Podcast
Don't wait for your boat to come ashore, swim out and reach it - from Apprentice to M.D
Podcast
Don't wait for your boat to come ashore, swim out and reach it - from Apprentice to M.D

Matthew Pemrick, Managing Director of Cicor, shares his inspiring journey from apprentice to business leader. He explores how endurance sports like Ironman have shaped his approach to resilient leadership, building inclusive teams, and creating a positive, connected workplace culture.
Matthew Pemrick, Managing Director of Cicor, shares his journey from factory apprentice to business leader and how endurance sports like Ironman shaped his approach to leadership and resilience.
In this episode you will learn:
- How endurance training built mental toughness and business focus
- How to create inclusive teams by hiring the best talent
- Why empathy and visibility are key to a connected culture
- How purpose-driven leadership supports apprenticeships and communities
- Why you shouldn’t wait for opportunities — go out and make them happen
- Listen for practical lessons on resilience, culture, and leading with purpose.
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