Welcome to the podcast about West Midlands business owners for West Midlands business owners.
Every week, we’ll talk with a business owner from the region to celebrate the diversity of businesses and wealth of knowledge that make up the West Midlands business community.
And of course, we all know that us West Midlands folk aren’t great at shouting about our wins.
So this podcast is designed to help celebrate the fantastic achievements of our community by teasing out some of the nuggets that have contributed to those successes and getting them out there for all of us to learn from and
Dan Skett, Eagle Rose Healthcare - “In a business built on care, trust isn’t just important - it’s everything...”
Dan Skett, founder of Eagle Rose Healthcare, shares his journey of building a specialist temporary staffing agency supporting the social care sector across the West Midlands. He reflects on the values behind his business, including the “VIP test”, compassion, honesty, and the importance of continuity of care.
Listen as Dan discusses the challenges of standing out in a crowded market, supporting the people who care for others, and using education rather than traditional sales to build trust. His story offers valuable lessons on empathetic leadership, finding your difference, and embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth.
Want to share your story? Email us at blackcountry@actioncoach.co.uk (blackcountry@actioncoach.co.uk)
17 Sept 2026
Charlotte Jones, Jones & Groves - "Success in business isn't just about what you know, it's about the relationships you build along the way..."
Charlotte Jones, partner at Jones and Groves Solicitors, shares her journey from paralegal to partner at a West Midlands law firm, where her passion for the local community and the people within it, shapes everything she does. Drawing on years of experience navigating change, she explains why staying true to your core values, building genuine client relationships, and creating a collaborative team culture are at the heart of a practice built to endure.
Listen as Charlotte reflects on the challenges of reshaping a business after significant setbacks, the realities of work-life balance, and why resilience, adaptability, and the courage to make bold decisions have defined both her career and the firm she helps lead.
Want to share your story? Email us at blackcountry@actioncoach.co.uk (blackcountry@actioncoach.co.uk)
3 Sept 2026
Malcolm Inchley - "The secret to a lasting business is simple - work hard, look after your people, and never lose sight of what matters most..."
Malcolm Inchley, founder of CMK Metal Finishers, shares his remarkable journey of building a business from a modest 800 square foot workshop in 1970 to a thriving 52,000 square foot facility, before successfully exiting after 28 years. Drawing on decades of experience, he reflects on the power of partnership, family support, and creating a workplace where people genuinely thrive.
Listen as Malcolm discusses navigating financial hardship, the value of a truly equal partnership, and why clarity, trust, and empowering your team are the foundations of a business built to last.
Want to share your story? Email us at blackcountry@actioncoach.co.uk (blackcountry@actioncoach.co.uk)
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