Managed

This week on Managed, Hannah sits down with drag sensation Elektra Fence as we pull back the curtain on the what it looks like to be a successful drag queen. From the viral origin story of her name to her time on RuPaul’s Drag Race, Elektra pulls no punches. She’s covering the business behind being a drag queen, the physical demands (including the surprising art of the "tuck”), and the importance of using your platform for good. Beyond the stage, they dive into the collaborative versus competitive nature of the drag scene, the vital importance of year-round allyship, and why "Rainbow Washing" simply isn't enough for the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you are an aspiring queen or just curious about the queen behind the leopard print, this episode is for you. Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

In this week’s episode, Hannah strips back the glamour of Cannes Lions to tackle the logistical and financial reality of attending one of the industry's biggest events. From flight scanners and accommodation hacks to the actual cost of creative passes, this episode provides a brutally honest breakdown of the expenses required to make the trip happen.Beyond the budget lines, she’s diving into the highs and lows of the experience itself. You’ll hear about the genuine value of face-to-face networking, the inspiration found in industry talks, and the unexpected challenges, like the grueling heat and logistical nightmares, that come with the territory. Whether you're a first-timer or a returning veteran, this will help you decide if you should make the journey next year.Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

This week on Managed, Hannah sits down with her longtime accountant Rachel Harris, the founder of striveX and face of Accountant_she. Rachel has spent her career shattering the "boring accountant" stereotype, and is sharing how she transformed her firm from a dining room table startup into a multi-million pound powerhouse brand. She discusses the unique challenges of finances as a creator, explaining why traditional accounting rules often fail to address the blurred lines between personal and professional life for tax purposes. Plus, she’s diving into her thriving personal brand and how she leverages her engaged audience online into leads for the business. Beyond the numbers, Rachel offers a masterclass in building multiple value-driven businesses that prioritise women and modern workplace needs. She is also diving into the reality of HMRC investigations, including how AI is now actively tracking creators, when boob jobs stand can be a business expense, and how to know when to justify an expense. This conversation is an essential guide for anyone looking to scale their business with financial confidence, especially in the social media industries. If you’d like to hear more from Rachel, join her insider list for an exclusive discount here: https://accountantshe.myflodesk.com/pod and keep up to date via her Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/accountant_she/?hl=enManaged is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

Ever wondered how to actually start a successful fashion brand? In this week’s episode of Managed, we sit down with Alex Morley, the founder of Asandra Studios, to get all the answers. Alex gets real about her journey, moving from a failed first attempt at a fashion line to building a business that has captivated influencers and customers alike. From sewing red-carpet dresses on the fly to navigating the intense, often unglamorous reality of fashion entrepreneurship, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience and staying true to your creative vision.Whether you’re an aspiring founder or just curious about how your favourite brands operate, Alex drops great knowledge on the operational side of fashion, managing cash flow, and handling the frustration of seeing fast-fashion giants rip off your designs. We also dive into her modern approach to influencer marketing and why she chooses organic relationships over paid partnerships. Tune in for a candid, A-to-Z look at building a brand that survives and thrives in a saturated market.Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

From mixing homemade hair oil in repurposed ketchup bottles in a student conservatory to becoming the UK’s 13th fastest-growing company, Lucie Macleod’s journey with Hair Syrup is anything but conventional. In this week’s episode of Managed, the 26-year-old founder shares the raw reality of building a viral, eight-figure haircare empire entirely bootstrapped. She takes us back to the early days of "Walter White-style" kitchen chemistry, explaining how a series of viral TikToks transformed her student side hustle into a global sensation that has defied the odds and rewritten the rules of beauty entrepreneurship.Beyond the viral moments, Lucie pulls back the curtain on the challenges that social media often glosses over. We dive into her controversial Dragon’s Den rejection, and how she turned that professional low into a masterclass in PR, along with her unfiltered take on why most retail expansions are a "vanity show" for online brands. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or just looking for the truth behind the glamour of scaling a business, this conversation is a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and why knowing your "why" is the ultimate competitive advantage.Managed is a podcast/digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

On this week’s episode of Managed, Hannah is joined by actress, entrepreneur and TV personality Juliet Mayhew as she pulls back the curtain on her extraordinary life.From her rural Australian roots to the prestigious stages of the West End and her recent move into the world of reality TV, Juliet shares the pivotal moments that have defined her career. She discusses the realities of the modern entertainment industry, the vital importance of work ethic, and how she navigates the complexities of being a working mother. Whether you're an aspiring creative or looking for hard-won business wisdom, Juliet’s real, "what-you-see-is-what-you-get" approach offers a refreshing perspective on balancing ambition with integrity. Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

This week on Managed, Hannah sat down with Verity Park, a multi-hyphenate founder and creator economy expert obsessed with building businesses for and with creators. Verity details her journey from managing Grace Beverley and launching TALA at Gleam Futures, to shutting down her DTC company to build tbh talent, an agency she organically grew by building a personal brand online She’s giving a behind the scenes look into her innovative ventures: tbh, Creator Accountant, and rostr, a new CRM solving the industry's transparency and organisational issues. We discuss the philosophy behind developing talent, the decision to give her team 10% of the business, and why she believes the future of talent management requires founders to embrace their personal brand (cue the LinkedIn ‘ragebait)’. This episode is perfect for anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit who wants to know what it really takes to build a successful business and personal brand. Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age. Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age. Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com

In this episode of Managed, Hannah is joined by Ellie Carlile, the founder of Byellie, a multi-million-pound beauty brand she launched in 2021 with just £2,000. She pulls back the curtain on the unfiltered reality of scaling a 100% bootstrapped company, from becoming the woman behind the viral 30 million-view TikTok brow product to the extreme highs and lows that followed.Ellie shares her most critical financial rule for founders and reveals the harsh truth about launching into retail with partners like Sephora and Boots. Plus, she opens up about the brutal five-year slump that forced her to cut her business in half, and the importance of asking for help.This episode is perfect for bootstrapped founders, product-based businesses, and young entrepreneurs who want the unfiltered truth on scaling a brand, managing crisis, and navigating the challenging financial realities of major retail.Managed is a podcast/ digital show interviewing industry leaders across media, business, sports and more who found success at a young age.Hosted by talent agency owner Hannah Holland who founded HLD in 2019 at 24 years old, she has witnessed the struggles and less than Instagram-worthy realities of building a business to a 7 figure success at a young age.Follow Hannah Holland: https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseholland/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/managedpod/YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@hldtalent2655TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@managedpodHLD TALENT: https://hldtalent.com