NNBN Podcast
By Hosted by Simon Cox
More further information about the NNBN, visit nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383 or 01604 926262.
NNBN PodcastApr 26, 2024
Episode 34 - Meet George, George and George from Venturi Marketing
Welcome to the exciting NNBN podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Listen to George, George and George from Venturi Marketing talking about their start up business, what they do to add value to their clients and how they've grown their business since launching.
To learn more about Venturi Marketing, you can visit their website here.
Episode 33 - Jennie Jahina from Wilson Browne Solicitors talks to us about Employment Law and AI in the work place
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Listen to Jennie Jahina, Head of the Employment team at Wilson Browne Solicitors talking about employment law changes and how AI can affect employment in the work place.
For further information about Wilson Browne Solicitors visit https://wilsonbrowne.co.uk
Episode 32 - Jenny Woodruff and Kiran Gill from Wilson Browne Solicitors talk about conveyancing
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Listen to Jenny Woodruff and Kiran Gill both from the conveyancing team at Wilson Browne Solicitors talking about what they do and how they help people.
For more information visit https://wilsonbrowne.co.uk
Episode 31 - Terry Corby from Good Business Pays talks about late payments
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Listen to Terry Corby from Good Business Pays talking to Simon about what they do and help measure the impacts late payment make on Small businesses.
The campaign launched the Good Business Pays campaign on the 14th May 2021 to encourage the UK’s largest companies to fast track payments to small suppliers, helping them bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic and injecting vital capital into the economy. This is a problem that has existed for many years. But despite the great efforts of many people and organisations, the problem for small businesses waiting a long time to get paid still exists. We aim to bring an end to slow and late payments. For more information visit https://goodbusinesspayments.com
Episode 30 - Lucy Parkinson from Cynthia Spencer Hospice talks about how you could help get involved
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Listen to Lucy Parkinson from Cynthia Spencer Hospice talking about how you could help support the hospice.
Yes charities need financial support, but they also need people to help them with events and supporting day to day activities at the hospice so what could you do to help ?
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 29 - Jo Moore, CEO of Accommodation Concern, talks about debt and housing advice in Northamptonshire
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Listen to Jo Moore, CEO of Accommodation Concern based in Kettering, talking about debt and housing advice.
It's been a challenging time with the cost of living crisis and on the back of the pandemic and Jo talks about support for those in debt, how Accommodation Concern can help and what to do if you find yourself in this position.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 28 - We enjoyed the Northamptonshire Business Exhibition at Wicksteed Park
We thoroughly enjoyed the Northamptonshire Business Exhibition at Wicksteed Park and meeting a number of businesses from across the County.
Here you can hear Simon talking to local businesses and charities from around the County.
Thank you to:
Sunny Singh - Northamptonshire Business Community
Chris Smith - Royal & Derngate
Aman Bin-Nassir - Prafun (Young Enterprise Company Programme)
Tom Cliffe - Cafe Track/Issured
Chantelle Cameron - Professional Boxer
Sean Rose - Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce
Simon Hollis - Go Beyond Challenge
Cllr Daniel Lister - West Northamptonshire Council
Eliza Seville - Eliza Seville Racing
Dean Jones and Katie Vickers - Northamptonshire Community Foundation
Tom Warrender - Wilson Browne Solicitors
Martin Steers - NLive Radio
Ben Littlewood - Hanger 41
Chloe Finch - The Chester House Estate
Ashish Kumar - Web Alliance
Jessica Pilkington - Pilkington Communications
Aimee Smith - Hawsons Chartered Accountants
Wayne Lennon - Chalk Original
Nick Freeman - Nick Freeman Photography
For further details of the next Northamptonshire Business Exhibition, visit https://northants-chamber.co.uk
Episode 27 - Sarah Hayle from the Community Law Service in Northampton joins us to talk about their services
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Listen to Sarah Hayle, CEO of the Community Law Service (Northampton and County), who are a registered charity and an independent specialist social welfare advice provider. The aim of the organisation is to improve the health and wellbeing of local residents through tackling social and financial exclusion, alleviating poverty and advancing education. This is achieved through the provision of specialist advice, casework and representation currently in the fields of Welfare Benefits, Debt, Financial Capability, Energy Advice, Housing and Immigration..
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 26 - Kevin Rogers, Chair of the Board at Wilson Browne Solicitors talks to us about his adopted home "Northamptonshire" plus lots more!
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Kevin Rogers, Chair of the Board at Wilson Browne Solicitors based in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire, joins us to talk about his adopted home of "Northamptonshire", business matters in Northamptonshire, how businesses should get further involved in the education sector to support future generations and how Wilson Browne Solicitors have "all the help you need!".
Listen to Kevin also talking about how he shared the stage with us with Business Minister Kevin Hollinrake came to Kettering last March.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 25 - Greg Guilford from HR Solutions talks about the latest SME Business Survey recently released in Northamptonshire
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Greg Guilford, CEO of HR Solutions based in Kettering, joins us to talk to us about their latest results in the 2024 SME Business Survey.
Listen to Greg and Simon discussing the survey results.
To download your copy, visit here
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 24 - Emma Kendrick from Laugh Out Loud Theatre talks about their fundraising for the Northamptonshire Community Foundation
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Tomorrow, the Franklins £50 Challenge starts and Emma Kendrick from Laugh Out Loud Theatre based in Northamptonshire joined us to talk about how they will be using the £50 which will be given to them by Franklins Solicitors to raise as much money as they can for their nominated charity, the Northamptonshire Community Foundation.
Listen to Emma talking about LOL Theatre and what they will be doing to raise money for the charity.
To learn more about LOL Theatre, visit here
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 23 - Eliza Seville joins us to talk about her racing and how businesses can support her
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Last week it was good to speak to Eliza Seville about her racing, how she got into motorsport and how businesses can support her through advertising and sponsorship.
You can hear Eliza talk about her journey into motorsport, how she graduated through the National College of Motorsport and her big dream of racing at Le Mans.
To learn more about Eliza's racing and how you could get involved, visit here.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 22 - Jenny Herrera, CEO of the Good Business Charter, discusses Good Business Week
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Last week was Good Business Week where the Good Business Charter led a campaign talking about the positive work being done throughout the UK by businesses and charities.
You can hear Jenny talking about what happened during Good Business Week and also the work that the Good Business Charter is doing.
To learn more about the Good Business Charter and how you could get involved, visit here.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
Episode 21 - Listen to successful entrepreneur, business owner and business coach Parm Bhangal talking about his journey
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Northamptonshire based Parm Bhangal joins us to talk about what he does, his business, his journey, entrepreneurship and more.
You can hear Parm talking about what it was like the first time they won one of their business awards, his "why", his growth and why he is now helping others to follow his journey through his coaching and mentoring.
To learn more about Bhangals Construction, visit here or Parm's coaching business, visit here
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 20 - Rupert Turton from Action Coach Oakham & Kettering talks about BUSINESS PLANNING!
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Rupert Turton joins us to talk about what he does, his business and the importance of business planning.
You can hear Rupert talking about why businesses need to plan, an exciting new business planning workshop NNBN are running with Rupert and Angela and details of other events they are running.
To learn more about his business, visit https://oakham.actioncoach.co.uk/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 19 - Chris Smith from the Royal & Derngate joins us to talk about what's happening and future events
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Chris Smith, Development Manager from the Royal & Derngate join us to talk about what's happening and what's coming up as the iconic venue in Northampton celebrates it's 40th season.
Listen to Chris and Simon talking about how businesses can support the theatre, what's coming up and some exciting prizes in the auction taking place THIS WEEK!
To learn more information, visit https://www.royalandderngate.co.uk/ If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 18 - Debbie Houghton from Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group talks about Apprenticeships
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Debbie Houghton joins us to talk about The Bedford College Group's offering when it comes to Apprenticeships.
Did you know you can recruit your own people and then introduce them to the College to enter into an Apprenticeship ? Have a listen to find out how on this podcast with Debbie who is a former Apprentice herself!
To learn more information, visit https://bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 17 - Martin Traynor OBE, Small Business Crown Representative joins us to talk about the Procurement Act 2023
Based at the Cabinet Office in London, Martin works with government departments to help make procurement policies, practises, and procedures simpler for SMEs to navigate. He also works with SMEs to encourage them to think about pitching for both central government contracts and other opportunities across the wider public sector.
Martin has extensive experience in the leisure and hospitality sector, following a successful career in hotel management. In 2001 Martin decided to change career to take up the role of Group Chief Executive of the Leicestershire Chamber of Commerce (including CEO of Business Link, Leicestershire).
After leaving the Chamber in 2014, he set up his own consultancy business which he combines with several key Non-Executive roles.
In the 2007, Martin was awarded an OBE in HM The Queen’s New Year’s Honours for “Services to business and the community of the East Midlands”.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383.
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 16 - Have you heard of the Franklins Solicitors £50 Challenge ? LISTEN HERE!
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Rosanna Stimson from Franklins Solicitors LLP joins us, along with Dean Jones from the Northamptonshire Community Foundation and Nina Gandy from Cynthia Spencer to talk about why businesses should get involved in the Franklins £50 Challenge which starts on 20th February.
You can hear what it means to Franklins Solicitors who have created the challenge and both the charities involved.
To learn more about his business, visit https://franklins50.co.uk/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 15 - Jonathan Hill from Freelance Credit Control talks about the importance of cashflow and credit control
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Jonathan Hill joins us to talk about what he does, his business and the importance of cashflow and credit control.
You can hear Jonathan talking about his experience, why credit control is important and how he builds relationships with the people he works with to help collect their cash.
To learn more about his business, visit https://freelancecreditcontrol.com/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 14 - Sunny Singh from the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce talks to us about the Northamptonshire Business Exhibition
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Sunny Singh, Group Commercial Director of the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce, joins us to talk to Simon about the forthcoming Northamptonshire Business Exhibition taking place at Wicksteed Park on Friday 8th March.
Entry is free and you'll be able to engage with local businesses, network, learn and connect at the exhibition.
For further information, visit https://northants-chamber.co.uk
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 13 - Liz Barclay, the Small Business Commissioner, talks about late payments and what her office are doing to reduce late payments
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Liz Barclay, the Small Business Commissioner, talks to Simon about late payments, how they cause problems with business cashflow, her national role and how small businesses can sign the Prompt Payment Code.
To learn more about signing the Prompt Payment Code (which is free), click here: https://www.smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/ppc/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
Episode 12 - Dean Jones talks about the impact being made by the Northamptonshire Community Foundation in the County
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Dean Jones talks to Simon about the Northamptonshire Community Foundation and the impact being made across the County with the support they give.
Dean talks about Corporate Giving Network and more on the podcast including the Franklins £50 challenge.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 11 - Talking with Kevin Hollinrake MP, Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Kevin Hollinrake MP, the Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business talking to us about his visit to Northamptonshire last year, what businesses can expect this year and start up loans available for small businesses starting their business journey.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 10 - Talking with Dr Ebenezer Laryea from the University of Northampton about sustainability, the Northampton Accord and SLIPAH
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Dr Ebenezer Laryea and Simon talking about the Northampton Accord, SLIPAH (Sustainability Local Innovation Partnership Agenda Hub), TANZ West Northamptonshire (Towards A Net Zero West Northamptonshire) and how you could get involved.
Website for SLIPAH is https://slipah.co.uk
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 9 - Talking with Robin Webber-Jones, Principal of Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Robin Webber-Jones, Principal of Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group and Simon talking about the role of the college, how businesses can help support the college and how the college is adapting to a changing skills requirement for local employers in North Northamptonshire.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 8 - Talking with Milly Fyfe from No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC about her exciting start to 2024
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Milly Fyfe from No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC, double NNBN Award winner at last year's NNBN Awards, talking about her exciting news to kick off 2024!
Milly is a great advocate for local food and farming in Northamptonshire and it's great to see her listed in this year's f:entrepreneur top 100 female entrepreneurs through this campaign.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 7 - Talking with Cllr Fiona Baker, Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education for West Northamptonshire
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Cllr Fiona Baker and Simon talking about how young people in West Northamptonshire are seeking employment opportunities and also details of a special Business Brunch taking place on Thursday 18th January in Northampton.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 6 - Talking with Shehnaaz Latif from T.O.O.T. Services Ltd about Testimonials
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Shehnaaz Latif and Simon talking about T.O.O.T. Services Ltd and the importance of testimonial gathering.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 5 - Talking Awards, community funding and start up businesses
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: Beccy Hurrell and Lindsey Atkins from Beccy Hurrell Voice & Arts talking about creative arts and Awards success at the NNBN Awards and Northamptonshire Business Awards
Rachel McGrath, CEO of the Northamptonshire Community Foundation, talking about their recent Awards, being recognised themselves for what they do in the County as an organisation and how they've awarded £22 million to Northamptonshire charities and community groups inside the last 23 years
A rewind to #NNSTARTUPDAY 2022 when Tony Robinson OBE joined Simon to talk about starting a business and the importance of being involved in a business community If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 4 - Talking Awards, Pests, Commercial Litigation and Giving Back.....
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: James Richards from the award winning Commsave Credit Union talking about the Northamptonshire Business Awards and what they get up to at Commsave Credit Union
Matt O'Donnell from iX5 Pest Control in Northampton talking about pests, critters and honey bees
Hayley Mauro from Wilson Browne Solicitors talking about debt resolution, commercial litigation and how the 200 year old legal firm gives back to the community If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383 For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 3 - Talking running, awards and theatre in Northamptonshire
Listen to:
Kate Denne from Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce talking about the Northamptonshire Business Awards
Simon Hollis from Go Beyond Challenge talking about The Amazing Northampton Run
Emma Kendrick from LOL Theatre talking about their Christmas productions and what they do in the community
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 2 - Talking Awards With Winners At This Year's NNBN Awards
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Listen to:
- Tamara Holland from Dot & Stripe, Micro Business of the Year winner from this year's NNBN Awards
- Milly Fyfe from No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC, Business Person of the Year and Start Up Business of the Year winner from this year's NNBN Awards
More from Milly here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NoFussMealsForBusyParents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nofussmealsforbusyparents/ Hero video: https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/882150057 Podcast: https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-countryside-kitchen/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk
Episode 1 - Talking Business Grants, PR, CPD and Business Planning
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Listen to:
- Local news from around Northamptonshire
- Angela Turton from Action Coach Oakham and Kettering
- Mark Ferguson from More Fire PR
- Andy Donnachie from The CPD Group
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk