Elevating for Good – Chris Cooper on 600 Episodes of The Business Elevation show with guest host Mike Mooney

About this episode:

In this landmark 600th edition of The Business Elevation Show, celebrated author and reputation strategist Mike Mooney steps in as guest host to interview the show’s founder and long-time host Chris Cooper.

Since launching the show in 2011, Chris has built The Business Elevation Show into one of the longest-running podcasts in the world, with a global audience in over 50 countries and a legacy of 600 purpose-driven conversations. Over 14 years, Chris has interviewed some of the world’s most inspiring business minds, social innovators, and changemakers—creating a unique archive of insight and transformation.

In this special episode, Chris steps out from behind the mic to share:

• The most powerful lessons from 600 interviews with global leaders
• How the show has shaped his own views on leadership, energy, and purpose
• His journey from corporate boardrooms to becoming a strategic coach, speaker and connector
• The story behind The Elevation Collective, an exclusive community of wise, heart-led leaders dedicated to amplifying good in the world
• What it takes to sustain a meaningful platform for over a decade—and why now is the time for business to be a force for good

Warm, reflective and rich with insight, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about sustainable leadership, cultural impact, and creating a legacy that lifts others.

 

More about Chris Cooper

Chris Cooper is a highly respected behavioural strategist, mentor, facilitator, speaker and connector dedicated to elevating business success by developing leaders, empowering teams, and creating highly engaged business cultures.

Passionate about people, he founded ‘Chris Cooper Business Elevation’ which has helped organisations, from international brands like Diageo, Carlsberg, Barclays and KP Foods to over 40 companies in the insurance, financial services and hospitality sectors.

Since 2011, Chris has hosted the weekly Business Elevation Show on Voice America building an extensive network of global connections and a loyal audience spanning over 50 countries. It is of the longest running business podcasts in the world.

He also founded The Elevation Collective—an exclusive, invitation-only community of wise, heart-led international leaders and changemakers committed to doing more good in the world. Chris is a sought-after speaker and media contributor, frequently addressing topics such as ‘Elevating Leadership’ and ‘Elevating Energy in Business’.

He has co-authored two books, ‘The Power to Get Things Done (Whether You Feel Like It or Not)’, published by Penguin Random House (New York) and international best seller ‘Play the Game’.

With a career that began at global brands such as Mars, United Biscuits, and Punch—where he rose to board-level roles—Chris brings significant expertise and strategic insight to his work.

He lives in Leicestershire, England with his wife Ruth a GP and two teenage boys.

 

More about Mike Mooney

Mike Mooney developed a trusted reputation over 25 years in senior-leadership posts in the fast-paced and high-profile world of motorsports where he delivered dynamic business results and – more importantly to him – nurtured long-standing relationships.