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Colmore in Conversation with Tim Haywood: From the Boardroom to the Vineyard

25 September 2026

Welcome to another episode of Colmore in Conversation. This time, long-standing client Tim Haywood joined me to discuss careers and creating a fulfilling life where learning never stops.

Drawing on decades of experience as FD of multiple FTSE-250 listed businesses, Tim reflects on also leading sustainability at a time when many saw it as incompatible with profitability. He explains why ethical practices and financial success can go hand in hand, offering a broader view of what makes a business successful.

After years in corporate roles, Tim and his wife, Bev, began to question whether they wanted to remain in the same comfortable routine. That reflection led them to Astley Vineyard, where they have built a family business rooted in sustainability and a new sense of purpose. They now also run a consultancy, helping others move into new careers and pursue long-held ambitions.

Tim’s insights are relevant at any stage of life – there is always a way to do the right thing while protecting your own happiness.

He was a pleasure to speak with, and I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I enjoyed recording it. Let us know which subjects you would like us to cover next, or if you would like to feature!

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