FETE: Stories to Inspire

In this episode of FETE: Stories to Inspire, I’m joined by Andy Mee – a former corporate MD who took the leap into entrepreneurship through franchising, investing, and ultimately building and selling a successful tech business.
Andy shares his honest journey from the boardroom to business ownership, including the highs, the hard lessons, and the power of resilience. We dive into raising funds, building a strong team, knowing when to pivot, and why having a clear exit plan from the start can make all the difference.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and real-world advice.

Episode Title: Making a Social Impact with Sam Cameron
In this inspiring episode of FETE: Stories to Inspire, host Katy Berrill is joined by entrepreneur and social media expert Sam Cameron. Sam shares her incredible journey from teenage estate agent to founding a successful social media agency, all while navigating motherhood, burnout, personal challenges, and the realities of caring for a child with complex needs.
With refreshing honesty, Sam opens up about evolving her business model, building passive income, setting boundaries, and creating meaningful impact through her work. This is a powerful story of resilience, reinvention, and making business work around life, not the other way around.

In this inspiring episode of FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur, host Katy Berrill sits down with award-winning accountant and co-founder of Beansprout, Helen Christopher. Helen shares her journey from a traditional corporate career, including nearly two decades in senior roles, to launching her own purpose-led accounting practice designed to empower business owners through clarity, strategy, and mentorship.
Helen opens up about navigating imposter syndrome, redefining success, and how her passion for helping people understand their numbers became the foundation for a thriving business. Together, Katy and Helen discuss the importance of timing, systems that scale, building in flexibility, and how staying true to your values (and vision) can fuel sustainable growth.
If you're dreaming of stepping away from the 9–5 but not sure where to start, this episode is full of honest insights, practical takeaways, and encouragement to make your move, when the time is right for you.

In this special episode of FETE: From Employee to Entrepreneur – Stories to Inspire, host, Katy Berrill, takes you on a deeply personal journey through her transition from uncertain graduate to thriving business owner.
Katy shares the highs, the lows, and the pivotal moments that led her to build a successful business. From a ski season in France to navigating the corporate world, and finally taking the bold leap into entrepreneurship, her story is filled with real-life insights, challenges, and the mindset shifts needed to create a business that works for you.
If you're contemplating leaving the 9-to-5 or searching for inspiration to take control of your career, this episode is a must-listen!

Welcome to the very first episode of FETE: Stories to Inspire! 🎉 This podcast is for anyone ready to or those considering taking the leap into entrepreneurship.
In this episode, I introduce the vision behind FETE (From Employee to Entrepreneur), share my mission, and talk about what it really takes to build a business. We’ll explore the mindset shifts, challenges, and wins that come with stepping into entrepreneurship. If you’ve ever wanted to work for yourself, create something meaningful, and take control of your future, this is the place for you!