In this episode of All Points West, Karl talks to Alex King, founder and CEO of Tower Group and newly appointed non-exec director at Metals One. They dive into the UK’s next big energy frontier: floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea — and why the Southwest currently lacks the onshore infrastructure to support it. Alex explains Tower’s work at Newlyn, the challenge of raising pre-FID capital, and how ports, grid, hydrogen and defence all fit into a new green industrial ecosystem for Cornwall and beyond. A must-listen for investors tracking UK energy transition and critical infrastructure.

In this episode of All Points West, Karl sits down with Jay Wright to unpack one of the UK’s standout growth stories: Virgin Wines’ journey from a 2013 management buyout to its 2021 IPO on the London Stock Exchange. Jay shares how he secured a £15.9m funding package, scaled a boutique wine business into a million-case-a-year powerhouse, and navigated the booming direct-to-consumer market. With investor appetite returning to consumer brands and e-commerce innovation back in the spotlight, this is a timely deep-dive into leadership, strategy, and building a modern online retail success story.

In this episode of All Points West, Karl speaks with Paolo Misk, CEO of Jangada Mines - a veteran mining leader with nearly 40 years’ experience across gold, vanadium, and lithium. Paolo shares insights on Jangada’s dual growth strategy in Brazil, advancing the Paranaíta Gold Project in Alta Floresta and the Pitombeiras Vanadium Project toward production. We explore Brazil’s growing role in critical minerals, the resurgence of vanadium in clean energy technologies, and how disciplined leadership drives sustainable growth.

From a secret herbal tonic mixed in Manchester in 1908 to a drink enjoyed in more than 60 countries, Vimto’s story is one of flavour, nostalgia, and innovation. In this episode of All Points West, Karl speaks with Andrew Milne, CEO of Nichols plc, about steering the iconic brand into new markets, from West Africa to Malaysia, and how Vimto became the soft drink of Ramadan. A conversation on legacy, leadership, and the enduring power of a great taste.

From Supercars to Supergrids: FlowGen’s Race to Reinvent Renewable Energy

In this episode of All Points West, Karl speaks with Dirk Kuester, Founder and CEO of FlowGen, the Swiss clean-tech innovator redefining wind energy through high-efficiency, modular microgrid systems.

With a background in automotive engineering for Ferrari, Lotus, and Porsche, Dirk brings precision design and speed-driven innovation to the renewable energy space. FlowGen’s technology is attracting serious investor attention — including a £28 million fundraising round and partnerships with Siemens and Schaeffler — as the world accelerates toward decentralised, secure, and off-grid power solutions.

Tune in for insights on microgrid resilience, European clean energy independence, and how FlowGen is shaping the future of green infrastructure investment.

In this episode of All Points West, Karl speak with James Lowery, CEO of Essensys, the AIM-listed software and technology business transforming the flexible workspace sector. James shares his journey from co-founding British Land’s Story brand to leading Essensys, and how his background as a GB decathlete shaped his leadership style. We explore the lessons of balance, resilience, and adaptability drawn from both sport and business, and what it takes to scale innovation in real estate technology while staying focused on health, family, and long-term strategy.

In this episode, Karl speaks with Brian Hall, Executive Chair of Great Western Mining, about the company’s strategy in gold, silver, and copper exploration. With decades of experience in international oil, gas, and mining ventures, Brian shares how Great Western is positioning itself to deliver long-term shareholder returns.

We discuss the company’s Nevada-based projects, the increasing demand for copper in the global energy transition, and the role of gold and silver as safe-haven assets during market uncertainty.

For investors following the natural resources, critical minerals, and precious metals sectors, this episode provides exclusive insight into Great Western Mining’s growth trajectory and outlook.

In this episode of All Points West, Carl speaks with Ian McDonough, CEO of Blackbird PLC, the AIM-listed pioneer in cloud-native video editing. They discuss Blackbird’s £2.13 million fundraise, its powerful client roster, and how its platform, Elevate.io, is transforming video production for creators and broadcasters alike. With experience at Viacom, BBC Worldwide, and Turner, Ian shares insights on cloud workflows, scaling content, and what’s next for media tech.