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BECBC: Where Energy meets Business

By BECBC Shadow Board

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BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Indelible Data (Developing the Next Generation)

BECBC: Where Energy meets BusinessJul 13, 2022

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BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Charlotte Kelly 'Exit Interview'

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Charlotte Kelly 'Exit Interview'

In this episode, Shadow Board Chair Jason Savage speaks to Charlotte Kelly about her time on the Shadow Board as she steps down after four years!

Sep 07, 202210:12
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Adam Pearson 'Exit Interview'

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Adam Pearson 'Exit Interview'

In this episode, Shadow Board Chair Jason Savage speaks to Adam Pearson about his time on the Shadow Board as he steps down after four years!

Sep 07, 202214:10
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Robin Spurr 'Exit Interview'

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Robin Spurr 'Exit Interview'

In this episode, Shadow Board Chair Jason Savage speaks to Robin Spurr about her time on the Shadow Board as she steps down after two years!

Sep 07, 202207:03
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - The Harrison Network (Micro Business)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - The Harrison Network (Micro Business)

In this episode Jason, Shadow Board Chair, speaks to Lucy Harrison from the Harrison Network on their win of the Micro Business Award at the 2022 BECBC Awards.

Aug 01, 202206:32
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Circular1 (Startup Business)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Circular1 (Startup Business)

In this episode Jason, current shadow board chair, speaks with Stuart MacLennan from Circular1 Health and why they were awarded Start Up Business of the Year at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 29, 202209:03
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Red Engineering (Innovation Award)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Red Engineering (Innovation Award)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Toby Bailey, Business Development Director at Red Engineering following their win of the Innovation Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 27, 202205:27
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Mathew Tomkinson (Shadow Board Award)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Mathew Tomkinson (Shadow Board Award)

In this episode Jason, Shadow Board Chair, Speaks to Mathew Tomkinson from Responsive Training Services about why he won the Shadow Board Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 25, 202208:30
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Delkia (Growing Business)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Delkia (Growing Business)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Mark Sisson, Nuclear Relationship Manager at Delkia, following their win of the Growing Business Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 22, 202204:27
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Robin Spurr (Rising Star Award)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Robin Spurr (Rising Star Award)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Robin Spurr following her win of the Rising Star Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 20, 202203:14
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Cumbria Manufacturing Alliance (Collaboration Award Highly Commended)
Jul 18, 202206:03
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - One Aim (Social Value Award)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - One Aim (Social Value Award)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Luke Richardson, Head of Social Value at One Aim, following their win of the Social Value Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 15, 202204:44
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Indelible Data (Developing the Next Generation)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Indelible Data (Developing the Next Generation)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Georgia Routledge, Office manager at Indelible Data, following their win of the Developing the Next Generation Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 13, 202204:08
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Bechtel / Cavendish (Collaboration Award)
Jul 11, 202209:40
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Morgan Sindall (Environmental Award)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Morgan Sindall (Environmental Award)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Ursula Jordan, Senior Communications Officer at Morgan Sindall following their win of the Environmental Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 08, 202206:59
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Tetra Tech (Inspiring People)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Tetra Tech (Inspiring People)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Craig Hatch, President of Tetra Tech UK, following their win of the Inspiring People Award at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 06, 202205:11
BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Prima Uno (Business of the Year 2022)

BECBC Awards 2022 Podcast - Prima Uno (Business of the Year 2022)

In this episode Jason, current Shadow Board Chair, speaks with Sarah Purdham, Managing Director of Prima Uno, following their win as Business of the Year at the BECBC Awards 2022.

Jul 04, 202205:49
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Gary Shuttleworth

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Gary Shuttleworth

In this episode Rhianna, from our shadow board, speaks to Gary Shuttleworth one of our BECBC Directors. 

Jun 10, 202211:32
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Ruth Sellick

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Ruth Sellick

In this episode Rhianna, from our shadow board, speaks to Ruth Sellick BECBC Deputy Chair. This episode was recorded in 2021.

Jun 10, 202214:25
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Centre for Leadership Performance
Jun 10, 202208:40
Gerard Richardson MBE - Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria 2022

Gerard Richardson MBE - Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria 2022

In the next instalment of the BECBC Shadow Board Podcast, Adam Pearson from our Shadow Board chats to Gerard Richardson MBE, Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria. Gerard takes use through his career, his aspirations in his new role and some personal insights. 

Jun 06, 202251:58
Shadow Board Podcast - Tom Scaife

Shadow Board Podcast - Tom Scaife

In this instalment of the Shadow Board Podcasts, Robin Spurr speaks to BECBC Legal Director Tom Scaife.

Apr 25, 202223:60
Shadow Board Podcast - Lee Grears

Shadow Board Podcast - Lee Grears

In the next instalment of the Shadow Board Podcast, Jason Savage speaks to new BECBC Chair Lee Grears.

Apr 25, 202221:06
Shadow Board Podcast - Andrew Clitheroe

Shadow Board Podcast - Andrew Clitheroe

In the next instalment of the Shadow Board Podcasts, Jason Savage speaks to BECBC Finance Director Andrew Clitheroe. 

Apr 25, 202216:40
BECBC Awards - Shadow Board Award Sponsors Sunbelt Rentals

BECBC Awards - Shadow Board Award Sponsors Sunbelt Rentals

Charlotte from our Shadow Board speaks to Sunbelt Rentals Ltd, the sponsors of the Shadow Board Award at the BECBC awards in May 2022. 

Apr 25, 202214:17
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast - Peter Fleming (BECBC Board Director)
Oct 29, 202128:54
Ivan Baldwin - Marketing & Business Development, Bechtel & BECBC Chair | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | 2021

Ivan Baldwin - Marketing & Business Development, Bechtel & BECBC Chair | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | 2021

Chair of BECBC, Ivan Baldwin, sits down with Shadow Board member, Adam Pearson, to discuss his role within the Business Cluster, his career to date and a bit about his personal life.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Apr 16, 202146:53
COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 5

COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 5

Stephen McCullough (Armstrong Watson), Becca Lutwyche (Sellafield Ltd), and Dougal Monk (KBR)  join Shadow Board members, Rhianna Smith and Adam Pearson to discuss how their organisations have dealt with the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Jan 22, 202123:55
COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 4

COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 4

Jutta Devenish (Zeitgeist Communications), Kirsten Prosser (Financial Insights), Dick Monaghan (Delkia) and James Miller (PWHytek) join Shadow Board members, Rhianna Smith and Adam Pearson to discuss how their organisations have dealt with the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Jan 22, 202127:40
COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 3

COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 3

Joanne Chambers (Lakeland Capabilities), Ian Dolman (CambridgeHOK) and Lee Grears (Responsive Ltd) join Shadow Board members, Rhianna Smith and Adam Pearson to discuss how their organisations have dealt with the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Jan 22, 202137:15
COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 2

COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 2

Janine Claber (Marick Communications), Tom Scaife (Baines Wilson) and Elsa Mason (DMA Safety Management) join Shadow Board members, Rhianna Smith and Adam Pearson to discuss how their organisations have dealt with the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Jan 22, 202136:30
COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 1

COVID-19 Podcast Series - Episode 1

Andrew Armitage (A Digital) and Ardrienne Easterbrook (Energus) join Shadow Board members, Rhianna Smith and Adam Pearson to discuss how their organisations have dealt with the challenges presented by COVID-19.

Jan 22, 202132:30
Marcia Reid Fotheringham, JP, DL | BECBC Patron 2020 | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast

Marcia Reid Fotheringham, JP, DL | BECBC Patron 2020 | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast

In this special episode of the Shadow Board Podcast, Rhianna Smith and Adam Pearson are delighted to join BECBC's new Patron for 2020, Marcia Reid Fotheringham. Listen as Marcia shares her story of her diverse career, culminating in being made High Sheriff of Cumbria for 2019/20. 

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Oct 13, 202044:49
Dianne Richardson, KBR Social Impact Lead & BECBC Director | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | 2020

Dianne Richardson, KBR Social Impact Lead & BECBC Director | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | 2020

On this week's episode of the Shadow Board Podcast, Dianne Richardson joins Adam Pearson to discuss the various roles she has - one of which being a Director of the Business Cluster, another is her recent appointment as Social Impact Lead for KBR. 

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Mar 12, 202019:37
Mike Starkie, Elected Mayor of Copeland | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | 2020

Mike Starkie, Elected Mayor of Copeland | BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | 2020

During his visit to the BECBC monthly meeting in March, Elected Mayor of Copeland Mike Starkie, sat down with Adam Pearson to chat about his role as Mayor, some of the opportunities and challenges facing the borough and also about his personal career journey. 

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Mar 05, 202018:21
BECBC Member Podcasts | Kinetic Energy - Steve Whitehead & Bill Roberts (2019)

BECBC Member Podcasts | Kinetic Energy - Steve Whitehead & Bill Roberts (2019)

Jutta Devenish and Adam Pearson went to visit BECBC members company, Kinetic Energy, and spoke to two of their team members - Steve Whitehead and Bill Roberts about their innovative new technology.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Jan 06, 202006:26
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Tom Samson, CEO - Guardian Power | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Tom Samson, CEO - Guardian Power | 2019

Mohammad Hossain and Adam Pearson caught up with Tom Samson at the Global Reach Conference in Manchester. Over his career, Tom has held a number of roles in the energy sector around the world, but is best known locally for leading the team at NuGeneration (NuGen) up until the end of 2018. Since then he's formed the company Guardian Power - he joined us to discuss this new venture and a bit about about his career to date.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 22, 201921:27
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Rob Davies, COO - China General Nuclear UK | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Rob Davies, COO - China General Nuclear UK | 2019

Rob Ward and Adam Pearson sat down with Rob Davies at the Global Reach Conference in November, held in Manchester. Rob is COO at China General Nuclear UK (CGN UK), the company who are involved in the construction of up to 3 new nuclear power projects in the UK.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 22, 201912:44
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | The Rt Hon Hazel Blears | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | The Rt Hon Hazel Blears | 2019

Jason Savage and Adam Pearson were pleased to sit down with The Rt Hon Hazel Blears to discuss her life and career. Hazel was a Labour MP from 1997 to 2015, representing Salford and Eccles. She held many senior positions in government, including Chairman of the Labour party between 2006 and 2007 and Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government from 2007 to 2009, when she resigned. More recently Hazel has joined the Co-op Group as a board member and is involved locally in West Cumbria with the Well Whitehaven project.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 22, 201945:23
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Adriènne Kelbie, Chief Executive - Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Adriènne Kelbie, Chief Executive - Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) | 2019

Jason Savage and Adam Pearson caught up with the Chief Executive of the Office for Nuclear Regulation, Adriènne Kelbie, during a visit she was making to Cumbria. Adriènne talked about her personal journey, previous roles she’s done, her current role within the ONR, and other initiatives she’s involved in, such as Women in Nuclear (WiN).

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk


Nov 22, 201933:00
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mrs Claire Hensman | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mrs Claire Hensman | 2019

Jason Savage and Adam Pearson were pleased to be joined by the Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mrs Claire Hensman, for the next BECBC Shadow Board Podcast. As Lord-Lieutenant, Mrs Hensman is Her Majesty The Queen's representative in the county. It is her duty to uphold the dignity of the Crown, to give encouragement to voluntary service and to take an active interest in the business and social life of the county and the voluntary activity that goes on in it.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 22, 201927:21
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Michael Pemberton, CEO - BEC | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Michael Pemberton, CEO - BEC | 2019

Earlier in 2019, Jason Savage and Adam Pearson sat down with the CEO of BEC, a property development company with a difference. Michael spoke about some of the exciting projects BEC are delivering within West Cumbria, as well as talking us through his varied career journey.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 22, 201941:12
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Emma-Jayne Gooch, Head of Supply Chain Development & Innovation -Sellafield Ltd | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Emma-Jayne Gooch, Head of Supply Chain Development & Innovation -Sellafield Ltd | 2019

Ruth Sellick and Adam Pearson caught up with a familiar face of BECBC, Emma-Jayne Gooch, Head of Supply Chain Development & Innovation at Sellafield Ltd. They heard about her upbringing, early careers and now more recently how she's found herself working for Sellafield.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 22, 201928:26
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Dr Tim Stone CBE, Chairman - Nuclear Industry Association | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Dr Tim Stone CBE, Chairman - Nuclear Industry Association | 2019

Recorded during a visit to West Cumbria, Alex Grainger and Adam Pearson had the opportunity to speak to Tim Stone, Chairman of the Nuclear Industry Association, about his life and career.

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 21, 201924:01
BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Bret Kugelmass, Managing Director - Energy Impact Center | 2019

BECBC Shadow Board Podcast | Bret Kugelmass, Managing Director - Energy Impact Center | 2019

Recorded at the Global Reach 2019 Conference, listen as Alex Grainger and Adam Pearson chat to Bret Kugelmass, Managing Director of US-based Energy Impact Center. Bret is also host of the Titans of Nuclear Podcast. 

Britain's Energy Coast Business Cluster (BECBC) is a private sector led organisation, with over 300 members from SMEs to global companies with business interests in West Cumbria. BECBC member benefits include networking, promotion, knowledge sharing, specialist sector groups and relationship development with key stakeholders in the supply chain and Cumbrian economy. For more info visit: www.becbusinesscluster.co.uk

Nov 19, 201915:45