S2 E7, Dogs, sustainability and the power of professional standards, with Jay Light, Director, PACT Dogs.

by Ned Wells | Apr 27, 2026

We explore how PACT sits within the wider animal welfare ecosystem, working alongside the Animal Behaviour and Training Council and helping shape standards across charities, trainers, behaviourists, and regulators. A big theme is the unexpected reach of dog trainers....

S2 E6, Responsible workplace supply and smarter procurement, with Darren Aston, Managing Director, Aston & James.

by Ned Wells | Apr 21, 2026

We hear how the company has evolved since Covid. Changing workplace patterns, shifting customer needs, and a more complex procurement landscape have pushed Aston & James to become more consultative and responsive. The conversation explores what responsible...

S2 E5, PR recruitment, and changing the world with tiny actions, with Dean Connelly, Founder, Latte Recruitment.

by Ned Wells | Apr 10, 2026

Dean shares what it’s like to run a recruitment business in a volatile sector, where demand shifts quickly and hiring trends give an early read on the wider agency market – and why things are starting to look more positive again. But the heart of the episode is...

S2 E4, Employee ownership and purposeful recruitment, with Nick Billingham, Managing Director, Charity People.

by Ned Wells | Mar 31, 2026

A central theme is what impact really means for a recruiter. For Charity People, it goes beyond filling vacancies. Nick talks about supporting life decisions, helping organisations hire better, and strengthening the sector’s long-term resilience. We also explore the...

S2 E3, The power of communications in uncertain times, with Amanda Powell-Smith, CEO, Forster Communications.

by Ned Wells | Mar 23, 2026

We explore what it means to be selective about clients in practice. Forster works across sectors, but with clear red lines – and a constant question: will this work contribute to real change, or just polish the surface? Amanda talks through how those decisions...