Open4Business from NLive Radio: Recent Episodes
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NLive Radio's Open4Business (Open for Business) Podcast, the interviews, discussion and more from our weekly radio show. Cut up into bite size chunks.
The show is presented by Adrian Pryce DL a Senior Academic in Strategy & International Business at the University of Northampton and one of the Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire Deputies.
Adrian interviews the movers and shakers in the town and county to shine a light on the best of local business, charity and community initiatives.
Cllr Rebecca Breeze is the West Northants Council Cabinet Member responsible for Strategic Planning, Built Environment & Rural Affairs, and here she talks about her career, her work and its long term natiue plus and the major issues she faces on behalf of local citizens.
Driving industry change and sustainability is the mission of Deborah Taylor, founder and MD of the Sustainable Leather Foundation CIC, which recently held its annual summit at the University of Northampton, from where Deborah reports on the event, the key issues and the work of the Foundation. See https://sustainableleatherfoundation.com/
Executive job hunting in mid-career has its challenges, as high flying Oxford graduate Simon Gilchrist attests following his career break. Despite a stellar CV and a top Warwick MBA, it is not easy to find a suitable new role - but this story does have a happy ending!
Entrepreneur and publisher Martin Lewis-Stephenson speaks about how he acquired and relaunched Northamptonshire's Business Times, and how his media business, the Pulse Media Group, is expanding - and the strategy and approach behind it. Seehttps://pulsemediagroup.co.uk/
Guest presenter Rachel Mellows with special interviews all about the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards
JA Knight & Son Farmers Ltd is a successful family run business based near Walgrave, Northamptonshire. Since taking over the farm, Matt has transformed the way the land is farmed using both modern technology to reduce chemical and fertiliser additions as well as changing land use to encourage wildlife and biodiversity. The farm has planted 8 acres of woodland as well as enabling the creation of a ‘nature corridor’ from the farm to Pitsford Reservoir.
Contact - 01604 781630 & www.jaknightfarms.co.uk
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 5th December 2023
Guest presenter Rachel Mellows with special interviews allabout the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards
Kamil Podgorski won the Canapé of the Year award for his ‘Autumn Sonata’ – a cored scone, filled with autumn raspberry chutney and topped with parmesan and mint that was served to guests arriving at the Awards dinner.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 5thDecember 2023
Guest presenter Rachel Mellows with special interviews allabout the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards
The Palmichael has been owned and run by the Palmiero family since 1981. Michael heads the kitchens and sister Maria runs the front of house. Their priorities are clear and simple: fine authentic Italian food and great friendly service.
Using the very best quality Italian and British ingredients – the finest Italian DOC Parma ham; Parmigiano Reggiano; buffalo mozzarella, fantastic egg pasta; tender 28-day dry aged Hereford steaks, freshly prepared fish and seafood from UK ports including Brixham, Plymouth and Billings gate market, freshly roasted coffee from Well Roasted roastery in Market Harborough and Warner Edwards Dry and Flavoured Gins from Falls Farm in Harrington.
The Palmichael aims to support local small businesses by sourcing their fresh food and drink as locally as possible and Northamptonshire has some of the best fresh produce to offer.
Available to book for lunch and dinner reservations it offers the perfect setting for group bookings, whether you are entertaining friends, having a business meeting, or hosting a party. The versatile space can host parties for up to 30 guests dining or 50 for drinks and Cicchetti, with direct access to the bar this venue is a great area for receptions.
Contact Info : 01536 723641 - www.thepalmichael.co.uk
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 5thDecember 2023
Our series of interviews with local government councillors continues, with an engaging chat with Cllr David Smith, Cabinet Member for Community Safety, Engagement and Regulatory Services at West Northants Council. David talks about his varied career as a serial entrepreneur and for the past few years in politics, with a spell in France as wine maker and elite cycling along the way.
Martin spoke to Marco Gundermann the University of Northamptons Head of Economics, international relations and development at the Faculty of Business and Law all about last weeks autumn statement. What does it mean for general public, winners and losers, and what the political implications are for next years expected general election.
Silverstone Technology Cluster's CEO Pim Van Baarsen reports direct from STC's annual Innovation and Growth Conference, with details of the keynote speakers and a new initiative to address the skills gap in engineering. See https://www.silverstonetechnologycluster.com/
With news of an excellent new concept at their Thrapston base, catering kitchen and equipment specialist WhitCo's CEO Vita Whitaker talks about the vision behind this new initiative, and how it will become a base to bring industry and education closer together to drive skills and innovation. Seewww.whitcoltd.com
The popular and well-known Northants & Milton Keynes Chambers of Commerce Group Commercial Director Sunny Singh gives an update on the latest Chamber activities, with a finger on the pulse of the mood around the region, also sharing details of the Northamptonshire Business Awards and Next Generation initiative. See https://northants-chamber.co.uk/
West Northants Councillor Malcom Longley has cabinet responsibility overseeing finance and here he talks about how his long career in business has prepared him to bring strong financial and budgeting disciplines to the new unitary authority. See www.westnorthants.gov.uk
Musical Director and maestro Stephen Bell, founder of Red Kite Training, talks about how he is bringing his executive development, management training and motivational skills to bear in Be. Partners Ltd, a new venture and coalition of six partners coming together with a range of products and services to help organisations deliver real, lasting and positive impact in their people, planet, place, productivity and profit. Seewww.bepartners.org
Recently retired University of Northampton subject head and senior lecturer Alistair Sutton and his successor Tiju Kodiyat reflect on teaching and managerial duties in a University environment and howe the demands of the job - and the students - are evolving.
Entrepreneur Emma Rose, landlady of The Coach House Inn and The Royal Oak in Rutland, talks about the transition from teaching business in a university to doing it and how her business philosophy guides her in creating welcoming community inns. See https://www.thecoachhouseinn.co.uk/ andhttps://www.royaloakduddington.com/
Celebrating the company's 65th Anniversary Cosworth's CEO and Chairman of he Board Hal Reisiger talks about the history and success of this jewel in the crown of Northamptonshire, a well-known brand in high performance engineering and motorsport, and reveals some insights into his management approach as an American working in the UK. See https://www.cosworth.com/
Listen to Dominic Masterson Chartered MCSI, Chief Exec of the Northants based Commsave Credit Union who treating their role in banking, finance and money as a service, with a high customer service and employee-focused philosophy.
Argentine born Julian Coronati discusses his ambitions and role with the Barcelona-based strategic sourcing company S3 Group, following his Master's degree in Italy, and, despite rising geo-political tensions, talks about the continuing importance and success of China as a source of products and components - and how other countries struggle to match the Chinese speed of response, service levels and competitive pricing
On this episode, we hear about life in the fast lane (via Eagles - see what I did there!) from Dr. Roger Barker, Director of Policy & Governance at the influential Institute of Directors (IoD) talking about representing business people in his regular contacts with Government.
We continue our series of interviews with the West Northamptonshire Council Cabinet, this time joined by Cllr Phil Larratt who is responsible for highways and transport (think potholes!) and waste - with an appeal to litterbugs everywhere.
Julie Abraham, CEO of Richer Sounds talks about her career journey to the top of Richer Sounds, a successful now employee-owned business founded by Julian Richer, The Ethical Capitalist. Julie talks about the values and principles underpinning the companies success and her management style.
Continuing our close look at local government, University of Northampton graduate Cllr Mike Hallam talks about his career and current political life having cabinet responsibility for Corporate Services at the West Northants Unitary Authority Councillors. Mike is responsible for Customer Services, HR, Legal and Democratic Services and Digital, Technology & Innovation strategies of the local authority where he champions a be kind and be accessible approach. See https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/
Multi-talented Dr Johnny Wake DL celebrates winning the prestigious The Royal Agricultural Society's Bledisloe Gold Medal, awarded for outstanding achievement in the successful land management and development of an agricultural estate. The historic Courteenhall Estate has been in his family for hundreds of years and Johnny gave up his medial career to take over the management of Courteenhall. Not content with environmental issues, Johnny also talks about his voluntary and community work, including serving on the board of St Andrew's Healthcare and starting a charity New Leaf Learning.
With dual Belgian-US nationality, following his MBA at one of the world's top business schools, IESE in Barcelona, international digital management expert Filip Fontaine has led a full career in large corporate as well as start-up businesses in the tech sector, after packing up everything to head towards Silicon Valley in its early days where he landed on his feet at the start of e-bay - and he hasn't looked back since!See https://www.mindrops.com/about-us/team
If you want something done ask a busy person! Miranda Wixon DL gets things done, including organising 45,000 meals during Covid. To coincide with its launch on 18th October, Miranda talks about her latest project, the Northamptonshire VCSE Assembly, the voice of the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector, which is democratically run under 14 thematic areas. See https://vcse-assembly.co.uk/
Born and bred in Northampton and from a well-known local business family, Councillor Matt Golbytalks about his career and work as the Councillor with Cabinet responsibility for Adult Social Care and Public Health, some of the key initiatives in his area as well as his aspirations in office - and how he keeps his ear to the ground! See https://westnorthants.moderngov.co.uk/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=164
Frazer Arnott from All Things Business has his finger on the pulse and shares an upbeat mood amongst Northamptonshire businesses as well as plenty of activity his firm are in terms of upcoming business excellence and education award nights, the monthly All Things Business magazine and a Technology Roundtable. See https://allthingsbusiness.co.uk/about-us/
Following the loss of her son, Lucy Smith founded Thomas's Fund in 2007 and here she talks about the charity with Esther Mitchell, Lead Music Therapist and the power and importance of its music therapy sessions for children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions - with an appeal to both businesses and individuals to help fund this valuable service. See https://www.thomassfund.org/
Now based in the USA, futurist Gil Agnew MBA reflects on his career and international corporate experience which he then gave up to study and pursue deeper self-awareness and spiritual intelligence, with evidence-based insights into the coming Age of Aquarius and the positive meaning and hope it represents for humanity in these volatile time. See https://www.newinnergy.com/aboutgilagnew and https://www.wholeworld-view.org/
He talks about his role as a coroner as well as his career path, taking him from humble beginnings in a minority ethnic background to a successful legal practice and recognition for his role in community service - an example for all young people. See https://sp-law.co.uk/
In the first of new series interviewing all the West Northamptonshire Councillors with Cabinet responsibility, Adrian talks with Cllr Dan Lister about his career, his Cabinet responsibilities for economic development, the controversial Market Square development and market displacement and his hopes and aspirations for the future od Northampton town and county. See https://westnorthants.moderngov.co.uk/mgUserInfo.aspx?UID=365
International entrepreneur Benn Klewpatinond talks about his mixed Thai-Scottish origins, plus his journey to running his Inond, his own 'product realisation' business as well as his his business philosophy and how he balances work with his personal life.
See https://www.inond.com
Does ChatGPT confuse you? Not sure how to embrace it? The University's Head of Learning Technology, Rob Howe, gives a very clear explanation of what it is and where it has come from, as well as an insight into his role at the University supporting both students and staff, his career and his thoughts on future technological developments - and how he keeps up with it ball!
Local entrepreneur Shehnaaz Latif is an Impact Practitioner, working with UK charities, trusts, foundations and commissioners, and increasingly, with SMEs, providing training, consultancy and coaching support on the Theory of Change, defining outcomes and collecting, analysing and reporting on key impact data. She is also a wellness coach, and in this interview shares insights into her career, working life and philosophy. See https://tootservices.co.uk/
Ben Thomas, Founder All Things Business Magazine and MD of Giant Digital Marketing Agency talks about his motivation for doing the Great North Run for charity and his many various community initiatives. See https://allthingsbusiness.co.uk/
He talks about multi-stakeholder collaboration between local authorities, charities and business to create special places for 9-19 year olds. Phil is a guest speaker at the next ICRS Northants Hub meeting on 13th October by the UON's Centre for Sustainable Business Practices - free, all welcome!
Robert talks about the upcoming charity ride, now in its 9th year, having raised £250k since inception. See https://www.northamptonhopecentre.org.uk/event/ride-for-hope-2023/
Making a difference and changing the world!Barry Crisp, a lecturer in entrepreneurship and marketing at the University of Northampton is also the Marketing Director for the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces.
In this podcast talks about his career, his work and family connections to Japan where he has lived, and the background, history, ambitions and highlights of the recent successful Global Healthy Workplace summit held at the University of Northampton.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 12th September 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
For a thoughtful and clear view on how business should assess its wider social impacts, hear Global Healthy Workplace panellist Vincent Siegerink talk about his work asan Economist & Policy Analyst in the OECD's WISE (Well-Being, Inclusion, Sustainability and Equal Opportunity) Centre.
Vincent is responsible for work on the measurement of the non-financial performance of firms, to align official statistics of stakeholder well-being with business measures. He supports the Business 4 Inclusive Growth (B4IG) Coalition and acts as the OECD lead on the Impact Management Platform, which is dedicated to standardising social impact measurement. See https://www.oecd.org/wise/ and https://www.oecd.org/inclusive-growth/businessforinclusivegrowth/
Originally broadcast Tuesday 12th September 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Listen to insights into the challenges of mental health in the workplace with Amy Browne, a speaker at the Global Health Workplace Summit held at the University of Northampton.
Amy is the Stewardship Lead at CCLA Investment Management, leading the development of the CCLA Corporate Mental Health Benchmark. This fascinating work assesses and ranks more than 200 listed companies on their mental health disclosure, thus drawing attention to the issues. Amy is a passionate and articulate champion for best practice. See https://www.ccla.co.uk/mental-health
Originally Broadcast 12th September 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Healthy workplaces is something of interest to us all. Northants-based entrepreneur and lecturer Tommy Hutchinson is the founder of the Global Healthy Workplace Summit, which is now in its 11th year. Having travelled around the world via the US, Italy, Brazil and China, this year's Summit is being held on 31st Aug-1st September at the University of Northampton, addressing issues such as working from home, the 4-day week and best practice in taking care of employees for a better work life balance as well as productivity.
Originally broadcast on 27th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Finance people do have a heart! Listen to Cameron Waldron, founder and partner of successful New England Financial Solutions Ltd, independent financial advisers, talking about his business model, philosophy and management approach - and how he is also passionate about promoting financial wellbeing for all through his Financial Wellbeing Foundation, with a rigorous evidence-based approach to building control, resilience and confidence no matter how wealthy you are.
Originally broadcast 27th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Listen again to the EOA Employee Ownership Association's CEO, James de la Vingne, talking about the fast-growing and fascinating EO sector, its benefits and how it is attracting politicians of both left and right as it addresses all the weaknesses of short term shareholder capitalism through a long term stakeholder focus that gives employees voice, engagement and a real, stake in their business.
Repeat broadcast on the 20th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Hear about one of the UK's leading employee-owned businesses and the benefits of EO from Michael Hodgson, Chair of GLIDE, the employee ownership board representing shareholders at Sheffield based the Gripple, Loadhog & GoTools group, and learn how their governance structure helps drive productivity, innovation and success.
Originally broadcast 20th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
A man on a mission! Hear Jordan Letts, the Northampton Saints Foundation's Head of Foundation and Social Inclusion Lead, talk about his work and how passionate he is about helping young people at risk of falling off the educational ladder. Having personal experience of the issues, this articulate young man has got his life on track and become a superb role model for 00s of young people in Northamptonshire and beyond.
Originally broadcast 20th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
It's all About You - as McFly sang - and this is the approach espoused by West Northants Councillor Adam Brown, Deputy Leader with Cabinet responsibility for Housing, Culture and Leisure. In an extended interview Adam talks about his path to the top, and how his Northants roots are so important to him. And also hear what keeps him awake at night!
Originally Broadcast 14th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Royally celebrating success! Listen to Paul Bridgen, Sales Director at Daventry-based Viridian Nutrition who have just awarded the King's Award for Enterprise (KAE) for International Trade. Paul talks the company and its ethical, pure, vegan and organic product range as well as his career, the KAE application process, and the immediate benefits to be gained.
Originally Broadcast 14th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
To help overcome invisibility, stigma, mental anxiety and daily challenges, Sends4Dad is a Northampton-based community-run support group for dads and male carers who have a child with special educational needs and/or disabilities. Listen to founder Paul Meadows talk about the group he set up when his son was diagnosed with autism, and hear Paul along with school teacher and musicianJames Carroll talk about an upcoming concert in aid of this worthy cause - see Dadstock!
Originally Broadcast 14th June 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Second time round for Lewis James, the CEO of Daventry-based Brian James Trailers, 2023 Kings Award for Enterprise winners in the International Trade category. Lewis talks about his family company, career preparation and the importance of recognition through the King's Awards, and how it has helped drive rapid sales growth in international markets. See https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230419005093/en/First-King%E2%80%99s-Award-for-Enterprise-to-Brian-James-Trailers
Guy Schanschieff DL MBE, the founder of the fast-growing reusable nappy company Bambino Mio, talks about his work for the Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire to promote the King's Awards for Enterprise. As a KAE award winner, Guy now support local companies in the application process so successfully that this year Northants had 4 award winners. Learn about the benefits of this prestigious award. See https://www.gov.uk/kings-awards-for-enterprise
UK based yet much travelled Nadine Rose works on humanitarian and ESG issues in Africa, with a focus on women in agriculture, and shares insights into her career and latest role as ESG Programme Manager for ESS sustainability consultants based in Dakar, Senegal. See https://essustainability.com/
Mita Unalkat - Love Your Presence - new shop launch
Northants entrepreneur and welllbeing expert Mita Unalkat talks about the challenges of her young business, Love Your Presence, and her latest initiative in taking on a new premises with a treatment room and range of wellbeing accessories.
Originally Broadcast 16th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
James Saunders Watson LL, Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire on the King Charles' Coronation
With a prime seat in Westminster Abbey, James Saunders Watson, the Lord-Lieutenant and monarch's representative in Northamptonshire, shares anecdotes from his memorable day at the Coronation, with some reflections on the focus King Charles
Alex Goldsmith - CEO - Medigold Health
Having just signed his largest merger and acquisition after months of negotiation, almost doubling the size of the business, Alex Goldsmith talks about the rationale behind the deal and his approach to the hard work which now begins to ensure a successful integration to create one of the UK's largest occupational health and therapy service providers
Originally Broadcast 16th May 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jenny Hererra - CEO - Good Business Charter
Following her attendance at the University of Northampton's Sustainability Summit, panellist Jenny Herrera comments on the focus and importance of the event as well as giving an update on the Good Business Charter and its hopes for the creation of the first county-wide place-based scheme in Northamptonshire.
Originally Broadcast 16th May 2023 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northamptonshire's very own Pavarotti, Joshua Daniel aka The Tenor from Kettering, talks about his life in, and he business of, music as a professional singer and music director. With his Welsh roots, inspired by hero Pavarotti, find out about Joshua's upcoming concerts - and the importance of music in times of challenge and adversity. See www.thetenorsinger.co.uk
Originally broadcast 29th November 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Director Mohammad and Managing Director Nick Smith of Northampton-based Archways Real Estate talk about their very modern approach to real estate agency and development, all backed by a strong and growing social conscience and purpose-driven ethos which underpins all their activities - supporting the local authorities in their 'place-making' strategy for revitalising the town.
Originally broadcast on 29th November 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Colin Richardsonwon a new category for 2022, Outstanding Contribution to Food & Drink in Northamptonshire, an award sponsored by All Things Business. Colin has played a remarkable role in taking on iconic venues such as The Charles Bradlaugh, The Picturedrome and The Black Bottom Club and changing them to be both award winning and popular with the public. He has influenced the development of the town which just reflects his drive and determination. www.thecharlesbradlaugh.com
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Paul Hewer from Hibiscus Fine Dining, Gold Award winners for both Booker Dining of the Year and Whitco Chef of the year with Head Chef Bart Polinski. Set in the beautiful Billiard room of Delapre Abbey, an AA rosette awarded restaurant that showcases the very best seasonal and locally sourced produce. Our judges said ‘exquisite flavour and presentation of dishes with some of the best food we’ve eaten’. This would be a place to come for a special occasion. https://tomhewercatering.com/hibiscus
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Paul Hunt of The Curious Vegan Company won our Gold Award with their Oinkin’ Pattie in our Artisan Local Vegetarian/Vegan Product sponsored by Daily Bread. Based in Horton, this company is growing in the range of products available and their customer base. The judges said ‘tastes like pork, smells lovely and sagey and one judge said “This is a really innovative vegan product as I haven’t seen or tasted any other sausage meat type products this good. Fab product.” www.syanfarms.com
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Artur Dzerins from Electric Pavilion One of four Gold Award Booker Dining Venues of the Year and Silver Award winner in the Whitco Chef of the Year category. Electric Pavilion opened earlier in the year and with their passion for pushing great local produce and supporting community it is one to visit. Electric Pavilion wowed judges with their simple yet skilfully executed menu, not forgetting the delicious cocktails. http://www.electricpavilion.co.uk/
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Katie Steele from Towcester Community Larder Gold Award winners of Local Food Hero sponsored by Moulton College. Established in January 2021, they are passionately led with an ethos that food poverty must not stand. Their work with Silverstone Circuits to rescue food that would be wasted, with their ambition to highlight rural food poverty was commended. Their membership programme provides access to groceries at heavily discounted rates. Rescuing across a number of businesses and outlets about 100 tonnes of food this year. www.towfood.org.uk
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Echo Morris, one of the Gold Award winners of the F&D College Student of the Year sponsored by The Mallows Company. Currently studying Level 3 Supervisory and Management course with a passion for Cocktails. The judges commented on Echo’s confident, infectious energy and her natural and warm ability for hospitality. They can’t wait to see her as a mixology Queen.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest Host Rachel Mallows talks to some of the winners of the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards 2022
Raman Pathak from Mewar Haveli, Gold Award winner in the World Cuisine Restaurant of the Year sponsored by British Pepper and Spice based in Northampton. A fine dining Indian restaurant on the Wellingborough Road with a team with experience of five-star hotels and other continents. Chefs have travelled miles of rural and urban India in search of traditional and homemade cooking recipes. The judges said ‘It delighted from the start. It was elevated above the norm with fun, finesse and know-how by a team who clearly love what they are doing.’ www.mewarhaveli.co.uk
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 22nd November 2022
Guest host for Open4Business Jay Baughan - Social Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of Northampton speaks to The Reach for Health Centre.
The Reach for Health Centre Ltd has been a registered charity since 2010 but located and operating within Daventry since 1994.
For over 28 years, The Reach for Health Centre model has evolved, specifically focused upon working with those experiencing various minor to major health conditions and providing extensive prehabilitation and rehabilitation services to members who have reached the end of available NHS care provisions. This is enhanced by community health facilitation which reduces NHS costs, by focusing upon use of its leading-edge methodology and practice to support community Active Healthy Ageing.
With the strategic support of the University of Northampton’s social entrepreneur in residence, having established the scalability of the Daventry Centre as a viable “social business model”, the Trustees seek to create geographic clusters of 5 centres within five areas of England. Here how they see more communities can benefit from a Reach for Health centre support, and how this will transform community health and save the NHS millions of pounds in future years.
Originally broadcast August 2022
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, welcomes an alumna of the University of Northampton's MA International Tourism Development programme to talk about the management of nature-based tourism in the Nene Valley and opportunities to engage in upcoming wellbeing activities in this area.
Originally Broadcast April 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, talks to Hulda Adao, Programmes Officer at Church of England (Education Office) about how the University of Northampton Events Management degree course helped prepare her for her current role.
First broadcast on NLive Radio on the 10th May 2022.
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, talks to Nina Gandy, Lead Corporate Partnerships Fundraiser at the Northamptonshire-based Cynthia Spencer Hospice charity, about her career in running small and large scale events in Northamptonshire and how the University of Northampton Events Management degree course supported her in achieving her career goals.
First broadcast on NLive Radio on the 10th May 2022.
Guest editor, Claire Leer, talks to Kevin Shapland, Founder and Managing Director of CJS Event Solutions, and Elly Lacatusu, University of Northampton events management student currently on placement with CJS Events, about their experiences of student placement year.
First broadcast on NLive Radio on the 10th May 2022.
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, talks to 2015/16 BA Events Management graduate, Aisha Francis, Senior Event Manager at Proud Events, about how the University of Northampton Events Management degree course helped her build her career in festival management.
First broadcast on NLive Radio on 10th May 2022.
These episodes of Open for Business had Hayley Henderson the Human Resource Management Programme Leader at the University of Northampton. Dean discusses his career and personally shares some of the very challenging experiences he has had over the course of his life and career. Dean reflects on his current role and how he hopes to be inspiring current and future business professionals.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on 12thApril 2022.
These episodes of Open for Business had Hayley Henderson the Human Resource Management Programme Leader at the University of Northampton. Clare talks about her extensive background in HR and shares experiences of her journey from the corporate world into education alongside some of the current issues relevant to the world of work pre and post pandemic.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on 12th April 2022.
These episodes of Open for Business had Hayley Henderson the Human Resource Management Programme Leader at the University of Northampton. A super insightful conversation around health and wellbeing in relation to developing an Active Campus and the impact that exercise can have on our own wellbeing. Peter discusses his own wellbeing practices and shares stories and experiences of exercise to inspire others to become more active!
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on 12thApril 2022.
These episodes of Open for Business had Jay Baughan the University of Northamptons Social Entrepreneur in Residence as the guest host, he spoke to James Wright, the lead Mental Health Coordinator at the Frank Bruno Foundation. James is also the strategic lead at the Foundation , developing their 5-year sustainability model within the Changemaker Incubator to enable them to operate as a business whilst remaining a charity. James bring over 25 years of public, private and third sector mental health expertise to this conversation, where we explore the value to their Foundation of being supported to evolve and sustain what they do within the Changemaker Incubator.
These episodes of Open for Business had Jay Baughan the University of Northamptons Social Entrepreneur in Residence as the guest host, he spoke Prof. Richard Hazenberg, UON’s lead expert in Social Innovation and Impact at the University, and his Social Impact Matrix® (SIM) is quickly becoming the defacto framework for Aid Agencies, NGOs and government departments for identifying tangible socioeconomic impact evolving from public and 3rd sector services/projects – shaping policy making and investment. Richard and I have worked closely to incorporate the SIM into the Changemaker Incubator to now welcome police, fire, NHS, schools’ and councils’ procurement bodies to align and measure supplier social value as impact as part of a county social impact alliance with UON – with the Changemaker Incubator being the structure of the support for, and measurement of voluntary, charity and social enterprise activity across the county.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on 5th April 2022.
Greg Guilford, CEO of Northants-based HR Solutions, talks about his career and business philosophy, with its enlightened approach to social and people factors which he also guides his clients about, and also shares insights from their recent survey of SMEs, with an upbeat 77% respondents expecting to see an increase in turnover in 2022. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregguilford/ and https://www.hrsolutions-uk.com/ and for the SME Business Survey https://www.hrsolutions-uk.com/sme-business-survey/
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on 29th March 2022.
Ballyhoo PR's founder and director Emma Speirs talks about the role of PR, how her business has coped under Covid and the importance of staff wellbeing, which has led to Ballyhoo's becoming a finalist in the Wellbeing Award category of the East Midlands round of the FSB Federation of Small Business's Celebrating Small Business Awards 2022. See https://ballyhoo-pr.co.uk/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmaspeirs/
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on 29th March 2022.
Professor Shan Wareing, Deputy Vice Chancellor of the University, gives the University of Northampton's perspective on the current strike action in the higher education sector, its approach to staff concerns and the factors the University takes into account in balancing its responsibilities to staff, students alongside the sustainability of the organisation. See https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/governance-and-management/management/office-of-the-vice-chancellor/deputy-vice-chancellor/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/professor-sh%C3%A2n-wareing-4761a016/
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on the 29th March 2022.
Dr Nick Cartwright, Senior Lecturer in Law and UCU (Universities & Colleges Union) branch chair at the University of Northampton, talks about the current strike action in the higher education sector, the nature of and reasons behind it - at both national as well as local level - as well as the demands of the union role alongside his teaching. See https://www.northampton.ac.uk/directories/people/nick-cartwright/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nick-cartwright-54187280/
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio on the 29th March 2022.
Economics expert Marco Gundermann, Subject Lead at the University of Northampton's Faculty of Business & Law, shares his views on the Chancellor's recent Spring Statement, highlighting his concerns and what he would do if he were the Chancellor. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-gundermann-43289b89/ and https://www.northampton.ac.uk/directories/people/marco-gundermann/
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on Nlive Radio on the 29th March 2022.
Senior politics lecturer at the University of Northampton, David Waller, discusses the situation in Ukraine with clear and articulate insights into the geo-political, military and economic issues that need to be considered at this time of great concern and uncertainty as well as disruption to the world as well as the devastation on the lives of Ukrainian citizens. See https://www.northampton.ac.uk/directories/people/david-waller/
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio
With an international focus, Dutch-born Astrid de Visser, CEO of Interzorg, an elderly care foundation based in the Netherlands, talks about her life and career, the importance of her MBA from IESE in Barcelona and how it has shaped her approach to business with the people-based values she has drawn on throughout her successful career in financial services as well as healthcare. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/astrid-odile-de-visser/ and https://www.interzorg.nl/
Originally broadcast 15th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Julie Warner, founder of Warner Recruitment, started her specialist finance & accounting recruitment business under Covid with business no booming such that her business, life and dance partner are now working together and strictly in step helping local companies. See https://www.warnerrecruitment.co.uk/about-us and https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-warner-recruitment/
Originally broadcast 15th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Business woman Jane Chappell, who runs a cyber-security form and is also the Chair of the Northamptonshire Reserve Forces & Cadet Association, talks about her career and how formative her military service has been in her life, and the work of RFCA with businesses and the benefits - and importance - of firms signing up for the Armed Forces Covenant to support reservists and help veterans and their families who have given so much and who have so much to offer. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-chappell/ and https://eastmidlandsrfca.co.uk/employer-engagement-supporting-reservists/Army as well aswww.armedforcescovenant.gov.uk
Originally broadcast 15th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Amanda Lowther, this year's Welsh-born High Sheriff of Northamptonshire, reflects on her year as High Sheriff, as it comes to an end in April, and tells how impressed and inspired he has been by the many people and charities working so hard in the County for the benefit of our community, as well as her plans for the future, continuing to support local causes as well as a return to her own art business.
Originally Broadcast 1st March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
To celebrate St David's day and, the Patron Saint of Wales, we interview Sian Lesley, a Welsh exile now living in the Portuguese island of Madeira where, after a long career as a singer, dancer, entertainer and show girl in both Las Vegas, Paris, she and her partner have a property business and run a restaurant with cabaret where Sian still regularly performs.
Originally Broadcast 1st March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Paul Cunningham, Business Enterprise & Community Manager at the new recently opened HMP Five Wells talks about the nature and philosophy of the prison and how it is revolutionising the help, training and opportunities given to residents (not prisoners) in the last two years of their sentences, preparing them for reentry into community life through extensive training, enterprise and work experience opportunities.
Originally Broadcast 1st March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
To mark International Womens Day, Karen Jones - Dean of the Business and Law Faculty at the University of Northampton guest hosts Open4Business speaking to influential Women from Civic, Business and Society.
Becky Bradshaw Executive Director of Estates and Facilities at the University of Northampton talks about what she does in that role , her career journey and her motivation whilst working in what is essentially still a male orientated world.
Originally Broadcast 8th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
To mark International Womens Day, Karen Jones - Dean of the Business and Law Faculty at the University of Northampton guest hosts Open4Business speaking to influential Women from Civic, Business and Society.
Morcea Walker MBE and recently appointed Vice Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire talks about her early life , her strong female role models and her continuance of her family’s tradition of a strong community focus.
Originally Broadcast 8th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
To mark International Womens Day, Karen Jones - Dean of the Business and Law Faculty at the University of Northampton guest hosts Open4Business speaking to influential Women from Civic, Business and Society.
Councillor Rufia Ashraf Mayor of Northampton talks about her role as Mayor as a local Councillor and her role as leader of the local Bangladeshi Community
Originally Broadcast 8th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
To mark International Womens Day, Karen Jones - Dean of the Business and Law Faculty at the University of Northampton guest hosts Open4Business speaking to influential Women from Civic, Business and Society.
Colleen Rattigan Chief of Staff at Northants Police tells us what it is like to be a non-uniformed member of staff at Northants police., her role as Chief of Staff and her career journey into that role.
Originally Broadcast 8th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Frazer Arnott from the All Things Business magazine has his finger on the pulse of the business community, sharing the topics and issues that have caught his eye in the past month - and how he beleves that small and medium sized businesses are getting their 'mojo' back! See https://www.linkedin.com/in/frazer-arnott-948b1551/ and https://allthingsbusiness.co.uk/
Originally Broadcast 22nd Feb on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dancer, yoga teacher and University Senior Lecturer Hayley Henderson - soon to be Dr Henderson as she completes her PhD - talks about her many interests and activities, and how she brings wellbeing to life in her university teaching as well as her new business and how she manages her time in taking up as many personal challenges as she can to take her out of her comfort zone! See https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-henderson-b-a-hons-m-sc-fhea-ab201328/
Originally Broadcast 22nd Feb on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dr Alison Hulme, an Associate Professor at the University of Northampton, talks about her life and career, and her varied research and publication interests, borne of a ceaseless curiosity into people and culture. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-alison-hulme-4a906116/
Originally Broadcast 22nd Feb on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Economist Marco Gundermann, Head of Economics at the University of Northampton, shares his latest thinking on the economy and government policy, and gives details of a recent personal accolade following his appointment to an important national panel task with reviewing the teaching of economic at universities throughout the UK. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-gundermann-43289b89/
Originally Broadcast 22nd Feb on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Susan Rose of Susan Rose China is a talented artist, who trained at the the Central School of Art and Design in London. Inspired by the beauty of nature which reflects in her work, she discusses her business and vocation in life, coping with Covid and her hopes for the coming Jubilee year. See https://www.susanrosechina.co.uk/
Originally Broadcast 8th Feb on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Next Generation, an innovative initiative of the Northampton Chamber of Commerce, brings together young professionals in the county to meet and discuss career and business issues in a safe place, helping to prepare them for effective networking and career management. In this episode Adrian talks to the Next Gen Chair Hannah Brady of The Brady Creative, and three of her new committee members - Nina Gandy of the Cynthia Spencer charity, Imran Ilias of Wilson Browne solicitors and Jamie Cochrane of PBC Business Recovery & Insolvency Practitioners. See https://www.northants-chamber.co.uk/who-we-are/next-generation-chamber
Originally Broadcast 8th Feb on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, chats to Claire Drakeley, Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for the BA Events Management programme, about her 'side hustle' 80% Awesome, drawing on Lean Agile principles to manage personal effectiveness. Visit https://80percentawesome.co.uk/ for more details of workshops and resources available.
Originally broadcast 15th Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
In this follow-up conversation, guest editor Ivna Reic, delves deeper into challenges and opportunities for the place branding of Northamptonshire, and the implications for policy making to drive this agenda forward. The conversation is based on Dr Shalini Bisani's doctoral research project.
Originally broadcast 15th Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Guest editor, Ivna Reic talks to Anna Borley-Russell and Alan Lovell, Senior Lecturers and Programme Leaders for Tourism programmes at the University of Northampton, about how they incorporate Sustainable Development Goals into the programme curricula.
Originally broadcast 15th Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jon Thorpe, founder and MD and Connor Slasberg, Technology Consultant of ACS Office Solutions, share an upbeat interview talking about the culture and community spirit that drives its success - with a holistic approach to its client's working environment - a fascinating and impressive into a fast-growing company. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonthorpe1/ , https://www.linkedin.com/in/connorslasberg/ and https://www.acs365.co.uk/our-values/
Originally broadcast 1st Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Ting Fang, based in Shanghai and her mum Ling Shen from Xi'an report on their Chinese New Year holiday in Hainan, an island province of China known for its tropical climate and beach resorts, along with their love of the UK - and a desire to return after such good memories when Ting did her Masters in International Business in London. Anyone looking for a competent Mandarin speaking IT project manager?! See https://www.linkedin.com/in/ting-fang-07444a101/
Originally broadcast 1st Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The University of Northampton's Assistant Director for International Marketing Thomas Zhang discusses his job, the challenges of Covid and tells us how he and his family are celebrating the Chinese New Year here in Northampton. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-zhang-856119122/ and https://www.northampton.ac.uk/directories/people/z-thomaszhang/
Originally broadcast 1st Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Becky Adams, co-founder and director of the socially-driven film-makers Screen Northants, talks about their business, how it is trying to open up the film industry to everyone, with news of the preview screening of their new film 'Fortune Cookies' about a Chinese family based in Northampton - an engaging, entertaining, heart-warming and uplifting film. Catch it if you can! See http://screennorthants.co.uk/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/beckyadamsfrsa/
Originally broadcast 1st Feb 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northants-based charity We Mind and Kelly Matters founder and trustee John Hewitt and CEO Sherry Adams talk poignantly and powerfully about the charity's creation and inspiration, following the tragic death in 2018 of John's daughter Kelly, and how, in her memory the charity offers support to prevent similar deaths as well as help for those similarly bereaved.
Originally broadcast 25th Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Northants Chamber of Commerce Business Development Director Sunny Singh gives an update on the Chamber's activities and ambitions in 2022, and introduces its new President, insurance specialist Robyn Allen, who talks about her career, business, volunteer work and approach to her new role for the Chamber. See https://www.northants-chamber.co.uk/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/robyn-allen-ras/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunny-singh-3a837088/
Originally broadcast 25ht Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Head of Business Support at the University of Northampton, Julie Tebbutt, shares details of the university's support for local business with details of not one, not two but three new grant funding schemes to help rebuild post Covid. See https://www.northampton.ac.uk/community/business/ or contact business.support@northampton.ac.uk
Originally broadcast 25ht Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
NLive Radio Station Manager Martin Steers talks about the value of local companies engaging with the station as corporate partners on a long term basis, for one or more years, through alliances, sponsorship or long term advertising deals, with benefits in terms of profile and, as part of a CSR strategy, enhanced reputation as a community minded company. All enquiries to hallo@nliveradio.com or go to https://nliveradio.com/advertise/
Originally broadcast 25ht Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Ivna Reic talks to Chris Lynn, destination marketing consultant, about how destination marketing can support the benefits that tourism brings to a town (destination), its local community and its place brand.
Originally broadcast 30th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Cllr Jonathan Nunn, the Leader of the new West Northants Council, looks forward and shares his hopes and aspirations for 2022 and beyond in the 2nd part of an extended interview, with details of the primary focus of the council to help the citizens, charities and businesses in the county.
Originally Broadcast 11th Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Top financial expert Conor O'Sullivan, CFP, FPFS, who has just earned himself the profession's highest qualification, the Certified Financial Planner certification from the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, talks about his work, the difference between financial advise and financial planning and his work to help the financial literacy of all of us! See https://www.linkedin.com/in/conorosullivanfinancialplanner/ and https://osullivanfp.co.uk/
Originally broadcast 11th Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Kim Hughes, the founder of Goldings Communications, talks about reputation management for her clients, a mix of businesses and charities and how she tries to connect the two, as wel as the challenges of setting up a business in the middle of the pandemic. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-hughes-goldings-comms/ and https://goldings-comms.co.uk/
Originally broadcast on 11th of Jan 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Cllr Jonathan Nunn, Leader of the new West Northamptonshire Council, in the first of two interviews, looks back on 2021 as a year of major transition in the county's local government, the key policy issues, the challenges of the transformation as well as the successes that give cause for optimism for 2022. In the 2nd interview, Jonathan looks forward to 2022 with more details about how the council will support local businesses. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-nunn-6786797/ and https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/
Originally broadcast 4th January on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Rachel Duncan, CEO, and David Loyd-Hearn, trustee and treasurer of the Northamptonshire Domestic Abuse Service (NDAS) discuss the post-Xmas rise in demand for NDAS services in January, the trigger points many facets of abuse, as well as the challenges and lessons learned running a charity under Covid. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-duncan-72432032/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidloydhearn/ and https://ndas.co/
Originally broadcast 4th January 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Sara Homer, CEO of Northampton's Brackmills Industrial Estate Business Improvement District (BID), reports on the current state of business on the business park, as well as ambitious plans to connect the park, the town centre and the university and her charitable and community activities, in particular for the town's Hope Centre homelessness and poverty charity. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-homer-768b8519/ and https://www.brackmillsindustrialestate.co.uk/ and https://www.northamptonhopecentre.org.uk/
Originally broadcast 4th January 2022 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northampton mosque Imam Sayfullah Nasir, who is also the University of Northampton Imam supporting Muslim students, gives his perspective on the Christmas and New Year period, sharing insights into his faith, his vocatuon and his extensive community work plus a New Year message of peace and tolerance.
See https://www.niff.org.uk/directory.html#Northampton
Originally Broadcast on 28th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Business woman Connie Penn, a card payment expert and consultant, talks about how she is gradually retiring to spend more time on her charity and community work, with music at its core, and how as a regular listener Open4Business has kept her informed and inspired, recalling the interviews that have made the most impression on her over the past few months - with news of a major community concert she is planning for summer 2022 involving the national award-winning GUS Brass Band.
See https://www.linkedin.com/in/conniepenn/
Originally Broadcast 28th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Ben Thomas, founder and MD, and Frazer Arnott, Digital Content Manager, review the lastest All Things Business magazine and their recent busy schedule with two recent events - the Northants Business Excellence and Northants Education Excellence Awards dinners, sharing the highlights as well as their hopes and aspirations for 2022 - with ben his usual forthright self on the state of the nation!
See https://allthingsbusiness.co.uk/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/benbmtthomas/and https://www.linkedin.com/in/frazer-arnott-948b1551/
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Father Oliver Coss, the Rector of All Saints Church in Northampton, shares insights into the business of running a church as well as his thoughts on the meaning of Christmas, the community work of the church and the lessons learned under Covid plus his hopes and aspirations for 2022.
See http://www.allsaintsnorthampton.co.uk/
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Andrew Hollett, the General Manager of the Kettering Park Hotel, talks about the challenges of running a hospitality business under Covid, preparations for Christmas and exciting news of the hotel in 2022, with its emphasis on high quality and supporting the local food and drink sector.
See https://www.ketteringparkhotel.co.uk/and https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-hollett-m-i-h-2b92a0b/
Originally Broadcast 21st December on Open4Business on NLive Radio
NLive Radio Station Manager Martin Steers looks back at the station's great progress over the past 12 months, gives insights into the business of running a local radio station and then looks forward with optimism and enthusiasm to 2022, as NLive enhances its presence and visibility by engaging more and more with the local community.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/martinsteers/
Originally Broadcast 14th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Up & coming artist and Marefair gallery manager Sarah Martin talks about her life and career, and her inspiring work with disadvantaged children in care, which allows them to express themselves though art - drawing on her own difficult upbringing and traumatic experiences to help others.
See https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmartinartist/
Originally broadcast 14th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Metro Bank Area Director Kerry Reynolds, also co-Chair of the Northampton Town Business Improvement District (BID) talks about her various roles as part Metro's community engagement strategy, and the BID's role in the plans for Northampton town centre.
See https://www.discovernorthampton.co.uk/and https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryreynoldsmb/
Originally Broadcast 14th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Andrew Lewer, MP (Con) for Northampton South, shares fascinating insights into thow he splits his time and energy between his constituency and Parliament and the various committees he sits on, how he supports local businesses as well as charities and his thoughts on both regional development and the levelling up agenda as well as his refkections on the mid-term status of the Johnson gvernment.
Originally broadcast 30th Nov on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Royal & Derngate's Ashley Bishop, the Programming & Customer Experience Director, talks Christmas and of course panto season - on yes he does - with an update on the state of one of the county's jewels, with some exciting things to look forward to in 2022. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-bishop-b24656b0/?originalSubdomain=uk and https://www.royalandderngate.co.uk/whats-on/
Originally broadcast 30th Nov on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Well-known journalist, foodie and compere Anna Murby (aka Mrs James) and her partner Ian James (aka Mr Murby!), the retired CEO of Northants-based British Pepper & Spice, bring us up to date about their busy lives, and how Covid has brought many positive changes with two new business ventures alongside their continuing community work supporting the county and its dynamic artisan food & drink scene. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-murby-73802b1b/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-james-b6876456/
Originally broadcast 30th Nov on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, explores the potential for place branding within Northamptonshire, based on the results of Dr Shalini Bisani’s recent research. Dr Bisani also shares some of her reflections on her doctoral research journey.
Shalini’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bisanishalini
Ivna’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivnareic
Guest editor, Ivna Reic, talks to Ben Lynam, Head of Strategic Communications for The Travel Foundation about the post-pandemic recovery or tourism destinations and how this can contribute to the current efforts to deal with the climate emergency.
Ben’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blynam
Ivna’s LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivnareic
Originally broadcast 23rd of November on Open4Business on NLive Radio
In celebration of the recent 2021 Northamptonshire Business Awards hosted by the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce, we talk with the Chamber's Director of Business, Sunny Singh and Marketing & Events Manager Cheyenne Angliss who introduce a few of the winners: Chris Battye Founder of Competitive Edge Training & Consultancy (Best New Business of the year), Holly Hamer, founder of RockitKids and Scott Jones of 123 Internet (joint winners of the New Normal Award) and Nina Gandy Corporate Partnerships Manager and Victoria Garratt, Marketing Manager of Cynthia spencer, the Charity of the Year, with some closing thoughts from the Chamber President, Wilson Browne's Kevin Rogers. the Special Recognition Award See https://www.northants-chamber.co.uk/events/northamptonshire-business-awards-2021/2021-winners
Originally broadcast 16th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Subject Leader in Events, Tourism & Hospitality at the University of Northampton, Ivna Reic shares insights into her role as Subject Leader, the course offerings she oversees and how she is developing the University's engagement in and with the local and regional tourism & hospitality scene and the support she can make available for event organisation. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivnareic/
Originally broadcast 16th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Clare Allen, Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management (HRM) at the University of Northampton, talks about her career, and key themes in the changing world of work from an HR perspective – hybridisation, digital working and technology, changes in the employment relationship and how HR can add value as well as the value of professional development. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/clare-allen-2b81b328/
Originally broadcast 16th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
China is a rising power, and we need to understand and engage - who better to help than Ting Zhang, founder and CEO of Crayfish.io, a company specialising in facilitating commercial, trade and cultural links between the UK and China, one of the world's biggest economies. Ting talks with passion about her career, her business and community work, and with wisdom about how to think about China, separating the politics from the business opportunities - and how Crayfish.io can help companies. See https://www.crayfish.io/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/ting-zhang-crayfish/
Originally broadcast 9th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Want something done? Ask a busy person! Logistics expert Amarjit Singh Atwal MBA tells of how he balances his professional life, studies and voluntary roles as a director of the Northants Chamber of Commerce as well as award-winning charity work with the Sikh Community Centre & Youth Club and Gudwara temple, joint winners last year of the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service and this year awarded Gold in the Local Food Hero category of the Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/asatwal/ and https://www.linkedin.com/company/sccyc-waterside-connect-centre/
Originally broadcast 9th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Who'd launch a business in a crisis? Well, Mita Unalkat, founder of Loye Your Presence, has done just that, leaving corporate life to set up her holistic self-care business, incorporating a wide range of treatments including 1-1 and group meditation, Reike, reflexology and aromatherapy therapy as well as pop-up stores selling crystals and gifts. Here Mita talk with passion about her new business and how it can help us cope with the pressures of modern life. See Facebook @loveyourpresence
Originally broadcast 9th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
How have the top companies in Northamptonshire coped in the Covid-19 crisis? Mike Hughes, Director, Corporate Finance at Grant Thornton reports on the launch of their Northamptonshire Ltd report, which reviews the accounts of the county's top 100 locally-based companies, with some optimistic conclusions - things weren't as bad as feared, and may be recovering quicker than expected. See https://www2.grantthornton.co.uk/Northamptonshire-Limited-league-2021.html and https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikehughes21/
Originally broadcast 9th November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Fresh from the successful Diwali celebrations and procession, Neelam Aggarwal-Singh DL MBE JP, chair of the Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation (IWHO) talks about the meaning of Diwali, the all-year round work that goes into the Northampton Diwali celebrations to earn the national recognition and press coverage it now generates - and how she will be celebrating Diwali with her family. See https://www.ihwo.org.uk/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/neelam-aggarwal-singhmbe-dl-24217242/?originalSubdomain=uk
Originally broadcast 2nd November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Rachel Mallows DL MBE reports on the recent Weetabix Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards gala dinner, with news of an upcoming Open4Business Xmas special show dedicated to the county's food & drink sector and featuring many of the award winners. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-mallows-mbe-dl-a780162/ and https://www.northamptonshirefoodanddrink.co.uk/winners.html
Originally broadcast 2nd November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Marco Gundermann, the Subject Leader for Economics, International Relations & Development at the University of Northampton, gives his thought-provoking and perhaps unconventional views on the recent Budget, for both businesses as well as individuals, plus the economic and political implications and outlook for the coming months and years, with comments on the real impact of Brexit. See https://www.northampton.ac.uk/directories/people/marco-gundermann/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-gundermann-43289b89/
Originally broadcast 2nd November 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Acting as a roving reporter at the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) annual conference, Adrian reports on the event and interviews a variety of prominent attendees including Andrew Lewer MP for Northampton South, Tom Van der Heyden of S3 Group attending from Spain as well as organiser Pim van Baarsen, STC's CEO. See https://www.silverstonetechnologycluster.com/
Originally broadcast October 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Frazer Arnott, Media and Content Manager for All Things Business magazine stands in for MD Ben Thomas to give their monthly update on the Northants All Things Business magazine together with their views on returning business confidence in the regional business community. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/frazer-arnott-948b1551/ and https://allthingsbusiness.co.uk/category/locations/northamptonshire/
Originally broadcast October 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Peter Smalley, Chief Executive of the highly successful and nationally-recognised Northants Music & Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT), talks about the 50-year history of the trust, its successes and challenges including life and lessons learnt under Covid, and how NMPAT is going from strength to strength, plus news of upcoming events. See https://www.nmpat.co.uk/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-smalley-7185411a8/
Originally broadcast October 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Three young Vietnamese students studying International Business at the Foreign Trade University (FTU) University in Hanoi talk about their life in Vietnam studying under Covid, their ambitions and their wish to travel the world as well as study in the UK
Originally broadcast October 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Senior leaders of the two new unitary authorities, George Candler, Deputy Chief Executive of North Northamptonshire and Stuart Timmiss of West Northants unitary bodies give an update on the transition in local government, and share their hopes, aspirations and priorities in serving the citizens and businesses of Northamptonshire. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-candler-4a52b429/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-timmiss-05278223/
Originally broadcast October 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The highly talended and energetic maestro Stephen Bell, a renowned management trainer and the Musical Director of the Northampton Male Voice Choir, explains his approach to life and the pandemic through a positive mental attitude, well defined goals and the setting of high standards - but with humour and psychology. Fresh from a highly successful Last Night of the Proms concert in Northampton, he is about to run the London Marathon, nearly £6,000 funds for the Prostate Cancer charity.
Originally broadcast 28th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The new Dean of the Faculty of Business & Law, Karen Jones, talks about her delight at joining the University of Northampton, her role in leading nearly 200 staff and her hopes and aspirations for the FBL in terms of corporate and community outreach in support of the student experience and for the local community.
Originally broadcast 28th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Innovation ecosystems is key to the success of a county and Lal Tawney, Director and Foluso Laguda, Strategy & Innovation Consultant at Whitecap Consulting discuss their recent webinar 'Innovation or Die' iheld n conjunction with the University of Northampton and as a follow-on a distinctive proposal to map the Northants innovation ecosystem in a multi-stakeholder approach to funding this important work to help the county - which has a high number of start-ups but is weak at scale-ups - to Build Back Better
Originally broadcast 28th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Name-dropping! In a moving and powerful interview, Joe Plumb, an advocate and international ambassador for young people's mental wellbeing, for anti-bullying and for children in care and care leavers, talks about his work over the past decade, his suicide attempts and how his work has helped him overcome his own issues and traumas as a child to gain international acclaim and be chosen as one of 3 finalists from 9,000 nominations for the Sun newspaper's Mental Health Hero - which saw him dining with Rod Stewart, Gary Lineker, Piers Morgan, Boris Johnson and David Beckham! See www.joeplumb.org
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 21st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Catherine Van Loo, a partner at the specialist Carnstone CSR consultancy which acts as secretariat to the ICRS, the Institute of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability, talks about her work, her career and the role of the fast-growing ICRS, the professional body for CSR and sustainability professionals, with its ICRS Northants Hub hosted by the University of Northampton. See www.icrs.info
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 21st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Employee-owned Scott Bader's Hayley Sutherland, Commonwealth Office Manager, and Tade Mustapha, Group Business Analyst talk about the restoration and recent official opening of Keep House, a 10-room listed building which is now dedicated to small local charities as tenants, and Tade's work on the company's first ESG report, in its centenary year, as a postgraduate master's placement student that has earned her a full-tiime position. See www.scottbader.com
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 21st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Cheyenne Angliss, Marketing & Events Manager at the Northants Chamber of Commerce, gives an update on Chamber activities following last week's successful face to face Back to Business event, which siganlled a returning optimism and confidence amongst local businesses. See www.northants-chamber.co.uk
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 21st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
CEO of national auto servicing company In 'n' Out Autocentres, Jon Morgan, talks about his career path, the company and its customer service and community wellbeing mentality , and his love of cycling - and why he gets involved in challenging charity cycle rides, recently as the main corporate sponsors for the Northampton Hope Centres Ride4Hope. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-morgan-a796544a/ and https://www.inoautocentres.co.uk/
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 14th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
David Sparrow, Executive Chairman of David Williams IFA Chartered Financial Planners, talks about the business, bike rides and community service, and why and how he, the company and Rotary - of which he is a long-serving member - support charity cycle rides as part of the businesses company social responsibility. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-sparrow-370bb324/?originalSubdomain=uk and http://www.dwifa.co.uk/
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 14th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Ride4Hope Chairman Robert Whittle shares details of this year's charity ride from Northampton to King's Lynn, 180 miles in 3 days, with 33 riders taking part to raise much-needed funds for the Northampton Hope Centre, the homelessness charity which supports society's most vulnerable and disadvantaged. The annual ide was launched by presenter Adrian Pryce in 2014 when he was Hope Centre Chair, and has since raised over £150,000. Adrian is doing the ride again this year - follow updates on www.NLiveRadio.com over the 3-day ride on 10-12th September. Support Adrian and the Hope Centre with a donation here!
Originally broadcast 7th September 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Institution of Engineering & Technology's Executive Director of International Strategic Marketing & Engagement, Northampton-based Toni Allen, talks about the role of this 150 year-old organisation with its 150,000 members around the world in 15o countries, and how it keeps up to date with fast moving technology and encourages equality, diversity and inclusion as well as educating. See https://www.theiet.org/
Originally broadcast 7th September 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Luxury cars? Secret cars? Local entrepreneur Peter McCallum, MD of covered car transportation business Cars in Camera, talks about his career moving from large corporate to his own business, coping with Covid, the value of an MBA and advice for all thinking about launching their own business. For more information see www.carsincamera.com
Originally broadcast 7th September 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dr Jane Murray of the University of Northampton and Co-Director if its Centre for Education and Research talks about her career and research and its relevance and impact
Originally broadcast 3rd August 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Futurist Joana Lenkova, who is the Founder of Futures Forward and the Strategic Foresight Director at Lego Group's Creative Play Lab and an ex-Disney strategist talks about her work and the importance of organisations thinking about the future and scenario planning.
Originally broadcast 3rd August 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
With his sights firmly set on expansion, Ben Thomas of All Things Business magazine reports on his own business plans as he gets ready to launch a London edition alongside the Northants, Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes magazines.
Originally broadcast 24th August on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Queen's Green Canopy is a celebration of Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee next year after 70 years on the throne. Paul Parsons, last year's High Sheriff of Northamptonshire who is heading up the County's 'Plant a Tree for the Jubilee' campaign tells us about the scheme with details as to how individuals, communities, charities and businesses can get involved.
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 24th August on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northants Chamber of Commerce dynamo Sunny Singh, Business Development & Membership Manager shares an update on the work of the Chamber as we move out of lockdown with news of upcoming events, awards etc with encouraging insights into the current business climate
Originally Broadcast 20th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
History Professor Matthew McCormack of the University of Northampton talks about the relevance and importance of history and historical research for today's world, the work of the History Centre he heads up and the future of history
Originally Broadcast 20th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The impressive and driven Elmira Sharshenbekova of Metro Bank shares her journey from Kyrgystan to Northampton, arriving in England at 16 with minimal English and, after graduating from the University of Birmingham in Business, is now carving a successful career in banking with Metro Bank whose values she embodies
Originally Broadcast 20th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Founder and Director Suzy Sanders of Alchemy Virtual Assistance talks passionately about the young fast-growing business she runs with husband Paul, balancing work and home life and becoming a regional finalist in the Great British Entrepreneur Awards (Midlands) n September - watch this space!
Originally broadcast 13th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jane Deamer, the Development Manager for Crysalys, a young and visionary charity addressing childhood disadvantage, and whoe motto is 'Every child deserves a happy youth' reports on the state of mental wellbeing amongst young people and the charity's ground-breaking work in tackling trauma that is generating national and international attention
Originally broadcast 13th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jay Baughan, the Social Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of Northampton, explains his role with details of exciting and ambitious plans to measure social value in the region and foster greater cross-sector collaboration between the public-private-third-academic sectors to address and fund key social issues
Originally broadcast 13th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Former Labour MP and now writer, consultant and activist Tom Levitt talks about his work with leaders in all sectors to help create a sustainable and responsible society and economy, with a look back and forwards about using the tools of business to create public good.
Originally Broadcast 6th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Corporate man turned entrepreneur Robert Whittle, chair of Northampton's Ride4Hope charity cycle rides, tells us of his latest venture, the Hub & Spoke Cafe in Harlington - well worth a visit!
Originally Broadcast 6th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Restaurant owner Naz Islam of Saffron Restaurant, a mover and shaker in the Anglo-Bangladeshi community, updates us on his activities both in his business and community work, with news of Bangladesh's 50th anniversary of independence celebrations. If you want something done, ask a busy person!
Originally broadcast 6th July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jennifer Decker of boutique consultancy QSA Partners LLP, Northamptonshire's first B Corp certified company, talks about QSA's work with big brands and small companies in the area of circular economy business models - and how we can all reduce, reuse, repurpose and recycle, and build this thinking into manufacturing processes
Originally broadcast 29th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Card payment specialist Connie Penn, a big fan of Open4Business, updates us on the big increase in card fraud under Covid before reflecting on what the show means for her, her views on the music - and she turns the tables on Adrian to interview him with a couple of questions
Originally broadcast 29th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Russell Rolph, CEO of Voluntary Impact Northamptonshire (VIN) gives an update on the health - or otherwise - of the local charity sector, and shares news of VIN's new strategy document and his hopes and aspirations for the future.
Originally broadcast 29th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
First class BA International Business students from the University of Northampton Laura Cason and George Sidey express their feelings on completing their studies under Covid - and getting top marks!
Originally broadcast 22nd June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Sarah Crown of Innovate Media with details of her publishing career and her new venture producing community magazines as she launches in Northampton
Originally broadcast 22nd June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jimmy Murray CEO of an exciting new carbon footprint app from Greenr Technologies Ltd talks about how his business can help companies and individuals monitor and reduce their carbon footprint.
Originally broadcast 22nd June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Matthew Marks and Iain Hulmes from PALLITE® talk about successfully combining innovation with sustainability in their business, and how innovation has blossomed from an environmentally friendly product base and strategy.
Originally broadcast 22nd June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
In a fascinating interview, founder and MD of the boutique Hunnings Consultancy, Ingemar Hunnings, talks about the business support services his company offers firms of solicitors across the country, with insights into key trends and how the legal profession is evolving and adapting
Originally broadcast 15th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
With a passion for her work, local Northants Kate Coulson, Head of Learning & Teaching Enhancement at the University of Northampton, talks about her role and career, and how she supports not only students but also academics benefit from the latest teaching techniques.
Originally broadcast 15th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Explaining his sense ofmission, Dr Matt Callender, Research Lead at the University of Northampton's Institute for Policing, Safety, Crime & Justice (IPSCJ) talks about the important work of the Institute across and between both the health and justice systems in seeking better outcomes for social issues through joined up thinking that influences policy nationally
Originally broadcast 15th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Boutique strategy consultants Lal Tawney and Foluso Laguda from Whitecap Consulting share insights into their work and their plans for a major webinar event on 17th June to discuss and assess the innovation ecosystem in Northamptonshire
Originally broadcast 8thJune on open4business on NLive Radio
Known for her pioneering work as Brightkidz, founder Alison Holland talks about her work on the 'walking bus' and healthy kids, and how her social business has evolved into Brightwayz and a wider role in sustainable transport as well as supporting other social enterprises.
Originally broadcast 8thJune on open4business on NLive Radio
Neelam Aggarwal-Singh MBE JP DL, founder and chair, celebrates success after the Queen's Award for Voluntary Services went to Northants-based Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation. Neelam talks about IHWO's work, its history and ambitious future plans
Originally broadcast 8thJune on open4business on NLive Radio
Lars Lohmann, a German-American now living in Australia talks about his career travels with news of life down under in Sydney, with local insights into coronavirus, climate change and much more. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/lars-lohmann-777b941a/?originalSubdomain=au
Originally Broadcast 1stJune 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Richard Beards of Digital Northampton shares details of the Merged Futures 3 event later this month, with an exciting programme for anyone interested in the digital economy. See https://www.digitalnorthampton.com/mergedfutures
Originally Broadcast 1stJune 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
On his work and wedding anniversary Dominic Hopkins shares news of the merger of HCR and Hewitsons Solicitors to form a UK Top 70 law firm HCR Hewitsons Solicitors, with an update on the business continuity insurance case and details of how to apply for the Queen's Awards for Industry, applications for which are now open. See https://www.hewitsons.com/ and https://queensawards.blog.gov.uk/
Originally Broadcast 1stJune 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
From Ohio, USA we hear from Scott Bader' USA's Jennie Morey on how their centenary celebrations and strong corporate culture extends around the world. For more information see https://www.scottbader.com/corporate/global-offices/scott-bader-us/
Originally Broadcast 25th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
John Sinclair, the Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Science & Technology at the University of Northampton, shares insights into his role, his career and managing the Faculty's wide range of degree programmes. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-sinclair-35b84b186/
Originally Broadcast 25th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Doing well by doing good - Duncan Farrington of multiple award-winning Farrington Oils Ltd talks about the company's success, his management style and approach to corporate responsibility & sustainability. as a true 'beacon' company balancing environmental and social factors with business success and profitability, plus news of an innovative approach to soil management. For more information see www.farrington-oils.co.uk
Originally Broadcast 25th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Business simplifier, author and motivational speaker Freddie Guilmard, MD of The Red Thread Partnership, explains the mission and vision of this award-winning leadership training company, how it coped with Covid, and his hopes and aspirations for Red Thread and businesses everywhere to 'build back better' with compassion and heart. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddie-guilmard-0961491/ and https://the-redthread.co.uk/
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 18th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Wicksteed Park's MD, Lee Scragg, and Head of Sales & Marketing, Rachel James, talk about how they have recovered from a challenging year under coronavirus now that the Grade 2 listed park is back up, running and very much open - as one of Northants largest and much-loved visitor attractions, currently celebrating its Centenary. See https://wicksteedpark.org/
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 18th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dr Jacob Saranga, the Dean of the Faculty of Health, Education & Society at the University of Northampton, talks about the role of a Dean and the key success factors, his career path and the wide-ranging work and degree programmes of the Faculty, and how it responded to Covid. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-jacob-saranga-608420139/ and https://pure.northampton.ac.uk/en/organisations/faculty-of-health-education-society
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 18th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
From Frankfurt, Peter Schill, the managing partner of WorldKeg International GmbH, talks about his educational background and how as a beer engineer his MBA helped him build his family business. He shares his career journey from the family business to becoming a successful entrepreneur in his own right, with innovative new products and curing a specialist beer newsletter. For more information see www.worldkeg.com
Originally broadcast 11th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Valeria Mercado, a young Mexican woman now based in Germany, talks about her career and aspirations as well the challenges and benefits of cross-cultural experiences living and working in a foreign country.
Originally broadcast 11th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Charles Manners, the new County Councillor for West Northamptonshire and a director of Turpin Smale Catering Consultants talks about the start of the new West Northamptonshire Unitary Council, and its aspirations, and shares insights into his work as a Catering Consultant as well as his views on the sector and economy in the coming months. To find out more see linkedin.com/in/charles-manners-517b05b or turpinsmale.co.uk
Originally broadcast 11th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio
All Things Business Magazine publisher Ben Thomas gives us his update on Northants business scene and the focus and highlights of this month's magazine, with his views on other topics in the news.
Originally broadcast 4th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Racing driver, aviator, businessman and inventor David Clark talks about his rich and varied career including the businesses he and his wife Natalie have set up on the back of their inventions - namely the successful Road Angel traffic product in the early 2000s, and now SleepHalo to protect us from harmful mobile phone waves while we sleep. He also talks about Senzati - his luxury people carrier conversion business. For more information see https://sleephalo.com/#panel_hiw and https://www.senzati.com/
Originally broadcast 4th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dr Richard Hazenberg, Director of the University of Northampton's Institute for Social Innovation & Impact (ISII) explains the role of an institute within the University and the ground-breaking work of ISII in measuring and reporting of social value for the public, private and charity sectors. For more information see https://www.northampton.ac.uk/research/research-institutes-and-centres/institute-for-social-innovation-and-impact/
Originally broadcast 4th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Social media expert Samantha Cameron talks passionately about her work and career journey - and the importance of social media these days to all businesses, offering advice and tips to maximise the benefit of social media in promoting your company and brand. To connect with her see twitter, Facebook , Instagram, or LinkedIn as Samantha Cameron or check website: https://samanthacameronsocial.co.uk/
Originally broadcast 4th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
An inspirational chat with the University of Kent's Dr. May Seitanidi, an expert in cross-sector social partnerships ie the public, private, third and academic sectors working together to address complex social issues. Dr. May shares insights into her 30 years work in this area and how it has benefited society, plus her plans now that she is a Visiting Professor at the University of Northampton, where she is giving a keynote speech for the 4th Lord-Lieutenant's Leaders' Forum on 27th April. For more information see https://www.kent.ac.uk/kent-business-school/people/2478/seitanidi-m-may
Originally broadcast 27th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
We welcome Amanda Lowther, the new High Sheriff of Northamptonshire as of 1st April, who shares insights into the role as the Queen's representative in the Northants legal system, as well as the causes she will focus on during her coming 12 months in office. Amanda has long served the community in voluntary roles, and is very keen on addressing youth disadvantage and supporting those with learning difficulties.
Originally broadcast 27th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
It's party time as we celebrate the Centenary of Scott Bader, one of Northamptonshire's largest employers, a multinational speciality chemicals company with over 700 employees around the world, half based in Northants. The company has been employee-owned for 70 years, another major landmark. We chat with Hansi Manning, a Guardian Trustee of the charity owning company Scott Bader Commonwealth Ltd and granddaughter of the founders Ernest & Dora Bader, Robert Gibson, the Commonwealth Chair, Sam Boustred, Chair of the company's Members' Assembly and Paul Smith, Chair of the Scott Bader Group operating company board, who share insights into the history, present day and future of this very special company. See www.scottbader.com
Originally broadcast 27th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Daniela Wakilova from Slovakia, a 2nd year undergraduate student at the University of Northampton studying BA International Business, talks about student life under lockdown and her career aspirations. The voice of international young person with a refreshingly upbeat and positive attitude. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniela-wakilova-bb4911194/
Originally broadcast Tuesday 20th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dr Audrey Tang, a chartered psychologist and author, and co-host of 'The Wellbeing Lounge' show on NLive Radio, talks about her career journey and work on mental wellbeing with businesses. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-audrey-tang-59933816/ and www.nliveradio.com
Originally broadcast Tuesday 20th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
John Nickson, an author, philanthropist, fundraiser and campaigner extraordinaire talks about his 25 years career journey in fundraising and his approach to addressing social problems, sharing insights into what has inspired him in this work. Founder of Our Common Good, John outlines a new collaborative approach to social impact ahead of his keynote speech on 'Co-creating Value for the Common Good' at the University of Northampton on 29th April. For more information see www.ourcommongood.org.uk
Originally broadcast Tuesday 20th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
James Miller, an acclaimed art historian, a Deputy Lieutenant of the County and founder and chair of Northamptonshire Surprise organisation, talks about their latest plans to help us all out of lockdown, with news of how it has become the county's 'DMO' - destination management organisation - and the wonderful array of heritage, arts, culture, food, drink & hospitality that makes up the County's tourism offer - truly Britain's Best Surprise for many locals as well as the rest of the country and foreign visitors to the UK. See www.northamptonshiresurprise.com
Originally broadcast Tuesday 13thApril on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Clare Elsby, East Midlands Policy Representative of the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) and co-founder of accountants and business advisors Elsby & Co (www.elsbyandco.co.uk) talks about her solutions to manage the workload of her own businesses and her role with FSB. Recently, Clare started her own new venture ByeByeBags (www.byebyebags.co.uk) with a range of biodegradable burial bags for pets, to help families pay tribute at the time of pet loss. Clare discusses the actions the FSB team took in preparation for Brexit and Covid, with advice for importing businesses and how FSB can help them achieve their ambitions. Find out more about FSB support and activities at www.fsb.org.uk or contact clare.elsby@fsb.org.uk
Originally broadcast Tuesday 13thApril on Open4Business on NLive Radio
An evidence-based 'intellectual' talk with Karin Brawn, based on her research doing her Master's degree at the University of Northampton. Karin is a career long HR professional now running her own boutique consultancy Karin Brawn HR, specializing in employee wellbeing, equity, and inclusion. She talks about her career journey and shares her insights into what makes for a modern and successful HR business. She discusses the importance of psychological and psycho-social wellbeing especially during Covid and how, coming out of lockdown, businesses need to look after their staff to get the best out of them. For more information see https://www.karinbrawnhr.co.uk/.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 13thApril on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Regular guest Ben Thomas of All Things Business magazine gives his monthly view on the local business, financial & economic scene with his thoughts comments on the UK road map out of lockdown and the role of the press.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 6th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
University of Northampton Master's in Computer Science student Aparna Maikkara and Digital Northampton's Project Manager Richard Beards report on their recent international web event and lessons from an Indian university student start-up that galvanised public and private sector support.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 6th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Belgian Tom Van der Heyden, the CEO of S3 Group, strategic sourcing specialists, talks about the current challenges of sourcing products from China and the recent increases in shipping costs, and explains the benefits of using a specialist sourcing partner
Originally broadcast Tuesday 6th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dutchman Frank de Haan, Spain based CEO of DBH & Associates, international trade specialists, talks about his varied career living all over the world and the current global business environment
Originally broadcast Tuesday 6th April on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Sally Wood, Director of Sally Wood Consultancy Limited and the newly appointed Area Leader for the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) in Northamptonshire, Leicestershire & Rutland, talks about the FSB and its services for the area's 4,000+ small business members, also acting as advocates for the interests of small business owners with government policymakers. Sally has a finger on the pulse of FSB’s members dealing with Covid-19 and is upbeat about the future. For more information see https://www.fsb.org.uk/ or contact Sally via https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallywoodconsultancy/
Originally broadcast Tuesday the 30th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Mike Rosenberg, a Professor at the world renowned IESE Business School in Barcelona, talks about the critical issues that influence business strategy: geo-politics, climate change, and the future of media - and the connections between them. Mike emphasises how media is shaping people's opinions and acts as a bell-weather for corporate social responsibility, and discusses the importance of local history when doing business internationally, with some key advice for business leaders. To find more information, go to https://www.iese.edu or check out Mike’s blog at https://blog.iese.edu/doing-business
Originally broadcast Tuesday the 30th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Robin Burgess is theChair of WNSET (West Northants Enterprise Social Enterprise Towns) a community interest development company promoting social enterprises across west Northamptonshire. He gives insights into WNSET's mission, objectives and support for local social entrepreneurs trying to make a positive impact locally, nationally and/or internationally. Robin talks about the Importance of collaboration with universities, the public sectors, charitable organisations etc - and makes an appeal for applications for board member from west Northants. For more information on: www.wnset.org,
Originally broadcast Tuesday the 30th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Anna Earnshaw, Chief Executive of the new West Northants Council which started life on 1st April, has extensive experience in operational, financial and change management, and shares insights into how this has prepared her for her new role. Anna talks about the local government reorganisation, the morale and hard work of her staff in preparing for it, with their aspirations for a new and invigorated fit for purpose local authority and how it will serve the county, its people and businesses. For more see www.westnorthants.gov.uk.
Originally broadcast Tuesday the 30th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Phil Jones, co-founder and director of The Start-up Pack Ltd, shares insights of his new venture as a service to new businesses, with a guide to all that entrepreneurs should be thinking about with links to all the professional services that will be needed such as solicitors, banks, graphic design, printers etc. Running parallel with Phil's other venture, iBoss Ltd, (Independent Business Owners Support Services) Phil offers a wide range of services for start-sups and established businesses looking to grow, with a special offer for students. Contact Phil via phil@thestartuppack.co.uk or ring (01604) 435133 for more information.
Originally broadcast 23rd March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Group HR Director of Scott Bader, Julie Thorburn, talks about the company's recent award as the Employer of the Year in the Northants Business Excellence Awards. This year Scott Bader celebrates its 100th anniversary, and 70 years as an employee-owned business. Julie talks about the significant effort Scott Bader put into place during Covid-19 to support their employees, many of whom contributed to a Hardship Fund scheme to support other colleagues affected around the world. Scott Bader's unique shared ownership structure enables their employees to have a significant role in the future success of the company. For more information see www.scottbader.com
Originally broadcast 23rd March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
NLive Radio Station Manager and Open4Business host Adrian Pryce share updates on their various community projects and Martin gives insights into running a local radio station, with his hopes and aspirations on top of the pressures to break even. He suggests many ways that local people and businesses can benefit from an association with NLive, as volunteers, advertisers, sponsors or project parners and appeals for more people to get involved in a community asset - especially as nationally £1 of radio spend generates £7.70 return! For more information see www.nliveradio.com or contact hello@nliveradio.com
Originally broadcast 23rd March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Ashley Bishop, Programming & Customer Experience Director for the Royal and Derngate Theatres, shares news of their reopening with details of the social distancing in place and what has been going on behind the scenes in a 'dark' closed theatre these past few months. With details of some upcoming performances and productions, Ashely thanks all the customers who supported the theatres by not asking for refunds but changing their tickets 1, 2 or often 3 times as Ashely and his team kept having to change performance dates. An interesting insight into one of Northamptonshire's jewels, so worthy of support. For more information see www.royalandderngate.co.uk
Originally broadcast 23rd March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Richard Beards from Digital Northampton and the University of Northampton's MSc Computing student Aparna Maikkara discuss an upcoming event - Queen of the Indian Start-ups - showcasing a transformational entrepreneurial project in Aparna's home city of Kochi, India in which the public, private and academic sectors worked together to create a substantial new sector for the city, with many lessons to be shared for cities and regions everywhere. For more information see https://www.digitalnorthampton.com/events2/kochi-queen-of-the-arabian-start-ups or to book your place on the event go to https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/kochi-queen-of-the-indian-start-ups-tickets-142241244391?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Calling all businesses! An important interview with Bruce Spencer, Regional Employer Engagement Director for the East Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (RFCA).After serving in the military for more than 40 years, Bruce now works with businesses to promote active support for and engagement with reservists, who play an important and active role in the nation's military life. Bruce talks about the DNA of a reservist, and the training they receive that can benefit employers. Learn more at https://eastmidlandsrfca.co.uk or get in touch: em-enquiries@rfca.mod.uk
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Naz Islam, the owner of Saffron Restaurant in Northampton, discusses his successful business life and extensive charity work. With healthy additions to the menu and a thriving take-away business necessitating new recruits, Naz also shares details of his philanthropic work at local, national and international levels, including trade links and social action projects with his home city in Bangladesh. See www.saffron northampton.co.uk, or ring (01604) 630800 for more information.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The University of Northampton's Marco Gundermann (economics) and David Waller (politics) from the Faculty of Business & Law share their reflections on last week's Budget, from both an economics and politics perspective, with their own recommendations on what the country should do to build back better from Covid.
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 9th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Executive coach and B Leader consultant Mehalah Beckett shares very personal insights into women in business and how to overcome hurdles, as well as the benefit for both individuals and businesses of building back better through B Corp - articulate, passionate and energising, a true inspiration to women - and men - everywhere. For more information see https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehalah-beckett/
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 9th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Campaigner Rachel McGrath, Deputy CEO and Grants Director of the Northamptonshire Community Foundation, talks about NCF's charity support and wellbeing projects during pandemic, sharing insights into the Foundation and its work, and one of its latest projects around the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), the benefits, solutions for the community and links to business strategies. Learn more about the Community Foundation on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or see ncf.uk.com.
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 9th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Looking for financial advice? Listen to the interview with Chris Broome – Chartered Financial Planner, founder & director of Longhurst. who provide a refreshing approach to financial planning. Chis shares insights from the past 12 months under Covid-19 and discusses his personal journey to become the Chartered Financial Planner as he is today. And learn about Bear – the company’s very special member. He also introduces us to Inside Silverstone – a business podcast, he curates which recently aired its 100th episode, all available https://longhurst.co.uk/insidesilverstone/. And learn about Bear – the company’s very special member. See www.longhurst.co.uk for more information.
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 9th March on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Julianne Ponan:
The remarkable story of Julianne Ponan – a successful entrepreneur, owner, CEO of Creative Nature Superfoods. A 2011 graduate of the University of Northampton in Business Management & Finance, Julianne started her career in an investment banking firm in Beijing. Suffering from severe anaphylaxis, she decided to take over a money-losing business and transform it into an award-winning 'free-from' and superfood firm, providing products that are completely Top 14 Allergen safe, now available in most supermarkets, as well as internationally. Julianne talks about the challenges of Covid-19, and her future plans. She has just been appointed the UK Ambassador for the Teal App - see https://www.teal-app.com/. Julianne and her business have won numerous awards, including the UK Small Business of the Year, The Guardian’s Leader of the Year, and the prestigious international magazine's Forbes 30 Under 30. Find out more about Creative Nature at www.creativenaturesuperfoods.co.uk
Originally broadcast Tuesday 3rdMarch on Open4Business on NLive Radio
James Howarth:
James Howarth, Head of Education Strategy at Corby-based RS Components, shares insights into his responsibilities in making science sexy by developing an 'EdTech' product strategy, and a wide range of initiatives to support schools with STEM education. James talks nurturing young future talent and the great culture within the global business that is RS Components today. See https://uk.rs-online.com and http://www.linkedin.com/company/rs-components
Originally broadcast Tuesday 3rdMarch on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Pinder Chauhan:
In International Women’s Week, Northamptonshire County Councillor Pinder Chauhan, talks about work-life balance as a mum, businesswoman, charity trustee and councillor. She discusses time management skills and explains her roles and responsibilities as a Councilor and shares her perspectives on women in politics. Pinder is then joined by NLive Radio station volunteer and MBA student Karuna Arora with insights into their community work together during the pandemic. For more information see Pinder Chauhan on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 3rdMarch on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Kerry Downes, the MD of the West Ham United Foundation, talks about the role of an MBA in her successful career and discusses the issues she has faced as a young black women. The West Ham United Foundation promotes community health and wellbeing and Kerry shares insights into her role and the problem-solving techniques and management styles she has developed - and the importance of being a role model. See https://www.whufc.com/club-foundation/foundation
Originally broadcast 23th Feb 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Listen to Sunny Singh, Membership Manager of the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce - one of the longest established chambers in the UK - to find out how they help and connect businesses. Sunny talks about how the Chamber has adapted to COVID-19 to provide support to businesses across the county with numerous membership benefits, and also discusses the Next Generation Chamber for young entrepreneurs and business leaders and how the Chamber supports women in business. Find out more at http:// northants-chamber.co.uk
Originally broadcast 23th Feb 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Marco Gundermann, Subject lead in Economics at the University of Northampton, gives a foretaste of the upcoming Budget, with insights into the key issues, and shares details of a webinar forum he is hosting on the evening of the Budget with a Q&A session to reflect on both the politics and economics of the Chancellor's decisions. Foer details of thw web forum, write to marco.gundermann@northampton.ac.uk
Originally broadcast 23th Feb 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Chinese opera soprano star Jane Maria showcases her wonderful voice and talks about her love of the UK and growing connections with Northamptonshire, where she looks forward to performing as part of her role as an International Cultural Ambassador promoting cultural & commercial links with China.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Alex Goldsmith, CEO of Northampton based Medigold Health, discusses the challenges and opportunities of Covid in the health industry. As occupational health provider, Medigold helps companies ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of thir employees. Alex shares insights into the sector as a whole, how his clients have responded as well as discussing the stability and growth of his own business, with a refreshingly positive attitude about what he - and many others - have learnt about relations between employees and management and the prospects for businesses to Build Back Better.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Tom Warner, founder of Warner’s Distillery, discusses the spirits business before and during Covid. His company is now the largest independent gin distillery in the UK. Tom shares the story of how the business started, the challenges he faced in this highly competitive industry, and the key elements that have shaped his success. Find out how his gins differ from the “no heart and soul spirits” of the large brands, with 99% of the flavour palette coming from home grown farm botanicals - and hear Tom's progressive views on CSR and sustainability.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northants County Council Deputy Leader Cllr Elizabeth (Lizzie) Bowen shares news of a new County-wide grant fund to help small and young businesses with funding, training and business development support.
Originally broadcast Tuesday 16th February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jim James, founder / CEO of East West PR based in China, Singapore & the UK, offers insights into business with China and tells us of his plans for celebrating Chinese New Year with his Chinese family. For more information https://www.eastwestpr.com/aboutus
Originally broadcast 9th February 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Chris Horton, MD of Performance Projects Ltd based in Silverstone, talks about the origin of the company and role of innovation in its success. With a technical as well as managerial background, Chris, who with his partner started the company in 2010, discusses the importance of understanding customers, and the effects of Covid and Brexit. For more information visit: http://www.performance-projects.com
Originally broadcast 9th February 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Spain's Manuel (Manolo) Gonzalez of the San Telmo Business School based in the beautiful southern city of Sevilla shares his view of modern day life under Covid and Brexit, in a Spain missing the British tourists!
Originally broadcast 9th February 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dominic Goble DL JP discusses the launch of Youth Court Solutions, Northamptonshire's new 'at court' service for the victims, witnesses and perpetrators of youth crime. The former Chair of the County's Magistrates, Dominic explains the success of the problem-solving culture he has introduced into the local youth courts, empowering those working in youth justice system to help young people towards a full and worthwhile life through a focus on the child’s welfare in a holistic way that supports the family as well as the child.
Originally broadcast 9th February 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
All Things Business Ben Thomas drops in for his monthly look at the business scene and the magazine which this week focuses on education, a passion for Ben, with news of Ben's latest charitable initiative Tech Together.
Originally broadcast 2nd February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Singing Solicitor Kevin Rogers shares the story behind his recording and latest charitable musical initiative, a duet with local media personality and ex-chorister John Griff, in favour of a wonderful charity supporting cancer patients in hospitals, The Lewis Foundation - with the song too!
Originally broadcast 2nd February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
University Vice Chancellor Prof Nick Petford talks about the concept behind his new monthly NLive show 'Shout To The Top' which explores in depth a different theme each time with a mix of civic leaders, academics and interested parties as guests
Originally broadcast 2nd February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Capitalism - time for a reset? Open4Business host Adrian Pryce is interviewed by Martin Steers about his work on a campaign to help businesses build back better in a more sustainable, 'stakeholder' based way. Drawing on lessons learnt from Covid-19 and the latest trends in the business environment, Adrian talks about the issues involved and suggests some tools and techniques to help business with good corporate citizenship. If you'd like to know more about these topics, please contact Adrian Pryce at Adrian.Pryce@northampton.ac.uk
Originally broadcast 2nd February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Jenny Herrera, CEO of the Good Business Charter, talks about her role and career to date in support of better business. Backed by the CBI and TUC, the Good Business Charter is a simple, low cost self-audit scheme based on 10 core issues that distinguish a good business that takes care of its employees and wider stakeholders. Learn how the Good Business Charter, suitable for all types and sizes of businesses and charities, can help your business signal its good corporate citizenship credentials to staff and customers alike - and do well by doing good!
Originally broadcast 2nd February on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Award-winningbusiness-woman Datsa Gaile, from Latvia but now UK-based and one of the University of Northampton's business graduates (Class of 2011) talks about her latest business venture and how it has led to being named one of the UK's Top 100 Women Entrepreneurs
Originally broadcast 26th January on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Mark Blaber, the University's Head of Careers & Employability, shares news of a new initiative for local people of all ages who are seeking, or maybe forced to face, a career change, with a series of webinars on how to go prepare for and implement a change of working life with confidence
Originally broadcast 26th January on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Listen to our interview with Natalie Bloomer, one of the two founders of the new NNJournal (https://www.nnjournal.co.uk/) – a local social enterprise providing daily news for Northamptonshire. NNJournal website provides a clean, simple, easy-to-use design for anyone to subscribe and receive daily newsletters into their inboxes. You can also find them on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nnjournalism/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/nnjournalism). NN Journal covers a wide range of news in depth, keeping readers updated on the latest events in the county. Natalie Bloomer and her co-founder Sarah Ward are both experienced journalists from - and based in - Northamptonshire. How did they find the market gap? What sort of reports can readers expect from NN Journal? What are the plans for the future? Open4Business finds out!
Originally broadcast 26th January on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Mike Ridgewell is a Brit living in the USA, and the founder of Denmark Street Marketing, a data driven brand marketing agency. Mike discusses his career including a long stint with Disney, cross-culture challenges, Covid and Trump, with insights into key marketing principles and the importance of networking. With advice for young and old alike, listen to an enthusiastic and passionate entrepreneur. To learn more about his company and its services visit denmarkstreetmarketing.com; or connect with Mike via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikeridgewell/
Originally broadcast 26th January on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Karl Flowers of the global leather consultancy Authenticae talks about his career, the importance of Northamptonshire's leather heritage and his community service as a member of Rotary's Northampton Becket Rotary Club.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 19th of January on NLive Radio
An international student perspective from two of our brightest MBA students Karuna Arora and Claire Phuong, sharing insights into their lives studying in the UK under Covid
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 19th of January on NLive Radio
Richard Greener of Richard Greener Estate Agents talks about his life and career, managing under Covid and the reasons behind the surprisingly buoyant housing market
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 19th of January on NLive Radio
NLive Radio Station Manager Martin Steers gives an update on what's happening at the station, details of a business competition and highlights the power of local radio as part of the marketing mix
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 12th January on NLive Radio
Prominent local marketing guru Steve Bishop, founder and MD of Beach Marketing, a full-service marketing agency, shares valuable insights into the marketing function with tips and advice for businesses and students alike
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 12th January on NLive Radio
Regular guest Ben Thomas of All Things Business publication gives his monthly round up of the business scene with strong views on the challenges of Brexit, Covid and the year ahead - and then urns the table on his host!
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 12th January on NLive Radio
Thinking about the future? Listen to the internationally-acclaimed 'futurist' Richard Watson of the University of Cambridge and his provocative thoughts about major events and anticipating - and shaping - the future (2nd of 2 interviews)
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 12th January on NLive Radio
Trudie Avery of Avery Creative discusses the benefits of strong branding and announces the result of her 'Let's Lick Lockdown Logo Competition'
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business Tuesday 5th Jan on NLive Radio
Successful employee-owned Cambridge Weight Plan's CEO Christopher McDermott - also Chair of the UK's Employee Ownership Association with 400+ members including the John Lewis Partnership - talks about New Year diets, and running the business during Covid with the benefits of employee owners
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business Tuesday 5th Jan on NLive Radio
Northampton Borough Council's Leader Cllr Jonathan Nunn looks forward and discusses the exciting plans for Northampton's regeneration and redevelopment (2nd of 2 interviews)
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business Tuesday 5th Jan on NLive Radio
Internationally acclaimed author, speaker, consultant and 'futurist' Richard Watsonof the University of Cambridge, comments on Covid, Brexit and a variety of major trends as he looks into his crystal ball and talks about anticipating - and shaping - the future (1st of 2 interviews)
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business Tuesday 5th Jan on NLive Radio
Development Manager Racheal Templeton of supermarket fruit supplier Lutton Farm tell us diversification into their award-winning Blue Aurora Wines made from blueberries.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 29th December on NLive Radio
Award-winning beverage producer and Local Food Hero Laurence Conisbee of Wharf Distillery talks about how his business has developed despite Covid, with a growing range of artisan distilled drinks
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 29th December on NLive Radio
Cllr Jonathan Nunn, Leader of Northampton Borough Council, reflects on 2020, such a challenging year, with his highs, lows and lessons learnt -the first of two interviews (part 2 next week looks forward to 2021)
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 29th December on NLive Radio
A US perspective on Christmas & Covid, Brexit & Trump from HR Manager Sue Ridgewell based in Los Angeles
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 29th December on NLive Radio
MBA student Sonia Pereira in Sevilla in Spain, a professional engineer and mum talks about coping with Covid, Christmas and studying
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 29th December on NLive Radio
Duncan Farrington of Farrington Oils Ltd talks about doing well by doing good through his range of healthy & natural Mellow Yellow rapeseed oil products, winning multiple awards and accolades - as well as sales - as he builds corporate social responsibility and sustainability into the DNA of his business
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 22nd December on NLive Radio
Award-winning Natasha Caton, The Loving Chef at Sol Haven Farm, talks about her social business doing wonderful things with food to help the poor, disadvantaged and homeless
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 22nd December on NLive Radio
The Rev Oliver Coss of Northampton's All Saints Church talks about the true meaning of Christmas, suggesting it presents an opportunity for rest and reflection about what is important in life, with the opportunity for renewal in our values
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 22nd December on NLive Radio
Lucy Wightman, the Director of Public Health for Northamptonshire, gives insights into her career and critical role in fighting the pandemic, with an uncompromising Covid guidance and advice for Christmas
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 22nd December on NLive Radio
Trudy Avery of Avery Creative shares news of her year and a competition to win a free logo design for a local business or start-up
Originally Broadcast 15th December 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Queen of the Northants Food & Drink scene, Rachel Mallows MBE DL, gives us an update on the Northamptonshire Food & Drink Awards, with news of a new shop showcasing the County's products
Originally Broadcast 15th December 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Director of the University's Institute for Creative Leather Technologies (ICLT), Rachel Garwood, talks of Northamptonshire's great leather heritage and why the Institute is such a great asset - and how both deserve more local appreciation to match their global profile
Originally Broadcast 15th December 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Trickers Footwear ManagingDirector Martin Mason, gives us an end of year update on how the business has coped with Covid - brings news of a new partnership in China.
Originally Broadcast 15th December 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
John Josephs, President & Lay Reader of the Northampton Synagogue, talks about our local Jewish community and its Hanukkah festivities which are celebrated in December
Originally Broadcast 15th December 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northampton Hope Centre CEO Robin Burgess gives an update on the well-known and much-loved charity, how it has had to adapt to Covid and the many initiatives and services it offers to address homelessness & poverty, especially at Christmas
Originally Broadcast on Tuesday 8th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Paul Green of The Business Community, a networking group for SMEs talks about the extensive mutual help and support that local businesses can benefit from - especially in challenging times
Originally Broadcast on Tuesday 8th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Chris Jeffries talks about his company DevClever and how its LaunchYourCareer.com software helps people all over the world make good career choices - especially young people
Originally Broadcast on Tuesday 8th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Nick Petford, Vice Chancellor and CEO of the University of Northampton, reflects on a challenging year in academia but one not without its success and hope for the future
Originally Broadcast on Tuesday 8th December on Open4Business on NLive Radio - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Hear Ben Thomas of All Things Business UK give his monthly round-up, followed by 'Singing Solicitor' Kevin Rogers of Wilson Browne Solicitors and some fellow 'Santa Songsters" - Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce's Kate Denne and Scott Norville of Silverstone Fleet Management #WeAreSFM - explaining how and why they are putting a smile on all our faces to get us in the Christmas mood.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 1stDecember 2020 - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Andy Sarson of APS Marketing Services shares insights on the importance of marketing services for local SMEs and how APS can help.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 1stDecember 2020 - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
SEMLEP's Growth Hub Manager Vicky Hlomuka talks about SEMLEP's wide range of business support for the region's businesses of all sizes, so vital in this year of Covid.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 1stDecember 2020 - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Director Alistair Lomax talks about the Arc Universities Group part of the Oxford-Cambridge Arc initiative and how the nine universities support regional development, with some exciting areas already identified for technological leadership
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 1stDecember 2020 - https://nliveradio.com/shows/open-for-business/
Katie Fisher, CEO of Northampton's internationally renowned St Andrew's Healthcare offers insights into her role and the institution, and how it has coped with Covid.
Local finance expert John Landers shares insights into the range of SME funding options and the support services that finance brokers can offer local businessmen
Windrush baby Steve Adamson of Sani-Safe Solutions discusses how his business is helping fight Covid and how he has overcome prejudice and hardship throughout his life to become successful through a positive mental attitude
Lesley Thirsk & Steve Thirsk talk about The Guild of Photographers and its wide range membership services for both professional and amateur photographers - and how they have built a strong community of mutual support
Senior NHS manager Matthew Tucker shares details of the frontline of the Covid battle and insights into successful hospital management.
Originally Broadcast on 17th November on Open4Business on NLive Radio nliveradio.com
Executive coach Anjana Rajani FCIPD of Power to Progress explains the difference between coaching and counselling and how she has had to adapt her business to the Covid crisis.
Originally Broadcast on 17th November on Open4Business on NLive Radio nliveradio.com
American academic Dr. Diepiriye Kuku-Siemons gives his strongly held and articulate views on the US presidential election
Originally Broadcast on 17th November on Open4Business on NLive Radio nliveradio.com
Mark Mullen, Operations Manager of the Northampton Town Centre BID shares news of several new Xmas shopping initiatives to beat Covid and lockdown
Originally Broadcast on 17th November on Open4Business on NLive Radio nliveradio.com
Well-known County mover & shaker Rob Purdie talks about the new Central Arc Angels business funding network aiming to bring money and business ideas together.
Originally Broadcast on 17th November on Open4Business on NLive Radio nliveradio.com
A view from the struggling hospitality industry - Kettering Park Hotel's General Manager Andrew Hollett chats about how he has coped with Covid, his people management and the hotel's support for the local community
Originally broadcast 10th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Robust health of local business - Grant Thornton's Corporate Finance Director Mike Hughes talks about their 2020 Northamptonshire Ltd analysis of the health of the County's top 100 companies, with upbeat findings.
Originally broadcast 10th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Customers as 'fans' - Kerry Reynolds, Area Director for the new challenger bank Metro, talks about Metro's refreshing approach to customer service as well as how the Bank has adjusted to Covid.
Originally broadcast 10th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northampton Grosvenor Shopping Centre Director James Roberts talks about his role, the challenges of Covid and his support for Northampton town centre regeneration.
Originally Broadcast 3rd November 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Hewitsons' Head of Charity Law Virginia Henley tells us how the firm is celebrating Trustee Week, what it means to be a trustee and what to take into account if you want to become one.
Originally Broadcast 3rd November 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Executive Director of the Cambridge-Oxford Arc Bev Hindle explains what the Arc is and tells us of the vision for this important regional development platform with big plans - with Northants right at the heart!
Originally Broadcast 3rd November 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Ben Thomas of All Things Business UK gives us his regular monthly County round up with the key stories that have caught his eye
Originally Broadcast 3rd November 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Hilary Chipping, CEO of SEMLEP (the South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership) what the organisation supports regional development and prosperity, and how it has adapted to helped local businesses address Covid
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 27th October 2020 on NLive Radio
Prof Colin Mayer of Oxford Said Business School shares insights into his ground-breaking research on the future of capitalism and his call for 'purposeful' business that is influencing governments and businesses around the world.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 27th October 2020 on NLive Radio
Northants County Council CEO Theresa Grant gives an upbeat update on the recently troubled local authority, addressing challenges in terms of finance, childrens' services - with Brexit and Covid-19 on top!
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 27th October 2020 on NLive Radio
Local boy made good - Northants only Michelin-starred chef Adam Gray shares how the Covid crisis has affected him and his current activities in the area of food, fitness and wellbeing.
Originally Broadcast 22nd October on Open4Business on NLive Radio - Local Radio for Northampton
World Cup winner and Saints hero Ben Cohen talks about his Stand Up Foundation tackling bullying, his views on the local authorities as well as his new life in Soo Yoga, the Northampton wellbeing centre he has set up with his partner, Kristina Rihanoff of Strictly Come Dancing fame
Originally Broadcast 22nd October on Open4Business on NLive Radio - Local Radio for Northampton
As the hard Brexit deal deadline came and went, Mark Meadowcroft, owner and MD of Signs-Express Northampton shares his views on the implications of the current Brexit 'deal or no deal' uncertainty
Originally Broadcast 22nd October on Open4Business on NLive Radio - Local Radio for Northampton
The University's Charlotte Patrick (Knowledge Transfer Manager) and Julie Tebbutt (Business Support Manager) talk about the wide range of ways in which the University is supporting local businesses, start-ups as well as established businesses.
Originally Broadcast 22nd October on Open4Business on NLive Radio - Local Radio for Northampton
Former corporate executive and ex GM of Collingtree Park Golf Club Phil Jones talks about his new venture IBOSS LTD and its business support services venture for SMEs.
Originally Broadcast 13th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
London Metropolitan Police Detective Chief Inspector Figo Fourazan talks about his work combatting the dark side of life alongside his doctoral research into cybercrime and his ambition to protect all of us - businesses and individuals alike
Originally Broadcast 13th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
In a week that celebrates Local Radio Day our very own NLive Radio Station Manager Martin Steers shares some creative ideas on how business can work with local radio for the benefit of both
Originally Broadcast 13th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Dolores Sanders, co-founder and Strategic Director of Northampton's success story Total Control Pro Ltd talks about the secrets of the company's fast-growth, its collaborative nature and her personal campaign to get more women into technology.
Originally Broadcast 13th October on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Celebrating his 10th birthday anniversary in business, Parm Bhangal of Bhangals Construction Consultants Ltd looks back over the past ten years and shares the secrets of his success , based on caring for customers and employees alike.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 6th October 2020 on NLive Radio
Listen to local Brit-Italian 'foodie' businessman Aldo Bosco MD of Rushden-based Italian food importers & distributors Fratelli Bosco Limited talking about the route to his business success, and how food can help mental & physical well-being.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 6th October 2020 on NLive Radio
International business students from Ethiopia and Mauritius, Tsegahiwot Abebe Belachew and Fei-sal Chatharoo share insights into the benefits of studying 100% online and the importance of a positive mental attitude.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 6th October 2020 on NLive Radio
University lecturers Louise Atkinson & Masoud Hassanabadi, Ph.D. with the monthly musing, this time talking about the US election and the state of democracy.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business 6th October 2020 on NLive Radio
From Russia With Love: former Strictly Come Dancing star professional dancer Kristina Rihanoff talks about the importance of physical and mental wellbeing, and what inspired her to open her Soo Yoga business in Northampton with partner and ex-Saints player Ben Cohen
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 29th September 2020 on NLive Radio
Ben Thomas from All Things Business gives us his monthly round-up of the local business scene, shares his hopes and aspirations and introduces his new Editor, Judith Halliday
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 29th September 2020 on NLive Radio
Returning international MBA students Karuna Arora and Pankaj Mistry and MBA Programme Leader Dr Ade Otukoya discuss the meaning of an MBA, online learning and coping with Covid, as well as their hopes for placements with local companies.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 29th September 2020 on NLive Radio
As students return to universities Director of Estates & Campus Services, Becky Bradshaw, talks about the impact of Covid on her role, how the University of Northampton campus has been made safe for students and staff and the future of the university business model.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business 29th September 2020 on NLive Radio
A leading light in the County, art specialist Mary Miller DL, brings news of her latest fundraising activities at the launch of Charles (Lord) Spencer's new book 'The White Ship' , raising over £10,000 for the Red Cross in support of its local and international aid work.
Originally Broadcast 22nd September 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Regular guest and listener - and local mover & shaker - Connie Penn shares details of a new initiative to help the County's mental wellbeing through music, with the help of the 2.5 Sopranos (not to be confused with The Three Tenors!).
Originally Broadcast 22nd September 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Hewitson's solicitor Dominic Hopkins gives us an update on the recent Supreme Court judgment in the important test case on business interruption insurance and the fate of £millions claims arising from Covid lockdown.
Originally Broadcast 22nd September 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The University's Janice Watkins shares details of the Time2Grow programme, with financial support for SMEs to engage recent graduates on short term projects - helping both the company and a young person in their early career.
Originally Broadcast 22nd September 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
University of Northampton 2nd year student and up & coming creative talent Jessica Rule talks her studies, interests and aspirations and how, at the last minute, she came to the aid of an outdoor charity concert to professionally record the event
Originally broadcast 15th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Northants commercial catering equipment supplier WhitCo's CEO Vita Whitaker talks about her business and its wide-ranging community engagements - and the importance of networks - with an appeal for a local artist to help create a mural on a restaurant refurbishment project.
Originally Broadcast 15th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Director of Screen Northants, Northampton's very own film-makers, Becky Adams, tells us of new opportunities to help local people of all ages enter into the film industry.
Originally broadcast 15th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Founder and bossof Pilkington Communications, Jessica Pilkington, talks about coping under Covid, supporting her clients and how a very ad life-changing event has refocused her work and approach to life.
Originally broadcast 15th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
CEO Suzy Van Rooyen DL talks about the good work of The Good Loaf Bakery & Cafe, a social business helping vulnerable and disadvantaged women, often ex-offenders, rebuild their self-esteem and purpose in life and develop their skils for gainful employment.
Originally broadcast 15th September 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Grant Thornton's regional Director of Corporate Finance, Mike Hughes gives us an insight into large corporate life under Covid and how both his firm and his clients have been adapting, especially in terms of buying and selling companies.
Originally Broadcast 8th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Events and sales specialist Sheila Smith talks about how she has had to radically change her business model in the way she supports SMEs, and how success can come out of adversity at any stage in one's career.
Originally Broadcast 8th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Experienced marketeer and businessman, Rob Purdie tells us of his latest business activities as well as his many years of service supporting the development and regeneration of Northampton town and county
Originally Broadcast 8th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Matt Coleman, Director of Primary Education for Nene Education Trust and its seven schools, shares insights into the education world and how back to school and the new term is going.
Originally Broadcast 8th September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Listen to Mandy Young DL, the founder of Corby's highly successful skateboard park, Adrenaline Alley, who was awarded an MBE in 2018 for her work and service to the community.
Originally Broadcast 1st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Learn about the UK's National Honours System and how you can nominate local heroes from Dominic Hopkins DL, a solicitor with Hewitsons and the Under-Sheriff of Northamptonshire who serves on the County's Honours Committee.
Originally Broadcast on 1st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Stephanie Njeri, a recent 1st class honours graduate in International Business from the University of Northampton, shares her perspective on the world of work as a young, talented black woman.
Originally Broadcast 1st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
As our children return to school, Open4Business presenter and Senior Lecturer Louise Atkinson, a mum, talks with the University's Dr Masoud Hassanabadi about the risks involved and government policy towards education under Covid.
Originally Broadcast on 1st September on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Regular guest Ben Thomas of All Things Business gives his monthly round up of the regional business scene as seen from his monthly business magazine covering the movers and shakers.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 25th August 2020
Up and coming restaurant Manager Elliot Knight of Northampton's fine dining restaurant Hibiscus (now in Delapre Abbey) shares his enthusiasm for business and catering and the plans for Hibiscus.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 25th August 2020
Northants oldest shoe manufacturer's MD, Martin Mason talks about the challenges faced by Trickers in the past few months, and his contribution to Northampton Forward and the regeneration of Northampton town centre.
Originally Broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 25th August 2020
Anne Brebner, Leader of the Northamptonshire Business network for 3 years, talks about the impact of Covid on local SMEs and the growth of and new plans for her domestic and business cleaning services companies, with a new B2B support initiative.
Originally broadcast on Open4Business on NLive Radio 25th August 2020
Hannah Brady of The Brady Creative and journalist & broadcaster John Griff tell us of their latest musical initiative with Wilson Browne's Singing Solicitor Kevin Rogers to commemorate VJ Day, with a special video medley of Vera Lynn's songs in aid of Help for Heroes.
Originally broadcast 18th August on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Steve Ward of St Giles Cheese Shop in Northampton, a traditional deli celebrating its 10th year, shares with us why he and his wife Caroline have just been named Business heroes for their response to Covid
Originally broadcast 18th August on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Local insolvency practitioner Gary Pettit, MDof PBC Business Recovery, explains his approach to struggling businesses with his views on the next 6-12 months in terms of corporate failure & survival.
Originally broadcast 18th August on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Matt Harvey, MD of P&M PumpsLtd talks about his unglamorous but vital business seeling a disntcive type of pump to utilility companies, food companies and many more that benefit from a pump that chops as well as pumps - and how his business has coped under Covid
Originally broadcast 18th August on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Station Manager Martin Steers interviews new Open4Business presenter Louise Atkinson, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Northampton and finds out about Louise's business history and interests in business that she hopes to bring to the show and reflects her academic practices. With a little of the behind the scenes on Louise and the station.
Cllr Matt Golby (Con) Leader of the Northamptonshire County Council, talks openly and frankly about the challenges the Council has faced over the past few years - finances, reorganisation, Brexit, children's services - and his approach to addressing these challenges.
Originally Broadcast 11th August 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
The Hope Centre's Fundraising & Marketing Manager Louise Danielczuk talks with Louise Atkinson about the challenges faced by this important homelessness charity and the innovative ways it is raising money.
Originally broadcast 4th August 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Hear Xihui Chen (Haviour), a former student of the University of Northampton and ex-President of the Students Union, how her career has blossomed since she came to the UK from China, now that she is a lecturer in accounting & finance at Teesside University.
Originally broadcast 4th August 2020 on Open4Business NLive Radio
Gavin Miller, the Regional Secretary for Community TU, a very modern trade union with its national training centre in Northamptonshire, talks about his increasing workload concerns for jobs as a result of Covid-19 and Brexit
Originally Broadcast 28th July 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Entrepreneur Connie Penn and talented local opera soprano artist Julie Unwin discuss music and mental health and how they and some fellow artistes are working with charities and companies to help lift our spirits and raise money through their talent.
Originally broadcast 28th July 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Learn about how to prepare for a 'happy death' - and a very modern approach to managing a business - from Phil Zeidler DL, a serial entrepreneur who has set up a new business called Dead Happy, which tries to remove the taboos surrounding death.
Originally broadcast 28th of July 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Emma Speirs from local PR company Ballyhoo PR talks about the impact of Covid-19 on her business and her clients, and why its more important than ever to keep in touch with your customers during a crisis.
Originally Broadcast 28th July 2020 on Open4Business on NLive Radio nliveradio.com
New Open4Business presenter and Senior Lecturer in Strategy, Louise Atkinson talks about her doctoral thesis, what a doctorate is and how hers can be of practical help to local businesses
Originally Broadcast 21st of July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Stephen Bell, the energetic and talented Musical Director of the Northamptonshire Male Voice Choir, talks about his love of and wok in music and the cross-over with his management training & development business Red Kite Training in terms of managing and motivating the best form a team
Originally Broadcast 21st of July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Paul McManus of McManus Taverns, a leading hospitality company in the County, talks about his business and the challenges and surprises of reopening after lockdown
Originally Broadcast 21st of July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Martin Steers the Manager of NLive Radio with an update on the station, new audience figures, and discusses the power of local radio and shows like Open4Business.
Originally Broadcast 21st of July on Open4Business on NLive Radio
Damian Pickard, the Strategic Director for Northampton-based Goodwill Solutions Ltd, talks about this successful, fast-growing company and how it does well by doing good - with a focused social mission that led to its recent Queen's Award for Industry.
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 14th July on NLives Open4Business
Ruth Sherry from Northampton, who graduated in 2018 from the University of Birmingham and who now works for the Society of London Theatres, talks about the impact of the crisis on the theatre sector, life under furlough and offers her advice for those at or about to go to university.
Originally Broadcast Tuesday 14th July on NLives Open4Business
The University of Northampton's Dr Amin Hosseinian-Far talks about the Centre for Sustainable Business Practices (CSBP), a research centre where he is the Director, and what it can do to help businesses survive, thrive and recover from the crisis to build resilience - with examples from CSBP's Louise Atkinson, a Senior Lecturer in Strategy.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio Open4Business 14th July 2020
Anthony Pile, Chairman of the highly successful Northants business Blue Skies Ltd, tells us about his career and background, and his recipe for success supplying fruit from around the world to the big retailers - and how taking care of people and the planet has led to this business success and a 4th Queen's Award for Industry
Originally Broadcast Open4Business Show NLive Radio 7th July 2020
Co-founder and Director Becky Adams of Screen Northants tells us about her social business' mission to both put Northamptonshire on the map in the film world, promote and retain creative young talent amongst the County's less fortunate youths - and how we can all help
Originally Broadcast Open4Business Show NLive Radio 7th July 2020
University of Northampton business lecturers Dr Masoud Hassanabadi & Dr Mils Hills - our monthly does of M&M - shoot the breeze with comment and insight into things that catch their eye in the news and the global business environment.
Originally Broadcast Open4Business Show NLive Radio 7th July 2020
CEO and Assay Master Doug Henry at the Birmingham Assay Office, founded in the 1700s, give an insight into the historic organisation's unique ownership structure and key role in customer protection and the hallmarking of precious metals.
Originally Broadcast Open4Business Show NLive Radio 7th July 2020
Professor Shaowei He gives details the University's China & Emerging Economies Centre's work in building bridges between Northamptonshire and key Chinese cities to create a path for our local businesses to do business with China, with details of a webinar series offering real insights into exporting to and sourcing from China.
Originally Broadcast 30th June 2020
Oliver Wicksteed, Chairman of the Wicksteed Charitable Trust, tells us of the challenges that Covid-19 brought to the park and its operating company, and the plans taking shape for the Par to rise from the ashes like a phoenix, joined fellow Liverpool supporter Ben Thomas from All Things Business for his views on the local business scene.
Originally Broadcast 30th June 2020
YMCA's Business Development Manager for Northampton Kat Newman shares her enthusiasm for the planned return of YMCA to Northampton that she is leading, and how she plans to work collaboratively with charities and local businesses to address some of the most pressing problems for young people
Originally Broadcast 30th June 2020
Barcelona-based Belgian Tom Van der Heyden, a guest speaker in the University's Doing Business with China webinar series, talks about his 17 years experience sourcing products from and selling products into China.
Originally Broadcast on 30th June 2020
Local GP, Army Reservist and Singing Doctor Thao Nguyen talks about how she combines her careers and uses her music to awareness of - and funds for - mental wellbeing charities.
Originally Broadcast on the Open4Business Show 23rd June 2020
Digital Northampton recently held its successful Merged Futures virtual event and for an update we hear from Richard Beards, who leads the Digital Northampton project open to all businesses, and new NLive presenter Ken Punter, a specialist in digital marketing.
Originally Broadcast on the Open4Business Show 23rd June 2020
How has Covid-19 affected the legal world? Hear from Hewitsons Solicitors partner Dominic Hopkins DL on how the firm is coping with the crisis, which areas of their work are growing and important news of a High Court test case on the validity business continuity insurance claims as a result of Covid19
Originally Broadcast on the Open4Business Show 23rd June 2020
Against a background of climate change, Covid-19, racial tensions etc national CSR (corporate social responsibility) experts David Logan & Campbell McDonald talk about the case for a new, fairer, more inclusive capitalism as we come out of Covid-19 and take the opportunity to Build Back Better for environmental, social as well as economic benefit - the 'triple bottom line'
Originally Broadcast on the Open4Business Show 23rd June 2020
Lucy Reece-Raybould, CEO of the British Footwear Association, the shoe industry's trade body based in Northamptonshire and representing over 100 manufacturers, retailers, wholesalers and brands, talks about her role and career, the challenges of Covid, internationalisation and how she supports the county's leading shoe brands famous around the world.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 16th June 2020
Queen's Award for Industry winner Bambino Mio's CEO Guy Schanschieff DL talks about how his 20+ year old reusable nappy business has come of age and going from strength to strength, with 80%pa growth year on year, and an international reach - and impact - all based on a clear vision, sound values and a commitment to good corporate citizenship
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 16th June 2020
Pete Jones, an ex BBC journalist who now runs a PR consultancy and media training business called Alert PR, with Northampton's Deco Theatre as one of his clients, tells how always looking on the bright side of life enables him to turn a crisis into an opportunity as he prepares to publish his first book.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 16th June 2020
Top University of Northampton international MBA students, Divya Saina & Pankay Mistry, both from India, talk about living and studying in the UK and how they miss face to face classes.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 16th June 2020
Pindy Kaur, the Community Development Manager of SCCYC, the Sikh Community Centre & Youth Club, talks about the work of the organisation within the community and how it has grown under and adapted to Covid-19. Their work has resulted in a recent Queen's Award for Voluntary Service, an MBE for charitable organisations. With its new Waterside Connect Community Centre about to open, find out how the organisation plans to go from strength to strength.
The Chrysalis Foundation's CEO David Apparicio explains how he has used his professional qualifications and experience to build a charity helping the confidence, self-esteem and employability of prison inmates and offenders, earning an MBE along the way. Listen to David's highly successful approach, how local businesses can support David and how he can help you.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 9th June 2020
The University of Northamtpon's PhD student Elodie Rene and Senior Lecturer Dr. Alison Hulme talk about their research into 'de-growth' and how a focus on constant growth at all costs is ruining the planet and not sustainable. They argue that a whole new approach is needed to business and government, and that we should be measuring and valuing well-being instead of, or at least alongside, economic growth - and this will make all businesses more resilient and sustainable in the long run.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 9th June 2020
Sarah Homer, CEO of the Brackmills Industrial Estate BID (Business Improvement District) explains her role supporting over 180 businesses, the innovative approach and how they have all reacted so positively to the Covid crisis. Learn about Sarah's hopes, aspirations and plans to bring a new tramline connecting Brackmills and the University to the town centre to relive congestion and help the environment.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 9th June 2020
Black American lecturer at the University of Northampton, Dr Diepiriye Kuku-Siemons, currently based in Hanoi, Vietnam, talks about growing up with racism in the USA, living in various countries and reflects on the George Floyd incident and the lessons to be learnt for all of us from the Black Lives Matter movement.
Originally Broadcast on NLive Radio on Tuesday 9th June 2020
Iain Hulmes, CEO of fast growing Wellingborough-based Pallite, explains how Covid-19 has driven the firm's innovation and growth into new business areas. Learn about how you can make a good business out of being environmentally - and how new management techniques may be emerging from the Covid crisis.
Originally Broadcast on the 2nd of June 2020
Card payment expert Connie Penn updates us on the growing problems of card payment refunds and fraud arising as telephone card payments increase. This is a ticking time bomb - local retailers beware!
Originally Broadcast on the 2nd of June 2020
University of Northampton business lecturers Dr Mils Hils and Dr Masoud Hassanabadi give their views on global events, geo-politics and much more. Enjoy an informal international perspective on the news and current affairs.
Originally Broadcast on the 2nd of June 2020
Jo Gordon, Chief Executive of Northampton's award-winning Royal & Derngate Theatre, talks about the challenges of Covid-19 and a 'dark' theatre, her plans for and hopes for reopening and importance of the arts in the community's life and wellbeing. Learn how the Derngate is looking to work in partnership with more local charities.
Originally Broadcast on the 2nd of June 2020
Richard Beards of Northamptonshire County Council talks about the Digital Northampton project he leads, which is open to all businesses to enhance connectivity, and an upcoming virtual event 'Merged Futures'. Find out more about how Digital Northampton can help you and your business.
Originally Broadcast on the 2nd of June 2020
Cobblers's Chairman Kelvin Thomas talks from his home in Florida about the impact of Covid-19 on the Club and himself, the community work going on behind the scenes and the imminent return of football to Sixfields with the play-offs and chance for promotion. Enjoy Cobblers chat and how underneath is an important business - and community asset.
Originally Broadcast on the 2nd of June 2020