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The Trowers PodcastChampioning Black Business - a conversation with Paul Kempster, Lloyds Banking GroupIn the first episode of our new series exploring the impact of Black-owned businesses on the UK economy, Yetunde Dania, Partner and Head of Trowers & Hamlins’ Birmingham office, speaks with Paul Kempster, Managing Director and Head of Commercial Banking Coverage at Lloyds Business and Commercial Banking. Together, they discuss the challenges facing small businesses, the specific impact on Black-owned enterprises, and why supporting Black business has become a strategic priority for Lloyds.Paul shares examples of Lloyds’ initiatives, including the successful Black in Business collaboration with Channel 4 and the UK Black Business Show’s Launch...
2025-11-2542 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected – unpacking democratic engagement and future reformIn the second episode of our autumn update, Amardeep Gill, Head of the Public Sector team at Trowers & Hamlins, is once again joined by fellow Partner Paul McDermott, along with guests from Inner Circle Consulting, Evie John and Chris Naylor, to continue the conversation on the changing landscape of devolution and local government reform in the UK.The discussion explores the growing powers of mayoral and combined authorities, how communities are engaging with democratic processes, and the financial and governance implications of reform. The conversation also touches on the opportunities presented by AI and technology in shaping...
2025-10-1430 minThe Trowers PodcastGetting to Net Zero: The rise of alternative funding models in the built environmentChris Paul, Partner and Head of the Energy and Sustainability at Trowers & Hamlins, speaks to Tim Meanock CEO and Co-founder of Tallarna, a climate tech and finance platform focused on delivering sustainable impact through Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) solutions.In the podcast they explore the financial challenges involved in the energy transition within the built environment, including the funding gap between retrofit demand and available capital and how innovative subscription models can bridge the gap. Tim also provides an overview of the EaaS subscription model and how it delivers day-one cost savings for building owners.
2025-06-1135 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected - local government reorganisationDevolution Dissected returns with the second episode of our two-part series, diving deeper into the shifting dynamics of local government.Amardeep Gill, Head of Public Sector at Trowers & Hamlins, and Partner Paul McDermott are once again joined by Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle Consulting to explore the realities of local government reorganisation.Together, they unpack the behavioural and cultural shifts needed to lead change, address the importance of financial sustainability and the need for purpose in leadership.
2025-04-0819 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected - navigating the challenges and opportunitiesDevolution Dissected returns with a brand-new two-part series, continuing the conversation on the evolving landscape of local government. Nearly four months on from the release of the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Head of Public Sector at Trowers & Hamlins, is once again joined by fellow partner Paul McDermott, along with guests from Inner Circle Consulting, Evie John and Chris Naylor.In the first episode, they explore the challenges and opportunities presented by the devolution process, including the importance of balancing process with strategic thinking and whether the government is delivering on its role in the devolution process.
2025-04-0332 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected - navigating local government reformIn the final episode of our series examining the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at Inner Circle. This episode delves into the central themes of local government reform, the challenges around fostering inclusive economic growth through local growth plans and critically examines whether the system has the capacity to handle these ambitious reforms.
2025-01-2111 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected – exploring the financial aspects of the Devolution White PaperIn the third episode of our series dissecting the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at Inner Circle. This episode examines the financial aspects of the Devolution White Paper, including its proposals to simplify local authority funding through models such as integrated financial settlements.
2025-01-1611 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected - unpacking the devolution framework and the impact on LondonIn the second episode of our four-part series on the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, returns with Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at Inner Circle. In this episode, the discussion dives into the devolution framework and examining strategic authorities and their evolving role. They also explore whether London is finally receiving its fair share of devolved powers and what this means for the broader devolution agenda.
2025-01-1413 minThe Trowers PodcastDevolution Dissected - who are the winners and losers of the Devolution White Paper?In the first episode of our four-part series exploring the Devolution White Paper, Amardeep Gill, Partner and National Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Public Sector team, is joined by Partner Paul McDermott, Evie John, Managing Director of Place, and Chris Naylor, Managing Director of Transforming Services at Inner Circle. Together they share their initial thoughts on the Devolution White Paper and assess its winners and losers following its release.
2025-01-0914 min
Coaches On The CouchNicholas Barrows, Director of Marketing, Trowers & Hamlins “" We can't afford to build a culture that upholds our values unless we are commercially successful."Rachel and Louise’s guest is Nicholas Barrows, Director of Marketing with law firm Trowers & Hamlins. They talk mental health,neurodiversity and the challenges and opportunities of managing a multigenerational workforce.
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Coaches On The Couch is co-hosted by Louise Rodgers and Rachel Birchmore who are exec and leadership coaches. They design and deliver bespoke leadership development programmes and coaching for architects, engineers and other consultancies across the built environment. For more information, please visit www.StepUpLondon.com
2024-12-1237 min
Global Workforce PodcastNavigating UK employment law with Nicola Ihnatowicz of Trowers & HamlinsDisclaimer : This episode was recorded soon after the recent UK general election so some references to UK employment legislation may now be slightly out of date.In the age of globalised investments and workforces, creating a unified company culture and following each country’s regulations can be challenging. In this episode, Nicola Ihnatowicz, Employment Law Partner at Trowers & Hamlins, discusses the evolution of UK employment law and its implications for global businesses. She explores the complexities of mergers and acquisitions, especially with TUPE regulations, and how businesses can effectively har...
2024-10-2129 minThe Trowers PodcastHow carbon offsetting can help social landlords unlock additional funding for retrofit projectsPartner Chris Paul, Head of the Energy and Sustainability team at Trowers is joined by Antoine Pellet, Head of Retrofit Credits at HACT, to discuss how the retrofit credit model works and how it can be beneficial for landlords. Antoine provides insight on the wider social benefits involved with retrofitting and how HACT look to grow the model in the future.
2024-02-2230 minThe Trowers PodcastTogether We Care – the role businesses can play in supporting care leaversIn the penultimate episode in our Together We Care series we focus on the role businesses can play in improving the opportunities and experiences of care experienced people.
Hosts Alison Delaney and Yetunde Dania are joined by Dame Sharon White, Chairman of the John Lewis Partnership, and Sara Bailey, Senior Partner at Trowers & Hamlins, who share both their personal stories and how they have been influenced to support care experienced individuals.
During their conversation they also explore the initiatives and programs their respective organisations have implemented to build happier futures for care leavers with the...
2024-02-1534 min
Startups Inside Out93. LAB: What Startup Founders Need To Know About The Law w/ Amardeep Gill | Trowers & Hamlins👉🏽 Take Bae Startup Foundations free: https://www.thebaehq.com/courses/bae-startup-foundations👉🏽 Join Bae HQ: https://www.thebaehq.com/joinAmardeep Parmar from Bae HQ welcomes Amardeep Gill, a Partner at Trowers & Hamlins.Amardeep Parmar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amardeepsparmarBae HQ: https://www.thebaehq.comAmardeep Gill : https://www.linkedin.com/in/amardeep-gill-74166358/Trowers & Hamlins: https://www.trowers.com/
2023-11-2031 minThe Trowers PodcastTogether We Care - growing up in the residential care systemIn the second instalment in our Together We Care series, a Trowers & Hamlins and Little Bird People Development collaboration, Yetunde Dania and Alison Delaney speak to author, journalist and social worker, Rebekah Pierre.
Rebekah opens up about her experience of growing up in residential care and how this has led her to advocate for young people in the care system. She also shares her thoughts on what employers can do to support care experienced people to help them have successful careers.
2023-11-1634 minThe Trowers PodcastTogether We Care - a conversation with Yetunde Dania and Alison DelaneyWelcome to our new podcast series 'Together We Care', a Trowers & Hamlins and Little Bird People Development collaboration. In this series we will be speaking to a number of different individuals about their personal experiences of the care sector in order to gain a broader understanding from the voices of care experienced people, foster carers, adopters and businesses. This podcast series is about inclusion, social mobility, acceptance, and how businesses can better understand and play an active role in supporting people who are care experienced.
In the first episode, co-hosts Yetunde Dania, Head of Trowers & Hamlins' Birmingham...
2023-10-2639 minThe Trowers PodcastCyber Voices - a conversation with Dean Armstrong KC, Maitland ChambersWelcome to Trowers & Hamlins' Cyber Voices Series, a dynamic exploration of all things cybersecurity, in celebration of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Join us as we engage with the brightest minds, experts, and leaders in the field, offering insights, best practices, and the latest trends to help you stay safe in our digitally connected world.
In the first episode, Partner Charlotte Clayson speaks to Dean Armstrong KC from Maitland Chambers about the current threats and opportunities for the UK cyber security sector.
2023-10-1620 min
The LawCareers.Net PodcastPractice Area Profile: housing/landlord & tenant - with Trowers & Hamlins LLPIn this Practice Area Profile episode, Yetunde Dania, partner and head of Trowers & Hamlins’ Birmingham office, speaks about her 20 years’ experience of working with landlords and the social housing sector.
She also discusses her passion for diversity and inclusion, and what that means for the legal profession today.
You can read the full written Practice Area Profile here: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/SolicitorPracticeAreas/Housinglandlord-tenant
Find out about training at Trowers & Hamlins LLP with the firm’s LawCareers.Net profile: https://www.lawcareers.net/Solicitors/Trowers-Hamlins-LLP
Music: Tape Star by Shane Ivers - www.silvermansound.com
2023-08-2116 minThe Trowers PodcastRethinking Regen - a conversation with Simon Chatfield, John LewisWhat role does the High Street have in urban regeneration?
Sara Bailey, Senior Partner at Trowers & Hamlins speaks to Simon Chatfield, Head of Build to Rent at John Lewis Partnership about how John Lewis has entered the Build to Rent sector and the links it has with urban regeneration. Simon also shares insight on how the High Street is evolving and the steps that John Lewis are taking to ensure that the Social element of ESG is at the forefront of its business model in the housing sector.
2023-04-1813 minThe Trowers PodcastBlack History Month: Action Not Words - A conversation with Morenike Ajayi MBEIn celebration of Black History Month, Interim Diversity & Inclusion Manager at Trowers, Reg Amoah speaks to Morenike Ajayi MBE, Founder of Career Nuggets, an information hub for BME (Black Minority Ethnic) individuals, who want to advance in their chosen careers. Together they discuss the Black History Month theme of Action Not Words and how Morenike has adopted that approach throughout her career on the various projects she has worked on and the ways people regardless of ethnic background can take action against racism.
2022-10-1322 minThe Trowers PodcastSecure communication is kingAs part of National Cyber Security Awareness Month we will be exploring the salient issues relevant to organisations from a cyber perspective.
In this podcast, Associate Matt Whelan speaks to William Taaffe, COO at Lockdown Cyber Security where they discuss the reasons why secure communication is essential for businesses. They address the everyday risks businesses face when communicating both internally and externally as well as the changing nature of technology.
2022-10-0637 minThe Trowers PodcastBuilding social value: ensuring real estate embraces the S in ESGSenior partner, Sara Bailey speaks to Scott Corfe, Research Director at leading cross-party think tank Social Market Foundation (SMF), about our pending report on prioritising social value in real estate and investment sectors.
They discuss recommendations and the industry wide collaboration needed to maximise social value and ensure the S in ESG is embedded into real estate.
2022-09-2018 minThe Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives - A conversation with the Institute of Corporate Directors MalaysiaHow can organisations and directors implement sustainability-driven governance?
Partner Tom Reynolds speaks to Michele Kythe Lim, CEO at the Institute of Corporate Directors Malaysia (ICDM) as part our ESG Perspectives series, about the key role of governance in the ESG agenda and how diverse leadership can help drive business.
Michele discusses the evolution of governance in Malaysia, the value of ESG metrics and the importance of having diverse voices at board level.
2022-09-1434 minThe Trowers PodcastDriving ESG in the construction industryHow can modern methods of construction help tackle ESG related issues?
Partner David Cordery speaks to Tunde Agoro, Head of ESG at Hydrock about the state of play for ESG in the construction industry.
They discuss ESG metrics and whether a standardised approach leads to box ticking as well as the impact of technology and the role of government.
2022-09-0837 minThe Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives - A conversation with abrdn - Part 3What are the key ESG factors that businesses in Southeast Asia should be focussing on?
In the third and concluding episode of the ESG Perspectives series with abrdn, Partners Tom Reynolds and Elias Moubarak finish their discussion with Danielle Welch-Rose, ESG Investment Director for abrdn in the APAC region by addressing whether there is a war for talent amidst the ever increasing importance of ESG matters and Danielle's work as head of abrdn's Sustainability Institute.
2022-07-1317 min
The Trowers PodcastIs levelling up levelling out?Continuing our examination of the levelling up agenda, Partner Amardeep Gill speaks to Nick Walkley and Kat Hanna from Avison Young about the ambition, scope and likely success of the flagship policy. They discuss the role of devolution and where they think resources should be focussed when trying to create a more equal and balanced UK, as well as the advice they would provide to Government on how to progress the levelling up agenda.
2022-07-0428 minThe Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives - A conversation with abrdn - Part 2Partners Tom Reynolds and Elias Moubarak speak to Danielle Welch-Rose, ESG Investment Director for abrdn in the APAC region, about the increasing importance of ESG metrics on return on investment. In this second episode in the series, they discuss how ESG principles can help drive better corporate governance as well as the differentiations between regions across Southeast Asia.
2022-06-2817 minThe Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives - A conversation with abrdn - Part 1Tom Reynolds and Elias Moubarak speak to Danielle Welch-Rose, ESG Investment Director for abrdn in the APAC region. They discuss the ESG agenda and what opportunities and challenges it presents in the asset management industry across Southeast Asia. Discussion themes include; the role of governance, ESG acting as a way of attracting talent and the differentiation of challenges between different regions.
2022-06-1622 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowersIncludes: George Floyd – Two years onTwo years on from the murder of George Floyd, Yetunde Dania, Head of our Birmingham office speaks to Ed Cox, Executive Director of Strategy, Integration and Net Zero at the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) about the impact it has made over the past two years and what the future holds. They discuss Yetunde's role as Chair of WMCA's Race Equalities Taskforce, the work it is doing to create positive change as well as the work and vision of WMCA to reduce racial disparity across the region.
2022-06-0929 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Siobhan Jared, TFLSenior Partner, Sara Bailey speaks to Siobhan Jared, Senior Business and Customer Performance Manager at TFL about her role and the importance her team place on social value and driving positive culture change through their various initiatives. Siobhan also speaks about her work philosophy and how she looks to empower her team through her democratic approach to leadership.
2022-05-2616 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation about wellbeing with Maria Hatch, GreystarFor Mental Health Awareness Week, Senior Partner Sara Bailey spoke to Maria Hatch, Client Relationship Director UK & Ireland at Greystar. Together they discuss the connection between mental wellbeing and the physical spaces that we live in and the importance Greystar place on ensuring residents of all ages have access to mental health support.
2022-05-1316 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Matthew Gordon, Care Leaver CovenantSenior Partner at Trowers & Hamlins, Sara Bailey speaks to Matthew Gordon, Chief Executive of Spectra and the Care Leaver Covenant, about the role of the Covenant and the direct impact that it has had on young people's lives. Matthew also shares his opinion on the important role of social mobility and how businesses can do more to engage and enhance opportunities for young people, whilst also revealing how personal events in his life have shaped his outlook on how to be a positive influencer.
2022-04-1421 minThe Trowers PodcastInvesting in social valueThe decisions made by investors investing into the built environment have an impact on our lives. We have been speaking with those in the real estate sector about how social value influences decision-making. Our Senior Partner, Sara Bailey speaks to Scott Corfe from the Social Market Foundation about his key findings so far.
2022-03-1018 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Martyn Evans, U+ISara Bailey, our Senior Partner speaks to Martyn Evans, Creative Director of U+I, a specialist 'thoughtful regeneration' developer, investor and expert in building mixed use developments to create thriving communities and inspiring places to live. They talk about the importance of good development, the societal impact of the built environment and creating great places. Martyn also highlights the events that have shaped his career and what it means to have a positive influence for next generation talent.
2022-02-1727 minThe Trowers PodcastLevelling Up White Paper - an analysis of emerging themesIn this podcast, Partner Amardeep Gill and Adam Hawksbee from the Onward Think Tank discuss the themes emerging from the much anticipated levelling up white paper. In the wide ranging conversation they discuss what deeper and broader devolution means, the future role of LEPs, whether the lack of new government funding will be an impediment to success and the value behind the 12 missions set out in the white paper.
2022-02-0728 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Jayden AliSenior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Jayden Ali, Founding Director of JA Projects, a London based practice working nationwide at the intersection of architecture, urban strategy, art and performance. Together they discuss recent innovative projects and how they act as a crossroads between culture and design output as well as the influencing environmental and sustainability factors. Jayden also talks about the people that have helped shape his career and the positive impact he wants to have on the many communities in which JA Projects operate in.
2022-01-2721 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Melanie LeechSenior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Melanie Leech, CEO of British Property Federation. They discuss the impact of the BPF across the UK real estate sector and the role it plays in driving ESG principles. Melanie also talks about how the BPF Futures initiative is trying to create a more inclusive property industry as well as providing insight on what she thinks are the attributes businesses need to be more responsible.
2022-01-1318 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Ros MorganSenior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Ros Morgan, CEO of Heart of London Business Alliance about the role that the alliance plays in securing the future of London’s West End as a vibrant and economically sustainable world-class destination of culture and commerce. Ros also discusses her passion for tackling the homelessness agenda in the area as well as the events and advice that has helped shape her outlook on life.
2021-12-0826 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Jon RosserSenior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Jon Rosser, Chief Executive of World Child Cancer about the work that the charity does around the world helping children with cancer ensuring they get access to crucial treatment. Jon also discusses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and what steps are required to fully implement positive change on a global scale.
2021-11-2518 minThe Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives – Islamic Banking: a conversation with Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia – Part 2In part two of our discussion with Arsalaan Ahmed, CEO of Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia on how ESG is impacting financial institutions, Partner Elias Moubarak and Arsalaan discuss what governments and regulators can do to incentivise behavioural changes within financial institutions in relation to the ESG agenda and the important role that organisational behaviour plays. They also speak on the overlaps between ESG principles and Islamic financing and what Arsalaan's vision is for Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia going forward.
2021-11-1831 minThe Trowers PodcastESG Perspectives – Islamic Banking: a conversation with Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia – Part 1What does the ESG agenda mean for a financial institution?
Partner Elias Moubarak, based in our Malaysia office speaks to Arsalaan Ahmed, CEO of Al Rajhi Bank Malaysia about how ESG factors are impacting the banking sector and the role it plays within Islamic Finance.
2021-11-1130 minThe Trowers PodcastHow has the Building Safety Bill impacted valuation and funding in the real estate sector?Partner Katie Dyer is joined by Richard Petty, Head of UK Living at JLL and Simon Latson lead director of JLL's building consultancy team to discuss the new and proposed legislation and existing practice guides around fire and building safety in residential properties. They discuss the impact for clients and also share thoughts on how some of the building safety concerns across the industry can be mitigated.
2021-11-0441 minThe Trowers PodcastBlack History Month: Trowers in conversation with CoiledIn celebration of Black History Month, Diversity and Inclusion Manager at Trowers & Hamlins, Rebekah Gougeon and Chair of the Race, Ethnicity and Heritage Network, Claire Ezekwe talk to diversity consultant and creator of the podcast Coiled, Leanne Alie about the historical and societal significance of Afro-textured hair, hair discrimination and her aspirations for how her new podcast will educate and inspire a generation.
2021-10-2134 minThe Trowers PodcastHow does culture affect the workplace?As part of our Positive influencers series, Head of Employment and Pensions at Trowers, Emma Burrows speaks to David Blackburn, Chief People Officer at the Financial Services Compensation Scheme about the importance of workplace culture as well as the top tips he has for companies adapting to agile working. David also discusses his career journey and the ways he looks to implement positive change in the HR profession.
2021-10-1425 minThe Trowers PodcastThe importance of transport planning on the Net Zero agendaAmidst the current fuel crisis in the UK, Partner Nick Burt speaks to Paul Curtis, Associate Director and John Lloyd, Director of the independent transport planning specialist, Vectos about the need to prioritise transport planning in significant redevelopment and strategic land projects in order to help deliver the zero carbon agenda.
2021-10-0741 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Fiona Fletcher-SmithSara Bailey speaks to Fiona Fletcher-Smith, Chief Executive of L&Q about the events that have defined her outlook in life and the ways in which L&Q aims to have a positive impact on society as well as what her personal goal is for the housing sector over the next five years.
2021-09-2220 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Leanne TrittonSara Bailey speaks to Leanne Tritton, Founder and Managing Director of international PR & Communications agency, ING Media and Chair of The London Society about what motivates her to bring about positive change, and how it resonates in the real estate sector. They also discuss the moves the industry is taking to bring about greater inclusivity and the qualities and traits that are needed to have a positive influence.
2021-09-0916 minThe Trowers PodcastBirmingham 10 Years – An industrial journey – the past, present and futureHow has the industrial sector evolved in the Midlands?
Head of Real Estate in Birmingham, Fiona Thomson speaks to Richard Smith, Joint Managing Director of Opus Land about the changing landscape of the industrial industry in the Midlands, the impact that Brexit has had on the market and how land supply issues can be rectified.
2021-08-1924 minThe Trowers PodcastChallenges the hospitality industry faces post-pandemicWhat role does the hospitality sector play in leading the recovery of cities post-pandemic?
Partner Darren Ashworth speaks to Kevin Haygarth and Stephen Miles, co-founders of Hospitality Associates etc. about the vital role that the hospitality sector will play post-Covid. They also discuss the rise in staycations amidst travel restrictions and the outlook for investors looking at the sector.
2021-08-1227 minThe Trowers PodcastBirmingham 10 Years - The Midlands as the hub of everythingIn the latest instalment from our 10 Years 10 Stories celebration for our Birmingham offices 10 year anniversary, Partner Christopher Plumley speaks to Jonathan Bretherton, Managing Director at the Urban Growth Company (UGC).
They discuss what UGC have achieved in the last ten years, the impact of HS2 on the region and the UGC’s goal of making The UK Central Hub Europe’s best-connected destination for business, leisure and living.
2021-08-0529 minThe Trowers PodcastAffordable housing secured funding – Trends, challenges and opportunitiesHow have property charging and valuations been impacted by Covid-19? Katie Dyer speaks to Richard Petty, Head of UK Living at JLL, where they discuss the ways in which Registered Providers can help maximise property values and asset cover in the current climate as well as the challenges presented by the move towards net-zero carbon and the impact of Building Safety legislation.
2021-07-2933 minThe Trowers PodcastBirmingham 10 Years – Culture in the cityContinuing our celebration of our Birmingham office turning 10, Yetunde Dania, head of office speaks to Deborah Kermode, CEO of Midlands Art Centre about how arts and culture can play a prominent role in Birmingham's recovery post-Covid and the ways in which they have utilised technology to keep people connected throughout the pandemic.
2021-07-2226 minThe Trowers PodcastBirmingham 10 Years - Commonwealth GamesTo celebrate the 10 year anniversary of Trowers' Birmingham office, we have put together a campaign highlighting ten stories from across the ten years that take an in-depth look into what makes Birmingham a truly unique city as well as looking ahead to what's in store for the region in the future.
First up in the series, Partner Amardeep Gill speaks to Craig Cooper, Commonwealth Games Programme Director at Birmingham City Council. With Birmingham set to host the games in 2022, Craig discusses the impact the games will have on the city and how it could act as a...
2021-07-1523 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Sue BrownHow can the real estate industry be more inclusive? Senior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Sue Brown, Managing Director of Real Estate Balance an organisation that campaigns for a more balanced and inclusive property sector. Sue provides insight on her personal journey as well as discussing the steps the real estate industry needs to take to fully embrace all aspects of diversity and inclusion within the sector.
2021-07-0825 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowersIncludes: Anti-racism – a reflectionTwelve months on from our first podcast focussing on anti-racism, partner and head of our Birmingham office, Yetunde Dania continues the conversation with partner Andy Barnard, where they reflect on the events of the past year, sharing personal experiences as Andy discusses his background, how he has been inspired to talk about the topic with his children, as well as discussing the positive steps that Trowers has taken to focus and develop across all aspects of diversity.
2021-06-3027 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Helen EvansHow has the affordable housing sector had a positive influence amidst the Covid-19 pandemic? In the latest instalment in our Positive influencers series, Senior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Helen Evans, Chief Executive of Network Homes, where they discuss the biggest challenges Helen has faced being a leading female figure in the housing sector and the ways in which she has looked to have a positive influence on others across the sector.
2021-06-2426 minThe Trowers PodcastRe-opening London: Exploring the future of living and working in LondonWill London retain its status as one of the leading cities in the world in a post-pandemic environment? This is one of the points of discussion in the latest episode of our Re-opening London series, where Partner Katie Dyer speaks to Nick Whitten, Head of UK Living Research at JLL about what it will look like for people living in London and how the capital will look on the global stage, post-Covid.
2021-06-1032 minThe Trowers PodcastResilience and recovery within local governmentPartner Chris Plumley talks to Mark Davis, Partnerships and Communications Director at Public Sector Plc, a strategic asset management company focussed on creating partnerships with local authorities and public sector bodies to get the best out of council owned land and property assets. They have an in-depth conversation about place-making, regeneration and how the pandemic has shaped partnerships with local authorities.
2021-06-0319 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Phineas HarperNext up in our Positive influencers series, Senior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to Phineas Harper, Director of Open City and Open House Worldwide. Phineas discusses his career trajectory and his work with Open City, and describes what he believes are the key attributes to implementing change, as well as the role the built environment can play in how we deal with inequality in our cities.
2021-05-2724 minThe Trowers PodcastPositive influencers: a conversation with Michelle ChartersPositive Influencers is a new series of podcasts where our Senior Partner Sara Bailey speaks to a variety of influential figures from across the country, who are making a positive difference and having a sustained impact on society. Discover what motivates them and their views on a range of issues. In this first episode, Sara speaks to Michelle Charters, CEO of Kuumba Imani Millennium Centre.
Michelle is passionate about the promotion of diversity and equality for all. She has been active in the Community Sector for over 40 years and was the founding Chair of Merseyside Black History...
2021-05-1328 minThe Trowers PodcastRe-opening London: What part will the hospitality sector play?Partners Julien Allen and Ayda Habboush speak with Carine Bonnejean, Managing Director – Hotels at Christie & Co and Richard Grossman, Managing Director at Lewis Craig. In this podcast they examine the outlook for the hospitality sector in a post-lockdown London.
2021-05-0640 minThe Trowers PodcastPositioning cities for inclusive growthHow can cities achieve inclusive and sustainable growth? Following the recent launch of our 'Positioning cities for inclusive growth' report that looked at the drivers of prosperity in cities and urban centres, we brought together our real estate leaders across our four UK locations; Julien Allen, Suzanne Benson, Fiona Thomson and Georgina Savill-James to discuss how the key findings of this report are evident in the cities they live and work in
2021-03-1630 minThe Trowers PodcastTransforming public procurement - Green Paper reforms exploredPartner Rebecca Rees speaks to Tracy Pritchard, Senior Policy Advisor at the Cabinet Office's International and Reform team, which is responsible for writing the proposals for the recently published Green Paper on transforming public procurement. Together they discuss the legislation that has been set out in the Green Paper and how it will alter the procurement landscape post-Brexit.
2021-02-2432 minThe Trowers PodcastThe future of dining – how restaurants are coping with Covid-19Partner Julien Allen is joined by Baton Berisha, Chief Executive of The Ivy Collection, where they discuss the impact of Covid-19 on the restaurant industry.
2020-12-1622 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: Myth busting for Middle East investors - Part 2In the final instalment from our Knight Frank series, Partner Nick Green continues his conversation with Faisal Durrani, Head of London Commercial Research at Knight Frank and Bassam Kameshki, Independent Real Estate Professional on the various myths Middle East investors face when looking to invest in the UK.
2020-12-0930 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: Myth busting for Middle East investors - Part 1Partner Nick Green speaks to Faisal Durrani, Head of London Commercial Research at Knight Frank and Bassam Kameshki, Independent Real Estate Consultant, about the various myths surrounding investment from the Middle East.
2020-12-0631 minThe Trowers PodcastDelivering the digital future today – full fibre broadbandPartner Amardeep Gill is joined by Steve Edwards and Scott Walters from the Project Advisory Group to discuss the digital agenda and why the push for full fibre broadband in every part of the UK is gathering pace.
2020-11-3033 minThe Trowers PodcastPlacemaking and social value at Brent Cross TownPartner of Argent Related and Co-Lead for Brent Cross Town Development, Nick Searl and urban wellbeing lead at Buro Happold, Dr Jamie Anderson, speak to Sara Bailey about their Flourishing Index and how its findings will inform the decision-making for the development of Brent Cross Town and the continued curation of this new London neighbourhood.
2020-11-2326 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: The future of retailPartner Matt Holbrook speaks to Stephen Springham, Head of Retail Research at Knight Frank where they discuss the future of the retail industry post-Covid.
2020-11-1116 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: The importance of non-financial investment factorsPartners Katharine Lewis and Ben Neary speak to David Goatman, Partner and Head of Department for Sustainability and Energy at Knight Frank, where they discuss the importance of non-financial investment factors and in particular the changing market views on ESG and the impact of generational transfer of wealth.
2020-11-0438 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: The future of flexible office spacesPartner Yvette Bryan speaks to Partners James Nicholson, in the EMEA Strategic Consultancy team and Amanda Lim who runs the flexible office solutions desk at Knight Frank where they discuss the future trends for flexible office spaces.
2020-10-2827 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: The impact on the retail sectorPartner Emma Barnfield is joined by Stephen Springham, Head of Retail Research at Knight Frank where they discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the retail sector.
2020-10-2113 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Knight Frank series: The changing nature of officesPartner Chris Rundle speaks to Richard Proctor, partner and Head of London Tenant Representation and Lee Elliott, partner of Commercial Research at Knight Frank about the changing nature of offices.
2020-10-1420 minThe Trowers PodcastWorld Mental Health Day: a conversation with Ru AnwarAhead of World Mental Health Day, partner Ru Anwar spoke to fellow partner Helen Randall about her heritage and also her experience with mental health and what the legal sector can do to combat the stigma that surrounds it.
2020-10-0721 minThe Trowers PodcastBlack History Month: a conversation with Claire EzekweAs Black History Month begins, Managing Associate and chair of the Race, Ethnicity and Heritage Network at Trowers, Claire Ezekwe talks to partner Ayda Habboush about her Nigerian heritage, the Black Lives Matter movement and what it means to be Black and British in 2020.
2020-09-3032 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowersIncludes - Love, on and off the stageTo celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the United Nations' International Day of Older Persons, our LGBTQ+ and Allies Network bring you an interview with nonagenarian entertainer Arthur Wilman about his life on the stage and of 60 years with the love of his life Alexander Morrow.
2020-09-2324 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers talks highlight: The climate for investing in affordable housing - the view of Legal & GeneralHead of Real Estate Sara Bailey speaks to Ben Denton, Managing Director at Legal & General where they discuss the climate for investing in affordable housing.
2020-09-1711 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers talks highlight: Town centre recoveryPartner Chris Plumley speaks to David Jobling, Director at Arcadis where they discuss town centre recovery post pandemic.
2020-09-0915 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers talks highlight: Resilience and recovery within local governmentPartner Scott Dorling is joined by councillor Peter Fleming of Sevenoaks District Council to discuss the pressures and celebrate the achievements of local government.
2020-09-0226 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers talks highlight: Canada Water post CovidHead of Real Estate Sara Bailey speaks to Emma Cariaga, Joint Head of Canada Water Development at British Land, where they discuss Canada Water post Covid-19.
2020-08-1913 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers talks highlight: The future of governancePartner Sharron Webster discusses the impact of Covid-19 on governance and how it will shape governance in the future.
2020-08-0508 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers talks highlight: Building beyond the lockdown - London 3.0 and the post Covid-19 worldHead of Real Estate Sara Bailey interviews Patricia Brown, Director at Central, where they discuss London 3.0 and how we see the post Covid-19 world in this Trowers talks podcast.
2020-07-2110 minThe Trowers PodcastWhat is it really like practising as an LGBT+ lawyer – a podcast with the University of LawPartner and Head of Diversity and Inclusivity at Trowers & Hamlins, Helen Randall, discusses what it is really like practising as an LGBT+ lawyer, how professional practice has developed over the years and also the role of The Law Society’s LGBT+ Lawyers’ Division.
2020-06-2519 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowersIncludes – anti-racismPartner and head of our Birmingham office, Yetunde Dania talks to partner Amardeep Gill about the Black Lives Matter movement, why recent events across the globe have had such an impact and how she feels we can all educate ourselves to be part of a positive change in our society.
2020-06-1022 minThe Trowers PodcastThe future of heat pumpsIn the second of a series of podcasts looking at the impact of Net Zero 2050 and the Future Homes Standard on heating, Chris Paul is joined by Ieman Barmaki, Director of Low Carbon Partnerships at Kensa Contracting. Together they discuss the practical issues around heat pump installations, and the challenges of retro-fit, supply chain capacity and the requirement for government support. This podcast was recorded prior to the recent launch of consultation on options for the future support for low carbon heat, which closes on 7 July 2020.
2020-06-0730 minThe Trowers PodcastTackling the skills gap in smart citiesPartner Amardeep Gill is joined by Alex Cole, CEO at TIN Smart Social, where the two discuss how bridging the skills gap can impact the smart city agenda.
2020-05-3119 minThe Trowers PodcastThe urban landscape of a smart cityPartner Amardeep Gill speaks to Martin Prince-Parrott, who is an award winning architect and Design Manager at Blackswan Property. The two discuss the role of urban planning in smart cities, whether you can make a citizen centric city and what limitations there are to the smart city urban landscape.
2020-05-2125 minThe Trowers PodcastThe future of 5GPartner Amardeep Gill talks to Robert Franks from WM5G about the future of 5G and whether it will act as the lynchpin for the fourth industrial revolution.
2020-05-1832 minThe Trowers PodcastGrowth and Prosperity in the West MidlandsPartner Chris Plumley talks to Deborah Cadman, Chief Executive of West Midlands Combined Authority before the lockdown, about the role of the WMCA in the growth and prosperity across the West Midlands working with local government and businesses across the region.
2020-04-2720 minThe Trowers PodcastCoronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs for employersIn the first Future of Work podcast from our employment and pensions team, partners Rebecca McGuirk and Nicola Ihnatowicz discuss some FAQs about the steps employers need to take to look after their staff in the current coronavirus crisis.
2020-03-1324 minThe Trowers PodcastLiveable placesChris Plumley is joined by Simon Marks, City Executive at Arcadis, to discuss prosperity and inclusive growth in real estate, the role of consultation in good quality developments and collaborative, commercially robust partnerships.
2020-03-1125 minThe Trowers PodcastTrowers & Hamlins in partnership with the Law Society LGBT Lawyers Division GLAD podcast for LGBT history monthIn a joint Trowers and Law Society LGBTQ+ Lawyers Division podcast, partners Helen Randall, James Hawkins and Paul McDermott are joined by committee member Ewan Watson to discuss their experiences and the work they did for the Gay and Lesbian Legal Advice Service, GLAD to mark LGBT History month.
2020-02-2419 minThe Trowers PodcastThe future of gasIn the first of a series of podcasts looking at the impact of Net Zero 2050 and the Future Homes Standard on heating, Chris Paul is joined by Martyn Bridges, Director of Technical Communication and Product Management at Worcester Bosch. Together they discuss the future of gas heating, the potential for hydrogen and the challenges of transition to a low-carbon future.
2020-02-1932 minThe Trowers PodcastMidmarket proposition for senior livingIn our latest podcast, Trowers' partner Kyle Holling, Michael Vogues, Executive Director of ARCO and Samantha Rolland, Head of Healthcare Valuations at Savills discuss the midmarket proposition for retirement communities.
2020-02-0522 minThe Trowers PodcastThe renaissance of council house buildingScott Dorling is joined by Steve Partridge, director of affordable housing consultancy at Savills UK, discussing the issues and opportunities around the so-called 'renaissance of council house building'.
2020-01-2227 minThe Trowers PodcastHarnessing data in a smart cityHost Amardeep Gill discusses with data expert William Taaffe the ways in which we can effectively harness data in a smart city, how the possibilities of data can assist the smart city agenda and whether privacy will have to be sacrificed to secure the real benefits of data exploitation.
2020-01-0823 minThe Trowers PodcastThe resilience and relevance of local government in challenging timesScott Dorling and Helen Randall meet with Ed Hammond, Director of Research and Campaigns at the Centre for Public Scrutiny. Following our research, conducted over the last 12 months, on the resilience and continued relevance of local government, we discuss challenges, how authorities can further engage with stakeholders, its structure and what local government is truly for.
2019-12-1015 minThe Trowers PodcastManaging privacy in a smart cityIn this episode of our Smart City podcast series we discuss data protection issues with expert Claire Wright, who has worked with a broad range of organisations and sectors and has designed data protection strategies for FTSE 100 companies. We cover the perceived organisational risks of data sharing, businesses successfully balancing privacy with technological exploitation and key privacy issues in developing smart cities.
2019-12-0314 minThe Trowers PodcastHow artificial intelligence will influence smart citiesPartner and host Amardeep Gil is joined by Professor Prashant Pillai, a professor in cyber security and the director of Wolverhampton's cyber research institute, and the founder and CEO of Cydon Ltd, a distributed ledger technology based software solution. The pair will discuss artificial intelligence and how it is currently being used, whether the benefits of AI outweigh potential risks and examples of how AI is impacting our lives, now and in the future.
2019-11-1916 min
The Trowers PodcastWhat is a smart city?The first in our smart cities series, host Amardeep Gill speaks to expert Iain Mansell about what exactly a smart city is and how to encapsulate it, starting from base principles.
The pair will consider the key ingredients of a smart city, and what barriers might exist to creating one in the UK. With discussion around examples of smart cities in the UK and globally, future leadership will be key to achieve success in this area.
2019-10-3019 min