NNBN Podcast

By Hosted by Simon Cox

The podcast of the NNBN Membership Organisation, supporting business growth in Northamptonshire and those who serve the area. Listen to our members and those involved with our events talking about a v... more

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How many episodes does NNBN Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.

NNBN Podcast episodes:

February 08, 2024 Episode 20 - Rupert Turton from Action Coach Oakham & Kettering talks about BUSINESS PLANNING!
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Rupert Turton joins us to talk about what he does, his business and the importance of business planning.

You can hear Rupert talking about why businesses need to plan, an exciting new business planning workshop NNBN are running with Rupert and Angela and details of other events they are running.

To learn more about his business, visit https://oakham.actioncoach.co.uk/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383

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26min
February 06, 2024 Episode 19 - Chris Smith from the Royal & Derngate joins us to talk about what's happening and future events
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by ⁠Poppy Design Studio⁠.
Chris Smith, Development Manager from the Royal & Derngate join us to talk about what's happening and what's coming up as the iconic venue in Northampton celebrates it's 40th season.
Listen to Chris and Simon talking about how businesses can support the theatre, what's coming up and some exciting prizes in the auction taking place THIS WEEK!
To learn more information, visit ⁠https://www.royalandderngate.co.uk/⁠
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383

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26min
February 05, 2024 Episode 18 - Debbie Houghton from Tresham College, part of The Bedford College Group talks about Apprenticeships
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Debbie Houghton joins us to talk about The Bedford College Group's offering when it comes to Apprenticeships.

Did you know you can recruit your own people and then introduce them to the College to enter into an Apprenticeship ? Have a listen to find out how on this podcast with Debbie who is a former Apprentice herself!

To learn more information, visit ⁠https://bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk/study/apprenticeships/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383

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27min
February 04, 2024 Episode 17 - Martin Traynor OBE, Small Business Crown Representative joins us to talk about the Procurement Act 2023
Based at the Cabinet Office in London, Martin works with government departments to help make procurement policies, practises, and procedures simpler for SMEs to navigate. He also works with SMEs to encourage them to think about pitching for both central government contracts and other opportunities across the wider public sector.

Martin has extensive experience in the leisure and hospitality sector, following a successful career in hotel management. In
2001 Martin decided to change career to take up the role of Group Chief Executive of the Leicestershire Chamber of Commerce (including CEO of Business Link, Leicestershire).

After leaving the Chamber in 2014, he set up his own consultancy business which he combines with several key Non-Executive
roles.

In the 2007, Martin was awarded an OBE in HM The Queen’s New Year’s Honours for “Services to business and the community of the East Midlands”.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail ⁠[email protected]⁠ or call us on 01536 648383.
For more information about NNBN visit ⁠https://nnbn.co.uk⁠

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29min
February 02, 2024 Episode 16 - Have you heard of the Franklins Solicitors £50 Challenge ? LISTEN HERE!
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Rosanna Stimson from Franklins Solicitors LLP joins us, along with Dean Jones from the Northamptonshire Community Foundation and Nina Gandy from Cynthia Spencer to talk about why businesses should get involved in the Franklins £50 Challenge which starts on 20th February.

You can hear what it means to Franklins Solicitors who have created the challenge and both the charities involved.

To learn more about his business, visit ⁠https://franklins50.co.uk/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383

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23min
February 01, 2024 Episode 15 - Jonathan Hill from Freelance Credit Control talks about the importance of cashflow and credit control
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Jonathan Hill joins us to talk about what he does, his business and the importance of cashflow and credit control.

You can hear Jonathan talking about his experience, why credit control is important and how he builds relationships with the people he works with to help collect their cash.
To learn more about his business, visit https://freelancecreditcontrol.com/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383

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25min
January 30, 2024 Episode 14 - Sunny Singh from the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce talks to us about the Northamptonshire Business Exhibition
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Sunny Singh, Group Commercial Director of the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce, joins us to talk to Simon about the forthcoming Northamptonshire Business Exhibition taking place at Wicksteed Park on Friday 8th March.

Entry is free and you'll be able to engage with local businesses, network, learn and connect at the exhibition.

For further information, visit https://northants-chamber.co.uk
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383

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11min
January 27, 2024 Episode 13 - Liz Barclay, the Small Business Commissioner, talks about late payments and what her office are doing to reduce late payments
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Liz Barclay, the Small Business Commissioner, talks to Simon about late payments, how they cause problems with business cashflow, her national role and how small businesses can sign the Prompt Payment Code.

To learn more about signing the Prompt Payment Code (which is free), click here: https://www.smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/ppc/
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383
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24min
January 26, 2024 Episode 12 - Dean Jones talks about the impact being made by the Northamptonshire Community Foundation in the County
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Dean Jones talks to Simon about the Northamptonshire Community Foundation and the impact being made across the County with the support they give.
Dean talks about Corporate Giving Network and more on the podcast including the Franklins £50 challenge.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail [email protected] or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit https://nnbn.co.uk

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28min
January 19, 2024 Episode 11 - Talking with Kevin Hollinrake MP, Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business
Welcome to the exciting NNBN Podcast channel sponsored by Poppy Design Studio.
Listen to Kevin Hollinrake MP, the Minister for Enterprise, Markets and Small Business talking to us about his visit to Northamptonshire last year, what businesses can expect this year and start up loans available for small businesses starting their business journey.
If you would like to be a guest on the podcast channel, e-mail ⁠[email protected]⁠ or call us on 01536 648383
For more information about NNBN visit ⁠https://nnbn.co.uk⁠

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36min

FAQs about NNBN Podcast:

How many episodes does NNBN Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 70 episodes available.