The CSR Soapbox: Recent Episodes
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Fire and Security. Explained.We've launched our latest video series, CSR Soapbox, so we can collectively get to get a closer look at expert experiences, gain some unmissable advice from experienced hiring managers, and highlight the critical topics within the Fire & Security industry.One of those critical topics is the sector skill shortage. It's an issue that we want to get to the bottom of. And what better way to do so than chatting to some of the experts themselves?CSR Soapbox was created to arm the BD process. And as leaders of our industry, we can provide expert opinions, findings and solutions to the issues at hand. Combined with insight and advice from our guests, we’re actively combatting the industry’s critical topics one step at a time.You won't be disappointed with our hosts either, who are none other than Maddy Klecha and Leigh Feltham. Maddy is CSR’s Senior Business Development Manager and has over 4 years of experience. While Leigh is our Associate Director and brings a wealth of knowledge to CSR Soapbox.You can subscribe to our podcast on any of your favourite platforms, so you won't have to worry about missing anything we release
Welcome to season 2, episode 4 of CSR Soapbox! Today, we’re talking to Amanda Gowing and Richard Clarke, Directors at Sight Security Services. They talk extensively about what it was like starting a business right before Covid-19 lockdowns started, and how they managed to create a thriving organisation despite those challenges.
Amanda explains how important it’s been to value customer service and employee happiness during this time, while Richard gives great advice to any engineers who are starting out in Fire and Security.
If you’d like to chat to Amanda and Richard, or find out more about Sight Security Services, you can connect with them on LinkedIn.
Welcome to the latest exciting episode of CSR Soapbox! Today, we sat down to have an interesting chat with Dionne Fuller, HR Advisor at Optyma Security Systems Ltd. She’s an impressive woman with a lot to say on the topic of HR in the fire and security sector.
We discussed everything from staff retention in the current employment market and why people are currently leaving to how things have changed in the workplace since the beginning of the pandemic.
This insightful discussion is definitely worth listening to. If you’d like to reach out to Dionne to find out more, you can connect with her on LinkedIn.
For the latest addition to CSR Soapbox, we’re joined by Ric Martin, Technical/Operations Manager at Sensory Secure. Ric uses our platform to rewrite the narrative of fire and security as a fulfilling career path, stating that it may not be the traditional job a child dreams of, but can be a lucrative and exciting opportunity in later life.
By being both technical and commercially-minded, Ric performs well in every avenue within his job role, which gives him a well-rounded perspective of the industry. Sharing his wealth of knowledge with our listeners, Ric discusses the impact of Covid-19 on the sector, the best pieces of business advice he has received, and how he worked his way up to the position he is in today.
Listen to S02E02 now for more of Ric’s fire and security expertise.
Get in touch with Ric Martin.
Get in touch with Leigh Feltham.
We’re back with season 2 of CSR Soapbox, and our first guest is starting us off with a bang! We welcome James Oliver, Managing Director and Founder of Code Security Systems Ltd. With almost 25 years of experience in the industry, James has a wealth of knowledge to share in this insightful episode.
Alongside host Maddy Klecha, Head of Candidate Relations at CSR, James discusses the rise in skills shortages, manufacturing costs and customer expectations, and why running a business in today’s tough landscape isn’t for everyone.
Listen now to hear James’ refreshing honesty in this not-to-be-missed episode.
Get in touch with Maddy Klecha.
Get in touch with James Oliver.
We’re gathering some of the best industry professionals to give you a head start on the next year in fire and security.
During the webinar, we will discuss topics such as legislation and compliance, training and development with a particular focus on upskilling in light of the industry skills shortage, technology advancements in the fire and security industry, and more.
Hosted by Maddy Klecha and Leigh Fletham, we’ll talk to Paul Pope, Martin Watson, David Scott, and Richard Marshall about what 2022 has to offer. Trust us, this is one you don’t want to miss.