Mary Ann Smith: running a business is a tough gig (pic: DB Media Services) Mary Ann Smith talks to TERRY MURDEN about her latest venture and how wigs have been a factor in her business and social life Every meeting with Mary Ann Smith begins with a beaming smile, a few giggles and an energetic […]
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Lost Shore Resort on the crest of a wave
Surfers will train at Lost Shore (pic: DB Media Services) The water sports facility near Edinburgh will play a key role in developing surfing in Britain and Europe GB Surfing has selected Lost Shore Surf Resort in Edinburgh as one of its National Performance Centres and one of its Olympic training facilities, strengthening its growing […]
Interview: Rufus Radcliffe, CEO, STV
Rufus Radcliffe: television is going everywhere (pic: DB Media Services) The top TV executive tells TERRY MURDEN how the company is responding to changes in the industry There are a couple of important milestones coming up for Rufus Radcliffe. Next month marks his second year at the helm of STV, and in 2027 the company […]
Interview: Peter Vardy, entrepreneur and philanthropist
Peter Vardy: fatherly influence From selling cars to setting up lessons in leadership, Peter Vardy is on a new journey, he tells JOHN GLOVER Leadership comes in many forms. A politician, a successful entrepreneur or maybe an inspirational boss. It is often stereotyped and misunderstood, but automotive entrepreneur Peter Vardy has never made a secret […]
Murrays among Michelin’s latest winners
Sir Andy and Kim Murray at the Cromlix (pic: Cromlix) The tennis ace is enjoying more off-court success, writes PAUL TRAINER Sir Andy Murray’s fine dining restaurant has been recognised by Michelin after Cradle at Cromlix, near Dunblane, was named among the 22 restaurants across the UK and Ireland added to the September update. Cradle […]