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 Craig Skillicorn, a Northumbria University illumni about his journey from the North East, to Managing Director of international electronics business DDC Electronics. Specialising within the aviation and defence sector, you might not be familiar with the company name, but if you've ever been on a plane you're probably encountered their work..! Craig explains more about his philosophy around managing a team, and ensuring you get the best out of great people. And why there's more to hiring the right person than just an impressive CV, and thinking about long term development of your team. To find out more visit northumbria.ac.uk/helptogrowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.