Sales to TEDx and the Power of Public Speaking with Alex Merry

Jul 03, 2025 1h

Behind the SME with Alex Merry, Founder of TEDxClapham and Public Speaking Coach at MicDropFrom knocking on doors as a sales rep to helping leaders own global stages, Alex Merry’s journey is rooted…

From Burnout to Breakthrough — Building Brands That Matter with Lyndsay Mason

Jun 19, 2025 49m

Behind the SME with Lyndsay Mason, Founder and CEO of For The Creators.From climbing the corporate ladder to launching two purpose-led businesses, Lyndsay Mason’s journey is one of resilience,…

Why Most Products Flop — And How to Build One That Doesn’t

Jun 02, 2025 47m

Behind the SME with Tom Parsons, Founder of Aetha Design.From Dyson engineer to launching his own design studio, Tom Parsons has always believed great products come from asking the right questions.In…

Human-First Strategy: Tom Kennard, CEO of Pragma Holis

May 15, 2025 56m

Behind the SME with Tom Kennard, CEO of Pragma Holis.What happens when a consultancy puts people before process — and still delivers world-class outcomes?In this episode of Behind the SME, we sit…

Rethinking Entrepreneurship: George Hosegood, Founder & Director at Trailpoint

May 01, 2025 45m

Behind the SME with George Hosegood, Founder & Director at Trailpoint.What does it really take to build a successful business – and what happens when you do things differently from the start?In…

Mastering Sales Strategy: Stuart Lotherington, Managing Director at SBR Consulting

Apr 17, 2025 50m

Behind the SME with Stuart Lotherington, Managing Director at SBR Consulting.What makes a high-performing sales team – and how can SMEs build one?In this episode of Behind the SME, we sit down with…

Marketing and Management: Will Newland Founder & Managing Director at SoBold

Apr 03, 2025 31m

Behind the SME with Will Newland, founder and MD of SoBold.What happens when you skip the corporate ladder and go straight into starting your own company?In this episode of Behind the SME, we sit…

Building a Legacy: Tim Gray’s Journey with Dairi-Pak

Mar 20, 2025 47m

Behind the SME with Tim Gray, Owner & Managing Director of Dairi-Pak.What does it take to build a business that stands the test of time? In this episode of Behind the SME, we sit down with Tim…

Building a Beauty Brand: Arabella Dupont’s Leap from Publishing to Entrepreneurship

Mar 06, 2025 47m

Behind the SME with Arabella Dupont, Co-Founder & Director of The Bridal Beauty Co.How do you turn years of industry expertise into a thriving business? In this episode of Behind the SME, we sit…

From Big Banks to SMEs: Former Banking Exec, Jonathan Beebe, on Investment, Leadership & Growth

Feb 21, 2025 47m

Behind the SME with Former Banking Exec, Jonathan BeebeWhat happens when a senior banking leader transitions from global finance to advising SMEs? In this episode of Behind the SME, we sit down with…

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