Anchor: Filling the Crucial Gap in Older People's Care and Housing
In this episode of Fit For Purpose, our host Anne Milton sits down with Sarah Jones, representing Anchor, the largest provider of social housing for older people in England. Sarah highlights how Anchor goes beyond traditional care services, focusing on independent living, housing support, and community well-being.
Bonus Episode: FindMyPurpose with Abbie Urquhart Arnold
Discover the powerful connection between purpose, passion, and career goals as we sit down with Abbie Urquhart Arnold from Newcastle University.
Fostering a Positive Work Culture: A Conversation with Travelodge's Head of People Services
Justine Greening interviews Lynne Hookway, Head of People services at Travelodge. They discuss Travelodge's initiatives for employee well-being, career progression, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and their focus on social mobility as part of the Purpose Coalition.
Bonus Episode: FindMyPurpose with Ria Jain
What drives you to choose a career path, and how do you find the perfect organisational fit? Join us in this engaging episode as we chat with Ria, a passionate Masters student in Project Management at the University of Northampton. Ria shares her journey from studying marketing to project management and how her experiences as an international student have shaped her priorities when it comes to choosing an employer.
Understanding Communities: Sodexo's Approach to Meeting True Needs
Justine Greening discusses the importance of thinking ahead and investing in young talent with guest Angela Halliday. They delve into Sodexo's commitment to social impact, sustainability, diversity, and creating a positive difference in communities.
The Friday Take Episode 3
Join Matthew McPherson and Nick Forbes in this week's episode of Fit For Purpose as they discuss the bold missions, green energy transition, and the importance of cross-party collaboration in UK politics. Don't miss out on the insights and analysis that will leave you feeling informed and inspired.
The Friday Take Episode 2
Join hosts Matthew McPherson and Nick Forbes in the latest episode of Fit For Purpose's Friday Take as they delve into the pressing issues of government reform, railway nationalization, by-election surprises, clean air zones, party conferences, reshuffling, and the power of fear and hope in political campaigns
Episode 92: Money with Meaning: Conversations with Virgin Money's Chief Purpose Officer
This week on the Fit for Purpose podcast, Justine is joined by James Peirson - General Counsel & Chief Purpose Officer at Virgin Money.
Episode 91: Professor Graeme Atherton
On this week's podcast Justine is joined by Professor Graeme Atherton
Episode 90: Driving access to opportunity with Sean Haley
On this week's podcast Justine is joined by Sean Haley, Chief Executive Officer at Sodexo UK & Ireland.
Episode 89: Giving back with Tracy Damestani
On the latest episode of the Fit For Purpose podcast, Tracy Damestani, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer at Ambassadeurs Group, talks to guest host Lord Walney about the Group's ambition to give back to society.
Episode 88: A local perspective on levelling up with Cllr Louise McKinlay
Cllr Louise McKinlay, Deputy Leader of Essex County Council, speaks with Nick Forbes about the challenges and achievements of being the first county in the UK to adopt a Levelling Up approach.
Episode 87: Boosting broadcasting across the nation with Sinead Rocks
This week on the Fit For Purpose podcast, Justine is joined by Sinead Rocks, Managing Director for Nations & Regions at Channel 4.
Episode 86: Celebrating 10 years of apprenticeships at Amazon with Nicola Drury.
On the latest episode of the Fit For Purpose podcast, Justine Greening is joined by Nicola Drury, UK apprenticeships manager at Amazon.
Episode 85: Propelling social mobility with Clive Higgins
As we celebrate national apprenticeship week, Justine Greening talks to the Interim Chair and CEO of Leonardo UK, Clive Higgins.
Episode 84: Leading the charge with Tim Mortlock
This week on the Fit For Purpose podcast Justine Greening is joined by Tim Mortlock, CEO of SMS Plc.
Episode 83: Future proofing energy with Chris O’shea
This week on the Fit For Purpose podcast Justine is joined by Chief Executive Officer at Centrica, Chris O’shea.
Episode 82: Priorities for the higher education sector with Professor Martin Jones
On the latest episode of the Fit For Purpose podcast Justine is joined by Professor Martin Jones, Vice-Chancellor at Staffordshire University. They discuss the priorities for the higher education sector over the next few years, including its micro-credential approach to learning.