Welcome to something BRAND NEW from Raising the Glass – The Tipple!

As an accompanying series to our main episodes, The Tipple focuses more on our industry, and how we grow as a community – together.

In the first episode, ROM chats to Miranda Ballard. She is from NielsenIQ, one of the world’s leading consumer intelligence companies, but started her career as a butcher!

They delve into the current trends in the drinks industry, looking at the impact of women-led brands and the challenges they face in securing investment.

They talk about the importance of data insights, the need for confidence and mentorship among entrepreneurs, and the evolving consumer behaviour in the FMCG sector. The episode concludes with a discussion on the significance of innovation and the future of the beverage market.

Here’s what you’ll take away:

• Value in the beverage market is increasing, but volume sales are declining.

• Women-led brands are showing significant growth despite market trends.

• Diversity in business leads to better commercial outcomes.

• Investment opportunities for women founders are still limited.

• Confidence and mentorship are crucial for entrepreneurs.

• Innovation is key to competing with larger brands in the beverage market.

• Consumer behaviour is shifting towards premium produc

We hope you enjoy our little tipple!

LINKS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/miranda-m-ballard/

https://raisingtheglass.co.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-oliver-mooney-65730614/

Podcast production by https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/

As Raising the Glass returns with our second series, we continue to tell the stories shaping the drinks industry, one honest conversation at a time.

Host Rom sits down with Lee James of Rémy Cointreau toexplore what it really means to lead with heart.

Together, they talk about the power of allyship, the quietstrength of introversion, and why authenticity isn’t just a buzzword, it’s a foundation.

Lee reflects on the journey that’s shaped him, sharing the lessons learned through craft, connection, and carving space for others to thrive.

All of this while accepting that heritage and tradition isactually still something we can learn from and that embracing the courage it takes to evolve is so worthwhile. And a reminder, real leadership is about how you make people feel along the way.

Whether you’re deep in the drinks world or simply passionate about purpose-driven work, this episode is a celebration of progress, community, and raising a glass to doing things differently.

• Lee emphasizes the importance of allyship in driving change.
• Authenticity is crucial in leadership and personal connections.
• Navigating introversion in an extroverted industry is a common challenge.
• Legacy in leadership is about how people feel working with you.
• Diversity and inclusion are ongoing conversations that need to be had.
• The drinks industry is steeped in heritage, but must evolve to stay relevant.
• Creating a supportive environment is key to fostering talent and innovation.

LINKS

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-james-8aa5ab15/

https://www.remy-cointreau.com/en/

https://raisingtheglass.co.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-oliver-mooney-65730614/

Podcast production by https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/

Join host Rebecca Oliver-Mooney as she’s Raising the Glassfor the last time in Series One.

In this finale episode, Rebecca and her producer NickWilmshurst reflect on the first 13 episodes of this podcast. As you might imagine, there’s plenty to unpack , and they discuss key themes such as the importance ofallyship, the impact of imposter syndrome, and the significance of drinks in creating memories.

They also look ahead to Series 2, and the exciting gueststhat will be appearing and the themes that will be covered.

This conversation also touches on:

* The challenges of misogyny and class in the workplace

* The ongoing fight for gender equality

* Celebrating the voices and stories shared throughout theseries.

* How Raising the Glass is more than just a podcast; it's acommunity

* The drinks industry is filled with amazing stories andpeople

Help us to create meaningful connections over a long serving of honesty & with a dash of humour, hit follow or subscribe and become part of our tribe.

LINKS

https://raisingtheglass.co.uk/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-oliver-mooney-65730614/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-wilmshurst-podcast-producer-leeds/

Podcast production by https://www.gingerwizard.co.uk/