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Mel Morris CBE | The Future of AI & The Past of Derby

Mel Morris CBE | The Future of AI & The Past of Derby

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 The Rise, Fall & Reinvention of Mel Morris: From Candy Crush to AI & Derby County In this gripping episode of Jimmy’s Jobs of the Future, Jimmy sits down with tech entrepreneur and former Derby County owner Mel Morris for an unfiltered conversation on risk, reinvention, and resilience. From working in an industrial foundry to building global tech hits like U Date and Candy Crush, Mel shares the key decisions that shaped his career - and the high-stakes bets that didn’t always pay off. He opens up about: 💷 Losing millions with Derby County 🍬 Why Candy Crush was more than just a game 💼 How he’s now betting on AI with his latest startup, Corpora.AI This is a story of ambition, reinvention, and how to take big swings in business - even when the odds are against you. Perfect for anyone curious about tech, football, or what it really takes to build something that lasts. ********** Follow us on socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimmysjobs Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmysjobsofthefuture Twitter / X: https://www.twitter.com/JimmyM Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmy-mcloughlin-obe/ Want to come on the show? hello@jobsofthefuture.co Sponsor the show or Partner with us: sunny@jobsofthefuture.co Credits: Host / Exec Producer: Jimmy McLoughlin OBE Producer: Sunny Winter https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunnywinter/ Junior Producer: Thuy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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