In this episode, I sit down with Dodge Woodall, the mastermind behind Bournemouth 7s Festival, host of the Eventful Lives podcast, and a serial entrepreneur.
From selling nightclub tickets as a 10-year-old to building one of the UK's most successful independent festivals, Dodge shares his raw, unfiltered journey of risk-taking, resilience, and relentless ambition.
He shares the highs, lows, and brutal realities of entrepreneurship and how at one point, he had to remortgage his house, risking everything to keep his dream alive.
Tune in for real business lessons, and high-energy insights on building brands, the future of events, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and why he believes "naivety is a superpower."
About The Guest
Dodge Woodall is a British entrepreneur, festival founder, podcast host, and business mentor. He is best known as the creator of the Bournemouth 7s Festival, often called the "Sporting Glastonbury," attracting 30,000 attendees annually. He also hosts the Eventful Lives podcast, featuring inspiring guests from diverse backgrounds, ranking in the top 0.5% globally with over 100 million views.
With over 25 years of experience, Dodge has built successful brands in nightlife, events, and online education. He co-founded Event Crowd, an online events management course, and regularly shares business insights on social media.
