The Business Case - with Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark

Conversations with inspiring business leaders in the UK. Presented by Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark, two experienced financial markets professionals who have spent decades investing in UK companies. In each episode, we interview a founder or CEO of a UK business that has excelled in their role. We discuss the high's and low's, the lessons learned and stories behind the leader.

The Business Case - with Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark is a business podcast hosted by In partnership with Engage Investor, with 31 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 81.

In partnership with Engage Investor hosts The Business Case - with Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark, a business show with 31 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  Season 2, Episode 10 – Interview with Richard Pindar, CEO, & Paul Pindar, Chair, Literacy Capital

  Sep 23, 20261h 12mS2

  Join hosts Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark for an engaging conversation with Richard Pindar, Chief Executive Officer, and Paul Pindar, Chair of Literacy Capital plc. In Season 2 Episode 10 of The Business Case , Richard and Paul discuss the story behind Literacy Capital, which they co-founded in 2017, and its approach to investing in and supporting growing UK private businesses over the long term. They share insights into Literacy’s distinctive investment model, working closely with management teams to help businesses grow and create additional value, while maintaining a disciplined approach to selecting new investments and managing the existing portfolio. The conversation explores private equity, capital allocation, portfolio management, value creation and the opportunities and challenges facing smaller UK businesses. Richard and Paul also reflect on their respective leadership roles, the evolution of Literacy Capital from its origins with £54 million of capital to a listed investment trust, and the company’s long-term approach to building successful businesses while supporting its unique charitable objective of improving literacy among children in the UK. Please text us with any comments. Support the show

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  Episode #9

  S2 - Episode 9: The Business Case: Interview with Benjamin Faes, CEO of RWS Holdings plc

  Aug 12, 202656 minS2

  Join hosts Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark for an engaging conversation with Benjamin Faes, Chief Executive Officer of RWS Holdings plc. In Season 2 Episode 9 of The Business Case, Benjamin discusses his journey into leadership at RWS and the Group’s transformation as it focuses on technology, AI and profitable organic growth. He shares insights into RWS’s global technology and language services business, its proprietary technology and specialist expertise, and the opportunities created by the rapid development of artificial intelligence. The conversation explores RWS’s refreshed growth strategy, operational efficiency, innovation and the role of technology in reshaping the language and content services market. Benjamin also reflects on his extensive career across the technology and media sectors, including senior leadership roles at AOL and Google, and how his experience in digital transformation is helping RWS navigate its next phase of growth and create long-term value for customers and shareholders. Please text us with any comments. Support the show

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  Episode #8

  S2 - Episode 8: The Business Case: Interview with Marc Bishop Lafleche, CEO of Ecora Royalties PLC

  Jul 29, 202652 minS2

  <p>Join hosts Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark for an engaging conversation with Marc Bishop Lafleche, Chief Executive Officer of Ecora Royalties plc. In Season 2 Episode 8 of The Business Case, Marc discusses Ecora’s evolution into a leading critical minerals-focused royalty company, providing investors with exposure to the global mining sector through a diversified portfolio of royalties and streams. He shares insights into the company's strategic pivot towards commodities essential to electrification and the energy transition, the unique advantages of the royalty and streaming business model, and how Ecora seeks to generate long-term cash flow while supporting the development of wo...

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  Episode #7

  S2 - Episode 7: The Business Case: Interview with Helen Gordon, CEO of Grainger PLC

  Jul 16, 202654 minS2

  <p>Join hosts Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark for an engaging conversation with Helen Gordon, Chief Executive Officer of Grainger plc. In this episode, Helen discusses Grainger’s position as the UK’s largest listed residential landlord, specialising in the ownership, development and management of high-quality rental homes across the country. She shares insights into the growing build-to-rent sector, the changing needs of renters, and how Grainger is creating professionally managed communities designed for long-term living.<br/><br/>The conversation explores Grainger’s strategy for delivering sustainable growth through investment in new developments, disciplined capital allocation, and operational excellence. Helen also r...

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  Episode #7

  S2 - Episode 7: The Business Case: Interview with Helen Gordon, CEO of Grainger PLC

  Jul 16, 202654 minS2

  Join hosts Mark Wharrier and Phil Clark for an engaging conversation with Helen Gordon, Chief Executive Officer of Grainger plc. In this episode, Helen discusses Grainger’s position as the UK’s largest listed residential landlord, specialising in the ownership, development and management of high-quality rental homes across the country. She shares insights into the growing build-to-rent sector, the changing needs of renters, and how Grainger is creating professionally managed communities designed for long-term living. The conversation explores Grainger’s strategy for delivering sustainable growth through investment in new developments, disciplined capital allocation, and operational excellence. Helen also reflects on the evolving UK housing market, the opportunities and challenges facing the residential rental sector, the importance of customer experience, and how Grainger is balancing growth, sustainability and long-term value creation for residents and shareholders alike. Please text us with any comments. Support the show

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