INTERVIEWS
From established entrepreneurs to pioneering start-ups, today’s leaders share stories, advice and inspiration
Loretta Leu
Loretta Leu, from the Swiss-based tattoo family famed for pioneering and evolving the art-form over two generations, talks about her incredible journey
Steve Olson
We profile Skateboarding legend Steve Olson who got his first skateboard in 1966 – then proceeded to become an icon of the sport
Gordon Oldham
Gordon Oldham, the founder of Pavilions Hotels & Resorts, is also a lawyer, entrepreneur, adventurer and philanthropist
Jason Stockwood
We talk to the self-described “accidental businessman” about philosophy, the importance of asking questions, and how tech should make us more fulfilled
My top five: Juliet Kinsman
Travel and sustainability expert Juliet Kinsman picks her current five favourite eco-friendly brands
Sophi Tranchell MBE
Sophi Tranchell MBE, was appointed in 1999 and has since led Divine Chocolate from a team of four to an international company worth a reported £14m today.
My top five: Zia Yusuf
Co-founder and CEO of Velocity Black, Zia Yusuf, picks his favourite luxury brands and products
My top five: William Gilchrist
London’s leading men’s stylist William Gilchrist picks his five favourite disruptive brands
Mark Hehir
Mark Hehir has relaunched the private resort island Huvafen Fushi and, as Ali Catterall reports, has just unveiled a new Beach Bubble’ tent at the funky Finolhu resort in the Baa Atoll . . .
Katie Williams
As more women are drawn to bespoke tailoring, Suzanne Baum speaks to Katie Williams who made a name for herself in the male fashion industry
Bompas & Parr
Bompas and Parr are more than just a ‘creative food agency’ – they’re gastronomic geniuses…
Emily Bradbury
Art, fashion and music inspired the rock n roll jewellery brand True Rocks. Marina Gask meets founder, Emily Bradbury . . .
Mark Mahoney
Mark mahoney is the modern godfather of tattooing and founder of LA’s iconic Shamrock Social Club. Ali Catterall charts his rise
Lara Intimates
Meet Cindy Liberman and Faith Leeves who used sewing skills to create an eco-friendly lingerie brand.
Lord Bilimoria
Lord Bilimoria founded Cobra beer in his Fulham flat, twenty-five years later it’s an iconic, multi-award-winning brand.
Geoffrey Kent
Geoffrey Kent founded luxury safari company Abercrombie & Kent. MTL asks how he got started - and what tips can he give to would-be business lions?
Gabriella Somerville
With over 15 years’ in the commercial and business aviation trade, Gabriella Somerville has come a long way from her days as a red-suited air crew for Virgin Atlantic.
Caroline Neville
This year Caroline Neville celebrated 25 years at the helm of Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW). Lysanne Currie went to meet this extraordinary and inspirational leader.
Roger Saul
Roger Saul founded Mulberry with his mother Joan in 1971 and grew it into one of the most successful British fashion brands in the world.