It's our 50th episode! Can you believe it?? So we're here with a special BONUS episode where we explore if we can make business friends with our existing friend Michael Coltham.
In just 5 minutes, of course.
Enjoy!
About Michael:
Michael Coltham is the founder of Black Lab Music.
Black Lab Music helps visionary businesses strengthen brand perception and build lasting trust through strategic audio identities and sonic branding that deliver measurable results.
Crafted to reflect your brand identity and free from the licensing headaches of generic stock tracks, the result is a unique soundtrack that not only supports your story but elevates it.
Because without the music, Jaws was just a hungry fish.
Find out more at:
https://www.blacklabmusic.co.uk/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Ari Block in just 5 minutes??
About Ari:
Ari Block is a dynamic entrepreneur, and global technology leader whose career spans military intelligence, forensic technology, and the startup world.
Ari regularly shares insights on technology, entrepreneurship, and digital forensics through articles and newsletters, offering practical advice and thought-provoking commentary for innovators and industry leaders.
For more about Ari, see
https://linktr.ee/storysamurai.ai
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Michael Johnson in just 5 minutes??
About Michael:My background includes Marine Corps (2 deployments to Iraq), Restaurant work, industrial fabrication, crane and rigging and now I print big things!
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
We're going LIVE BABYYYY, 11 October in Margate. 2pm. Be there.Tickets are a million pounds. Or free. Whichever you prefer.https://5mbf.co.uk/live
Can we make business friends with Julie Coraccio in just 5 minutes??
About Julie:Julie Coraccio is an award-winning professional declutterer & organizer, certified life coach, and author of 15 books. She is passionate about supporting people in clearing clutter in all areas of their lives, getting organized, and becoming more mindful and aware. For a decade, she hosted the popular podcast, Clear Your Clutter Inside & Out.
Happily married to Tony, she is also at the beck and call of rescued black cats Antonio, NiNi, Gus, and Jack Henry. Based in Wheeling, WV, Julie works with people worldwide. She enjoys hiking, reading, learning about environmental and animal issues, and baking. Julie serves as Vice President of the Friends of the Ohio County Public Library.The bathtub is her woman cave.
https://reawakenyourbrilliance.com/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Jason Brick in just 5 minutes??
About Jason:Jason Brick is a professional writer, speaker, and safety advocate best known as the creator of Safest Family on the Block, where he helps parents protect their kids in a dangerous world without falling into fear or paranoia.
Drawing from his diverse background as a journalist, martial artist, and former health and safety trainer, Jason has spent over a decade researching and teaching family safety strategies that actually work in real life.
He is the author of Safest Family on the Block: 101 Tips for Protecting Your Kids, and has been featured in dozens of podcasts, workshops, and conferences on personal and family security.
Through his writing, coaching, and speaking, Jason has helped thousands of families feel more confident about staying safe at home, online, and on the road.
A 6th-degree black belt, lifelong outdoorsman, and father himself, Jason blends practical experience with deep research and a no-nonsense communication style. He lives in Oregon with his wife and sons, where he continues to test and refine the tools and tactics he teaches others.
https://www.safestfamilyontheblock.org
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Rae Dillon in just 5 minutes??
About Rae:I’m Rae Dillon, a well-travelled wordsmith who has a way with words, a fascination with travel, and a love of inspiring others. I help small business owners create captivating content that builds brand awareness by either writing it for them, editing their words to make sure they flow, or providing personalised support through the Create Captivating Content Membership.
https://copywriteright.co.uk/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Connor Treacy in just 5 minutes??
About Connor:Connor Treacy is a Los Angeles–based entrepreneur, music executive, and cultural strategist operating at the intersection of music, nightlife, and politics.
At 19, he orchestrated a "Project X"–style event that generated national buzz and opened doors to elite industry networks. He later co-founded OffSunset, a West Hollywood nightclubthat generated over $4M in its first year and attracted A-list celebrities and industry elites. As a Manager at Universal Music Group, Treacy contributed to Grammy-winning and multi-platinum projects, including Dua Lipa’s Best Pop Vocal Album, and helped break emerging acts like Yungblud. Through Connor Treacy Management, he raised capital, secured major publishing deals, and oversaw music projects that have surpassed one billion streams.
An accomplished scholar, Treacy holds a B.A. from Penn State, an M.S.L. from USC Gould School of Law, and is currently earning his MBA at USC Marshall. Today, he is expanding his executive production catalog and building ventures at the nexus of entertainment, capital, and cultural relevance.
https://www.connortreacy.comWhat do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Corey Dissin in just 5 minutes??
About Corey:
Corey Dissin is a high-performance coach, personal branding expert, and author of Going the Diss-tance.
Known for his no-fluff, rinse-and-repeat approach to success, Corey helps entrepreneurs and creatives build structure, sharpen their message, and take consistent action.
With over 30 years of real-world experience, he’s not here to motivate — he’s here to mobilize.
Website: https://coreydissin.com
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Cathy Nesbitt in just 5 minutes??
About Cathy:Cathy Nesbitt is a Health and Wellness Advocate dedicated to promoting joy and vitality through laughter and energy techniques.
As the Founder of Cathy’s Laughter Club, Cathy is a certified Laughter Yoga Teacher and was appointed Laughter Ambassador in 2017 by Dr. Madan Kataria, the founder of Laughter Yoga. Her approach incorporates tapping, brain gym, and other healing modalities to help individuals transition from stress to joy.
Cathy believes that when we feel good, we do good, and she inspires others to lead a more joyful and fulfilling life.
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Ralph Sutton in just 5 minutes??
About Ralph:
Ralph had a long career in radio, some TV. Hosting podcasting etc. Also in food.
Find him on socials @iamralphsutton and https://iamralphsutton.com
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Cam Richardson in just 5 minutes??
About Cam:
Cam Richardson is the founder and CEO of Paysquad, a social fintech making group payments effortless and fun. With a background in fintech, edtech, and omnichannel retail, Cam has built scalable consumer and enterprise platforms at Banqer, Vodafone, and regional tourism boards. He founded Paysquad after experiencing firsthand how messy and awkward splitting payments with friends and family can be — and spotting how merchants were missing out on the opportunity.
Cam leads with a mission to help people do more together than they could alone, creating products that are simple, social, and seamlessly embedded in everyday life.
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Mark Humphrey in just 5 minutes??
About Mark:
Supporting and guiding clients to make Mortgage & Moving as straightforward and stress-free as possible
https://www.mhcmortgages.co.uk/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Amy White in just 5 minutes??
About Amy:
I'm Amy, I am a trained nurse who provides mobile ear wax removal in your own home. I launched the business three years ago and I travel around Medway and the surrounding areas providing treatment for a reasonable price. I am fully insured and registered with the CQC which is the government health body.
https://www.mobileearwaxremovalmedway.co.uk
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Marc Lawrence in just 5 minutes??
About Marc:
Motion designer and editor creating irresistible video for marketing ninjas and creative teams.https://marcmotion.com/reel
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Claire Noyelle in just 5 minutes??
About Claire:
I am passionate about empowering people to take control of their mental and physical health, as the two are inextricable!
After working as an NHS pharmacist for over 30 years, I take this knowledge of medication and how the brain and body function. I work with adults and young people to strengthen their resilience, confidence and self esteem. I empower them to unlock their full potential at work, home, school, college and socially.
I can help you overcome anxiety, depression, chronic pain or OCD. I help to relieve phobias, and support people to reduce their dependence on medication or recreational drugs.
https://inspiredtochange.biz/hypnotherapists/maidstone-hypnotherapy/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Andrew Wenham in just 5 minutes??
About Andrew:
https://andrewwenham.notjusttravel.comHaving spent the majority of my working life in the accountancy field, both practice and corporate, I reached a point in my life where I needed a change. I now spend my time putting the attention to detail that I used in my accounting world, to help create wonderful holidays for my clients.
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with John Broom in just 5 minutes??
About John:
John Broom is an Independent Financial Adviser based in Brentwood, Essex.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-broom-61567634/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Alex Gordon in just 5 minutes??
About Alex:
Alex Gordon Hi-Fi is a composer and producer based in Atlanta, specialising in the Baritonic Guitar.
https://www.alexgordonhifi.com/
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk
Can we make business friends with Louise Knight in just 5 minutes??
About Louise:
Hi I'm Louise. I recently set up my own marketing consultancy helping small businesses and independent schools to reach and engage with their audiences.My background is hugely varied, from big multinationals to boutique charities, all of which has given me loads of unique experiences.Check out my website: www.knight-consultancy.com
What do you think? Did we make a new business friend? We'll let you be the judge.
Do you want to be our business friend? Get in touch at friends@5mbf.co.uk