Leeds In Conversation

Eve Roodhouse (Chief Officer for Economic Development- Leeds City Council) is joined by Craig Burton (Founder and Managing Director- the Works Recruitment) and Justine Andrew (Market Director- KPMG) to discuss what makes a great job?

They debate various questions such as why paying the real living wage is important, what makes Leeds such a fantastic place to work, and what’s changing in the employment landscape. Craig also tackles the subject of lifelong learning and development, as he plans to live until he’s 104...!

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In this first episode of the Leeds in Conversation series, Eve Roodhouse (Chief Officer for Economic Development- Leeds City Council) and Tom Riordan (Chief Executive- Leeds City Council) discuss the challenges and opportunities of delivering on the inclusive growth agenda in Leeds and growing a city where our communities can truly feel the benefits. 

They touch on various subjects including 100% digital, Channel 4’s move to the North, transport, infrastructure and the prospect of Leeds United getting into the premiership!

This is Leeds In Conversation - a podcast which brings together voices from across the city to debate and discuss how all our communities and people can and will benefit from the growth of our thriving city. Tune in each week to hear from speakers from a wide range of sectors and backgrounds discussing everything from culture to infrastructure, digital skills to creative innovation - and everything in between.