A Founder's Playbook

9. Ethos with Janay Marie

Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook! On the final episode of Season 1 on A Founder’s Playbook, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Janay Marie, founder of TALLAWAH. Janay has an unwavering commitment to her ethos and being authentic. Her journey exemplifies intentional leadership and cultural stewardship. TALLAWAH is committed to bridging the gap between brands and the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean, with a range of services including Cultural Events Production, DEI Consultancy and Brand &Content Partnerships. Janay is a true pioneer in the space, and we are excited to share her story with you. If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss. We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook. TALLAWAH Website → https://www.tallawah.uk/ A Founder’s Playbook Instagram → www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/ A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn → uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook A Founder’s Playbook TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook

8. Pragmatism with Jamie Oyebode

Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook! On our penultimate episode of A Founder’s Playbook, we are joined by Jamie Oyebode, co-founder of The Soulstice Collective , a movement rooted in community, creativity, and meaningful change. In this episode, Jamie shares the origin story behind Soulstice, a project he co-founded with his brother George, and the powerful "why" that continues to fuel their mission. Jamie opens up about the journey of building The Soulstice Collective - from the untimely passing of George’s friend Charlie to hosting their first festival back in 2017 in his memory. Jamie shares details about the impact him and his brother have made through supporting charities such as RNLI and Young Minds, the growth of their Soulstice Risers community, and the launch of their apparel line inspired by the tragic death of George Floyd - turning pain into purpose through action. A key theme in our conversation is Jamie’s one non-negotiable: pragmatism. Running The Soulstice Collective hasn’t been without its challenges - Jamie shares candidly about times when they had low cashflow and had to navigate unpredictable setbacks. Through it all, his grounded, pragmatic mindset has been the anchor that keeps him pushing forward with clarity and purpose. If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss. We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook. The Soulstice Collective Website → https://www.thesoulsticecollective.org A Founder’s Playbook Instagram → www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/ A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn → uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook A Founder’s Playbook TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook

7. Leadership with Tom Rowe

Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook! In this episode, we sit down with Tom Rowe, the founder of Mindbloom AI. Tom shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting with his initial venture into the gaming industry and the ongoing efforts to expand his AI enterprise. Mindbloom AI is an innovative platform that utilises emotionally intelligent AI to help users practice difficult conversations in real-time, providing feedback on various soft skills. The goal is to transform how individuals prepare for challenging interpersonal interactions. If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss. We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook. Mindbloom AI Website → https://www.mindbloom.ai/ A Founder’s Playbook Instagram → www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/ A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn → uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook A Founder’s Playbook TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook

6. Adaptability with Fin Denwood

Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook! In this episode, we’re joined by Fin Denwood, founder ofInfinity Tuition, a platform dedicated to providing high-quality online tuition. Fin shares his journey from being a tutor himself to identifying a gap in the market, which led him to create Infinity Tuition. We dive into how he’s managed to balance running agrowing business while working a full-time job and discuss the exciting future plans for the company. Tune in to hear Fin’s insights on entrepreneurship, education, and scaling a business in today’s digital age. If you’re a founder, aspiring entrepreneur, or just love a great startup story this is an episode you won’t want to miss. We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook. Infinity Tuition Website → https://www.infinitytuition.com/ A Founder’s PlaybookInstagram → www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/ AFounder’s Playbook LinkedIn → uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook AFounder’s Playbook TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook

5. Tenacity with Temi Olugbenga

Welcome to this week’s episode of A Founder’s Playbook! In this episode of A Founder’s Playbook, we sit down with Temi, co-founder of Sylt Pickling, to dive into the journey of turning a shared love of pickle juice into a fast-growing business. From a young age, Temi’s non-negotiable has been tenacity—a work-hard attitude that has shaped his journey as a founder. That relentless drive led him and his co-founder to spot a gap in the market and launch Sylt Pickling, a brand that’s redefining pickling with bold flavors, premiumingredients, and a serious passion for fermentation. As they take their next big step—seeking investment for the first time—Temi opens up about the challenges, wins, and lessons learned alongthe way. If you’re a founder, foodie, or aspiring entrepreneur, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. We hope you enjoy listening and don’t forget to pass the playbook. Sylt Pickling Website → syltpickling.co.uk/ A Founder’s Playbook Instagram → www.instagram.com/a_founders_playbook/ A Founder’s Playbook LinkedIn → uk.linkedin.com/company/a-founders-playbook A Founder’s Playbook TikTok → www.tiktok.com/@afoundersplaybook