Moments

Pivotal Moments, our podcast: founders, inventors and leaders on the decisions that changed everything.

Founders

Episode 4: Fedor Dzjuba on Building Linnworks & Automating the Living Sh*t Out of It

When Fedor Dzjuba started Linnworks, it was a simple tool to help him ship products from his student flat. Today, it powers the operations of over 4,000 brands worldwide and processes billions in transactions every year. This is the story of how one founder scaled smart, stayed lean, and built a platform that quietly became essential.

Tait Pollack · · 2 min read
CEOs

Episode 3: Will Butler-Adams on Growing Brompton Bicycle from 27 Staff to 800 Strong

When Will Butler-Adams joined Brompton, it was a small British company with 27 employees and a cult following. Today, it’s a global brand with 800+ staff, a presence in over 50 countries, and a reputation for engineering some of the best folding bikes in the world. This is the story of how a company scaled without losing its soul.

Tait Pollack · · 2 min read
Inventors

Episode 2: Jaap Haartsen and the Creation of Bluetooth

Explore the inspiring journey of Jaap Haartsen, the inventor of Bluetooth technology, as he transformed a simple idea into a global standard that revolutionised wireless communication. Learn how Jaap and his team at Ericsson redefined connectivity, shaping how we interact with devices today.

Tait Pollack · · 2 min read