The Entrepreneurs

We discuss clean-mobility breakthroughs with two founders pushing the boundaries of flight. Plus: how their innovations are reshaping the nearly $1tn airline industry as it races toward decarbonisation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We meet former Penguin Random House editor Meru Gokhale, who used her 20 years of publishing experience to create Editrix, an AI-assisted editing tool. Plus: how following “tech bros” on X helped her to launch the business without a tech background.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 We meet the CEO of Casa Batlló, a cultural masterpiece that continues to inspire more than 100 years after its creation. Plus: how a Danish design brand is making smarter furniture that can adapt to changing needs over time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Co-founder and CEO Andreas Cleve talks about how Corti’s healthcare-specific AI foundation model enhances patient care by cutting admin work and giving doctors more time to focus on what matters most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Lord, a Monocle Radio reporter, joins Michael Loescheller, CEO of Polestar, and Dimitris Kosofas, CCO of Hopper. They dive into the future of electric vehicles and Polestar's strategic transformations, including manufacturing innovations and the significance of customer experience. Kosofas elaborates on Hopper's game-changing helicopter services in Greece, revolutionizing travel with shared rides and addressing airport challenges. With an eye on sustainable practices, they also explore potential expansions in other tourist hotspots.

We meet the founder of the Italian-made luxury handbag label Sevda London. Sevda Mutlu talks about building her brand, its upcoming collaboration with the Ritz Paris and how her Turkish heritage inspires every design.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pip Durrell, Founder and CEO of With Nothing Underneath, shares her inspiring journey from magazine editor to launching a successful women's shirt brand focused on versatility. Natalie Theodosi, Monocle's fashion director, discusses the latest trends from Milan, highlighting the balance between traditional styles and innovative female designers. They explore the evolving fashion landscape, emphasizing the importance of sustainability and independent brands in a shifting market, while maintaining authenticity and community engagement.

John Roescher, CEO of Raw Materials, is passionate about challenging business norms through creativity. He reveals how embracing unconventionality can attract major clients and drive innovation. Roescher discusses the importance of balancing creativity with data-driven strategies and how to harness creative tension within corporate environments. He also emphasizes finding inspiration in nature and craftsmanship, encouraging listeners to seek originality in the world around them.

What do sailing and wealth management have in common? For Vincent Lecomte, CEO of BNP Paribas Wealth Management, both require vision, adaptability and trust. Lecomte joins ‘The Entrepreneurs’ to explain how a turbulent economic landscape requires investors to embrace new challenges, manage risks and adapt to new strategies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helgi Óskarsson, CEO of 66°North, shares how the brand went from outfitting Icelandic fishermen to a globally recognised name in outerwear. We discuss its ethos, retail expansion and new exhibition at Copenhagen Fashion Week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.