It Runs In The Family
Hello! We're Liz & Leila Willingham and welcome to "It Runs In The Family". We're the mother and daughter duo working within the public relations and communications agency, Liz Lean PR. Running a business is hard - really hard. Every business has its challenges and it's own ups and downs - but in a family business, this is often exaggerated by the willingness to speak your mind. But it also has some huge advantages that the corporate cultures just can't compete with. In this podcast, featuring a different family business guest in each episode, we're going to be digging into the stories, values and traditions of other family and multi-generational businesses. We'll explore their history, learnings and how they've developed through the generations and the unique advantages they've had over their competitors. We discover where human relationship migrates into business; the ups, downs, twists, turns and landmark moments that seal the fate of these fascinating organisations. You’ll get to hear some brilliant life stories too; some to make you laugh and others that’ll warm your heart. Many of our clients are family businesses who we've worked very closely with over a number of years - we've heard brilliant stories that reveal true values and fun operating as a family business. We want you to feel inspired by stories of others, find their honesty relatable and reach out to us with your own experiences. If you have any questions for future guests, have a story of your own or have any feedback please do feel free to get in touch on our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itrunsinthefamilypodcast/
- Update frequency
- every 14 days
- Average duration
- 54 minutes
- Episodes
- 121
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Growing International Trade & Inherent Trust with MD at Plum Products, Paul Schaffer #19
Outdoor adventure and playtime is an essential element to any child’s development, so a natural passion for play should be a core value for any outdoor play manufacturer. Such a passion couldn’t be s…
Passion, Parenthood & Putting Each Other First with The Squirrel Sisters, Sophie & Gracie Tyrrell #18
Often the most authentic businesses come from solving problems that you have to face already. Such is the caring foundation from which the siblings behind Squirrel Sisters, Gracie and Sophie Tyrrell,…
Connection, Care & Creating a Legacy with Waterside Holiday Group’s Miranda & Olivia Jacobs #17
Key to any team around a family business is a shared appreciation for the values that are inherent to those raised within the bloodline, which makes the rigorous process of hiring a CEO for a family-…
Capturing the Beauty of Finnish Sauna Culture with Finnmark Sauna’s Jake & Max Newport #16
The sibling dynamic is one laden with turbulence, care, and connection in equal measure. Developing the level of emotional intelligence and maturity to translate this family partnership into a busine…
Couples, Co-Founders & Natural Cat Food with Scrumbles Co-Founders Jack Walker and Aneisha Soobroyen #15
Our pets feel as much a family member as any of the bonds we’ve been lucky enough to see in this series, so for Aneisha Soobroyen and Jack Walker - partners in wedlock and Co-Founders of natural pet …
World-Class, Sustainable Scottish Spirits with Iain Stirling, Owner of Arbikie Distillery #14
The Arbikie Estate is home to craftsmen of soil and curators of a fine ensemble of drinks from their distillery, now in its 7th year of producing sustainable, field-to-bottle spirits.
Iain Stirling, o…
The Perfect Partners in Business & Marriage with Directors of Herringbone Kitchens, Elly Simmons & William Durrant #13
For the first time on “It Runs In The Family”, we’re joined by partners in business and wedlock alike - the husband and wife team behind Herringbone Kitchens, William Durrant and Elly Simmons. This e…
Blending Tradition and Innovation with Thatchers Cider’s Martin & Eleanor Thatcher #12
One Stanley Thatcher pioneered cider science on his farm and vouched for innovative methods of apple growth and cider production, and as the industry followed suit, so too did several generations of …
Generations of World-Class Cuisine with Marco Pierre White & Luciano Pierre White #11
For most, this week’s guest on It Runs In The Family truly needs no introduction. Marco Pierre White - the first Brit and youngest chef to be awarded the full 3 stars from Michelin - has since exceed…
Evolving Through The Generations with Farmer Palmers Farm Park’s David Palmer and Sandra Palmer-Snellin #10
Anyone growing up in and around the Dorset area will be familiar with the magic of Farmer Palmers Farm Park, which has hosted so many eager families, so it’s a real treat to sit down with the family …
The Legacy Behind Stockton Bury’s Beloved Gardens with Director of Stockton Bury, Tamsin Westhorpe #9
The Treasure family has been at Stockton Bury since 1884, and in the generations that followed it evolved from a family farm into a relaxing space which has ranked among The Times’ Top 20 UK Gardens.…
Britain’s Oldest Family Business with R J Balson & Son’s Richard Balson #8
The world has seen so much since 1515, the Plague, two world wars, an industrial revolution and nearly two dozen changes of monarchy. One constant through all of that, maintaining its service to Brid…
It Runs In The Family: Highlights So Far #7
The first six episodes of It Runs In The Family have proven to be a treasure trove of family business experience, with companies passed through generations, sibling connections on an almost telepathi…
Culinary Mastery and World-Class Hospitality with Jill & Jack Stein, The Seafood Restaurant #6
The rise in popularity of culinary TV personalities has promoted some of the most successful chefs into ‘rockstars’ - we all know Nigella, Gordon, Jamie and Gino on a first name basis. What separates…
Fuelling over 160 years of growth with Hendy Group’s Paul and Will Hendy #5
From facilitating the first Ford dealership in the early 20th century through to its current, extensive roster of manufacturers, Hendy Group has grown immensely since its inception in 1859. Driving t…
Bringing a bold, cold brew to the UK with Jimmy’s Iced Coffee Founders, Jim and Suzie Cregan #4
The story of Jimmy’s Iced Coffee is a 10 year journey of massive wins, starting on the South Coast and earning its place as a household name. A great degree of the success of this family owned busine…
7 generations of inspiring hospitality with Matt and Anthony Woodhouse #3
Few family businesses can say they have spanned 7 generations; such is the feat achieved by Hall and Woodhouse, brewers of award-winning Badger Beers and owners of over 250 pubs around the country.
T…
Double Dutch Drinks, meet the twin sister founders Joyce & Raissa De Haas #2
In this episode, we welcome twin sisters Joyce and Raissa De Haas, founders of Double Dutch Drinks
Raised in the Netherlands, Joyce and Raissa, have a natural affinity with superlative drinks and exc…
Meet Warren Haskins: building dens, being in a rock band and taking on the family business at aged 20 #1
In this episode, we speak to Warren Haskins, Chairman of Haskins Garden Centres. The business is over 100 years old and was established by Warren’s great grandfather, Harry. Haskins, which is now a m…
Meet the hosts: Liz & Leila from Liz Lean PR
Welcome to ‘It Runs In The Family’! We’re looking forward to bringing you stories, learnings and insight from a variety of family businesses in this series.
But, before we dive in, episode 0 gives you…