Episode #427 - Navigating Business, Rowing Oceans, and Giving Back – The Inspiring Journey of Corrine Amos

In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, host Kevin Brent sits down with the inspiring Corrine Amos, an entrepreneur with a passion for business, sustainability, and adventure. Corrine is the founder of two diverse businesses—Coco and Kiki, an ethical fashion brand, and Cut Loose London, a video production company. She also holds the remarkable achievement of rowing across the Atlantic Ocean as part of a winning all-female team. We explore Corrine's unique journey, from running two impactful businesses to surviving the physical and mental challenges of rowing 3,000 miles across the ocean. In her candid conversation, Corrine shares how her experience on the ocean deepened her understanding of resilience, teamwork, and overcoming obstacles, offering valuable lessons for her businesses and her entrepreneurial mindset. Coco and Kiki - An Ethical Fashion Brand Corrine’s ethical dungaree brand, Coco and Kiki, not only creates practical and stylish designs but also gives back to the makers in India. Profits from the business help fund social projects, including children's education, with a focus on creating sustainable fashion that benefits vulnerable communities. Cut Loose London - Video Production with a Purpose Starting from her background in film production, Corrine founded Cut Loose London, which works with high-profile clients like Nike and Ikea. Specialising in sustainable and ethical content, the business adapts to fluctuating demands by utilising freelancers, ensuring a flexible and successful business model. Rowing Across the Atlantic As part of a 4-woman team, Corrine rowed across the Atlantic Ocean in just over 42 days, winning the women’s category. The intense mental and physical challenge gave her a unique perspective on tackling business obstacles, teaching her the power of small wins, resilience, and perseverance. Whether you're looking for inspiration on building ethical businesses or seeking insights on mental resilience, Corrine’s story is packed with practical advice and motivational moments. Make sure you don’t miss any future episodes by subscribing to ScaleUp Radio wherever you like to listen to your podcasts. For now, continue listening for the full story from Corrine.   Corrine can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/corrine_amos/ https://cocoandkiki.co.uk/   Resources: Secret Leaders Podcast - https://www.secretleaders.com/episodes Grace Beverly Podcast - https://www.youtube.com/c/GraceFitUKtube David Goggins Podcast - https://davidgoggins.com/ Wordpress - https://wordpress.com/ Shopify - https://www.shopify.com/