John Merriman
Small Business Owner in London, United Kingdom
20+ years proven track record in visionary leadership; founder of two Merton-based businesses currently employing 13 people; dynamic chairing of Merton Chamber of Commerce (2017-2022) and leadership across SME, charity and arts sectors.
Podcast co-host, online course presenter and founder of ‘Leading with Joy & Courage - Leadership Training for SMEs’
Fundraiser for Jigsaw4u; YoungMinds; Zimkids and MertonGiving
Regular speaker, motivator, host and facilitator at events, awards, universities & colleges
Host of over 100 events per year at Metronome (public galleries, training, talks, community events and music).
My two SME’s share three values: Sustainability, Accessibility and Community. I believe you can only build and support the wider community by first valuing, building and investing in a strong team.
Driving a mission to be London’s most accessible, sustainable & community-focused recording studio & event space.
Long-distance runner (Bournemouth Marathon 2019) and cyclist (London to Devon 2024); Spanish Camino walker (2025); Christian, former foster dad (through Merton) and proud parent