Hosted by ActionCOACH business coach Alan Smith and YouMore founder Alex Richards, this video podcast focuses on the stories of business owners in and around the great city of Edinburgh.<br /><br />Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. And why not follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn too for updates and behind the scenes sneak peaks?<br /><br />Know someone with an awesome story who should be on this podcast? Let us know by emailing <a href="mailto:info@youmore.co.uk">info@youmore.co.uk</a>.
Edinburgh Business Stories
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Hosted by ActionCOACH business coach Alan Smith and YouMore founder Alex Richards, this video podcast focuses on the stories of business owners in and around the great city of Edinburgh.<br /><br />Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. And why not follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn too for updates and behind the scenes sneak peaks?<br /><br />Know someone with an awesome story who should be on this podcast? Let us know by emailing <a href="mailto:info@youmore.co.uk">info@youmore.co.uk</a>.
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June 17, 2026
Ep89. CTD Scotland - Chris Dodds
In this episode of Edinburgh Business Stories, we’re joined by Chris Dodds, Owner and Director of CTD Scotland, a construction and fit-out business that has grown from a one-man joinery operation into a trusted contractor delivering projects across Scotland.<br /><br />Chris shares the realities of building a business from the ground up, from naming the company after himself and learning hard lessons during the early years, to navigating the challenges of cash flow, growth, and managing larger projects. He also reflects on the steep learning curve of moving from tradesman to business owner, and why understanding the numbers became just as important as mastering the tools.<br /><br />Along the way, Chris discusses the unexpected challenges of running a business during Covid, the project that transformed CTD's growth trajectory, and the persistence required to keep moving forward when opportunities don't always come easily.<br /><br />This episode is for business owners, tradespeople, and entrepreneurs who are building something from scratch and learning as they go.<br /><br />This episode of Edinburgh Business Stories is brought to you by Rathbones, a leading UK wealth manager with a long‑standing presence in Edinburgh and offices across Scotland.<br /><br />Rathbones helps people plan and invest for the future they want, whether you’re building wealth, growing your career, or enjoying the rewards of success. Life can be busy and complex, and having the right support matters. By taking the time to understand what’s important to you, Rathbones helps you invest well, plan well and live well. Wherever you are on your journey, Rathbones is there to help you go further.<br /><br />When you invest, your capital is at risk. For more information visit rathbones.link/edinburgh-business-stories-yt
June 3, 2026
Ep88. Bernard Hunter Mobile Cranes - Mark Rafferty
In this episode of Edinburgh Business Stories, we’re joined by Mark Rafferty, Managing Director of Bernard Hunter Mobile Cranes and Metal Recycling, a long-standing Edinburgh business operating across cranes, recycling, logistics and storage.<br /><br />Mark shares the realities of running a multi-generational family business, from unusual crane jobs and managing large-scale recycling operations to tackling scrap theft and preserving resources for the future. He also discusses the environmental pressures facing the construction industry, why recycled aggregates are becoming increasingly important, and how Bernard Hunter has evolved far beyond what most people expect from a scrapyard.<br /><br />This conversation covers everything from lifting whales off beaches to the surprising story behind the donkeys living beside the scrapyard, alongside a serious look at sustainability, infrastructure, and the future of the industry.<br /><br />This episode is for anyone interested in family business, construction, sustainability, logistics, or the unseen industries helping keep cities moving. This episode of Edinburgh Business Stories is brought to you by Rathbones, a leading UK wealth manager with a long‑standing presence in Edinburgh and offices across Scotland.<br /><br />Rathbones helps people plan and invest for the future they want, whether you’re building wealth, growing your career, or enjoying the rewards of success. Life can be busy and complex, and having the right support matters. By taking the time to understand what’s important to you, Rathbones helps you invest well, plan well and live well. Wherever you are on your journey, Rathbones is there to help you go further.<br /><br />When you invest, your capital is at risk. For more information visit rathbones.link/edinburgh-business-stories-yt
May 20, 2026
Ep87. Brewster Brothers - Scott Brewster
Host [Host Name] interviews Scott Brewster, Managing Director of Brewster Brothers, about transforming construction waste into valuable recycled materials and tackling industry challenges.
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