Dorset Business Matters is a conversational podcast shining a light on the vibrant local business community across Dorset. Episodes feature candid chats with local business owners and entrepreneurs about the realities of running a business today, from the highs of success and innovation to the challenges of growth and sustainability. The show explores what makes Dorset a unique place to do business, celebrating the people, stories, and ideas driving the economy forward. Informal and inspiring, Dorset Business Matters offers listeners an authentic glimpse into the passion of local enterprise.
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Signup to Generate a PitchDorset Business Matters is a conversational podcast shining a light on the vibrant local business community across Dorset. Episodes feature candid chats with local business owners and entrepreneurs about the realities of running a business today, from the highs of success and innovation to the challenges of growth and sustainability.
Recent episodes include "EP-1004 - Andy Strong, Founder of Strong Search" (19 October 2026, 35 minutes), "EP-1003 - Women of a Certain Age with Sue Coombs" (28 September 2026, 26 minutes), and "EP-1002 - Vagabond Pilates" (21 September 2026, 41 minutes).
Dorset Business Matters publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 31 episodes.
Booking probability for Dorset Business Matters is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Dorset Business Matters requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Dorset Business Matters's contact route on record: verified email.
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Dorset Business Matters is a business show with 31 episodes published.
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Episode #4
Dorset Business Matters | Building a Global Business from Dorset: Leadership, Culture and the Power of Trust Can you build a successful international business from Dorset, attract world-class talent and create a...
Episode #3
In my coaching practice, I meet all sorts of business owners. Every business has a story behind it, but every now and again I meet someone whose story really strikes a chord. Sue Coombes is one of those people. Sue...
Episode #2
Thirty years in the military. A life-changing cancer diagnosis. Two successful Pilates studios. This is not your usual fitness story. In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, Simon speaks with Millie and Tim Gough...
Episode #1001
What does it really take to build an architecture practice from scratch, and can great design and sustainability genuinely go hand in hand? In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, I’m joined by Stephanie Crombie...
Episode #25
This one has a strong business story, particularly the MBO, client concentration risk, culture, AI and the lessons for anyone growing a business. Agency By Design_ Leadership, Growth, and Resilience.txtTXT What happens...
Episode #24
What do Classic FM, LBC, Concorde, local business awards and a pile of redundant CDs have in common? Nigel Reeve. In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, I sit down with Nigel, founder of Marketing South West and...
Episode #23
How do you keep a town centre alive in one of the toughest retail environments in decades? In this episode of Dorset Business Matters , Simon Ellson is joined by Jacqui Rock , Chief Executive of Poole Business...
Episode #22
From the farm to the Britain’s Got Talent stage, Ben Chick is redefining what it means to be a modern farmer. In this episode of Dorset Business Matters , Simon Ellson sits down with third generation Dorset farmer...
Episode #21
Spotify Episode Description What does it take to build a successful digital agency from a bedroom business selling cufflinks at the age of 13? In this episode of Dorset Business Matters , Simon Ellson sits down with...
Episode #20
Josh Williams didn't get the stockbroking job. He stacked shelves at Asda instead. Today, he runs Bizpedia — a premium business networking community with 165 members across 11 towns and cities, targeting the £500k to £1...
Episode #19
Caring for Dorset: The Social Care Crisis, Workforce Challenges and the AI Revolution with Anna Knight Social care touches all of our lives, yet it remains one of the least understood sectors in the UK. In this episode...
Episode #18
<p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, Simon sits down with Lorraine Barber, founder of Wincombe Payrolls in Poole.</p><p>Lorraine shares her journey from a controlled upbringing and failed RAF ambitions...
Episode #17
<p>What does a modern Chamber of Commerce really look like?</p><p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, Simon Ellson sits down with Ian Girling, CEO of Dorset Chamber, for a candid conversation about business...
Episode #16
<p>What if the advice you keep giving people is the reason nothing is changing?</p><p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, I sit down with Sam Stone, founder of Life Coaching with Sam, for her very first podcast...
Episode #15
<p>If you've been telling yourself AI is "a bit like Y2K" and will quietly blow over, this episode is the wake-up call.</p><p>I sit down with Simon Kinsey, founder of Sparkstone Technology and Agent Factory, for a...
Episode #14
<p>Most people don’t start businesses because they’re ready.</p><p>They start because something inside them says, “There’s more than this.”</p><p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, Simon sits down with Michelle...
Episode #13
<p>In the latest episode of Dorset Business Matters, I sat down with Rupert Holloway, founder of Conker Distillery — now 12+ years into the journey. </p><p><br /></p><p>This isn’t a “look how successful it’s been”...
Episode #12
<p>From Car Dealer to Independent Finance Broker: Courage, Cashflow and Building a Business the Hard Way</p><p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, I sit down with Chris, who made the leap from the motor trade...
Episode #11
<p>Marketing Without Research Is Guesswork: </p><p>Lee Hill on Why SMEs Jump Too Fast</p><p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, I’m joined by Lee Hill, founder of Runway.</p><p>Lee and his team do two things...
Episode #10
<p>From Teen IT Fixer to Trusted MSP: Building OTECH with Confidence, Character and Care</p><p>In this episode of Dorset Business Matters, I sit down with Kyle Sharland, founder and Managing Director of OTECH, a managed...
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