I built a £30 million business at 50 years old - Maxine Laceby, Founder of Absolute Collagen

Welcome aboard Business Class - the ultimate podcast for entrepreneurs, founders, and ambitious women on the journey to success. This is your go-to destination for real, unfiltered conversations about business growth, mindset, scaling, and everything in between.

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by the incredible Maxine Laceby - founder of Absolute Collagen - who built a £30 million business from scratch in her 50s. Yes, you read that right.

We dive deep into Maxine’s inspiring entrepreneurial journey, from being a full-time mum to launching a global collagen brand, scaling a team of 80+ employees, and disrupting the beauty and wellness industry.

Inside this episode, we cover:

• Starting a business later in life and why it’s never too late
• Building and scaling a multi-million pound brand
• The realities of entrepreneurship vs. the “Instagram version”
• Managing teams, leadership challenges, and setting boundaries
• Handling bad reviews, criticism, and online negativity
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and self-doubt
• The truth about the supplement industry and what to watch out for
• Why mindset is everything when growing a business

This is an honest, insightful, and empowering conversation packed with real-life lessons, practical advice, and no-BS truths about what it really takes to succeed in business.

If you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or dreaming of starting your own venture, this episode is a must-listen.

🎧 Grab a notebook - you’re going to want to take notes.

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