In this episode of The Vaillant Podcast, host Mike Lacey - Vaillant’s Head of Digital Technologies - interviews Jamie Quince-Starkey, entrepreneur and founder of Down To Earth Derby. Jamie’s mission is to bring nature-based regeneration to the heart of Derby, which is the main driving force of Down to Earth and it’s growing range of initiatives and events. What began as an idea in his own garden has grown into a thriving Community Interest Company (CIC), shaped along the way by mentorship from Sir Tim Smit, co-founder of the Eden Project.Throughout the episode, he shares his journey of starting Down to Earth, lessons he’s learned along the way and any advice he would give to anyone who’s thinking of starting their own business.Follow Down To Earth on Instagram at @dteregen @electricdaisyderbyWant to know more?For industry hot topics, stories and more about how Vaillant is supporting installers, please visit the news section of your myREWARDS account.Got a plumbing story you’d like to share? Get in touch Instagram or Facebook, or email us at
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