Evolution Exchange UK Podcast

Host Joe Bamber sits down with top industry experts to explore the balance between technology, teams, and product success. Featuring Andrew Beacock, Fractional CTO and Technical Consultant at Tech Leader 4 Hire, Chris Burns, Head of Product at Davies, and Matt Baker, Engineering Manager at Flipdish, this discussion dives into the challenges of scaling tech teams, fostering collaboration, and drivi...

Host Joe Bamber explores the pressing issue of tech’s carbon footprint with leading experts in the field. Joining the discussion are Somayeh Taheri from UrbanChain, Ian Watson from ArisGlobal, Tim Lewis from Planet Sport Group, and Joe Thornton from BJSS. Together, they examine how technology companies can reduce emissions, implement sustainable energy solutions, and drive innovation toward a gree...

Join Joe Bamber as he engages in a compelling discussion with industry leaders Willie Walsh, Software Engineering Manager at Enterprise Registry Solutions, Michelle McDaid, Founder of The Leading Place, James Malcolm, Capability Lead for Mobile & Quality Engineering at CreateFuture, and Lauren Borodajko, Engineering Manager. The conversation explores the importance of trust in leadership and h...

In this episode, host Rachel Owen is joined by AI experts Robert Green, Co-Founder of Bridgit, Taz Aldawoud, CEO of Doc Abode, Chris Impey, CTO of Consortium X, and Andy Doyle, Chief Strategy & AI Officer at Utopi. They discuss the role of AI in the tech industry, exploring its potential, impact on business, and the ethical considerations surrounding its development. Tune in for a thought-prov...

In this episode, Scott Bridges speaks with Carlos Neves, Head of Engineering at Vitality; Joe Seymour, Engineering Director at Ultraleap; Aleksandra Mitrovic, Head of Engineering at Lloyds Banking Group; and John Durrant, Co-founder and Consultant at Human-Centric Engineering. They explore how embracing failure in engineering can lead to innovation, growth, and resilience. The conversation delves...

In this episode, Rachel Owen speaks with Michael Entwistle, Senior Talent Partner at Klaviyo; Devron Baldwin, Director of Technology at Letterfest; Spyros Andrea, Head of HR at SimplyBook.me; and Ben Ritchie, Head of Engineering at Space Intelligence. They explore the importance of recruiting with purpose and creating a strong company culture from the ground up. The conversation focuses on buildin...

In this episode, James Dyson speaks with Mark McNaught from NatWest, Faris Haddad from AWS (Amazon Web Services), Samuel Colvin from Pydantic, and Mike Brits from Booking.com. They discuss the real-world impact of artificial intelligence, exploring its applications across various industries. From banking to cloud computing and e-commerce, they examine how AI is transforming business processes and...

In this episode, James Dyson speaks with Mike Moran from Skyscanner, JB Garway-Templeman from Eagle Eye, Seemin Suleri, VP of Engineering at Prima, and Hassan Assalih. They explore how embracing failure in the tech industry can drive growth and innovation. The discussion covers real-world experiences from Skyscanner, Eagle Eye, and Prima, as the guests share their journeys of overcoming setbacks,...

In this episode, Scott Hutchinson speaks with industry leaders Mark Francis, Chief Technology Officer at Moonstar.ai; Ian Finch, Managing Director and Founder of Mando Group; Pete Craven from Arantis Ltd; and James Renshaw, Founder & Consultant at ibly. They explore the transition from coding to leadership roles in the boardroom, discussing the challenges and insights gained from their journey...

In this episode, Scott Hutchinson explores the balance between technical excellence and project management with industry experts David Conde Marin, Senior Engineering Manager at Deliveroo; Mark Walsh, Head of Development at Financielle; Chris Russell from Tred; and David Rabbich, Principal Software Developer at 6B Digital. Together, they delve into the challenges and strategies of maintaining high...

In this episode, Daniel Banks is joined by Ian Firth, Principal Product Manager at XenServer, Eddie Sawyers, Head of Product at WorkBuzz, and Eric Famanas, Chief Technology Officer. They discuss strategies for bridging the gap in product development, focusing on overcoming challenges, driving collaboration, and fostering innovation. Learn how these industry leaders navigate the complexities of man...

In this episode, Ashlee Kavanagh is joined by Chris Metcalfe, Founder of Red Oak Agency, Steve Shepperson, Head of Product at Lenvi, Graham Self from Ensek, and Ben Prior, Head of Product at E.ON Next. They discuss key aspects of product leadership, from managing product teams to driving innovation. Tune in to learn how effective leadership shapes successful product strategies and how these leader...

In this episode, Joe Bamber leads a discussion on balancing UX and product development with industry experts. Paul Davis, Head of User Experience at Glean, Yulia Core, Head of Product at Alamy, Cassie Watson, Head of Product at Deploi, and Becky Colley, Lead Consultant at Hippo, share insights on leadership, collaboration, and creating strong cultures within cross-functional teams. They delve into...

In this episode, James Dyson speaks with top engineering leaders to explore the evolution of engineering management. Terry Brown, Director of Engineering at Mews, Peter Gillard-Moss, Head of Software Engineering at Gousto, James Osborn from Bubble - Just Eat Takeaway, and Graham Haythornthwaite, Owner of Product Results, share their experiences in leading engineering teams. They discuss changes in...

In this episode, Daniel Banks is joined by leaders shaping development culture. Jeff Foster, Director of Technology and Innovation at Redgate Software, Ben Cann, Chief Technology Officer at Bubble Ltd., Stefan Ross, Chief Technology Officer at Nyala Consulting, and Bart Read, Chief Technology Officer, discuss how to foster a strong culture within tech teams. They share insights on building collabo...

In this episode, James Dyson is joined by a team of experts in financial operations. Anthony Macey, Chief Technology Officer at Mollis Group, Stephen Old, Head of FinOps at Synyega, Stewart Pavitt, Chief Technology Officer at Retain, and Marc Walford, Head of FinOps at ITV Studios, discuss the role of AI in cost optimisation and how businesses can leverage FinOps practices to achieve financial eff...

Host Luke Vickers explores the key strategies for building and scaling healthy teams in the fast-paced world of technology. Joining the discussion are Mike Sirius , Founder & Host at Mastering Tech Growth ; Matt Roberts , Director of Data Science & Analytics at ClearBank ; Gordon Baggott , Director of Artificial Intelligence at 4most ; and Craig Banach , Software Engineering Manager at BR-...

In this episode, James Dyson is joined by a group of industry leaders: Colin Eberhardt, Chief Technology Officer at Scott Logic, Paul Hands, Chief Technology Officer at Document Risk Solutions, Mark Jose, Engineering Leader, and Lucy Batley, Owner of Traction Industries. Together, they explore the complexities of navigating AI stakeholder dynamics, sharing their insights on how technology leaders...

In this episode, Rachel Owen is joined by Caroline Cozier, Director of Product at CareScribe, Kevin McDonald, Director of Product Design at FanDuel, Luke Campbell, CTO at Adrenaline, and Neil Vernon, Chief Product Officer at Gresham Tech. Together, they discuss how product-led organizations can balance user needs, market competitiveness, and growth. The conversation covers key strategies for desig...

In this episode, Rachel Owen is joined by an expert panel: Rachel Brammer, Founder of On-Set, Rachel Gulley, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition Operations at FanDuel, Joshua Graham, Director of Software Engineering at Optimise Guernsey, and Kate Wilson, Head of Development Operations at Gresham Tech. The guests discuss the pivotal role leadership plays in shaping and driving company culture. Fr...

Join Joe Bamber as he discusses effective strategies for scaling businesses with experts Kevin Williams from GAIN LINE, Fred Thompson from Thirst.io, Kerry Finlayson from Seccl and Phil Telfer CTO and founder. They share insights into building strong company culture, enhancing communication, and fostering collaboration to help businesses scale smarter. Learn practical advice for creating an enviro...

In this episode, Joe Bamber is joined by industry leaders Grace Han, Lead Product Designer at Bupa, Sam Quayle, Director at Hyperact, Ryan Tinsley, Head of Product Design & Research at Flipdish, and Ade-Lee Adebiyi, Head of Design at SoPost. The discussion explores the future of product design, with a focus on collaboration, communication, and the integration of AI into the design process. Lea...

In this episode, Eve Meredith is joined by industry experts Bradley Hopkinson, Senior Engineering Manager at Enable, Richard Faulkner, Head of Software Development at Eploy, Jason Sweby, Software Developer at Civica, and James Brining, Lead Engineer at Streets Heaver Healthcare Computing. Together, they discuss the critical role of leadership in shaping a strong engineering culture. The conversati...

Host Scott Hutchinson dives into the art of stakeholder engagement and communicating effectively with leadership teams. Joining the discussion are Mark Dore (Modern Engineering Leader, CreateFuture), Nicky Marham (IT Director, Federation of Small Businesses), John Nicolas (Head of Engineering, Zally), and Rob Sandbach (Managing Director, Indiespring). They share expert insights on bridging the gap...

In this episode, Luke Vickers is joined by James Castro, Head of Software Development at The Drum, Tom Mathews, Chief Technology Officer at Fanwave Digital Ltd, James Young, Head of Development at Synanetics, and Liam Anderson, CTO at Appointedd. Together, they discuss key factors in building a strong engineering culture, touching on leadership, team dynamics, and fostering innovation. Tune in for...