lincsus "from Me to…" podcast series
lincsus "from Me to..." podcast series
Podcast Description
The "From Me To... " podcast series is hosted by Andy Wallace and Gregor Ross the co-founders and Directors of Lincsus Group Limited. Driven by a shared passion for business and a modern outlook, Andy and Gregor bring a combined 50 years of experience managing and running corporate to SME family-run businesses, start-ups, and private equity-backed ventures. They care deeply about what they do and the businesses they work with, operating in a genuine way.The primary purpose of "From Me To... " is to delve into the background of our guests and explore how their experiences have shaped their journey to success. We want to learn what they have learnt, both the good and the bad, and understand what they may want their legacy to be.
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The podcast explores themes of leadership, personal growth, and cultural impact, with episodes delving into how individual experiences shape success. For example, the initial episode featuring Shona McCarthy discusses her influential role as CEO of the Edinburgh Fringe Society, while future episodes may cover topics such as the nuances of running family-run businesses and the impact of start-ups on local communities.
The “From Me To… ” podcast series is hosted by Andy Wallace and Gregor Ross the co-founders and Directors of Lincsus Group Limited.
Driven by a shared passion for business and a modern outlook, Andy and Gregor bring a combined 50 years of experience managing and running corporate to SME family-run businesses, start-ups, and private equity-backed ventures. They care deeply about what they do and the businesses they work with, operating in a genuine way.
The primary purpose of “From Me To… ” is to delve into the background of our guests and explore how their experiences have shaped their journey to success. We want to learn what they have learnt, both the good and the bad, and understand what they may want their legacy to be.
In this episode of the Lincsus From Me To… podcast, hosts Gregor Ross and Andy Wallace sit down with Judith O’Leary, founder and former owner of Represent Communications, and now the driving force behind freelance consultancy O’Leary PR. A seasoned expert in PR and reputation management, Judith joins us just after her exit from Represent, reflecting on a remarkable journey of leadership, creativity, and transformation.
Judith shares how her Irish heritage, early career at Cambridge Cable and EuroRSCG, and life as a mother of three shaped her entrepreneurial path. From launching O’Leary PR in 2001 to rebranding as Represent in 2017, she built an award-winning agency known for bold thinking and integrated communications.
We dive into:
•The mindset behind “feel the fear and do it anyway” and how it shaped Represent’s culture
•Building high-performing teams and navigating Scotland’s talent retention challenges
•Leading cross-border collaboration as Co-Chair of Causeway
•Delivering standout campaigns like the Royal Highland Show and driving measurable impact
•The emotional and strategic journey of selling Represent
•What’s next for Judith, including potential advisory roles and new ventures
Judith also reflects on the ethos of “Make it Amazing,” her legacy in the PR world, and how she continues to support businesses through reputation strategy and communications excellence.
Whether you’re in marketing, leadership, or building your own brand, this episode is packed with insights, resilience, and inspiration.
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