Burnley

Stephen Kelly is the Operations Director at HycAero, and Amber Baber is a Themis Award-winning degree apprentice at the company. HycAero is well-known for its outstanding apprenticeship culture – they don’t just hire apprentices, they mentor them, support them, and help them thrive. If you’re considering taking on apprentices – or you’ve already hired some and thought, “What the heck am I doing?” – this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration. 

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If you run a business or have a bold idea with a real wow-factor, this podcast is for you. Rory Southworth leads Fhunded Angels, a network that connects ambitious founders with forward-thinking funders. Rory’s journey is anything but typical – from being a brand ambassador for Salomon and Speedo, to working in events and supporting multiple start-ups, his experience makes for a fascinating and insightful listen.

If you love burgers, you probably know Ellis’s. Based in Burnley town centre, the restaurant has become a regional favourite – but success hasn’t come without its hurdles. Founder Kyle Ellis shares the story behind the business, how it’s evolved, and how he’s navigating the current challenges facing the hospitality industry.

Zoe Clough is the founder and director of Elevated Socials, a social media marketing agency for “founders and brands ready to grow online with clarity, consistency and confidence.” In this episode, Zoe shares her top social media tips, along with the highs and lows of building a business in an ever-changing digital world.

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Justine Bedford is the award-winning landlady of The Royal Dyche in Burnley – quite literally one of the best pubs in the UK (she’s been named Licensee of the Year by the British Institute of Innkeeping!). The pub’s now-famous origin story has featured in countless articles and broadcasts, but we’re talking to Justine about evolution. With this year’s Business Week theme of ‘learning, growing and evolving’, there’s no one better to share insights into how her venue has transformed over the last decade. 

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