22 episodes

A podcast series hosted by Wendy Austin and brought to you by Ulster University Business School. Taking a deep dive into the world of business in Northern Ireland, Wendy explores key themes and the latest research in business today with a host of dynamic business leaders, industry experts and leading academics. Through thought leadership, stories and conversations this podcast offers valuable insights and guidance on topics such as leadership, future of work, skills, resilience, innovation and entrepreneurship. Make sure you subscribe to the series wherever you get your podcasts and keep an eye on Ulster University Business School’s social media channels for updates.

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A podcast series hosted by Wendy Austin and brought to you by Ulster University Business School. Taking a deep dive into the world of business in Northern Ireland, Wendy explores key themes and the latest research in business today with a host of dynamic business leaders, industry experts and leading academics. Through thought leadership, stories and conversations this podcast offers valuable insights and guidance on topics such as leadership, future of work, skills, resilience, innovation and entrepreneurship. Make sure you subscribe to the series wherever you get your podcasts and keep an eye on Ulster University Business School’s social media channels for updates.

    S4: Episode 3 | Wellbeing at Work: Building Healthier Workplaces

    S4: Episode 3 | Wellbeing at Work: Building Healthier Workplaces

    Wendy sits down with Professor Catherine Ross, Chief Scientific Officer, Scottish Government and Non-Executive Director Belfast Health and Social Care Trust, Greg McCann, Executive Director of FinTrU North West and Dr Shirley Barrett, Acting Head of Department of Global Business and Enterprise, Ulster University Business School to examine the latest trends influencing health and wellbeing in business, and how companies can create healthier, more supportive work environments. This episode was ...

    • 1 hr 2 min
    S4: Episode 2 | AI in Business: Balancing Mind and Machine

    S4: Episode 2 | AI in Business: Balancing Mind and Machine

    Artificial Intelligence is quickly becoming a common thread in our daily life, revolutionising how we work, live, and interact. Wendy Austin sits down with leading academics and industry experts to explore how AI is transforming industries, and the challenges and opportunities that it presents to business.

    • 53 min
    S4: Episode 1 | Entrepreneurship: A local and global perspective

    S4: Episode 1 | Entrepreneurship: A local and global perspective

    Stimulating entrepreneurship remains an important challenge for Northern Ireland. In this episode, the first in a brand new series, former BBC broadcaster and journalist Wendy Austin is joined by a diverse panel of experts; Marie Doyle, Partner, Deloitte, Mat Hunter, Co-CEO, Plus X and Tim Mescon, Visiting Professor, Ulster University Business School, for an insightful discussion on the topic. You will hear from a diverse panel of experts who will discuss the topic of entrepreneurship in...

    • 47 min
    S3: Episode 6 | Skill Up for the Future

    S3: Episode 6 | Skill Up for the Future

    In this episode, we explore how SKILL UP, a fully funded skills programme, is helping thousands of people across Northern Ireland take their career and business to the next level – featuring Graeme Wilkinson, Director of Skills, Department for the Economy, Joanne Ferguson, Director, CME Group, Emer Maguire, award-winning Musical Comedian and Sean O Fithcheallaigh, Design Engineer, Sensata Technologies. (Panel event and podcast recording)

    • 43 min
    S3: Episode 5 | Leading the Charge for Business Sustainability

    S3: Episode 5 | Leading the Charge for Business Sustainability

    In this episode, we hear best practice and guidance from leading experts and practitioners on the front line of sustainable business in Northern Ireland - featuring Chris Martin, Head of Sustainability UK, Danske Bank, Brian Reid, CEO, Deli lites and Lynsey Hollywood, Senior Lecturer at Ulster University Business School.

    • 39 min
    S3: Episode 4 | Empowering Talent

    S3: Episode 4 | Empowering Talent

    Accessing and keeping the right talent is one of the most challenging issues currently facing businesses today. Join our special guests to explore the strategies leaders can use to build more engaged and energised workforces. Featuring René Carayol MBE, globally recognised keynote speaker and executive coach, Caroline van der Feltz, HR Director, Danske Bank, and Judith Wylie, Senior Lecturer, Ulster University Business School.

    • 38 min

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