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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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