Northern Business Podcast

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Nov 2026

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Welcome to the Northern Business Podcast. Each week we talk to people active in business and the economy about the big issues driving growth in the North of England.

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November 5, 202627 min

The Entrepreneur's Toolbox: Trade, Growth and Support

Welcome to the Northern Business podcast, hosted by Graham Robb. On this edition we are joined by Ben Cottam from Cottam brush, established in 1854 it is one of the oldest manufacturing firms in the North of England, and its still in the hands of the family that founded it. A new entrepreneur is Chitty Gaddam founder of CHITS Global Trade, a India–UK based import–export company connecting reliable manufacturers in India with distributors, wholesalers and retailers across Europe, the UK, Middle East and Africa And last but not least is Elaine Stroud, CEO of Entrepreneurs Forum, a trusted private community for North East entrepreneurs with over 350 members, it offers a comprehensive toolbox of support to help business owners throughout their journeys.

October 30, 20269 min

The Budget Hot Take

Recorded live at Active Chartered Financial Planners, immediately after the budget was delivered, our host Graham Robb is joined by a panel of business leaders to analyse what the budget means for businesses. On the panel are Sharon Lane from Tees Components, Jane Reynolds MBE from Tees Valley Business Club, and Karl Pemberton from Active Chartered Financial Planners.

October 22, 202627 min

How Three Women Are Building the Next Generation of British Businesses

Welcome to the Northern Business podcast, hosted by Graham Robb. On this edition we are joined by three women entrepreneurs from the North of England, they have one thing in common: they have innovated in a long-established trades. Amy Mooney has raised private finance for her firm Mutha Cover, which provides service plans and advice for owners of heat pumps. Christi Anderson is a serial entrepreneur, her business Surghive is providing essential training for surgeons before they use new robots to operate on patients. And Alison McGee is the co-owner of Durata, an electrical technology firm that is providing the essential power installations for bigger users of electricity, from factories to data centres. The podcast is produced by Recognition PR which publicises some of the best firms in the North of England, some occasionally appear on the pod. We are sponsored by Vertu Motors, as one of one of the largest automotive retailer groups in the UK it offers both new and used cars, vans and motorcycles nationwide. It also has an award-winning fleet team, who can support businesses that operate fleets of 25 or more vehicles.

October 9, 202633 min

The Trust Economy: Privacy, Purpose and Planning for the Future

Welcome to the Northern Business Podcast. This podcast is a regular discussion with people who lead businesses, employ people and have new ideas to help our economy grow. The Northern Business Podcast is produced by Recognition PR, which serves businesses in different sectors across the country, some of which occasionally contribute. We are sponsored by Vertu Motors plc, one of the top automotive retailers in the UK, with a network of dealerships representing some of the world’s most popular brands. Joining us this week are three guests with very different perspectives on business and its role in our lives. Aaron Barnes-Wilding runs Barnveil, a digital privacy company based in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle. With a background in private investigation, Aaron helps people uncover the hidden information about them online and understand the risks it can create. Bianca Robinson is chief executive of CEO Sleepout, the charity that brings business leaders together to raise funds to tackle homelessness. Based in Saltburn-by-the-Sea, Bianca campaigns for businesses to use their influence to strengthen communities and create positive change. And Karl Pemberton is managing director of Active Chartered Financial Planners. With a background in private and investment banking, Karl helps business owners and individuals plan their financial futures, alongside leading the firm’s strategy and client experience.

September 24, 202626 min

Space Tech, Property and Growth: What's Happening in County Durham?

We are discussing business in County Durham one of the largest Counties in the North of England, in fact in the country. It has traditional industrial areas, historic cities, a rural economy and an increasing high tech industry involving space and defence. We are joined by three people with knowledge of different aspects of the County Durham economy Kerry Walker runs Business, which is the business support service for Durham County Council. Imad Ali is a new kid on the block, his Aykley Developments is already making an impact with the development of new hospitality venues, residential properties and accommodation in the county. And Dr David Cliff has mentored and coached SME businesses throughout the North East foer many years, he is based in Durham and bring a unique perspective the problems facing the entrepreneur led businesses that are trying to grow and prosper.

September 10, 202627 min

Why This Yorkshire Firm Chose Staff Over Millions From Investors

Welcome to this edition of the Northern Business podcast on this edition We meet two of the directors of a long-standing manufacturing business in Leeds. This form is distinguished by the fact it is owned by its employees. How did they buy it from the founders and what has made it successful as an employee-owned firm. Its called Union Industries and its Chairman and managing director are joining me in the studio. As it’s the first episode after a long hot summer we’ll start by taking the temperature of the economy with Andrew Haley of Active Chartered Financial Planners. Before all that we wanted to thank you, the viewers this is our 200th episode and we have now entered the top 50 UK Business podcast as ranked by Pod watch. We want to feature any private sector business in the North Of England. If you want to appear get in touch via LinkedIn. The podcast is produced by Recognition PR which publicises some of the best firms in the North of England, some occasionally appear on the pod. We are sponsored by Vertu Motors, as one of one of the largest automotive retailer groups in the UK it offers both new and used cars, vans and motorcycles nationwide. It also has an award-winning fleet team , who can support businesses that operate fleets of 25 or more vehicles.

July 2, 202631 min

End of Term Special

It's our last episode before our summer break! Today we are talking about the current property market, considering how to protect your firm from ransom attacks and asking, are you confident enough to speak in public to promote your firm. We're joined by Ben Quaintrell, Henry Kibberidge and Kate Rand.

June 18, 202628 min

How is the North powering electrification? LIVE from Vertu BMW Sunderland

In this special episode live from Vertu BMW Sunderland, we have a chat with Vertu Motors CEO Robert Forrester about possible changes to the ZEV mandate, and we have a panel discussion about the electrification infrastructure in the North. We hear from Stewart Dickson from Weardale Lithium, Miranda Jupp from Tees Valley Lithium, Iain Young from Turntide Technologies and Jeff Aynsley from Vertu Motors.

June 4, 202625 min

How Can Business Adapt With Changing Regulations?

Welcome to the Northern Business Podcast, a regular discussion with people who lead businesses, employ people and have new ideas to help our economy grow. The Northern Business Podcast is produced by Recognition PR, which serves businesses in different sectors across the country, some of which occasionally contribute. We are sponsored by Vertu Motors plc, one of the top automotive retailers in the UK, with a network of dealerships representing some of the world’s most popular brands. Our host is Graham Robb and today he is joined by Tony Stein, a care sector operator, he runs numerous care homes and a care home management firm, Health Care Management Solutions, Stephen Patterson who runs the Newcastle Business Improvement District NE1, he has seen at first hand how the nighttime economy in his city is having to be nimble under growing cost pressures. And Alice Woods, she works in one of the world’s oldest businesses – SHOW businesses. A few years ago she bought the most famous and successful male strip show in UK history – The Dreamboys. But even this interesting and fun business has become victim to the law of unintended consequences following the introduction of the Online Safety Act. If you’d like to join us as a guest on Northern Business Podcast, feel free to get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Join us next time on the Northern Business Podcast.

May 22, 202621 min

How do we make the North a better place to live, work and do business?

Welcome to the Northern Business Podcast, a regular discussion with people who lead businesses, employ people and have new ideas to help our economy grow. The Northern Business Podcast is produced by Recognition PR, which serves businesses in different sectors across the country, some of which occasionally contribute. We are sponsored by Vertu Motors plc, one of the top automotive retailers in the UK, with a network of dealerships representing some of the world’s most popular brands. Our host is Graham Robb and today we are discussing the way money is attracted to transforming towns and cities in the North of England. We're joined by Michelle Percy, chief Executive of Develop North who has more than 30 years of senior leadership including at Newcastle City Council, where she played a leading role in building public-private partnerships and attracting inward investment. We also preview the forthcoming MakeUK national manufacturing expo which is about to happen in Sedgefield, with Dawn Huntrod, Regional Director of Make UK And we talk about what businesses need to do now the Employment Rights act is law with HR specialist Rob Heerin. If you’d like to join us as a guest on Northern Business Podcast, feel free to get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Join us next time on the Northern Business Podcast.

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