In this episode, we sit down with Angus Macdonald, Co-Founder and Director at A&S International, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey in the lubricants and reliability sector, spanning innovation, sustainability, and the power of partnerships.Angus opens up about the pivotal decisions that shaped his path: leaving the security of corporate life, taking the leap to co-found a family business, and navigating the challenges and opportunities that came with growing A&S International from the ground up. It’s a story about trust, resilience, and vision but also about the personal moments that changed how Angus leads and lives today.🔍 What’s Inside:• Angus’s leap from corporate beginnings to co-founding A&S International and why embracing uncertainty became one of his greatest strengths• How personal values shaped his decision to build a sustainability-focused business tackling real-world problems like fuel efficiency and bioremediation• The reality of family business dynamics: navigating different perspectives, playing to each other’s strengths, and keeping relationships intact while growing globally• The mindset shifts Angus experienced when working with customers facing operational challenges and how empathy became central to his leadership• The role of partnerships, trust, and curiosity in opening new opportunities across multiple sectorsAngus’s journey is proof that personal growth and business growth go hand in hand. From moments of doubt to breakthrough wins, he shares openly how building a purpose-led company has shaped his leadership, relationships, and outlook on life.Big Themes:• Sustainability at the heart of modern lubrication• Balancing innovation with strong family-business values• Driving reliability and efficiency through smarter solutions• Finding purpose and resilience through personal challenges• Building lasting relationships and global partnershipsWhy Listen?This is more than a business conversation, it’s a story of courage, connection, and creating impact. Angus reveals the lessons he’s learned along the way: why purpose matters as much as profit, how staying curious opens doors, and why relationships remain the true currency of success in a rapidly evolving sector.📲 Where to Connect:• Angus Macdonald on LinkedIn• A&S International Website▶️ Listen now to hear Angus’s personal journey and discover how he’s helping shape a more sustainable, innovative, and customer-focused lubricants industry.

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