Open4Business from NLive Radio

Matthew Marks  and  Iain Hulmes  from  PALLITE®  talk about successfully combining innovation with sustainability in their business, and how innovation has blossomed from an environmentally friendly product base and strategy. Originally broadcast 22nd June on Open4Business on NLive Radio

In a fascinating interview, founder and MD of the boutique Hunnings Consultancy, Ingemar Hunnings , talks about the business support services his company offers firms of solicitors across the country, with insights into key trends and how the legal profession is evolving and adapting Originally broadcast 15th June on Open4Business on NLive Radio

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

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 Jun...

Boutique strategy consultants Lal Tawney and Foluso Laguda from Whitecap Consulting share insights into their work and their plans for a major webinar event on 17th June to discuss and assess the innovation ecosystem in Northamptonshire Originally broadcast 8thJune on open4business on NLive Radio

Known for her pioneering work as Brightkidz, founder Alison Holland talks about her work on the 'walking bus' and healthy kids, and how her social business has evolved into Brightwayz and a wider role in sustainable transport as well as supporting other social enterprises . Originally broadcast 8thJune on open4business on NLive Radio

Neelam Aggarwal-Singh MBE JP DL , founder and chair, celebrates success after the Queen's Award for Voluntary Services went to Northants-based Indian Hindu Welfare Organisation. Neelam talks about IHWO's work, its history and ambitious future plans Originally broadcast 8thJune on open4business on NLive Radio

Lars Lohmann , a German-American now living in Australia talks about his career travels with news of life down under in Sydney, with local insights into coronavirus, climate change and much more. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/lars-lohmann-777b941a/?originalSubdomain=au Originally Broadcast 1stJune 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio

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

On his work and wedding anniversary Dominic Hopkins shares news of the merger of HCR and Hewitsons Solicitors to form a UK Top 70 law firm HCR Hewitsons Solicitors, with an update on the business continuity insurance case and details of how to apply for the Queen's Awards for Industry, applications for which are now open. See https://www.hewitsons.com/ and https://queensawards.blog.gov.uk/ Origina...

From Ohio, USA we hear from Scott Bader' USA's Jennie Morey on how their centenary celebrations and strong corporate culture extends around the world. For more information see https://www.scottbader.com/corporate/global-offices/scott-bader-us/ Originally Broadcast 25th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio

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

Doing well by doing good - Duncan Farrington of multiple award-winning Farrington Oils Ltd talks about the company's success, his management style and approach to corporate responsibility & sustainability. as a true 'beacon' company balancing environmental and social factors with business success and profitability, plus news of an innovative approach to soil management. For more informati...

Business simplifier, author and motivational speaker Freddie Guilmard, MD of The Red Thread Partnership, explains the mission and vision of this award-winning leadership training company, how it coped with Covid, and his hopes and aspirations for Red Thread and businesses everywhere to 'build back better' with compassion and heart. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/freddie-guilmard-0961491/ and http...

Wicksteed Park's MD, Lee Scragg , and Head of Sales & Marketing, Rachel James , talk about how they have recovered from a challenging year under coronavirus now that the Grade 2 listed park is back up, running and very much open - as one of Northants largest and much-loved visitor attractions, currently celebrating its Centenary. See https://wicksteedpark.org/ Originally Broadcast Tuesday 18th...

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/facul...

From Frankfurt, Peter Schill , the managing partner of WorldKeg International GmbH, talks about his educational background and how as a beer engineer his MBA helped him build his family business. He shares his career journey from the family business to becoming a successful entrepreneur in his own right, with innovative new products and curing a specialist beer newsletter. For more information see...

Valeria Mercado , a young Mexican woman now based in Germany, talks about her career and aspirations as well the challenges and benefits of cross-cultural experiences living and working in a foreign country. Originally broadcast 11th May on Open4Business on NLive Radio

Charles Manners , the new County Councillor for West Northamptonshire and a director of Turpin Smale Catering Consultants talks about the start of the new West Northamptonshire Unitary Council, and its aspirations, and shares insights into his work as a Catering Consultant as well as his views on the sector and economy in the coming months. To find out more see linkedin.com/in/charles-manners-517b...

All Things Business Magazine publisher Ben Thomas gives us his update on Northants business scene and the focus and highlights of this month's magazine, with his views on other topics in the news. Originally broadcast 4th May 2021 on Open4Business on NLive Radio

Racing driver, aviator, businessman and inventor David Clark talks about his rich and varied career including the businesses he and his wife Natalie have set up on the back of their inventions - namely the successful Road Angel traffic product in the early 2000s, and now SleepHalo to protect us from harmful mobile phone waves while we sleep. He also talks about Senzati - his luxury people carrier...

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-centre...

Social media expert Samantha Cameron talks passionately about her work and career journey - and the importance of social media these days to all businesses, offering advice and tips to maximise the benefit of social media in promoting your company and brand. To connect with her see twitter, Facebook , Instagram, or LinkedIn as Samantha Cameron or check website: https://samanthacameronsoc...

An inspirational chat with the University of Kent's Dr. May Seitanidi, an expert in cross-sector social partnerships ie the public, private, third and academic sectors working together to address complex social issues. Dr. May shares insights into her 30 years work in this area and how it has benefited society, plus her plans now that she is a Visiting Professor at the University of Northampton, w...

We welcome Amanda Lowther, the new High Sheriff of Northamptonshire as of 1st April, who shares insights into the role as the Queen's representative in the Northants legal system, as well as the causes she will focus on during her coming 12 months in office. Amanda has long served the community in voluntary roles, and is very keen on addressing youth disadvantage and supporting those with learning...