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One Amazing Experience

by Philip Atkins

Philip Atkins, MD & Founder of Off to Work, talks to leading event company leaders about planning their own party. Taking them through their venue of choice, the drinks, food, entertainment, celebrity guests, music and overall feel of the event we hear inspirational ideas, creative touches and learn what makes a great party. While going through we also hear about their own career challenges, highs and lows and how they have successfully built their businesses up. This includes advice to others going through the trading difficulties brought on by Covid 19 from previous learnings.

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  1. One Amazing Experience with Rick Perry, Managing Director of By Word of Mouth

    As summer events and celebrations come alive I am delighted to be joined by Rick Perry , Managing Director of By Word of Mouth. By Word of Mouth are one of the most long established and decorated caterers in the London market, established in 1981, and listed at over 50 venues and with a…

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  2. One Amazing Experience with Richard Meyer, Director at Blue Strawberry & Flourish

    I am delighted to be joined by Richard Meyer, Director for Flourish & Blue Strawberry Group for this episode of One Amazing Experience. Blue Strawberry, previous winners of FSM Event Caterers of the Year, have been operating for over 30 years, are listed at some of London’s most prestigious…

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  3. One Amazing Experience with Nick Mead, World Environment Day Special

    On World Environment Day I am delighted to be joined by Nick Mead, Managing Director of Eden Caterers for a One Amazing Experience special. Eden have been certified as one of the most sustainable caterers in the UK and have been awarded a 3 Star Food Made Good Rating from the Sustainable…

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  4. One Amazing Experience with Bronwen Stephens-Harding, Founder of Rogue Opera

    I am delighted to be joined by Bronwen Stephens-Harding, Founder of Rogue Opera. Rogue Opera’s premise is to bring Opera to the masses. Bronwen declared her ambition to be an opera singer at the age of 5. While her career has taken her from teaching English in Japan, to working in the hospitality...

  5. One Amazing Experience with Jay Burgesson-Carter, Managing Director of Food Show

    I am delighted to be joined by Jay Burgesson-Carter, Managing Director of Food Show. Food Show are a high end London caterer that have been operating for 34 years and are now have the in-house contract for events at Chiswick House. Jay takes us through his fabulous party for 100 friends and…

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  6. One Amazing Experience with Daniel Gill, Dine Group

    I am delighted to be joined today by Daniel Gill, Founder of the Dine Group. Dine Group incorporates Dine, Dine Delivered and Rise Hall and has been operating for 23 years. Dine were winners of The Cateys in 2018, and CHS awards in 2019 reflecting their commitment to Making Every Event Special....

  7. One Amazing Experience with Ruth Lawton-Owen, Managing Director of The Admirable Crichton

    I am delighted to be joined by Ruth , Managing Director of The Admirable Crichton. The Admirable Crichton celebrate their 40th year in 2021 as one of London’s most prestigious and innovative caterers. Ruth’s career over the last 25 years has equally seen her working at some of the best venues in...

  8. One Amazing Experience with Paul Jackson, Managing Director of Portico and Searcy's.

    I am delighted to be joined by Paul Jackson, Managing Director of Searcy’s and Portico. Paul’s career in the hospitality industry over the last 30 years has allowed him to work at some of the UK’s finest venues, including Cliveden House Hotel, and to be a Leader within three of the UK’s largest...

  9. One Amazing Experience with Philipp Mosimann

    I am delighted to be joined by Philipp Mosimann, Joint Managing Director of Mosimann’s. Mosimann’s Catering are Holders of a Royal Warrant to HRH Prince of Wales and their business also includes renowned Mosimann’s Club in Belgravia , in-house catering at Guard’s Polo Club and Royal Lymington...

  10. One Amazing Experience with Tim Brennan from Caper & Berry Caterers and Bespoke Events London

    I am delighted to be joined by Tim Brennan, Founder and Managing Director of Award Winning Caper & Berry Caterers and Chairman of Bespoke Events London. Caper & Berry have been operating for 20 years servicing high-end weddings, private and corporate events at some of the must stunning venues in...

  11. One Amazing Experience with Atul Lakhani from Sanjay Foods

    I am delighted to be joined for this episode of One Amazing Experiences by Atul Lakhani, Managing Director and Founder of Sanjay Foods. Sanjay Foods have won no fewer than 17 Catering and Event Management Awards including Best Caterer in the British Asian Wedding Awards. Atul has also won a Pride...

  12. One Amazing Experience with Graham Hill

    I am delighted to be joined by Graham Hill, Awards Director for the Event Photography Awards, previously Managing Director of Square Meal Events & Venues and now Founder of Graham Hill Consulting. Graham’s career, from the age of 16, has been entwined in the organising of parties and events and…

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  13. One Amazing Experience with Paul Jackson from Alison Price

    I am delighted to have Paul Jackson, Managing Director of High-End Caterers Alison Price, join me for One Amazing Experience. Prior to his 21 years with Alison Price he worked with esteemed caterers, Searcy’s and started his career working as a Private Butler. Paul takes us through his fabulous...

  14. One Amazing Experience with Bonnie May from the Global Infusion Group

    I am delighted to be joined by Bonnie May, the Global Operations Director of catering and hospitality specialist, Global Infusion Group. Bonnie epitomises what many would see as the ultimate role in events. Over 30 years Bonnie has flown the world touring with some of the biggest bands and…

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  15. One Amazing Experience with Mike Kershaw

    I am delighted to be joined on One Amazing Experience by Mike Kershaw. Mike is one of the most influential and experienced Directors, Advisors and Investors within the events industry. He is the former Chairman of leading integrated events company The Concerto Group and former President of the UK...

  16. One Amazing Experience with Sue Barnes from Lavender Green Florists

    This week I am delighted to be joined by Sue Barnes, founder of renowned and Royal florist, Lavender Green. Over their 30 years of trading Sue, and her husband David, have built Lavender Green up to be regarded by many as the leading event florist in London and the home counties. Listed as a...

  17. One Amazing Experience with Johnny Roxburgh

    This week I am delighted to be joined by Industry legend, Johnny Roxburgh. Johnny has worked in the events industry for over 40 years and, as other Podcasts in this series have certified, has been an inspiration to many companies and leaders over the years. One of the co-founders of The Admirable...

  18. One Amazing Experience with David Wise of Wise Productions

    In this episode Philip, Managing Director of Off to Work, talks to David Wise , Founder and Managing Director of Wise Productions, on the party he would organise. David chooses a location very close to home and in his normal underplayed style ensures all his guests are in for a treat.. David also...

  19. One Amazing Experience with Lena Bjorck from Alexander & Bjorck

    This week we have the pleasure of meeting Lena Bjorck, Co-Founder and Managing Director of caterers, Alexander & Bjorck. Lena takes us to the magical beaches of Ireland for her party and talks us through the highs and lows of her business life. From setting up her original company, Inn or Out…

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  20. One Amazing Experience with Hattie Mauleverer from Top Hat Catering

    This week I am joined by Hattie Mauleverer, Founder and Managing Director of Top Hat Catering. Founded in 2002, Top Hat's reputation has grown to the point where they were voted Small Caterer of the Year at The London Catering Awards 2019. Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, and having changed...

  21. One Amazing Experience with Lucy Verner from Urban Caprice

    This week we are joined by the wonderful Lucy Verner, Managing Director for Urban Caprice - the exceptional event arm of Caprice Holdings. Lucy takes us to a sumptuous event at Aynhoe Park in the English countryside and talks us through how love started her in the industry, winning barista...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Philip Atkins, MD & Founder of Off to Work, talks to leading event company leaders about planning their own party. Taking them through their venue of choice, the drinks, food, entertainment, celebrity guests, music and overall feel of the event we hear inspirational ideas, creative touches and learn what makes a great party. While going through we also hear about their own career challenges, highs and lows and how they have successfully built their businesses up. This includes advice to others going through the trading difficulties brought on by Covid 19 from previous learnings.

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Philip Atkins

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business management

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