The sustainable business podcast by Novuna Business Finance

In episode two, we hear from Tim Everest, owner of Grey Flannel,. Tim showcases how sustainable practices can drive business growth in the fashion industry. By integrating sustainable fabrics and responding to customer demands, Grey Flannel demonstrates that green initiatives can be a long-term investment, attracting environmentally conscious consumers and enhancing brand image.

In this episode you can hear from Becky Barnes, owner of Becky Barnes Style and how she challenges fast fashion norms by promoting sustainable alternatives. Her focus on second-hand shopping and repurposing highlights how sustainability can be an essential investment in the future of the business, fostering customer loyalty and differentiation in the market. It's all about recycling and re-using!

Novuna Business Finance commissioned roaming reporter GuyB to hit the road and speak with some independent experts on what a new Government could do to support small business owners on the move towards Net Zero and a progressive approach to embracing sustainability. This episode features comments from Steve Wardlaw, an energy lawyer and special adviser, as well as Chairman of the insurance company...

In this episode, we hear from Professor Stephen Barber, Head of Department for Innovation & Management at the University of East England. Prof. Stephen Barber discusses how the new government can support the small business community. Stephen is a prominent figure at a London MBA school, has published many political and economic books and is a respected political economic commentator with the n...

We hear from Richard Thompson, Account Manager at Novuna Business Finance, discuss the pivotal role of accessing financing options to facilitate SMEs transiting to eco-friendly practices. He gives a real-life example of a company that uses sustainable initiatives to drive business growth while contributing to a greener future.

Laura Emmins, Broker support, and a Novuna Business Finance ‘Sustainability Champion’, talks about how she embeds sustainability into everyday activity from recycling to upcycling. She also mentions the importance of encouraging positive and practical sustainability initiatives within organisations to nurture a culture of sustainability.

Jo Morris, Head of Insight at Novuna Business Finance, talks about her own personal motivations behind sustainability and the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses in embracing sustainable practices. Jo also discusses the crucial role of government support and guidance to help SMEs navigate sustainability challenges effectively.

In this episode, we hear from Philippe Bazin, Head of the Sustainable Energy team. Philippe shares his passion for sustainable finance and its potential to drive positive change in society. He also explores the concept of people feeling disempowered in the battle against climate change and how focussing around how to spend and invest our money in a better and more effective way to drive change.

A trailer of what's to come in our first series. The episodes start closer to home and features guests from Novuna Business Finance. Each guest shares stories of their own personal journey towards sustainability and includes a diverse range of topics - from passionate discussions on the transformative power of sustainable finance to practical tips on how we can all include sustainability practices...