Oli Barrett and Caroline Theobald: Connectivity & The Importance Of Networking

Brought to you by the Help To Grow Management Programme at Northumbria University, Why Small Business Matters provides SMEs and small business owners and entrepreneurs the chance to share their stories and what it means to be a successful modern SME. In this episode Dr Matt Sutherland explores the topic of connectivity and the importance of establishing a wide network. Joining him are to of the most connected people in British business today, Oli Barrett MBE and Caroline Theobald CBE. They explain in more detail why in the digital age, it's our human connections that count, and give tips on how we can all be better and more helpful networkers. Oli Barrett is a serial entrepreneur and founder or co founder of many businesses, including Tenner, Start Up Britain and Turn On the Subtitles. He's also a connector, with the Independent calling him "the most connected man in Britain". He's been involved in more than 10 international trade missions, and sits on the advisory boards including Tech London Advocates and One Million Mentors. Caroline Theobald CBE is one of the most connected people in the North East of England and has a breadth of business experience. In 2000 she established The Bridge Club as a place for businesses to connect and partner. She's involved with women's business networks with Gabriel Investors and champions gender equality, and ethical & responsible business. In 2014 she co founded First a dedicated learning and development agency specialising in entrepreneurial skills.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.