123: How to Launch a Successful B Corp with Paul Hargreaves

Our guest this month is Paul Hargreaves. Paul is the founder and chief executive of Cotswold Fayre Ltd., which is a specialist and fine food wholesaler supplying nearly 2000 retail outlets in the UK. He is also the author of 'Forces for Good' and the recent book, 'The Fourth Bottom Line'.

 

In this episode Paul explains how he grew Cotswold Fayre from the cellar of his home to a leading UK food wholesaler. We'll also talk about why Paul made Cotswold Fayre a B Corp in 2015 and the benefits of running a B Corp. 

 

What you will learn in this interview:

- How to start a business that has a social impact

- Advice on launching a food brand in 2021

- The advantages of B Corps

- Lessons in leadership

 

Quote:

"If we need one characteristic in this world for leaders, I think it's compassion." - Paul Hargreaves

 

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