Let's Talk South Coast Podcast
Welcome to Let's Talk South Coast Podcast! We're on a mission to help investors, landlords, occupiers, operators and service providers on the South Coast of England - across Hampshire and Dorset to see the opportunity that exists when we work collaboratively and highlight just why the South Coast is the place to invest. This podcast is about discussing all things property and Real Estate. We'll be covering topics like what makes the South Coast the best place to live and work, finding out what great things are being created on our doorstep and discussing the key ingredients of success on the South Coast. Join our host Nella Pang, a chartered surveyor with 20 year experience in Real Estate, as she dives into what the pandemic has taught us about how to do business. Nella supports businesses to navigate the complexities of Commercial Real Estate and ensures that their business objectives are aligned with their property decisions. New episodes of Let's Talk South Coast will air every Wednesday. Do subscribe for updates to this podcast, and don't forget to leave us a 5* rating and a review on iTunes. Get in touch with Nella by email: nella@omega-re.co.uk
Episodes
29 episodes
The Greenways Business Park Limited Edition Series - Innovation in Place: Life Sciences, Cyber Security & Flexible Growth Spaces
In this special edition of the Let’s Talk South Coast podcast, recorded live at Greenways Business Park in Chippenham, host Nella Pang explores how place, people and infrastructure come together to support high-growth businesses across life ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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29:08
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The Greenways Business Park Limited Edition Series - Scaling for Success: Skills, Cyber Resilience, and Innovative Workspaces
In this special feature of the Let’s Talk South Coast podcast, recorded live at Greenways Business Park in Chippenham, host Nella Pang is joined by a panel of experts to explore the practical opportunities and challenges for SMEs in 2025 and...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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39:47
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The Greenways Business Park Limited Edition Series - The Autumn Budget Unpacked: Growth, Debt & Reality
In this limited edition series in partnership with Greenways Business Park, this episode of Let’s Talk Greenways Business Park, host Nella Pang is joined by Mark Berrisford-Smith, former Head of Economics at HSBC, to cut through the headline...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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47:51
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Leadership, Place & Economic Growth Across the Region
In this episode of Let’s Talk South Coast, we explore how space innovation, workforce development and placemaking are shaping the South Coast’s economic future. Nella is joined by Louise Butt from Space South Central; Professor David Hutchin...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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51:01
Growth, Infrastructure, Innovation & Investment
In episode five of our third series of Let’s Talk South Coast, host Nella Pang brings together senior leaders from across infrastructure, innovation, ports, space and higher education to explore how the region can unlock its full growth pote...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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39:03
Regeneration, Development & Commercial Delivery
In episode three of our third series of Let’s Talk South Coast, host Nella Pang explores how environmental mitigation, strategic investment and smart development practices are shaping the future of the South Coast. She’s joined by Rachel Jon...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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47:18
Future Workforce, Skills & Culture
In episode two of our third series of Let’s Talk South Coast, host Nella Pang explores two powerful forces shaping the region’s future: devolution and the role of universities in driving economic growth. Recorded live at the South Coast Comm...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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35:04
Regional Collaboration & The Future of the South Coast
In episode one of our third series of Let’s Talk South Coast, host Nella Pang takes us inside this year’s record-breaking South Coast Commercial Property Show, a day of big ideas, bold collaboration and sector-shaping conversations with Lucy Ri...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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40:33
Is Southampton Poised To Be At The Forefront Of New Maritime Technology?
In episode nine of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Andy Tourell, Head of Sustainable Logistics at Ocean I...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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45:37
What Will The Future Of Work Look Like?
In episode eight of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by ChatGPT to talk about the impact AI and new technologies are having on the future of work and what busine...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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14:26
What Does The Future Of Sustainability & Social Responsibility Look Like For Commercial & Domestic Real Estate?
In episode seven of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Jonathan Trice, Director at Omega RE ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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26:52
How Do We Develop Practical Industry Skills For The Future Generations?
In episode six of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Alex Blandford, Assistant Principal at
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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28:11
How Integral Is Southampton Port To The Local Economy & Infrastructure?
In episode five of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Ben Ross, Senior Surveyor at
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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39:57
Is There An Inclusive Entrepreneurial Culture On The South Coast?
In episode four of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Becky Lodge, Founder of StartUp Disruptor...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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41:58
Has Southampton Airport Positioned Itself Perfectly For The Future?
In episode three of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Steve Szalay, Operations Director at
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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37:15
What Is It About The South Coast That Makes It The Best Place To Live In The UK? George Long, Managing Director of the Land & New Homes Department of Charters Estate Agents
In episode two of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by George Long, Managing Director of the Land & New Homes Department of
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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26:34
Is It Financially Viable To Invest On The South Coast? Joined by Patrick Freestone, Fund Manager at Fiera Real Estate and Ed Ellerington, Founder of Packaged Living
Summary: In the first episode of our second series of Let’s Talk South Coast, our host Nella Pang is joined by Patrick Freestone, Fund Manager at
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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34:55
Welcome Back to Let's Talk South Coast Season 2
Welcome back to Season 2 of the Let's Talk South Coast podcast with Nella Pang! This season features an incredible informative lineup of guests who share Nella’s passion for the South Coast. There are so many amazing things happenin...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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6:32
Why Is The Solent The Heart Of The World's Maritime Industry? With Stuart Baker MD of Maritime UK Solent
Summary: On the final episode of Season 1, Nella is joined by Stuart Baker, Business Development Director and MD of
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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35:19
Does BCP Really Offer The Best Blend Of City And Nature? With Philip Broadhead Deputy Leader of BCP Council and Chairman of Future Places
Summary: Nella Pang is joined by Philip Broadhead, Deputy Leader of BCP Council and Chairman of
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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41:12
Sustainability on the South Coast with Professor AbuBakr Bahaj from University of Southampton
Summary: Nella is joined by Professor AbuBakr Bahaj, Professor of Sustainable Energy at the University of Southampton for the 8th episode of Season 1 of the Let’s Talk South Coast podcast. They talk about how rising sea level...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:02
You Won't Believe What They Say About Portsmouth? With Tristan Samuels of Portsmouth City Council
Summary: Nella is joined by Tristan Samuels, Director of Regeneration at Portsmouth City Council for the 7th episode of Let’s Talk South Coast. They discuss what developments and opportunities are happening in Portsmouth, why investors s...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:23
What the F* Is The Opportunity? All About The Solent *Freeport with Brian Johnson and Tim Williamson
Summary: In the 6th episode of Let’s Talk South Coast, Nella is joined by Brian Johnson, UK Business Development Director at BAE Systems Naval Ships, Chair of Solent LEP and Chair of Solent Freeport Consortium, and Tim Williamson, Managi...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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50:19
Is The South Coast The UK's New Tech Hub? With Tech Nation’s Elizabeth Corse
Summary: On the 5th episode of the Let’s Talk South Coast podcast, Nella is joined by Elizabeth Corse, Scaleup Engagement Manager at Tech Nation. They discussed how the South Coast is fairing in Tech Nation’s report and what the South Co...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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36:11
Is It True About The Aerospace And Defence In The South Coast with Philip Holmes of QinetiQ
Nella Pang is joined by Philip Holmes, Senior Estates Surveyor, Group Property Real Estate at QinetiQ for the 4th episode of season 1. They chat about why aerospace and defence companies have chosen the South Coast, the QinetiQ property strateg...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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24:58