Despite the austerity cuts of recent years, the public sector is still a major player in Cumbria.
We have seven local authorities, the Lake District National Park, a major Defra presence and the University of Cumbria.
That’s a big potential market.
In this podcast Kevin Thistlethwaite, an adviser with Cumbria Business Growth Hub, explains how SMEs can bid for contracts with local authorities, government departments and other public sector organisations.
In this episode, Dominic Doig from Solomon Europe joins us to discuss MatchMaker—a new procurement model designed to help SMEs source the products and services they need more effectively. We explore how the idea for MatchMaker came about, the impact it's already having for businesses, and so much…
In this episode, Sarah Schofield joins us to discuss the importance of creating safe and supportive environments for women in the business world. We explore the inspiration behind her Safe Women Workshops, the challenges many women still face in professional settings, and why psychological safety,…
In this episode, Jade Clifford from iCan Wellbeing Group joins us to discuss ADHD in the workplace and how employers can create environments where neurodivergent employees can thrive. We explore Jade’s personal experiences of living and working with ADHD, the challenges and strengths that can come…
