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Why Small Business Matters
by Northumbria University
Why Small Business Matters from Newcastle Business School at Northumbria University provides a platform for successful small business leaders to tell their stories, offer advice and unravel what it means to be a successful modern SME.Brought to you by the Help to Grow Management delivery team at Northumbria University, Small Business Matters takes a casual but inciteful look behind the scenes with contributions from rising entrepreneurs and leaders of established small businesses that have been trading for many years. It will find out what gets them up in the morning, how they've navigated the challenges of the pandemic and their vision for small business in the region, the country and across the globe. For more info on Help To Grow visit Northumbria.ac.uk/HelpToGrow
Episodes
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Finding Focus In A Distracted World! Glenn Stephenson, Fluid Focus
If you've found yourself increasingly doom scrolling (maybe you're doing it now) then this latest episode of Why Small Business Matters will resonate.. In this episode, we explore the growing challenges of smartphone distraction and digital wellbeing with Glenn Stephenson, co-founder of Fluid...
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Explaining the Making Tax Digital changes! With Dan Hogan and Aaron Shaw from Starling Bank
In this episode, we delve into the implications of the upcoming Making Tax Digital legislation with Dan Hogan and Aaron Shaw from Starling Bank. They share insights on how SMEs can prepare for this significant shift in tax reporting, moving from annual to quarterly submissions. Discover how their...
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Into the Dragon's Den - Robson & Robson Part 2
Robson & Robson are a creative agency specialising in multidisciplinary design - elevating brands, packaging, and products. led by Dan and Joe Robson in the northeast of England, they've spent over a decade helping businesses across sectors and partnering with leading global brands. Not only that...
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Sowing the seeds of success - Dan & Joe Robson
Robson & Robson are a creative agency specialising in multidisciplinary design - elevating brands, packaging, and products. led by Dan and Joe Robson in the northeast of England, they've spent over a decade helping businesses across sectors and partnering with leading global brands. Not only that...
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Why Employee Ownership Matters...
In this episode we team up with Rachel Clarke of Bournemouth University Business School, and Liam Toms, and SME owner in Dorset. Liam Toms is a communications and engagement manager at Grapevine, a company based in Dorset. He has a background in marketing and business engagement, having…
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Working On AND IN Your Business - Jenny Cairns & Simon Read
In this episode Sarah Stephenson explores the importance of business leadership and mentoring, and why finding time to work ON and well as IN your business is crucial. Jenny Cairns is owner or North East startup The Doggy Daycare Centre, as is a former participant of the Help To Grow Management...
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Why The Right Finance Matters - Richard Bearman, British Business Bank
In this episode, Dr Matt Sutherland delves into the vital role small businesses play in the economy with Richard Bearman, Co Chief Banking Officer at the British Business Bank. Discover how the bank supports small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the UK through tailored financial solutions,...
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The Importance Of The External Voice! Andrew Silver - Director, 360 Growth Partners
In this episode Sarah Stephenson talks to a Northumbria Allumni and Director of 360 Growth Partners Andrew Silver. Together, they explore the crucial aspects of business partnering, performance management, and transforming strategy into tangible results. Andrew shares his extensive experience in...
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Why Culture Matters - Leigh Venus - CEO Kielder Observatory
This episode truly reaches for the stars, as Dr Matt Sutherland sits down with the CEO of one of the UK's most unique attractions situated in one of the most remote parts of Northumberland. Leigh Venus has just marked his first year as CEO of Kielder Observatory, and discusses the challenges and...
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How to embrace tech, in a non tech business!
In this episode we once again go on tour to University of Salford, with our guest host Prof Mandy Parkinson, and her guest Bassel Ounah. Bassel is the visionary behind APNA Diving School and Neptune Submerge Limited. Discover how Bassel transformed his passion for diving into a pioneering venture...
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50 Years of the FSB - Reshma Begum
Many questions business owners have begin with "Do you know someone who?" or "How can I..?". And someone who aims to answers some of those questions is Reshma Begum, Development Manager of the North East branch of the Federation of Small Business. Celebrating 50 years of advocating for small...
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10 business lessons we have learned in 3 years...
Celebrate the third anniversary of "Why Small Business Matters" with us as we take a retrospective journey through the wisdom shared by our esteemed guests over the years. In this special episode, we revisit 10 key lessons learned, focusing on the power of networking, communication, and...
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Why IP Matters & How To Safeguard Your Assets!
We delve into the critical world of intellectual property (IP) and patents, exploring why small businesses must consider legal protection for their innovations, creative works, designs, or software. Host Sarah Stephenson is joined by intellectual property experts Charlotte Watkins and Jason…
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Sustainability in Small Business
In this episode of "Why Small Business Matters," Katey Curtis delves into the world of sustainability with two local business owners from Huddersfield. Joff Ward, founder and managing director of CorkSol UK, and Kevin Chatham, owner and manager of the Northern Teahouse, share their insights on…
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What is Digital Transformation? Unlocking Growth for Small Businesses
In this episode, we explore the impactful world of digital transformation and how it can revolutionise small businesses. Join host Matt Sutherland as he delves into insightful discussions with Dr Ashmita Randhawa, Director of R&D at Sunderland Software City, and Jamie Hardesty, Director of...
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Ba a marketing master! Paul Hart, MD Cargo Creative
As a small business owner marketing can become a top priority which always ends up at the bottom of your to do list. In this episode Dr Matt Sutherland speaks to Paul Hart, co founder and MD of North Shields business Cargo Creative. Paul has many years of experience in the world of marketing, and...
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Live Special: The Arrow Innovation Support Programme
In this episode we take a break from the studio and are delighted to be guests of Newcastle University, recording in the Catalyst, with a dynamic community of dynamic businesses and research specialists, working collaboratively to develop products and services. The main focus is on the Arrow...
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Laura Winson - Zebedee Talent - C4 Model Agency
In this special episode we are on tour in South Yorkshire, Associate Professor Alexandra Anderson from Sheffield Business School at Sheffield Hallam University hosts the show, and speaks to a leading entrepreneur from the city. This episode looks at inclusivity from a social and economic...
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10 Years Of The Small Business Charter
In this episode, we talk about The Small Business Charter and the valuable support provided to small businesses over the last ten years. Dr Matt Sutherland is joined by 3 guests, Flora Hamilton, Erin Sully-Norris and Helen Lee, three people who have experienced first hand the important work...
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Why Apprenticeships Matter
In this episode the Why Small Business Matters podcast head out on tour from Northumbria University in Newcastle, to our capital and the University of West London. In this episode we ask "Why Apprenticeships Matter", and to answer that question are some very experienced guests. Hosted by John...
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The importance of the Human (and communication!) in HR - Kathryn Rodgers, face2face HR
In this episode Sarah Stephenson explores the world of HR and how to retain your best people with Kathryn Rodgers, of Newcastle based face2face HR. Are you a small business owner struggling with the complexities of human resources? You're not alone. Human resources is a field that often gets…
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From Classroom to Consultancy: Northumbria's Free Business Clinic
Step inside the game-changing Business Clinic at Northumbria University, where the future of business consultancy is being redefined. This episode features the voices of those at the forefront: Nigel Coates, Dr Rebecca Dutson and entrepreneur Kelly Maxwell of Kelly's Heroes. Learn how the…
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Prof Jennie Shorley talks to Helen Tonks, Entrepreneur and founder of Hydraulics Online
In this special episode the podcast is on tour in the North West, as Professor Jennie Shorley is joined by special guest Helen Tonks. Helen is the vision and drive behind the growth of the multi award-winning Hydraulics Online brand; from a business start-up on a blank sheet of paper in 2004, to...
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Are all small business owners entrepreneurs? Steve Rawlingson - CEO Samuel Knight
In this episode Sarah Stephenson is joined by recruitment entrepreneur and group CEO Steve Rawlingson. Steve founded Samuel Knight, a specialist renewable energy and sustainable transportation recruitment business in 2014 from a single person office in Newcastle. Steve discusses how despite some...
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How To Build Your Brand & Culture - Steve Underwood, Bonded Agency
In this episode of Why Small Business Matters Dr Kate Harland talks to Steve Underwood, Founder and Managing Director of Bonded Agency based in Newcastle. We discuss why culture and values can't be created overnight, why support networks are immensely important in business, and building a brand...
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How to demystify accountancy & make technology work for you!
In this episode Sarah Stephenson is joined by Justin Turner, business author and director of the accountancy and book keeping firm Orange Umbrella, a company where the aim is to relieve business owners of unnecessary stress and anxiety. He's also a subject expert and visiting lecturer at...
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How To Be A Successful Networker - Jeni Smith, NetKno
In this episode we aim to unlock the power of networking, with Jeni Smith, owner of North East networking specialists NetKno. In this episode learn why it is important to have a strategy, and how with a little creative thinking you can avoid a morning of bad hotel coffee, and develop useful...
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Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property
In this episode Dr Matt Sutherland investigates the world of Technology Transfer & Intellectual Property, and how ideas with the right support can help solve some of today's biggest challenges. Joining Matt is Dr Iain Thomas is Head of Life Sciences at Cambridge Enterprise, part of the University...
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Managing Projects Like A Ship's Captain - Paul Bevan, Helm Consulting
In this episode Sarah Stephenson from the Northumbria University Help To Grow Management programme explores the world of top level construction projects. Many of us have had a manage a small renovation either at home or in business, and come face to face with the stress and pitfalls they can…
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Sustainability - Tamma Carel, iCOR
In this episode the focus is on sustainability & net zero, 2 phrases we hear a lot about but what do they actually mean, and what do businesses need to do to achieve them? Sarah Stephenson talks to Tamma Carel, founder and owner of 2 businesses with experience in this area. Imvelo is an...
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From Corporation to Entrepreneur - Sam Spoors, Talentheads
In this episode of Why Small Business Matter, Dr Kate Harland explores the journey from the security of a large corporation to venturing out on your own as an entrepreneur. Sam Spoors is founder and Talent & Resourcing Director of Talentheads, a North East based talent and resourcing agency based...
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How to be more engaging - Scott Gould
Engagement is a word many of us hear in business on a daily basis, but what IS engagement?! Formerly a church minister, he literally wrote the book on how people engage with ideas, things, and each other, working with organisations such as the United Nations and Microsoft. Scott joins Dr Matt...
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The Floundering Founder - Raman Sehgal
Does being a good person make you a successful one? Why should you act now to avoid regrets later? And why it's ok to say no! These are some of the topics explored in this episode with Raman Sehgal, author of the best selling book "The Floundering Founder", and founder & Global President of...
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Solving problems of the future! University & Business collaboration
In this episode, Dr Matt Sutherland is joined by Joe Marshall, CEO of the National Centre for Universities & Business. An independent organisation focussed on making the UK the best place in the world for businesses and universities to collaborate. We're also joined by Stuart Wilkinson, acting...
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Mental Health & Business - Natasha McDonough, CEO of MMC Marketing & Research
Hosted by Dr Matt Sutherland from Newcastle Business School at Northumbria University, this episode explores the topic of mental health and business, and in particular of the business owner. Natasha McDonough has an impressive CV, working with top entrepreneurs in the US including Seth Godin of...
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Research, Test & Validate - Mark Renney of Wubbleyou & Graham Batey Northumbria Uni Incubator champion
Hosted by Sarah Stephenson, this episode looks at the process of starting a small business, and how the Business School at Northumbria University can help students become entrepreneurs, whilst giving them the safe space to research, test and validate their ideas. Mark Renney is the founder of...
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KEVRI - Breaking The Traditions of Knowledge Exchange
On this episode of Why Small Business Matters, we are joined by Natalie, Emily & Corin from fast growing Cornish Ed-tech business KEVRI, 3 female founders who have made their mark in what is traditionally a highly male dominant industry. They met at Falmouth University while on a business course...
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How Can SME's Drive The Economy? | Charlotte Keenan, Goldman Sachs | Michael Hayman, Seven Hills
We welcome two influential business brains active in the business world who will be sharing their experience and advice on the challenges facing SMEs today. Charlotte Keenan Charlotte leads the Office of Corporate Engagement's international responsibilities and serves as global head of 10,000...
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Pivoting After The Pandemic - Mark Philpott, CEO, NPH Ltd
In this episode of Why Small Business Matters, we take a look at how the Covid 19 Pandemic forced one North East business to reevaluate their model, and as a result transform their future! Mark Philpott is our guest, following a 10 year career as a specialist physiotherapist in the British Army...
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Student to Entrepreneur - Robert Lundgren Jones
Throughout this series we'll be catching up with a number of Northumbria alumni, to discover what life after Northumbria looks like..! Robert Lundgren Jones was a Newcastle Business School student, whose passion for travel and performance led to him setting up his own interactive tour company,...
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Baroness Grey-Thompson & Colin Allen - Duty Of Care in Sport
In this episode Dr Matt Sutherland is joined by 2 very special guests to discuss the topics of "Duty of Care" in sport, and look at the parallels between being a professional athlete & being a small business owner. Baroness Grey-Thompson is an 11 time Paralympic medalist, and has claimed her…
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Help To Grow Management Programme - Live Podcast Special!
To mark 1 year of the Help To Grow Management programme, this month we find out more about the course from some of those who have undertaken it. This show was recorded live at the iconic Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, and featured a panel chaired by northeast entrepreneur and connector...
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Lucy Winskell OBE & Emma Gaudern
In this episode Matt Sutherland is joined by Lucy Winskell OBE and Emma Gaudern. Lucy until recently has been Pro Vice Chancellor of Northumbria University, with a focus on employability and strategic partnerships. Prior to joining Northumbria over a decade ago Lucy was a top litigation lawyer…
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Taking Your Business Global - Richard Swart
In this episode hosted by Matt Sutherland, we explore the topic of internationalisation, with a man who has spent over 35 years working in global business. Richard Swart grew up in South Africa, but seeking a life away from the troubles in that country at the time he moved to America, before...
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The Millin Charity - Helping Women Achieve Their Business Dreams
To coincide with International Women's Day 2022, this episode of Why Small Business Matters speaks to Kirsty McDine-Daniels and Shelley Haque, 2 of the women behind The Millin Charity based in the North East. They help women set up their own businesses, gain employability skills, access training...
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Why a small business needs strong values - With Toby Bridges & Jessica Williams
Family, Ambition Curiosity & Innovation - Those are the values which run though North East tech company NBT, led by Executive Chairman Toby Bridges. NBT is a family business dating back to 1908 and some good old family values run through the company ethos. Toby explains why you should put trust…
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John McCabe - CEO of North East England Chamber Of Commerce
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 Hannah Hesselgreaves speaks to...
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Craig Skillicorn - Developing your people and your business
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 Matt Sutherland speaks to…
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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…
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Why Small Business Matters from Newcastle Business School at Northumbria University provides a platform for successful small business leaders to tell their stories, offer advice and unravel what it means to be a successful modern SME.Brought to you by the Help to Grow Management delivery team at Northumbria University, Small Business Matters takes a casual but inciteful look behind the scenes with contributions from rising entrepreneurs and leaders of established small businesses that have been trading for many years. It will find out what gets them up in the morning, how they've navigated the challenges of the pandemic and their vision for small business in the region, the country and across the globe. For more info on Help To Grow visit Northumbria.ac.uk/HelpToGrow
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