SHMA Talks
Listen now to one of our informative and inspiring SHMA Talks. Each episode covers a different issue or thought leadership topic aimed to motivate, engage and inspire the leaders of today and tomorrow. Taking the form of interviews, conversations, panel discussions, live Q&As and debates, you can hear from national and local disruptors, industry experts, entertaining and motivational speakers, as well as Shakespeare Martineau leaders and rising stars.
Episodes
13 episodes
Responsible business – finding the “sweet spot”
In our latest SHMA Talks, our CEO Sarah Walker-Smith will be hosting a discussion on the key issues shaping the sustainability agenda, what it means to be “responsible” in the current climate, and where can we add more value in a non-traditiona...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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29:09
Pride and prejudice - overcoming discrimination in entrepreneurship | SHMA Talks
Three inspiring leaders, David Sobo,
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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35:14
Shaping the future for Birmingham - Clive Read joined by Neil Rami | SHMA Talks
Clive Read, head of our Birmingham office, was in conversation with Neil Rami, Chief Executive of the
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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38:09
Leading five generations in business | SHMA Talks
In this episode of SHMA Talks, our CEO Sarah Walker-Smith is in conversation with Henrietta Brealey – CEO of the Greater Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and Ninder Johal - CEO of Nachural Group, business leaders who manage, motivate and support ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:17
One Year On | SHMA Talks
In this episode of SHMA Talks, our CEO Sarah Walker-Smith is in conversation with some of the UK’s most influential leaders reflecting on the past year, the impact on our economy and communities, and what we might expect in the future.T...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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39:02
Is the future bright, or bleak for the legal sector? | SHMA Talks
Experts from legal and finance sectors discuss the complications caused by the Covid crisis. What are the common characteristics of successful legal firms and is the future bright, or bleak, for the legal market?This episode was recorde...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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52:32
Sparking the debate of diversity in utilities | SHMA Talks
Leaders in energy and utilities discuss the issues of diversity and inclusion within the industry; what lessons can be learned from other sectors and what are the opportunities and barriers as a result of Covid-19?This episode was recor...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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47:48
Myth of the female leader | SHMA Talks
Reports show female-led countries are handling the Covid-19 crisis better, but is this simply down to gender?CEO Sarah Walker-Smith debates whether the myth is fact or fiction with a panel of experienced leaders.This episode was...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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40:28
100 Days of lockdown | SHMA Talks
Tuesday 30 June marked 100 days since the UK entered lockdown. Sarah Walker-Smith and economics Professors Baback Yazdani and Abhinay Muthoo discuss the current state of the UK economy and where businesses go from here.This episode was ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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36:08
Maintaining a positive work culture beyond lockdown | SHMA Talks
In this episode of SHMA Talks, our chief marketing and people officer Ben Buckton will be in conversation with Sara Burks - director of...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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34:48
Baback Yazdani in conversation with Sarah Walker-Smith | SHMA Talks
We interview Professor Baback Yazdani, Dean of Nottingham Business School, to get his expert view on the effects of the pandemic on the business community and the wider ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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28:58
Make or break: Leadership in times of crisis - Ben Buckton and Smita Jamdar | SHMA Talks
The response from leaders and managers in times of crisis will be remembered for years to come.In this episode of SHMA Talks, chief marketing and people officer, Ben Buckton, will...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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34:56