Open4Business from NLive Radio
by NLive Radio - Local Radio for Northampton
NLive Radio's Open4Business (Open for Business) Podcast, the interviews, discussion and more from our weekly radio show. Cut up into bite size chunks. The show is presented by Adrian Pryce DL a Senior Academic in Strategy & International Business at the University of Northampton and one of the Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire Deputies. Adrian interviews the movers and shakers in the town and county to shine a light on the best of local business, charity and community initiatives.
Episodes
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Alexina Cassidy - Act Now Consulting - Talking B Corps, ESG and sustainability
Alexina Cassidy is the founder of ActNow Consulting and a passionate advocate for helping businesses become a force for good. As a Sustainable Business Advisor, she supports organisations in developing practical ESG and sustainability strategies that balance commercial success with environmental...
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Esther Gammage - Esther Gammage Consulting - Neurodiversity in business and Eve – an event coming up for female leaders
Esther Gammage is the founder of Esther Ruth Consulting, a practice dedicated to empowering leaders to unlock their potential, build confidence, and create thriving, people-first workplaces. With more than 20 years’ experience in HR and nearly a decade specialising in leadership coaching, she...
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Simon Davis from Keller Williams estate agents
Award winning Simon Davis from Keller Williams,the world’s largest estate agency, has his finger on the pulse of the local property market. Simon has access to detailed local and nationwide data,including highly informative heatmaps that reveal market trends and buyer demand across the area. Did...
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Video and visual storytelling with Daniel Clee and James Weatherall
Daniel Clee is the Managing Director and James Weatherall the Creative Director for The Avenue Motion Picture Company who offer London quality video and visual story telling to Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties. In this interview, Daniel and James share their experience about the...
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Rad Wróblewski
Rad talks about the growth of Sparrow Construction over the last nine years and how they are employing just under 100 people across the UK from their Kettering base. Originally broadcast on Tuesday 27th January 2026 on Open4Business hosted by Simon Cox.
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Damon, Heather and Tyler join Simon in the studio to talk about TedX Northampton
Damon, Heather and Tyler join Simon in the studio to discussthe forthcoming TedX Northampton event taking place on 7th March.During the interview, they also announce the speakers lined up for this yearsevent so have a listen to see if you know of anyone announced at this yearsline up. Originally...
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Moraye Whelan - Author
Moraye Whelan is an author who has just published her first book. In this interview, Moraye talks through the publishing process, what its like to be an author and what is was like the first time someone bought her book! Originally broadcast on Tuesday 27th January on Open4Business hosted by…
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Northamptonshire Manufacturing with Cassandra Campbell from the Northamptonshire Manufacturing Forum
Cassandra talks to Simon about manufacturing in Northamptonshire and how she’s looking to bring manufacturers together through the Northamptonshire Manufacturing Alliance. Cassandra is passionate about the manufacturing sector and keen to support local businesses in Northamptonshire through the...
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A New Year, A New Business for Rupert and Angela Turton from Blue Dragonfly Business Services
Rupert, a previous guest with Simon on Open4Business, joins the show to talk about a new family business which is offering fractional business services to SME’s. Rupert and his wife Angela are both experienced business professionals and their services will be valuable to their clients looking to...
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The Business of Radio with Rebecca Steers - Station Manager of NLive Radio
Rebecca talks to Simon about her involvement in community radio, what its like to run a radio station and the benefits to local businesses looking to raise their profile through radio. With 20 years experience in radio broadcasting, station management and mentoring, Rebecca is one of the most...
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Power of Poetry with Quinton Green
In a very moving yet inspirational interview, award-winning social entrepreneur and poet Quinton Green aka Mr Milise, founder and CEO of Northampton-based MMAP Pathways CIC, talks about his personal journey from a challenging background and victim of a knife attack at 17 years of age through to…
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New Year Blessing with Father Oliver Coss
Looking back at his highlights from 2025 and his hopes for 2026, Father Oliver Coss, Rector of All Saints Church in Northampton, shares his perspective on how Northampton is gaining confidence in itself after several successful events last year, and how he hopes we can all carry this into the New...
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Mother & Daughter Perspectives with Dr Louise Reader and Emily her Daughter
Musical dance student and choreographer Emily and her mother, Dr Louise Reader of the University of Northampton’s Faculty of Business & Law, explore the life and career prospects as a young person in today’s fast-changing world - and how similar and also different are the aspirations of each for...
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Menopause Matters for Business with Dr Tracey Redwood
The University of Northampton’s Associate Professor, Dr Tracey Redwood talks about her research on menopause in the workplace with guidance for business leaders, and her career as an academic studying life transitions, leading up to her new book Power Surge Balancing Midlife - A Guide to Living...
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Businesses supporting local theatre - Chris Smith Development Manager The Royal & Derngate
The Royal & Derngate is a crown jewel in Northamptonshire, and Development Manager Chris Smith discusses their work across the summer ‘dark’ season before the re-opening with a Made in Northamptonshire production ‘Breaking the Code’ . Chris also talks about other ways to engage with and support…
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Better Directors for a Better World - Kirsty Maxey Institute of Directors
Experienced SME business leader and adviser Kirsty Maxey, a member of the IoD Institute of Directors National Sustainability Group, talks about her work and the valuable support of the IoD in promoting Better Directors for a Better World, as well as an upcoming IoD webinar in conjunction with the...
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Fueling Innovation Campaign - Adam Lawton Regional Business Engagement Officer at the University of Northampton
Fueling Innovation through coffee! The University of Northampton’s Regional Business Engagement Officer Adam Lawton discusses the University’s Fueling Innovation campaign, with a series of special events and a coffee van going across the county to facilitate conversations to engage and support...
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Chantal-Lawren Welch - Marketing Lead at Silverstone Park
Chantal-Lawren Welch, Marketing Lead at Silverstone Park, discusses the growth of the advanced engineering business park located next to the world-famous F1 circuit. She also shares the story behind founding the Women's Innovation Network, which aims to support women in engineering and those...
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Founder Vicki Thomas and current co-lead Emmeline Child of the University of Northampton’s Centre for Sustainable Futures
Founder Vicki Thomas and current co-lead Emmeline Child of the University of Northampton’s Centre for Sustainable Futures discuss how partnerships are key to sustainability, sharing details of their work and research with the fashion and toy industries alongside the charity sector to reduce…
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Ben Thomas - All Things Business - 100th edition of the magazine and launch of the 2025 Northants Business Excellence and Northants Education Awards
Publisher Ben Thomas of All Things Business celebrates the 100th edition of the magazine as well as the launch of the 2025 Northants Business Excellence and Northants Education Awards which he runs. Also learn about Ben's social impact initiatives, and the thinking behind his motto 'Business…
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Vanessa Ugatti - The True Worth Expert
In this thought-provoking episode, Vanessa Ugatti, The True Worth Expert exposes the costly mistake professional service providers make by not charging their true worth — and the long-term damage it can cause to the firm’s revenue and their people’s morale, health, and well-being. See...
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Helen Russell - The Right Track Consultancy - Apprenticeships, embedding and developing talent for long-term business success
Helen Russell, an early careers specialist, talks about apprenticeships and as well as sharing highlights from the recent UON Employer Connect event. Hear about Helen's business, The Right Track Consultancy, and her views on embedding and developing talent for long-term business success....
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Shehnaaz Latif
Experienced Impact Practitioner Shehnaaz Latif reports on her successful inaugural Impact Showcase in December and her plans for 2025 - and how we can all help ourselves with some me time. See https://tootservices.co.uk/
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Duncan Farrington MBE
Farmer and entrepreneur Duncan Farrington MBE talks about the New Year's Honours award as he prepares to celebrate 20 years of Farrington Oils - and how he is still innovating. See https://farrington-oils.co.uk/
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Cllr Rebecca Breeze - Councillor at West Northants
Cllr Rebecca Breeze is the West Northants Council Cabinet Member responsible for Strategic Planning, Built Environment & Rural Affairs, and here she talks about her career, her work and its long term natiue plus and the major issues she faces on behalf of local citizens.
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Deborah Taylor - Founde & MD of the Sustainable Leather Foundation CIC
Driving industry change and sustainability is the mission of Deborah Taylor, founder and MD of the Sustainable Leather Foundation CIC, which recently held its annual summit at the University of Northampton, from where Deborah reports on the event, the key issues and the work of the Foundation.…
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Simon Gilchrist - Oxford Graduate
Executive job hunting in mid-career has its challenges, as high flying Oxford graduate Simon Gilchrist attests following his career break. Despite a stellar CV and a top Warwick MBA, it is not easy to find a suitable new role - but this story does have a happy ending!
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Martin Lewis Stephenson - Publisher - Northamptonshire's Buisness Times
Entrepreneur and publisher Martin Lewis-Stephenson speaks about how he acquired and relaunched Northamptonshire's Business Times, and how his media business, the Pulse Media Group, is expanding - and the strategy and approach behind it. See https://pulsemediagroup.co.uk/
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Matt Knight - Owner - J A Knight & Son Farmers Ltd
Guest presenter Rachel Mellows with special interviews all about the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards JA Knight & Son Farmers Ltd is a successful family run business based near Walgrave, Northamptonshire. Since taking over the farm, Matt has transformed the way the land is farmed using both...
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Kamil Podgorski - Student - Northampton College
Guest presenter Rachel Mellows with special interviews all about the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards Kamil Podgorski won the Canapé of the Year award for his ‘Autumn Sonata’ – a cored scone, filled with autumn raspberry chutney and topped with parmesan and mint that was served to guests...
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Maria Walker - Front of House Manager - The Palmichael Restaurant
Guest presenter Rachel Mellows with special interviews all about the Northamptonshire Food and Drink Awards The Palmichael has been owned and run by the Palmiero family since 1981. Michael heads the kitchens and sister Maria runs the front of house. Their priorities are clear and simple: fine...
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Cllr David Smith - councillor - West Northants
Our series of interviews with local government councillors continues, with an engaging chat with Cllr David Smith, Cabinet Member for Community Safety, Engagement and Regulatory Services at West Northants Council. David talks about his varied career as a serial entrepreneur and for the past few...
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Marco Gundermann – Head of Economics, international relations and development
Martin spoke to Marco Gundermann the University of Northamptons Head of Economics, international relations and development at the Faculty of Business and Law all about last weeks autumn statement. What does it mean for general public, winners and losers, and what the political implications are…
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Pim Van Baarsen - CEO at Silverstone Technology Cluster
Silverstone Technology Cluster's CEO Pim Van Baarsen reports direct from STC's annual Innovation and Growth Conference, with details of the keynote speakers and a new initiative to address the skills gap in engineering. See https://www.silverstonetechnologycluster.com/
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Vita Whitaker - CEO at WhitCo's
With news of an excellent new concept at their Thrapston base, catering kitchen and equipment specialist WhitCo's CEO Vita Whitaker talks about the vision behind this new initiative, and how it will become a base to bring industry and education closer together to drive skills and innovation. See...
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Sunny Singh - Northants & Milton Keynes Chambers of Commerce Group Commercial Director
The popular and well-known Northants & Milton Keynes Chambers of Commerce Group Commercial Director Sunny Singh gives an update on the latest Chamber activities, with a finger on the pulse of the mood around the region, also sharing details of the Northamptonshire Business Awards and Next...
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Cllr Malcom Longley - Councillor - West Northamptonshire Council
West Northants Councillor Malcom Longley has cabinet responsibility overseeing finance and here he talks about how his long career in business has prepared him to bring strong financial and budgeting disciplines to the new unitary authority. See www.westnorthants.gov.uk
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Stephen Bell - Musical Director & founder of Red Kite Training
Musical Director and maestro Stephen Bell, founder of Red Kite Training, talks about how he is bringing his executive development, management training and motivational skills to bear in Be. Partners Ltd, a new venture and coalition of six partners coming together with a range of products and...
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Alistair Sutton & Tiju Kodiyat - University of Northampton Lectures
Recently retired University of Northampton subject head and senior lecturer Alistair Sutton and his successor Tiju Kodiyat reflect on teaching and managerial duties in a University environment and howe the demands of the job - and the students - are evolving.
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Emma Rose - Landlady of The Coach House Inn & The Royal Oak
Entrepreneur Emma Rose, landlady of The Coach House Inn and The Royal Oak in Rutland, talks about the transition from teaching business in a university to doing it and how her business philosophy guides her in creating welcoming community inns. See https://www.thecoachhouseinn.co.uk/ and...
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Hal Reisiger - CEO at Cosworth
Celebrating the company's 65th Anniversary Cosworth's CEO and Chairman of he Board Hal Reisiger talks about the history and success of this jewel in the crown of Northamptonshire, a well-known brand in high performance engineering and motorsport, and reveals some insights into his management...
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Dominic Masterson - Cheif Executive of Commsave
Listen to Dominic Masterson Chartered MCSI, Chief Exec of the Northants based Commsave Credit Union who treating their role in banking, finance and money as a service, with a high customer service and employee-focused philosophy.
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Julian Coronati - S3 Group
Argentine born Julian Coronati discusses his ambitions and role with the Barcelona-based strategic sourcing company S3 Group, following his Master's degree in Italy, and, despite rising geo-political tensions, talks about the continuing importance and success of China as a source of products and...
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Dr Roger Barker - Director of Policy & Governance
On this episode, we hear about life in the fast lane (via Eagles - see what I did there!) from Dr. Roger Barker, Director of Policy & Governance at the influential Institute of Directors (IoD) talking about representing business people in his regular contacts with Government.
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Cllr Phil Larratt - Councillor - West Northamptonshire Council
We continue our series of interviews with the West Northamptonshire Council Cabinet, this time joined by Cllr Phil Larratt who is responsible for highways and transport (think potholes!) and waste - with an appeal to litterbugs everywhere.
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Julie Abraham - CEO of Richer Sounds
Julie Abraham, CEO of Richer Sounds talks about her career journey to the top of Richer Sounds, a successful now employee-owned business founded by Julian Richer, The Ethical Capitalist. Julie talks about the values and principles underpinning the companies success and her management style.
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Cllr Mike Hallam - Corporate Services portfolio holder - West Northamptonshire Council
Continuing our close look at local government, University of Northampton graduate Cllr Mike Hallam talks about his career and current political life having cabinet responsibility for Corporate Services at the West Northants Unitary Authority Councillors. Mike is responsible for Customer Services,...
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Dr Johnny Wake DL
Multi-talented Dr Johnny Wake DL celebrates winning the prestigious The Royal Agricultural Society's Bledisloe Gold Medal, awarded for outstanding achievement in the successful land management and development of an agricultural estate. The historic Courteenhall Estate has been in his family for...
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Filip Fontaine - International digital management expert
With dual Belgian-US nationality, following his MBA at one of the world's top business schools, IESE in Barcelona, international digital management expert Filip Fontaine has led a full career in large corporate as well as start-up businesses in the tech sector, after packing up everything to head...
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Miranda Wixon - Chair of Northamptonshire VCSE Assembly
If you want something done ask a busy person! Miranda Wixon DL gets things done, including organising 45,000 meals during Covid. To coincide with its launch on 18th October, Miranda talks about her latest project, the Northamptonshire VCSE Assembly, the voice of the voluntary, community and…
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About this show
NLive Radio's Open4Business (Open for Business) Podcast, the interviews, discussion and more from our weekly radio show. Cut up into bite size chunks. The show is presented by Adrian Pryce DL a Senior Academic in Strategy & International Business at the University of Northampton and one of the Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire Deputies. Adrian interviews the movers and shakers in the town and county to shine a light on the best of local business, charity and community initiatives.
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