EPISODE · Jul 21, 2025 · 1H 22M
Culture, EVP & Leadership in Education | Grant Glendinning, CEO & Principal of Education Training Collective
from Culture and Leadership in Education Podcast · host Dovetail and Slate
In the latest episode of the Culture, EVP & Leadership podcast, Grant Glendenning, CEO of the Education Training Collective (ETC), shares his 25-year journey in Further Education, the importance of a values-driven culture, and how ETC is shaping the future of skills and social mobility in the North East.What to expect in this episode:- Grant’s career path from ESOL lecturer to CEO and his leadership philosophy.- How ETC’s unique “Tone of Voice” culture drives belonging, consistency, and impact across six colleges.- The challenges and opportunities of leading in a sector undergoing rapid change, including AI integration.- The strategic vision behind ETC’s outstanding Ofsted rating and ongoing commitment to local communities.Grant’s advice for aspiring FE leaders: embrace responsibility, stay grounded and lead with purpose.A must-listen for anyone passionate about education, leadership and community impact!dovetailslate.co.uk#Leadership #Education #Culture #EVP #FurtherEducation #TSCG #Podcast #ValuesDrivenLeadership #CommunityImpact #PeopleFirst #FEsector #EmployeeEngagement
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In the latest episode of the Culture, EVP & Leadership podcast, Grant Glendenning, CEO of the Education Training Collective (ETC), shares his 25-year journey in Further Education, the importance of a values-driven culture, and how ETC is shaping the future of skills and social mobility in the North East.What to expect in this episode:- Grant’s career path from ESOL lecturer to CEO and his leadership philosophy.- How ETC’s unique “Tone of Voice” culture drives belonging, consistency, and impact across six colleges.- The challenges and opportunities of leading in a sector undergoing rapid change, including AI integration.- The strategic vision behind ETC’s outstanding Ofsted rating and ongoing commitment to local communities.Grant’s advice for aspiring FE leaders: embrace responsibility, stay grounded and lead with purpose.A must-listen for anyone passionate about education, leadership and community impact!dovetailslate.co.uk#Leadership #Education #Culture #EVP #FurtherEducation #TSCG #Podcast #ValuesDrivenLeadership #CommunityImpact #PeopleFirst #FEsector #EmployeeEngagement
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