The Trowers Podcast

In our latest episode of Tech Talks, Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Rebecca Keating, leading technology Barrister at 4 Pump Court, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of quantum computing and what it could mean for businesses in the years ahead. They explore Rebecca's career journey and what led her to specialise in technology law, before unpacking the fundamentals of quantum computi...

In our new More Than Business series, Senior Partner Sara Bailey, speaks with business leaders and innovators about the values that shape effective leadership today. In the second episode, Sara is joined by Catherine Gladwell, Founder and CEO of Refugee Education UK, to discuss her journey from teacher to charity founder and her work helping refugee children and young people access and thrive in e...

In the next episode of our series exploring the growth of Black-owned businesses across the UK, Yetunde Dania, Partner and Head of our Birmingham office, speaks with Justice Williams MBE, brand authority strategist, entrepreneur and publisher, about women in business and leadership. Justice reflects on her own journey and the challenges facing female founders, including access to finance, mentorsh...

In the second episode of our Devolution Dissected update, Amardeep Gill, Head of our Public Sector team, and Paul McDermott continue the conversation with Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle Consulting, turning their attention to what comes next for councils on the frontline of local government reorganisation. The discussion explores what the Government's review could mean for council...

Following the Government's recent decision to withdraw a number of local government reorganisation decisions and pause implementation in other areas, Amardeep Gill, Head of our Public Sector team, is once again joined by Paul McDermott, along with Evie John and Chris Naylor from Inner Circle Consulting, to unpack what the announcement means for councils. The discussion explores the legal diffe...

Partner Jessica Arczynski is joined by Lucy Webb, Director at Inner Circle Consulting, to explore what it takes to create successful new towns and build places that can thrive for generations.  Lucy shares her perspective on the importance of governance, stewardship and community involvement in delivering large-scale development, and why these considerations need to be embedded from the outset. Th...

In our new More than business series, Sara Bailey, Senior Partner at Trowers & Hamlins, speaks with business leaders and innovators about the values that shape effective leadership today. Through candid conversations, the series explores themes including empathy, empowerment, trust and authenticity, and how these qualities can help leaders and organisations thrive. In the first episode, Sara i...

In the second episode of our Tech Talks podcast, Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Matthew Evans, COO and Director of Markets at techUK, to discuss his perspective on the role of technology across key sectors, and his insights into the future of the UK tech industry. They explore what first sparked Matthew's interest in the tech sector and how his path led him to techUK, alongside the org...

In this final episode of the Ending Well series, Amardeep Gill and Professor Catherine Staite bring the discussion full circle, reflecting on what it means to end well and how the quality of an ending directly shapes the effectiveness, legitimacy and accountability of what follows. The conversation considers transition as a critical governance moment in its own right, where TUPE arrangements, fina...

In this episode, Amardeep Gill and Professor Catherine Staite explore the human dimensions of local government reorganisation and the leadership challenges that emerge when organisations are preparing to close rather than grow. While statutory structural change orders and shadow authority arrangements provide the legal framework for transition, the episode examines how councillors, chief executive...

In this three-part podcast series, Amardeep Gill and Professor Catherine Staite explore the governance dimensions of local government reorganisation through the lens of 'ending well'. Drawing on research, policy insight and lived experience, the series examines what it means for dissolving councils to discharge their final governance obligations with the same care and rigour as their found...

Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Shelley Langan-Newton, CEO of SQR, to discuss her journey into the tech sector and the path to her leadership role. They explore what inspired Shelley to pursue a career in technology, alongside the challenges she has faced as a woman in a still underrepresented area of leadership, and how the industry can create more inclusive opportunities. Shelley shares t...

In this second episode of a two-part podcast, Rebecca Rees, Head of Public Procurement at Trowers & Hamlins, is joined by Antony Silk, Director of Procurement at Southern Housing, to continue their reflections on the first year of the Procurement Act 2023. Moving from process into practice, they explore what happens after final tenders are submitted, including how contracts are structured to d...

In this first episode of a two-part podcast, Rebecca Rees, Head of Public Procurement at Trowers & Hamlins, is joined by Antony Silk, Director of Procurement at Southern Housing, to reflect on the first year of the Procurement Act 2023. Focusing on the competitive flexible procedure, they discuss how organisations are adapting to the new regime, alongside practical insights from Southern Housi...

In the next episode in our series where we shine a spotlight on the growth of Black-owned businesses across the UK and the many factors involved in running and scaling a business, Yetunde Dania, Partner and Head of Trowers & Hamlins’ Birmingham office, speaks with Kwame Boateng, founder of Ingrained Oil and winner of the Birmingham Black Business Show Launchpad in Birmingham 2024. Kwame shares...

In the second podcast from issue 17 of Thinking Business, Senior Partner Sara Bailey is joined by Sahar Hashemi OBE, Founder of Buy Women Built and Co-Founder of Coffee Republic, to discuss how effective leadership can drive and sustain transformative change. Sahar reflects on her journey from launching Coffee Republic to founding Buy Women Built, and shares her perspective on authentic, empatheti...

In this episode of GC Chronicles, recorded as part of our Safe and Ethical AI Month, Matt Whelan interviews Magdalena Koenig, General Counsel at Sirius International Holdings, to discuss the intersection of law and artificial intelligence. They explore the importance of ethical and safe use of AI, the challenges of implementing these principles in business, and the evolving regulatory landscape. M...

In the first podcast from issue 17 of Thinking Business, Partner Charlotte Clayson is joined by Rupert Small, Founder and CEO of Egregious, to explore the growing cyber risks associated with the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence in business. Rupert shares his perspective on the key cyber security, data protection and ethical challenges organisations face when implementing AI tools, from ma...

In this episode of our GC Chronicles podcast series, Matt Whelan, Senior Associate, is joined by Rupinder Phull, Director of Legal at HomeServe, the British multinational home emergency repairs and improvements business. Together, they discuss Rupinder’s career journey and how he came to join the organisation, diving into the challenges, opportunities and insights that come with leading the legal...

In 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 Blac...

In 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...

In the latest instalment of our Devolution Dissected series, Amardeep Gill, Head of the Public Sector team, is once again joined by fellow Partner Paul McDermott, along with guests from Inner Circle Consulting, Evie John and Chris Naylor, to discuss the current state of devolution and local government reform in the UK.  In the first of a two-part series, they explore the implications of recent min...

Next up in our Thinking Business podcast series, Partner Victoria Robertson is joined by Char Eeles, Retail Media Lead at Ocado, to discuss the AI revolution and its impact on modern businesses. Char shares insights into the different artificial intelligence models used at Ocado, from improving customer experiences on their website to optimising factory operations and drivers' routes. The conv...

Welcome to the launch of our new GC Chronicles series, where we shine a spotlight on General Counsels from across the UK and their experiences of working at the heart of big business. Amardeep Gill, Partner and Head of our Public Sector team speaks to Rory Gissane, Group General Counsel & Company Secretary at Mortgage Advice Bureau, about his career journey and how he came to join the organisa...

Welcome to our new Thinking Business podcast series, where we explore the latest challenges, opportunities and trends affecting businesses today. We'll be speaking to a range of industry leaders and experts who will share their insight to help you navigate an ever-changing landscape. In our first episode, Danielle Ingham, Partner in our Employment and Pensions team, speaks to Anthony Webster,...