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Feb 24, 2025
Hi there, I’m Granger Forson, and welcome to another episode of ScaleUp Radio! You can find me at www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk or connect with me on LinkedIn.
On today’s episode, I’m speaking with Andrew Hunt, the founder and CEO of Holiday Architects, a travel company that has gone from a bedroom startup to a £9 million turnover business, specializing in long-haul, tailor-made holidays. But this is not just a story of success—it’s a story of resilience, reinvention, and smart scaling.
Andrew shares how he built a business where deep customer relationships, an experienced team, and a strategic approach to marketing became the foundation of growth. He takes us through the challenges of scaling, surviving the COVID-19 crisis, and the decision to merge with another company—a move that ultimately made Holiday Architects stronger than ever.
We’ll also dive into Andrew’s approach to recruitment, financial management, and building a team that thrives in a remote-first world. He explains why he values trust and delegation and how he empowers his employees to take ownership of decisions.
And finally, we look ahead to the future—Andrew has ambitious plans to build a ‘house of brands’ within the travel industry over the next five years. He’s shifting his focus to group-level strategy and mentoring the next generation of leaders.
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So, let’s now dive into the inspiring journey of resilience, reinvention, and smart scaling with Andrew Hunt.
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