Family Bizzness

Be Your Own Boss: Andrew’s Journey from Corporate Life to Event Hosting

In this heartwarming episode of Family Bizzness, we welcome a special guest Andrew Morgan, an event host and master of ceremonies from Essex. Andrew shares his journey of leaving corporate life at 35 to start his own business, inspired by family and a desire for greater freedom and fulfilment. He talks openly about how his wife’s experience as a business owner helped pave the way for him, and how even his daughter got involved from a young age by supporting her mum’s event stall. Andrew reflects on the joys and challenges of being self-employed — from the thrill of making events unforgettable to the importance of learning when to say “no” to opportunities that aren’t quite right. With warmth and honesty, he offers advice to his younger self and encourages kids to build businesses around their passions. From networking in London to walking in the Scottish hills, Andrew’s story is one of timing, family support, and finding joy in the work you do. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, family teamwork, and creating a life you love — all through the eyes of someone who’s made it his business to make every event extraordinary.

From Army to Adventure: Oli’s Van Life Journey

In this inspiring episode of Family Bizzness, we sit down with Oli, founder of Van Life Conversions, a growing family-run business based in Essex. Oli shares his journey from serving in the Army to building a dream business transforming vans into luxury, off-grid homes on wheels. Discover how a chance scroll through Instagram sparked a passion that led Oli and his wife Emily to travel across Europe in a self-converted van – a trip that eventually turned into a thriving company. Now, with over forty custom vans built and a growing team, Oli talks about the challenges of project management, learning new skills like carpentry and electrics from scratch, and the joy of seeing customers embark on life-changing adventures in the vehicles they’ve created. He’s supported by his wife Emily, who co-runs the business, and even his retired parents, who not only bought one of their vans to travel in but also lend a hand in the workshop. Oli reflects on winning a national FSB award for customer service, the importance of staying curious, and his dream of scaling the business to become a household name in van conversions. From balancing fatherhood with entrepreneurship to advice for young people wanting to start their own business, this episode is packed with heart, hustle, and the open road. Tune in for a story of reinvention, family teamwork, and living life on your own terms – one van at a time.

Helping Others Succeed: David’s Mission with Simboc

In this inspiring episode of Family Bizzness, co-hosts Harry and Lily sit down with David Bell, a 48-year-old entrepreneur who started his first business at just 17 years old. David shares his journey from washing cars to earn pocket money, to building a successful career in tech and business support through his company, Simboc Limited. He opens up about how his passion for computers and the example set by his own parents inspired him to go out on his own—and how family support played a crucial role in his early days. David also talks about the lessons he’s learned over 30 years of entrepreneurship, including the value of making mistakes, hiring the right people, and balancing work with family life. From skydiving for charity to sponsoring youth football teams, David shows that running a business isn’t just about profit—it’s about purpose, fun, and helping others succeed. He even shares the advice he’d give his younger self and encourages kids everywhere: “If you have an idea, just go for it!” Tune in for a heartwarming, honest, and fun conversation about dreams, determination, and the importance of family in building a business.

Founder Focus: How Lucie Simplifies Research for Families

In this heartwarming and inspiring episode of Family Bizzness, we meet Lucie — a mum, researcher, PhD student, and the founder of Recap Limited. Lucie shares her journey of turning personal challenges as a parent into a purpose-driven business that bridges the gap between academic research and everyday families. Struggling to find trustworthy information online as a mum, Lucie used her background in education research at Anglia Ruskin University to create Recap — a company dedicated to making vital research clear, accessible, and useful for parents. She talks candidly about not always feeling confident enough to run her own business, how her daughter inspired her work, and the valuable support she’s received along the way. From juggling multiple roles — entrepreneur, academic, student, and mum — to learning about marketing, finance, and social media the hard way, Lucie opens up about the highs, the hurdles, and the lessons learned from her mistakes. She also shares the joy of launching her own podcast, the fun of connecting with others, and her dream of building a trusted platform where families can turn for reliable support. Perfect for aspiring young entrepreneurs and parents alike, this episode is full of warmth, wisdom, and encouragement. Lucie’s message is clear: no matter your age, with curiosity, resilience, and a little support, you can make a real difference. Don’t forget to subscribe, and leave us a review — and join us next time on Family Bizzness!

Start-Up Dad: Sergey’s Story

Join Harry, Lily, and their very special guest — Sergey, a dad-turned-entrepreneur from Turkey — as he shares his heartwarming and inspiring journey into business. Learn why family, freedom, and fun led him to start his own company, how his 11-year-old son became his top advisor, and what it really takes to build something from scratch. Packed with laughs, lessons, and even a soggy office moment, this episode is all about building a business with heart. Tune in for a heartwarming mix of ambition, parenting, and playful office chaos.