Un:hurd – Alex Brees | Take The Plunge Podcast

We were delighted to be joined by Alex Brees, Founder and CEO of un:hurd, for the third instalment of our “Take the Plunge” podcast season 3. un:hurd is on a mission to create a level playing field for independent artists. They produce marketing campaigns utilizing data, collecting from all social and streaming platforms. From industry leading marketing reports to PR, playlisting and content creation, un:hurd helps local artists become global stars.

Tune in to hear Ciaran and Alex discuss:

  • Getting inspiration for your business
  • Benefits of SEIS funding
  • The recruitment process
  • Un:hurd’s ambitions

Play Podcast on Spotify or iTunes, or watch it on Youtube above.

If you are looking to startup your own business, simply register or sign in to Swoop. You can discover all the funding opportunities across loans, equity and grants available to your business, or get in touch with our team of experts who can offer you support and guidance. 


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