In this energising episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter speaks with Anna Gibson, entrepreneur and co-founder of Micro Scooters. Anna shares how a spontaneous discovery of a scooter on the school run sparked the creation of a pioneering company that revolutionised everyday transport for children – and later, adults.

Anna reflects on navigating the rollercoaster of business growth, embracing innovation, and committing to sustainability.

Highlights include:

• How a school-run scooter moment became a multimillion-pound idea
  

• Building a values-led business with family and friendship at its core
  

• Navigating supply chains, market trends, and the post-COVID adult scooter boom
  

• Achieving B Corp certification and embedding sustainability into business strategy
  

• The inspiration behind initiatives like Scooter Aid and rehoming old scooters
  

• Anna’s experiences with personal growth, imposter syndrome, and learning to lead with confidence
  

• Supporting the next generation of founders through mentorship and experience

  
  

Connect with Anna Gibson on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-gibson-a920a934/?originalSubdomain=uk

Visit the Micro Scooters Ltd Website

https://www.micro-scooters.co.uk/

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This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩

https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/

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In this inspiring episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter speaks with David Burdus - inclusive design consultant, accessibility champion, and paratriking enthusiast. David shares his extraordinary journey from a life-changing spinal injury sustained in an accident.

David shares his extraordinary journey through an accident that left him with a from life-changing spinal injury to becoming a leading voice in disability inclusion, inclusive design, and accessible infrastructure. With humour, honesty, and deep expertise, he explores how inclusive design must be rooted in lived experience - and why true accessibility benefits everyone.

Highlights include:

• David’s personal journey from spinal cord injury to inclusive design leadership
  

• Challenges in disability rights before the Equality Act — and how far we’ve come
  

• How inclusive thinking, co-production, and accessibility audits drive systemic change
  

• The symbolic power of removing the steps at Number 10 Downing Street
  

• The evolution of assistive technology and adaptive vehicles like the Martin Conquest trike
  

• Inclusive design in the built environment and neurodiverse-friendly workplaces
  

• David’s upcoming project ‘Whiskey Chasers’ — blending disability representation, travel, and whisky culture

  
  

Connect with David Burdus

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-burdus-bsc-0b3a7812/?originalSubdomain=uk

Keep up to date with The Whisky Chasers

https://linktr.ee/thewhiskychasers?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

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In this brand new episode of ‘Fear Less, Do More’, host Gill Hunter is joined by Alison Dunn, CEO of the Society Matters Group (which incorporates Citizens Advice Gateshead), for a thought provoking conversation on the future of work and leadership.

Alison shares her insights on the evolving working landscape, and reflects on her journey from a legal career to her current CEO role. Alison’s unwavering dedication to equity, personal development, and creating opportunities for systemic change shines through as she continues to champion for positive transformation.

Highlights include:

• Alison's transition from a legal career to becoming a charity CEO

  
  

• Her leadership evolution from performance-driven management to a collaborative and supportive approach.

  
  

• The successful implementation of a four-day working week at Citizens Advice, leading to improved staff retention and reduced absences.

  
  

• Insights into Citizens Advice’s regional and national services and their impact.

  
  

• What being an anti-racist organisation means including the challenges and benefits in becoming one.

  
  

• The effects of online trolling and Alison’s advocacy for using platforms to drive social justice.

  
  

Connect with Alison Dunn on Linkedin

https://uk.linkedin.com/in/alisondunncag

Find out more about your host Gill Hunter

https://squareonelaw.com/people/gill-hunter/

Find out more about Square One Law

https://squareonelaw.com/

Find out more about ‘Fear Less, Do More’

https://squareonelaw.com/insights/fear-less-do-more/

This podcast was produced and recorded at Flamingo Heights Podcast Studio🦩

https://www.flamingoheights.co.uk/

For any enquiries or feedback regarding this podcast, email us at ⁠marketing@squareonelaw.com⁠ with the subject 'PODCAST’.