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  • 45. “We lost 11 million in one month!”: What Hays Travel did to go from crisis to smashing £3 Billion | Dame Irene Hays
    Dame Irene Hays built Hays Travel with her husband John, growing it from a small counter at the back of a babywear shop into the UK’s largest independent travel agency with 512 branches nationwide. Along the way, she navigated major industry shifts, acquired the legendary Thomas Cook brand, founded the Hays Travel Foundation, and built a leading apprenticeship programme that now employs hundreds of apprentices. But this isn't come without massive hurdles, heartbreak and sheer determination to turn crisis into a success. In this week’s episode of All About Business, Irene shares the leadership principles and bold decisions behind her success. She reveals how she scaled without outside investors, why she risked everything to save thousands of jobs at Thomas Cook, and how she rebuilt stronger than ever after COVID-19 brought global travel to a standstill.Irene also explores the “soft infrastructure” behind Hays Travel’s five star customer experience and why apprenticeships and investing in young talent are central to her long term vision.Check out Hays Travel’s websiteFollow Hays Travel on LinkedIn: Start your free trial at Reed.ai NOW!Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk
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  • 44. Should you hire ex offenders? Reed's report is here and the verdict is in! | Alex Head
    Reed's Report: Employer Attitudes to Hiring People with Criminal ConvictionsResettling into society after prison is a huge challenge — especially when employers are reluctant to hire people with a criminal record. Too often, talented individuals are overlooked, leaving skills and potential untapped, and making them far more likely to reoffend. In this episode, we dive into the findings of the latest REED report; "Employer attitudes to employing people with criminal convictions.”, and its findings. The report reveals a concerning trend where one in five employers would not consider a candidate with a conviction at all, and the willingness to hire individuals with criminal records has dropped sharply across various offenses.We’re joined by Alex Head, the owner and founder of Social Pantry, a leading independent catering company known for its work with prison leavers.Alex shares her journey from starting a sandwich delivery service as a teenager, to building Social Pantry into a leading employer of prison leavers in the hospitality industry. She provides practical insight into the successes and challenges of this great work, demonstrating how giving people a second chance can lead to a compelling and persuasive workforce.This is an essential listen for any business leader looking to build a resilient and socially conscious company and challenge the stigma of employing ex-offenders.Timecodes:04:18 Social Pantry's business model and success06:14 Challenges and support for hiring prison leavers13:09 The role of charities and probation services23:39 Employment boards and training opportunities29:58 Empathy and communication in the workplace34:45 Challenges and benefits of hiring prison leavers38:31 Addressing employer hesitations44:06 Success Stories and Future PlansIf you are interested in supporting prison leavers back into employment and joining Social Pantry's working group, please email [email protected] James Reed on LinkedInFollow Alex Head on LinkedinCheck out Social Pantry’s website Check out Key4Life’s websiteStart your free trial at Reed.ai NOW!All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk
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  • 43. Can we save the post-covid schooling crisis with THIS AI tool? | Phillippa De’Ath
    Education is changing fast, and the old ways of running learning institutes are no longer working. Philippa De’Ath set out to solve this when she co-founded Arbor Education, a platform designed to shift the focus of teachers away from admin work and back to what matters most: the students.In this week’s episode of All About Business, Philippa shares how she and her co-founder built a mission-driven company that is both profitable and has a significant social impact. She reveals the secrets to scaling in a complex, highly regulated industry, from automating routine tasks with AI, to empowering educators with real-time data and insights.Philippa breaks down what it takes to turn a passion for impact into a sustainable enterprise. She unpacks the challenges of scaling, the importance of listening to end users, and how to keep your purpose at the core while building a business that delivers both explosive growth and positive change.Whether you're starting a company or looking for a mission-driven strategy that actually works, Philippa's journey is packed with practical insights you can borrow and scale.01:03 The Mission and Impact of Arbor Education02:14 Understanding Arbor's Management Information System03:03 The Growth and Success of Arbor Education06:07 The Role of AI and Cloud in Modern Education13:23 Encouraging Entrepreneurship in Schools20:40 Philippa's Journey: From IBM to Founding Schools25:06 Reflecting on the Journey25:32 Building a School from Scratch26:15 Opening the Schools26:43 Challenges and Growth27:59 Founding Arbor Education31:44 Expanding Arbor's Reach34:38 Improving School Efficiency39:55 Future Ambitions and ReflectionsCheck out Arbor Education’s website: Follow Arbor Education on LinkedIn: Follow James Reed on LinkedInStart your free trial at Reed.ai NOW! All About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at Reed.com This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo-media.co.uk
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  • 5 top summer takeaways you should hear to grow your business - Part 2
    Fresh from the holidays? Here are 5 top summer takeaways to get you inspired and ready for September. In this special bonus episode of All about Business, we’ve handpicked some of the most valuable insights from our incredible podcast guests. Since launching last October, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the powerful journeys, lessons, and strategies from some of the most successful entrepreneurs out there. We talk about:Redefining self and creativity with an ADHD diagnosisStaying true to your business venture with no turnover in the first yearsThe future of customer serviceTesting ideas to build a brand carefullyThe link between marketing and cashflow Timecodes: 00:00 - Intro00:27 - Takeaway 6 Alex Partridge05:23 - Takeaway 7 Byron Dixon09:16 - Takeaway 8 Todd Unger12:10 - Takeaway 9 Kiki McDonough15:37 - Takeaway 10 David MitchellLinks:Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: Reed.comStart your 28 day free trial at Reed.ai NOW! This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo Media
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  • 5 top summer takeaways you should hear to grow your business - Part 1
    Fresh from the holidays? Here are 5 top summer takeaways to get you inspired and ready for September. In this special bonus episode of All about Business, we’ve handpicked some of the most valuable insights from our incredible podcast guests. Since launching last October, we’ve had the privilege of hearing the powerful journeys, lessons, and strategies from some of the most successful entrepreneurs out there. Timecodes:00:00 - Intro00:27 - Takeaway 1 Rob Moore03:20 - Takeaway 2 Neil Clifford08:05 - Takeaway 3 Michelle Kennedy11:18 - Takeaway 4 Nicola Reed14:02 - Takeaway 5 Reggie HeyworthLinks:Follow James Reed on LinkedInAll About Business is brought to you by Reed Global. Learn more at: Reed.comStart your 28 day free trial at Reed.ai NOW! This podcast was co-produced by Reed Global and Flamingo Media. If you’d like to create a chart-topping podcast to elevate your brand, visit Flamingo Media
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About James Reed: all about business

'James Reed: all about business' puts you at the heart of fun, dynamic, candid conversation with business leaders, philanthropists and charitable celebrities as they use their journeys to give clear, actionable advice. Hosted by James Reed CBE, the Chairman and CEO of Reed Group, you’ll hear the highs and lows of what it means to be a true business leader to empower you to implement smarter, more meaningful strategy in your business or career.
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