Hosted by Simon Cox

NNBN Podcast

Business EN ↓ 69 episodes

The podcast of the NNBN Membership Organisation, supporting business growth in Northamptonshire and those who serve the area. Listen to our members and those involved with our events talking about a variety of subjects from starting a business, environmental issues, what they do here in Northamptonshire and our weekly round up! More further information about the NNBN, visit https://nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383 or 01604 926262.

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Hosted by Simon Cox

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Episode 19 - Chris Smith from the Royal & Derngate joins us to talk about what's happening and future events 06.02.2024 25:09

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by ⁠ Poppy Design Studio ⁠ . Chris Smith, Development Manager from the Royal & Derngate join us to talk about what's happening and what's coming up as the iconic venue in Northampton celebrates it's 40th season. Listen to Chris and Simon talking about how businesses can support the theatre, what's coming up and some excitin...

Episode 18 - Debbie Houghton from Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group talks about Apprenticeships 05.02.2024 26:10

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio . Debbie Houghton joins us to talk about The Bedford College Group's offering when it comes to Apprenticeships. Did you know you can recruit your own people and then introduce them to the College to enter into an Apprenticeship ? Have a listen to find out how on this podcast with Debbie who is a former Apprentice her...

Episode 17 - Martin Traynor OBE, Small Business Crown Representative joins us to talk about the Procurement Act 2023 04.02.2024 28:11

Based at the Cabinet Office in London, Martin works with government departments to help make procurement policies, practises, and procedures simpler for SMEs to navigate. He also works with SMEs to encourage them to think about pitching for both central government contracts and other opportunities across the wider public sector. Martin has extensive experience in the leisure and hospitality se...

Episode 16 - Have you heard of the Franklins Solicitors £50 Challenge ? LISTEN HERE! 02.02.2024 22:59

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio . Rosanna Stimson from Franklins Solicitors LLP joins us, along with Dean Jones from the Northamptonshire Community Foundation and Nina Gandy from Cynthia Spencer to talk about why businesses should get involved in the Franklins £50 Challenge which starts on 20th February. You can hear what it means to Franklins Solicito...

Episode 15 - Jonathan Hill from Freelance Credit Control talks about the importance of cashflow and credit control 01.02.2024 24:52

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Jonathan Hill joins us to talk about what he does, his business and the importance of cashflow and credit control. You can hear Jonathan talking about his experience, why credit control is important and how he builds relationships with the people he works with to help collect their cash. To learn more about his business...

Episode 14 - Sunny Singh from the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce talks to us about the Northamptonshire Business Exhibition 30.01.2024 10:43

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Sunny Singh, Group Commercial Director of the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce, joins us to talk to Simon about the forthcoming Northamptonshire Business Exhibition taking place at Wicksteed Park on Friday 8th March. Entry is free and you'll be able to engage with local businesses, network, learn and connect at...

Episode 13 - Liz Barclay, the Small Business Commissioner, talks about late payments and what her office are doing to reduce late payments 27.01.2024 23:10

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Liz Barclay, the Small Business Commissioner, talks to Simon about late payments, how they cause problems with business cashflow, her national role and how small businesses can sign the Prompt Payment Code. To learn more about signing the Prompt Payment Code (which is free), click here: https://www.smallbusinesscommissi...

Episode 12 - Dean Jones talks about the impact being made by the Northamptonshire Community Foundation in the County 26.01.2024 27:36

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Dean Jones talks to Simon about the Northamptonshire Community Foundation and the impact being made across the County with the support they give. Dean talks about Corporate Giving Network and more on the podcast including the Franklins £50 challenge. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@n...

Episode 11 - Talking with Kevin Hollinrake MP, Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business 19.01.2024 35:48

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Kevin Hollinrake MP, the Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business talking to us about his visit to Northamptonshire last year, what businesses can expect this year and start up loans available for small businesses starting their business journey. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channe...

Episode 10 - Talking with Dr Ebenezer Laryea from the University of Northampton about sustainability, the Northampton Accord and SLIPAH 16.01.2024 26:22

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Dr Ebenezer Laryea and Simon talking about the Northampton Accord, SLIPAH (Sustainability Local Innovation Partnership Agenda Hub), TANZ West Northamptonshire (Towards A Net Zero West Northamptonshire) and how you could get involved. Website for SLIPAH is https://slipah.co.uk If you would like to be a guest on...

Episode 9 - Talking with Robin Webber-Jones, Principal of Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group 13.01.2024 27:56

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Robin Webber-Jones, Principal of Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group and Simon talking about the role of the college, how businesses can help support the college and how the college is adapting to a changing skills requirement for local employers in North Northamptonshire. If you would like to b...

Episode 8 - Talking with Milly Fyfe from No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC about her exciting start to 2024 11.01.2024 26:05

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Milly Fyfe from No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC, double NNBN Award winner at last year's NNBN Awards, talking about her exciting news to kick off 2024! Milly is a great advocate for local food and farming in Northamptonshire and it's great to see her listed in this year's f:entrepreneur top 100...

Episode 7 - Talking with Cllr Fiona Baker, Cabinet Member for Children, Families and Education for West Northamptonshire 10.01.2024 28:34

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Cllr Fiona Baker and Simon talking about how young people in West Northamptonshire are seeking employment opportunities and also details of a special Business Brunch taking place on Thursday 18th January in Northampton. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail ⁠hello@nnbn.co.uk⁠ or call u...

Episode 6 - Talking with Shehnaaz Latif from T.O.O.T. Services Ltd about Testimonials 06.01.2024 27:00

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to Shehnaaz Latif and Simon talking about T.O.O.T. Services Ltd and the importance of testimonial gathering. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail ⁠hello@nnbn.co.uk⁠ or call us on 01536 648383 For more information about NNBN visit ⁠https://nnbn.co.uk⁠

Episode 5 - Talking Awards, community funding and start up businesses 31.12.2023 1:13:24

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: Beccy Hurrell and Lindsey Atkins from Beccy Hurrell Voice & Arts talking about creative arts and Awards success at the NNBN Awards and Northamptonshire Business Awards Rachel McGrath, CEO of the Northamptonshire Community Foundation, talking about their recent Awards, being recognised themselves for what...

Episode 4 - Talking Awards, Pests, Commercial Litigation and Giving Back..... 09.12.2023 1:07:17

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: James Richards from the award winning Commsave Credit Union talking about the Northamptonshire Business Awards and what they get up to at Commsave Credit Union Matt O'Donnell from iX5 Pest Control in Northampton talking about pests, critters and honey bees Hayley Mauro from Wilson Browne Solicitors talkin...

Episode 3 - Talking running, awards and theatre in Northamptonshire 01.12.2023 1:14:22

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: Kate Denne from Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce talking about the Northamptonshire Business Awards Simon Hollis from ⁠Go Beyond Challenge talking about The Amazing Northampton Run Emma Kendrick from LOL Theatre talking about their Christmas productions and what they do in the community If you would like...

Episode 2 - Talking Awards With Winners At This Year's NNBN Awards 24.11.2023 1:00:24

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: Tamara Holland from Dot & Stripe , Micro Business of the Year winner from this year's NNBN Awards Milly Fyfe from No Fuss Meals For Busy Parents CIC , Business Person of the Year and Start Up Business of the Year winner from this year's NNBN Awards More from Milly here: Facebook: https://www.faceb...

Episode 1 - Talking Business Grants, PR, CPD and Business Planning 17.11.2023 1:03:52

Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio. Listen to: Local news from around Northamptonshire Angela Turton from Action Coach Oakham and Kettering Mark Ferguson from More Fire PR Andy Donnachie from The CPD Group If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail hello@nnbn.co.uk or call us on 01536 648383 For more information about NNBN visit ⁠ http...