Episode 26 - Kim Cameron

Joining us on International Women's Day 2024 is Kim Cameron, entrepreneur and award winning owner of The Gin Bothy in Angus. In this episode, Kim shares her journey from growing up in rural Glenisla with a childhood steeped in the traditional songs and stories of rural Scotland, to developing a successful international business with local people and produce at its heart.  We discuss the crucial role Kim's team of 19 women has played in the success of Bothy Trading, and the importance of  involving her daughter Cara in decision making. Kim’s passion for tradition, culture and preserving rural skills and jobs shines throughout the episode, as does her passion for brand Scotland, commitment to balancing growth with authenticity, and continuing the legacy of other local rural producers.  Kim shares an insight behind her business model which follows a circular economy principle, and how the award winning product line has continued to evolve. We discuss The Gin Bothy being selected to be part of the Oscar Nominees gift bags this year and the importance of shouting about your successes, as well as some of the personal sacrifices Kim has had to make to achieve that professional success. We end with a fantastic piece of advice to the next generation - be brave! This episode is sponsored by the Rural Scotland team at Savills.Connect with Kim on social media - LinkedIn : Kim Cameron \\ Instagram : @theginbothy \\ Website : https://www.ginbothy.co.uk/Episode Recorded on Sunday 25th February 2024.All views expressed are our own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.