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University of Northampton Open Day - LIVE!
We sat down with key people at our last Open Day and chatted about the day, what students can get out of an Open Day and what questions you should always try to get answered before you leave.This podcast was recorded live during the event and the audio may be affected by this.Find out more: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/contact-us/open-days/
2025-12-01
11 min
University of Northampton Podcasts
Fuelling Innovation - Episode 2 From Influencers to Impact: The Ziggurat Approach
In this episode we talk to Ziggurat XYZ about keeping the creative industries thriving in Northampton, fuelling innovation through connections with universities, HR and financial practices and keeping at the cutting edge of a growing sector.Listen if you're a fan of YouTube, want to start your own business, or are passionate about Northampton and our place in the country.
2025-08-19
24 min
University of Northampton Podcasts
Discovering Adult Nursing at UON
The first in a new series of podcasts - Discovering Adult Nursing at UON: The Student Voice! - with Senior Lecturer Anna O'Neill catching up with her students about how things are going with the degrees at University of Northampton.First up for a chat was Sharla ('Shar') Cook. She talks about her motivations for wanting to become a nurse and her academic route to university. Shar is now a course representative and also discusses with Anna the support UON offers, what it's like to study here, how the d...
2025-05-02
08 min
University of Northampton Podcasts
Preparing people for working in the real world: Apprenticeships at UON
During National Apprenticeship Week 2025, University of Northampton officially announced several new apprentice programmes planned to start very soon.Simon Longhurst, our Apprenticeships Manager, and academics leading on two of the new apprenticeships – Lisa Slaughter for Project Management and Dr Kardi Somerfield for Digital Marketing – sat down for a chat about these new additions. They talk about the modules their programmes will include, the support apprentices received – even down to their mental health and wellbeing – who the right apprentices are and professional accreditation and memberships that are part of their programme plans.You can find out...
2025-02-14
19 min
University of Northampton Podcasts
Centre for Health Sciences and Services: Menopause Wellbeing research
In this podcast hosted by UON's Jason Day, Associate Professor Dr Tracey Redwood talks about her research that has looked into how increasing daily steps taken by women experiencing the menopause can lead to better quality sleep. Dr Redwood is joined by Senior Lecturer in Advanced Nursing, Win Hughes, who was one of the research participants. They talk about what the research involved and its possible, wider implications. The full findings will be discussed at the University's next Café Scientifque event on Thursday 19 September from 17:00-18:30 at The Beehive i...
2024-08-29
23 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Alistair Sutton & Tiju Kodiyat - University of Northampton Lectures
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.
2023-11-27
11 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Barry Crisp - Lecturer in entrepreneurship and marketing - University of Northampton
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
2023-09-15
19 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Jordan Letts - Head of Foundation and Social Inclusion Lead - Northampton Saints Foundation
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
2023-06-21
17 min
Northampton Chronicles Podcast: guest speakers in media and journalism
Episode 66: Ollie Conopo
BBC Radio Northampton's Ollie Conopo joined us this week to discuss his career and how the station reacted to the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. As a graduate of the University of Northampton, Ollie gave great insight in his conversation with Senior Lecturer Hilary Scott. Third-year students Richard Smyth and Chloe Finch guide you through this week's episode.
2022-10-09
15 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Jay Baughan speaks to The Reach for Health Centre
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...
2022-08-16
47 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Kevin Shapland - Founder and Managing Director - CJS Event Solutions & Elly Lacatusu -University of Northampton events management student - On placement with CJS Events
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.
2022-05-21
24 min
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Dean Brookes - Senior Lecturer in Faculty of Business and Law - University of Northampton
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.
2022-04-14
23 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Clare Allen - Senior Lecturer in HRM and MA HRM programme Leader - University of Northampton
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.
2022-04-14
18 min
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Peter Jones - Associate Dean in the Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology - University of Northampton
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.
2022-04-14
31 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Professor Shan Wareing - Deputy Vice Chancellor - University of Northampton
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.
2022-04-05
22 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Dr Nick Cartwright - Senior Lecturer in Law and UCU (Universities & Colleges Union)
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.
2022-04-05
26 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Marco Gundermann - Subject Lead in the Faculty of Business & Law - University of Northampton
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.
2022-04-05
22 min
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David Waller - Senior politics lecturer at the University of Northampton
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
2022-03-23
31 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Becky Bradshaw - Executive Director of Estates and Facilities at the University of Northampton
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
2022-03-14
19 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Councillor Rufia Ashraf - Mayor of Northampton
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
2022-03-14
10 min
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Dr Alison Hulme - Associate Professor at the University of Northampton
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
2022-03-08
19 min
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Marco Gundermann - Head of Economics at the University of Northampton
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
2022-03-08
22 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Northampton Chamber of Commerce - Next Generation
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 F...
2022-03-08
41 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Thomas Zhang, Assistant Director for International Marketing - University of Northampton
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
2022-02-02
20 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Julie Tebbutt - Head of Business Support at the University of Northampton
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
2022-01-28
15 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Sara Homer - CEO of Northampton's Brackmills Industrial Estate Business Improvement District (BID)
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
2022-01-05
20 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Sayfullah Nasir - Imam, Northampton Mosque
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
2021-12-30
25 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Father Oliver Coss - Rector, All Saints Church in Northampton
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
2021-12-30
20 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Kerry Reynolds - Area Director, Metro Bank & Co-Chair, Northampton Town Business Improvement District (BID)
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
2021-12-30
18 min
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Andrew Lewer - MP (Con) for Northampton South
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
2021-12-06
27 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Ivna Reic - Subject Leader in Events, Tourism & Hospitality at the University of Northampton,
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
2021-11-23
13 min
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Clare Allen - Senior Lecturer in Human Resource Management (HRM) at the University of Northampton
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
2021-11-23
27 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Marco Gundermann - Subject Leader for Economics, International Relations & Development at the University of Northampton
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
2021-11-03
27 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Andrew Lewer MP for Northampton South, Tom Van der Heyden of S3 Group and organiser Pim van Baarsen at the Silverstone Technology Cluster (STC) annual conference
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
2021-10-30
21 min
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Stephen Bell - management trainer and the Musical Director of the Northampton Male Voice Choir
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
2021-09-30
23 min
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Karen Jones - Dean of the Faculty of Business & Law - University of Northampton
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
2021-09-30
20 min
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Robert Whittle - Chair of Northampton's Ride4Hope charity cycle rides
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! Or...
2021-09-11
13 min
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Dr Jane Murray - Co-Director if its Centre for Education and Research at University of Northampton
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
2021-08-27
23 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Matthew McCormack - Professor of History at the University of Northampton
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
2021-07-21
20 min
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Elmira Sharshenbekova - Local Business Manager at Metro Bank Northampton
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
2021-07-21
25 min
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Jay Baughan - Social Entrepreneur in Residence at the University of Northampton
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
2021-07-14
22 min
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Robert Whittle - Chair of Northampton's Ride4Hope charity cycle rides
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
2021-07-07
19 min
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Laura Cason and George Sidey - BA International Business - University of Northampton
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
2021-06-24
13 min
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Kate Coulson - Head of Learning & Teaching Enhancement - University of Northampton
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
2021-06-17
22 min
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Dr Matt Callender - Research Lead - University of Northampton's Institute for Policing, Safety, Crime & Justice (IPSCJ)
Explaining his sense of mission, 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
2021-06-17
19 min
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Richard Beards - Digital Northampton - Merged Futures Event
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
2021-06-02
15 min
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John Sinclair - Dean of the Faculty of Arts, Science & Technology at the University of Northampton
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
2021-05-26
31 min
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Dr Jacob Saranga - Dean of the Faculty of Health, Education & Society at the University of Northampton
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
2021-05-20
18 min
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Dr Richard Hazenberg - Director of the Institute for Social Innovation & Impact (ISII) - University of Northampton
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
2021-05-05
24 min
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Daniela Wakilova - BA International Business, 2nd year undergraduate student at the University of Northampton
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
2021-04-22
18 min
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Karin Brawn - Postgrad Student at the University of Northampton
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 h...
2021-04-13
25 min
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Aparna Maikkara - Master's in Computer Science from University of Northampton and Richard Beards - Project Manager of Digital Northampton
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
2021-04-07
19 min
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Richard Beards - Digital Northampton & Aparna Maikkara - Student - University of Northampton's MSc Computing - discuss an upcoming event - Queen of the Indian Start-ups
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 ...
2021-03-17
18 min
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Naz Islam - Owner - Saffron Restaurant
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
2021-03-17
23 min
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Marco Gundermann & David Waller - Academics from Faculty of Business & Law - University of Northampton
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
2021-03-09
18 min
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Marco Gundermann - Subject lead in Economics - University of Northampton
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
2021-02-23
16 min
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Alex Goldsmith - CEO of Northampton - Medigold Health
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...
2021-02-18
30 min
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Datsa Gaile - Business Graduate from the University of Northampton and names one of the UK's Top 100 Women Entrepreneurs
Award-winning business-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
2021-01-26
21 min
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Karl Flowers - leather consultancy Authenticae and Northampton Becket Rotary Club
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
2021-01-19
28 min
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Cllr Jonathan Nunn - Leader of Northampton Borough Council plans for the future
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
2021-01-06
21 min
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Cllr Jonathan Nunn - Leader of Northampton Borough Council reflects on 2020
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
2021-01-01
33 min
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Rev Oliver Coss - Northampton's All Saints Church
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
2021-01-01
27 min
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John Josephs - President & Lay Reader - Northampton Synagogue
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
2020-12-16
18 min
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Robin Burgess - CEO - Northampton Hope Centre
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/
2020-12-09
20 min
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Nick Petford - Vice Chancellor and CEO of the University of Northampton
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/
2020-12-09
35 min
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Mark Mullen - Operations Manager - Northampton Town Centre BID
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
2020-11-17
19 min
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James Roberts - Director - Grosvenor Shopping Centre
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
2020-11-03
26 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Ben Cohen - Stand Up Foundation & Soo Yoga
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
2020-10-22
23 min
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Mark Meadowcroft - Owner and MD - Signs-Express 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
2020-10-22
22 min
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Charlotte Patrick - Knowledge Transfer Manager & Julie Tebbutt - Business Support Manager - University of 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
2020-10-22
20 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Tsegahiwot Abebe Belachew and Fei-sal Chatharoo - International Business Students - University of Northampton
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
2020-10-06
24 min
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Louise Atkinson & Dr Masoud Hassanabadi - University of Northampton
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
2020-10-06
15 min
Open4Business from NLive Radio
Kristina Rihanoff - Soo Yoga
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
2020-09-30
28 min
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Dr Ade Otukoya - MBA Programme Leader - University of Northampton and 2 MBA students
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
2020-09-30
24 min
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Becky Bradshaw - Director of Estates & Campus Services - University of Northampton
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
2020-09-29
25 min
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Janice Watkins - Time2Grow - University of Northampton
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
2020-09-22
10 min
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Jessica Rule - Creative Film, TV & Digital Media student - University of Northampton
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
2020-09-21
19 min
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Becky Adams - Director of Screen Northants
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
2020-09-19
06 min
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Rob Purdie - Experienced marketeer and businessman
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
2020-09-09
20 min
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Stephanie Njeri Recent International Business Graduate - University of Northampton
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
2020-09-03
26 min
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Louise Atkinson & Dr Masoud Hassanabadi - University of Northampton
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
2020-09-02
23 min
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Elliot Knight Restaurant Manager - Hibiscus
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
2020-08-28
16 min
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Martin Mason Managing Director Trickers Shoemakers
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
2020-08-27
36 min
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Steve Ward - St Giles Cheese Shop
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
2020-08-19
09 min
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Louise Atkinson - Senior Lecturer at the University of Northampton
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.
2020-08-17
14 min
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Xihui Chen (Haviour) - lecturer in accounting & finance at Teesside University
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
2020-08-17
20 min
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Louise Atkinson Senior Lecturer in Strategy - University of Northampton
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
2020-07-24
20 min
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Damian Pickard Strategic Director - Goodwill Solutions
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
2020-07-20
19 min
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Ruth Sherry - Society of London Theatres
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
2020-07-20
18 min
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Dr Amin Hosseinian-Far Director - Centre for Sustainable Business Practices (CSBP)
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
2020-07-17
22 min
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Dr Masoud Hassanabadi & Dr Mils Hills - University of Northampton
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
2020-07-08
15 min
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Professor Shaowei He University of Northampton
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
2020-07-03
18 min
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Kat Newman YMCA's Business Development Manager for Northampton
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
2020-07-02
20 min
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Richard Beards and Ken Punter Digital Northampton
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
2020-06-26
18 min
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Pete Jones Alert PR
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
2020-06-16
25 min
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Divya Saina & Pankay Mistry international MBA students at the University of Northampton
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
2020-06-16
16 min
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Dr Diepiriye Kuku-Siemons University of Northampton
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
2020-06-09
20 min
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Dr Mils Hils and Dr Masoud Hassanabadi business lecturers at the University of Northampton
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
2020-06-03
14 min
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Jo Gordon Chief Executive of Northampton's Royal & Derngate Theatre
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
2020-06-03
18 min
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Richard Beards of Northamptonshire County Council - Digital Northampton
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
2020-06-03
16 min