Naomi Simson is the co-founder of Australia's largest experiences marketplace, Big Red Group and RedBalloon. 

During the end of the dot-com era, while working in freelance marketing, Naomi found it difficult to attract clients who were willing to pay for her service. She realised a gap in the market for a digital marketplace for experiences. The idea for RedBalloon was born. 

Over 2200 small businesses in Australia and New Zealand use RedBalloon, now part of Simson's parent company Big Red Group. 

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Naomi Simson is the co-founder of Australia's largest experiences marketplace, <a href="https://www.thebigredgroup.com.au/%20">Big Red Group</a> and <a href="https://www.redballoon.com.au/">RedBalloon</a>.  During the end of the dot-com era, while working in freelance marketing, Naomi found it difficult to attract clients who were willing to pay for her service. She realised a gap in the market for a digital marketplace for experiences. The idea for RedBalloon was born. Over 2200 small businesses in Australia and New Zealand use RedBalloon, now part of Simson's parent company Big Red Group. I want to hear from Naomi how she brought BRG to scale, how it benefits Australian small businesses and what makes it the third-largest experiences marketplace?<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/mentormarkbouris/">Join the Facebook Group.</a>Follow Mark Bouris on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mark_bouris/">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/markbouris">LinkedIn</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPX01K1JgNS5pyzUtwtCtsQ">YouTube.</a> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.<hr>

Mark Bouris speaks to business owners and entrepreneurs, finding out what makes them tick and their plans for growth. Some business owners are on the way up and enjoying new success, others are at a turning point. Mark digs into their stories and finds out why they set out to create their own path, their challenges and where they go from here. Based on his own personal experiences and learnings, he also passes on his own guidance on how to take their business to the next level.

Mark Bouris speaks to business owners and entrepreneurs, finding out what makes them tick and their plans for growth. Some business owners are on the way up and enjoying new success, others are at a turning point. Mark digs into their stories and finds out why they set out to create their own path, their challenges and where they go from here. Based on his own personal experiences and learnings, he also passes on his own guidance on how to take their business to the next level.

Mark Bouris speaks to business owners and entrepreneurs, finding out what makes them tick and their plans for growth.  Some business owners are on the way up and enjoying new success, others are at a turning point.  Mark digs into...

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#253 Naomi Simson: RedBalloon & Big Red Group

James Fuller is the co-founder and CEO of Hnry, an all-in-one accounting and tax platform built specifically for sole traders.

In this episode, Mark sits down with James to unpack why 1.5 million Australian sole traders are missing out on thousands of dollars each year in unclaimed tax deductions, and how Hnry is flipping the traditional accounting model on its head.

James breaks down exactly how the platform works, why most sole traders are unknowingly overpaying tax, and what it really costs to ignore your admin.

Learn more about Hnry here: https://hnry.com.au/

James Fuller is the co-founder and CEO of Hnry, an all-in-one accounting and tax platform built specifically for sole traders.
In this episode, Mark sits down with James to unpack why 1.5 million Australian sole traders are missing out on thousands of dollars each year in unclaimed tax deductions, and how Hnry is flipping the traditional accounting model on its head.
James breaks down exactly how the platform works, why most sole traders are unknowingly overpaying tax, and what it really costs to ignore your admin.
Learn more about Hnry here: <a href="https://hnry.com.au/">https://hnry.com.au/</a>

How Sole Traders Can Be Overpaying Thousands in Tax (And What You Can Do About It) | Hnry's James Fuller

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Fletcher and Connor Watson are two brothers building a production empire, Wildfire Content, while Connor plays for the Sydney Roosters in the NRL. Here's how they're revolutionising branded content through authentic storytelling. 

This episode dives deep into their journey from starting a charity after a family tragedy to creating compelling documentary-style campaigns for luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and major clients like Hyundai. 

The boys break down their unique approach to "branded documentary" content, how they leverage Connor's sporting connections, and why authenticity trumps everything in today's oversaturated advertising landscape.
Starting Wildfire Content from a family tragedy and charity work
How to win government tenders in the production space 
Working with luxury brands: Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Dior 
The rise of "branded documentary" style content
Why risk and authenticity are essential for cutting through 
Balancing brotherhood with business partnership 
Their breakout YouTube series "Off-Season" 

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Fletcher and Connor Watson are two brothers building a production empire, Wildfire Content, while Connor plays for the Sydney Roosters in the NRL. Here's how they're revolutionising branded content through authentic storytelling.&nbsp;
This episode dives deep into their journey from starting a charity after a family tragedy to creating compelling documentary-style campaigns for luxury brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, and major clients like Hyundai.&nbsp;
The boys break down their unique approach to "branded documentary" content, how they leverage Connor's sporting connections, and why authenticity trumps everything in today's oversaturated advertising landscape.
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<li>Starting Wildfire Content from a family tragedy and charity work</li>
<li>How to win government tenders in the production space&nbsp;</li>
<li>Working with luxury brands: Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Dior&nbsp;</li>
<li>The rise of "branded documentary" style content</li>
<li>Why risk and authenticity are essential for cutting through&nbsp;</li>
<li>Balancing brotherhood with business partnership&nbsp;</li>
<li>Their breakout YouTube series "Off-Season"&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
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Connor and Fletcher Watson, leveraging connections and revolutionising brand content 

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Liam Bell turned a COVID lockdown into a seven-piece band phenomenon called Play Lunch. Now he's taking his "bogan funk" sound to America.

This episode dives deep into the business of music, from building a seven-person creative team to mastering social media without losing authenticity. Liam breaks down how Play Lunch cracked the code on modern music marketing, built a devoted fanbase through deliberately imperfect branding, and turned merchandise into their financial lifeline. Plus, how they're preparing to export Australian culture to US audiences.

• Building a seven-piece band during the COVID lockdown
• Creating the "bogan funk" genre and Australian identity in music  
• Managing personalities and delegation in creative businesses
• Social media strategy that prioritises authenticity over polish
• Revenue models: why merch outsells streaming in modern music
• Preparing Australian acts for international markets

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Liam Bell turned a COVID lockdown into a seven-piece band phenomenon called Play Lunch. Now he's taking his "bogan funk" sound to America.
This episode dives deep into the business of music, from building a seven-person creative team to mastering social media without losing authenticity. Liam breaks down how Play Lunch cracked the code on modern music marketing, built a devoted fanbase through deliberately imperfect branding, and turned merchandise into their financial lifeline. Plus, how they're preparing to export Australian culture to US audiences.
&bull; Building a seven-piece band during the COVID lockdown &bull; Creating the "bogan funk" genre and Australian identity in music &nbsp; &bull; Managing personalities and delegation in creative businesses &bull; Social media strategy that prioritises authenticity over polish &bull; Revenue models: why merch outsells streaming in modern music &bull; Preparing Australian acts for international markets
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How Playlunch, the Band Behind “Keith”, Built Success Through Authenticity

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#253 Naomi Simson: RedBalloon & Big Red Group

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