by OxLEP
Welcome to OxTalks, powered by OxLEP. OxTalks is your partner in tackling business challenges and achieving your goals, giving an insight into the great work that OxLEP does to support local organisations and communities. OxTalks host Howard Bentham talks to successful leaders from Oxfordshire and beyond to hear their advice to help your business flourish.
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November 25, 2024
OxLEP's Howard Bentham explores flexible working with Helen Wright of 9-2-3 Jobs and Rob Panting, discussing its impact on productivity, wellbeing, and businesses in Oxfordshire.
November 11, 2024
<p>Equality, diversity and inclusion are often grouped together and have become a buzzword in the workplace. However, each term comes with its nuances and challenges.</p><p> </p><p>Many organisations have a strong commitment to ED&I, but what do they actually do to ensure each area is covered? How can businesses embrace diversity in the workplace, while making it an equal and inclusive environment?</p><p> </p><p>In this episode of OxTalks, powered by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP), host Howard Bentham is joined by Laura Ayoade, the first ever Equity, Diversity & Inclusion lead at Aston Martin.</p><p> </p><p>With a varied career path starting in hip hop dance to getting a master’s in international human rights law, being a performing arts teacher, and becoming an ED&I specialist, Laura is passionate about civil rights and international humanitarian law.</p><p> </p><p>Laura shares her thoughts on how businesses can embrace ED&I, the benefits it brings, and how to foster an environment where all employees feel valued and listened to. </p><p> </p><p>OxLEP’s Communications Executive, Leona Weston, joins the discussion to share the support that OxLEP can offer to help small businesses looking to embrace ED&I.</p><p></p><ul><li>(00:00) - Introduction to OxTalks</li> <li>(03:56) - Laura's Career and Insights on ED&I</li> <li>(11:16) - Challenges and Strategies in ED&I</li> <li>(21:41) - Aston Martin's ED&I Initiatives</li> <li>(42:54) - OxLEP's Role and Support for Businesses</li> <li>(53:45) - Future of ED&I in the Automotive Industry</li> <li>(01:00:16) - Final Thoughts and Advice</li> <li>(01:02:25) - Conclusion and Podcast Information</li> </ul><p> </p><p>OxTalks is recorded at the <a href="https://www.oxfordpodcaststudio.co.uk/">Oxford Podcast Studio</a> by <a href="https://www.storyninetyfour.com/">Story Ninety-Four</a>.</p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.oxlepbusiness.co.uk/">Find out what support is available to your business via OxLEP Business</a> </p><p> <br> <a href="https://www.astonmartin.com/en-gb">Learn more about Aston Martin</a></p><p> <br></p><p>OxLEP: <br> <br> As the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP), it is our role to champion Oxfordshire’s economic potential, acting as a catalyst and convener to drive a dynamic, sustainable and growing economy. </p><p> </p><p>Our vision is for Oxfordshire to be a vibrant and inclusive world-leading economy – driven by innovation, enterprise, collaboration and research excellence. </p><p> </p><p>Our work has made a significant impact, helping to create favourable conditions for economic growth in Oxfordshire. We provide support for hundreds of businesses and communities in the county, supporting their desire to grow and attract the best talent locally, nationally and internationally.</p><p><br><a href="https://www.oxfordshirelep.com/">Visit our website</a> <br> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/oxfordshire-local-enterprise-partnership-oxlep-/">Follow us on LinkedIn</a> <br> <a href="https://x.com/oxfordshirelep">Follow us on X @oxfordshireLEP</a> <br> <a href="https://www.oxfordshirelep.com/business-support-tool">Learn more about the OxLEP Business Support Tool</a> </p>
October 28, 2024
<p>In England, 1.5 million people work in social care in 1.2 million full time equivalent roles. To cope with demand, an extra 440,000 roles will be needed by 2035. So, how will the care sector cope now and in the future? How can staff retention be improved, and new people upskilled?</p><p> </p><p>In this episode of OxTalks, powered by the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP), host Howard Bentham is joined by Amrit Dhaliwal, Chief Executive of Walfinch, and Kam Gill, Managing Director at Walfinch Oxfordshire.</p><p> </p><p>Walfinch is a thriving and successful company providing bespoke, high-quality care at home to individuals and families across the UK. They run a franchise model that has won national accolades being named Best for Day Care Expertise at the recent Home Care Awards.</p><p> </p><p>On a mission to redefine home care and franchising for the sector, Amrit started Walfinch in 2019. Building the business up from scratch, Walfinch now has over 40 locations spanning across the nation. His sister Kam later joined the business and heads up the Oxfordshire division.</p><p> </p><p>Amrit and Kam share their thoughts on the key challenges facing the care sector and solutions to these – such as retaining talent through building a skilled and trusted workforce and encouraging retention by adapting to the needs and expertise of the team.</p><p> </p><p>They are joined by OxLEP’s Apprenticeship Advisor, Leah Bryan, who discusses the valuable work that OxLEP does to redistribute funds from large apprenticeship levy paying businesses in the county to smaller businesses with less resources available, to help cover training costs.</p><p> </p><p>OxTalks is recorded at the Oxford studios of <a href="https://www.storyninetyfour.com/">Story Ninety-Four</a>.</p><p> </p><p><a href="https://www.oxlepbusiness.co.uk/">Find out what support is available to your business via OxLEP Business</a> </p><p> <br><a href="https://walfinch.com/">Learn more about Walfinch</a></p><p> </p><p>OxLEP: <br> <br> As the Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP), it is our role to champion Oxfordshire’s economic potential, acting as a catalyst and convener to drive a dynamic, sustainable and growing economy. </p><p> </p><p>Our vision is for Oxfordshire to be a vibrant and inclusive world-leading economy – driven by innovation, enterprise, collaboration and research excellence. </p><p> </p><p>Our work has made a significant impact, helping to create favourable conditions for economic growth in Oxfordshire. We provide support for hundreds of businesses and communities in the county, supporting their desire to grow and attract the best talent locally, nationally and internationally.</p><p><br><a href="https://www.oxfordshirelep.com/">Visit our website</a> <br> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/oxfordshire-local-enterprise-partnership-oxlep-/">Follow us on LinkedIn</a> <br> <a href="https://x.com/oxfordshirelep">Follow us on X @oxfordshireLEP</a> <br> <a href="https://www.oxfordshirelep.com/business-support-tool">Learn more about the OxLEP Business Support Tool</a> </p>
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