#90 - Harry Turipin - Imaginakery / Jungle Squad [Head of Sales]
Today's guest is a good friend and absolute LEGEND in the FMCG scene, Harry Turpin.
Harry is Head of Sales at Imaginakery - a game-changing children's better for you snacking brand, with their hero products Jungle Squad.
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We also dig into Harry's own experience of building The Savourists - the highs, lows, Dragons Den and eventually what it's like to move on from this.
It's super open, honest and vulnerable - but also a joy to listen to.
You're gonna love it, enjoy!
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Intro by Free Flowin' from Uppbeat
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Chapters
00:00 - Welcome and episode overview
02:40 - Harry’s current role at Imaginakery and brand mission
07:08 - Jungle Squad's unique positioning and recent success
13:15 - The impact of product listings in Tesco and Ocado
22:14 - Lessons from Cawston Press and early career insights
28:44 - Dragon’s Den experience and brand pivots
36:39 - The shift from running brands to personal life priorities
43:47 - The power of therapy and mental health in entrepreneurship
48:24 - Reflections on failures, learnings, and the entrepreneurial journey
53:06 - Future plans for Jungle Squad and emerging trends
54:09 - Connecting with Harry and ways to follow his journey
55:12 - Harry’s Song Choice
56:08 - Closing remarks
