'James Reed: all about business' puts you at the heart of fun, dynamic, candid conversation with business leaders, philanthropists and charitable celebrities as they use their journeys to give clear, actionable advice. Hosted by James Reed CBE, the Chairman and CEO of Reed Group, you’ll hear the highs and lows of what it means to be a true business leader to empower you to implement smarter, more meaningful strategy in your business or career.
What this show covers
leadershipentrepreneurshipbusiness growthstartupspricing strategyhiringscalingbrand buildingprivate equityfounder valuesC.Atherleycustomer powerfounder exitemployee ownershipluxury watches
What listeners will find here
Cath Kidston on protecting brand values when growth starts to pull them apart
Cath Kidston reflects on building a beloved brand, seeing its values erode as outside money entered the picture, and applying those lessons to C.Atherley. The episode focuses on brand values, slow growth, quality, and knowing when instinct matters more than the spreadsheet.
How Riverford’s founder cashed out without handing over the company
Founder exits, employee ownership, and customer power sit at the heart of this conversation with Riverford Organic Farmers founder Guy Singh-Watson. He explains why he sold shares to staff, what changed after the shift, and the costly lessons that shaped the business.
How Subdial turned watch pricing data into a high-value business
Luxury watch pricing is the focus here, as Ross Crane explains how Subdial brought more clarity and speed to buying and selling pre-owned watches. The conversation also digs into dead-end ideas, market downturns, and the discipline of returning unused investor money.
Rio Caraeff on fixing music’s broken economics with strategy, rights, and AI
Music’s business model, copyright friction, and AI’s role in creativity sit at the center of this conversation with Musixmatch Co-President and former Vevo CEO Rio Caraeff. He connects a 30-year career in digital music to practical lessons on scaling ventures inside messy, legacy systems.
Where the property opportunity has shifted, from downturn survival to smarter growth
The property market is the focus here, with David Powell explaining how opportunity has moved as old models become less reliable. He also shares lessons from rebuilding after the 2008 crash, adapting through COVID, and leading for long-term value in a tougher economy.
Episodes
79. What businesses should learn from museums about innovation | Elizabeth McKay
18 May 2026 · 58 min
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