Now, Then, Ten

Episode 8: The journey to Gymshark, with Ben Francis (Live from the Gymshark flagship store  on Regent Street)

In this special episode, Nicola speaks to Ben Francis MBE, founder and CEO of the fitness brand Gymshark, from the Gymshark flagship store in London, England. Ben talks about what motivated him to found Gymshark, why he decided to take the leap and open a store, and how he continues to be inspired by the Gymshark community. He looks back on his childhood influences and forward to the future of ecommerce and the metaverse, considering how gymshark will continue to grow alongside new technologies. He also shares how the arrival of his twin boys has changed his personal and professional outlook, and how they’ve helped him to become more present.

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This season, Nicola Mendelsohn, VP, Meta, explores the pathways to the metaverse, meeting with the most exciting future leaders, changemakers, innovators and risk-takers of today who are weaving the tapestry of the future of the internet and the metaverse. Together, they’ll explore the now — the pioneering work they’re doing today, the then — their past and influences, and the ten— what their industry will look like 10 years from now.

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Can't get enough? Check out seasons 1 and 2, where Nicola speaks to the driving forces behind some of the world’s most influential communities, including Depop, Comic Relief, Xbox, Condé Nast and Netflix.