Episode 1 – Margot Wilson, Industry lane

INTRO

Thank you for listening to what has become Episode 1 of Starting Startups Podcast!

At the end of each interview I ask each guest if there is anyone who they would like to cross paths with that would help their business continue and be successful and grow. If you happen to know anyone that they would like to meet, please feel free to get in touch (colin@startingstartupspodcast.com)

This was never meant to be episode 1. I asked Margot Wilson, a friend of mine and the founder of editorial agency Industry Lane, to join me for a coffee and to test some new audio equipment.

As it turns out, she is fantastic on the microphone and the story of her company had me hooked.

TELL US ABOUT INDUSTRY LANE

Industry lane started around 3 years ago (2014-2015) following Margot’s very successful career as a newspaper editor. She decided to bridge the gap between the story people tell about their journey’s and their brands, and the creation of written copy.

VANGUARDS

Recently, Margot managed to take Vanguards Magazine under her wing. After finding the first edition of their magazine in The Century General Store, Edinburgh, she was recommended by a friend to the founders of the magazine as the freelance editor they needed for the following editions.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR INDUSTRY LANE?

Margot is currently developing a well-formulated, step-by-step model that matches startup companies with journalists who can take their story direct to the press.

WHO WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE LISTENING TO THE PODCAST?

If Margot could pick more established companies to work with, she would choose to produce content alongside her main interests, including the arts, with the National Galleries of Scotland as an ideal customer.However, she is passionate to work with smaller companies in their startup stages and has previously completed projects with companies like the

However, she is passionate about working with smaller companies in their startup stages and has previously completed projects with companies like the Arusha Gallery.

As always, if you can help Margot grow and scale her business, she would be happy for you get in touch with her directly (margot@industrylane.co.uk) or with me (colin@startingstartupspodcast.com).