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Hannah Prevett and Dominic O’Connell bring you one big business story you need to know every week. Uncovering the personalities, power plays, boardroom dramas and sheer ambition that drive the world of business, Hannah and Dominic get the inside story from the people who are in the room when the deal goes down - from start-ups to tech titans, market movers to City CEOs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8h ago

M&S revival: how the retail giant is defying high street trends

How did M&S pull off one of the biggest turnarounds in British retail? Hannah Prevett speaks to operations director Sacha Berendji about the high street giant's transformation. In this episode of The Business, we explore how M&S transformed its food, fashion, and shop location strategy to capture market share across British business. From store renewals and digital growth - to managing a cyber attack - we consider what its resurgence reveals about wider retail trends and consumer spending across the UK economy. M&S operations director Sacha Berendji joins Hannah Prevett, associate business editor at The Sunday Times, to discuss the corporate strategy behind the multi-billion-pound revival of M&S. He explains how leadership set the course to revamp its product lineup, handle the logistics of "fortress factories" and is now approaching shoplifting challenges. He also discusses the tax burden on high street retailers, along with what M&S wants from government fiscal policy to address rising costs and the youth unemployment crisis. He breaks down the company's decision to close a number of high street shops across the country: “We're very well aware of the role that we play on a high street and within a local community, so we never take these decisions [to close a location] lightly - but when you look at the economics at play, not just for us, but for all retailers, and, really importantly, where customers are shopping, it has become more and more difficult to justify being in locations where there isn't customer foot fall,” he says on the show. “It's not an anti-high street agenda … If the high street is the right place, then we'll be on the high street.” Guest: Sacha Berendji, operations director at M&S Presenter: Hannah Prevett, associate business editor at The Sunday Times Producer: Hope Federico Executive Producer: Miriam Hall and Emily Leahy Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Picture: Getty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
4d ago

The Business of Formula 1®: Can a female driver break the gender barrier?

This series is sponsored by PwC. Could we see the first female Formula 1® driver in 50 years racing in a Grand Prix? In the second episode of a special series, host Andy Jaye speaks to 19 year old F1 ACADEMY driver Rachel Robertson, who’s chasing that dream and breaking down barriers in motorsport. Joined by PwC’s chief people officer Phillippa O’Connor they discuss Rachel’s inspirational story from a karting to the F1 ACADEMY, and how talent investment and more inclusive workplace cultures can open up new career pathways. Together they explore how nurturing talent is vital for Formula 1® and how industry leaders can attract more diverse talent to drive high performance and long term economic growth. You can also watch this episode on Times Business channel on YouTube. Presenter: Andy Jaye, Broadcaster Guests: Rachel Robertson, F1 ACADEMY driver Phillippa O’Connor, PwC Chief People Officer Producer: Harry Bligh and Shabnam Grewal Executive Producer: Emily Leahy Video Producer: Super Llama Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 16

Why are the super rich leaving Britain?

Are wealth creators fleeing Britain, and what does a super-rich exodus mean for Treasury tax revenues and the wider UK economy? In this episode of The Business, Hannah Prevett investigates why high earners are leaving the country and whether changes to non-dom status are accelerating the trend. She is joined by Dan Neidle, tax lawyer and founder of Tax Policy Associates, and Robert Watts, Times contributor and compiler of the Sunday Times Rich List. Together, they explore high-profile departures, including hedge fund founder Chris Rokos, who paid £330m in UK tax in a single year. They examine how abolishing non-dom rules, rising inheritance tax, and proposed exit taxes impact capital investment across British business. And as ministers prepare their upcoming budget, Hannah asks how government fiscal policy can retain top talent in the country, protect tax receipts, and drive long-term economic growth. Presenter: Hannah Prevett, associate business editor at The Sunday Times Guests: Dan Neidle, founder of Tax Policy Associates Robert Watts, Times contributor Producer: Hope Federico Executive Producer: Emily Leahy and Miriam Hall Video Producer: Bronwen Latham Image: Getty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 13

The Business of Formula 1®: Inside Biggin Hill's global broadcasting mission control

This series is sponsored by PwC. What does it take to broadcast the excitement and drama of Formula 1® to millions of fans across the world, with high pressure stakes and no room for error? In the first episode of a special series, host Andy Jaye speaks to Dean Locke, Formula 1®’s Executive Director of broadcast, Media and Race Operations and PwC’s UK Consulting Chief Markets Officer David Allen. Together they examine how innovation, AI and tech have transformed Formula 1®’s high-stakes broadcasting operation to deliver greater efficiency, sustainability and quality, and what industry leaders can learn about corporate strategy and harnessing tech. You can also watch this episode on Times Business channel on YouTube. Presenter: Andy Jaye, Broadcaster Guests: Dean Locke, Formula 1® Executive Director of broadcast, Media and Race Operations David Allen, PwC UK Consulting Chief Markets Officer Producers: Harry Bligh and Shabnam Grewal Executive Producer: Emily Leahy Video Producer: Super Llama Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11

Coming soon…The Business of Formula 1®

Coming soon…The Business of Formula 1® A series sponsored by PwC. Listen on The Business wherever you get your podcasts, or watch on Times Business channel on YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 10

Pret A Manger CEO: Shoplifting, subscriptions & UK high street survival

How is Pret A Manger turning a London high-street staple into a powerhouse brand? In this episode of The Business, chief executive Pano Christou breaks down the Pret A Manger global strategy, detailing how the company adapts its corporate strategy for international markets while staying true to its British business roots. Recorded live at The Times Future of London summit, Hannah Prevett sits down with one of retail's most prominent industry leaders. Pano reflects on his 26-year journey from the shop floor to the executive suite, sharing lessons in entrepreneurship, building a resilient model, and navigating changing retail trends and consumer habits. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to press follow at the top of your podcast app. Presenter: Hannah Prevett, associate business editor of The Sunday Times Guest: Pano Christou, Chief Executive of Pret A Manger Producer: Hope Federico Executive Producers: Miriam Hall and Emily Leahy Video Producer: Bronwen Latham Image: Getty Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 8

Jaguar Land Rover job cuts - a warning for UK car makers?

Why is Jaguar Land Rover cutting 4,000 jobs? Dominic O’Connell examines what the news of this major reduction means for the future of British car manufacturing. In this episode of The Business, we break down the decision by Jaguar Land Rover to cut nearly 10% of its UK workforce as the car maker pushes to save £1.7 billion. With automotive output falling to levels not seen since the 1950s in the UK, we ask whether soaring energy costs, Donald Trump's tariffs, and fierce Chinese competition threaten the wider UK economy and long-term economic growth. Dominic is joined by Oliver Gill, deputy business editor at The Sunday Times, who broke the story, and David Bailey, professor of business economics at Birmingham Business School. Together, they explore whether Jaguar Land Rover can successfully pivot to luxury electric vehicles, how changing government fiscal policy impacts British business, and whether Prime Minister Andy Burnham's pledge to re-industrialise Britain is realistic. Guests: Oliver Gill, deputy business editor at The Sunday TimesDavid Bailey, professor of business economics at Birmingham Business School Presenter: Dominic O’Connell, Times columnist and Times Radio business correspondent Producer: Hope Federico Executive Producers: Emily Leahy and Miriam Hall Video Producer: Bronwen Latham Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 6

Youth unemployment: Alan Milburn on NEETs and first jobs

This episode is sponsored by PwC. Why are so many young people out of work? Government adviser Alan Milburn joins The Business to discuss youth unemployment, the rising number of NEETs (not in employment, education or training) and first jobs. In this episode, Alan Milburn — who has been examining the surge in young people classified as NEETs — is joined by PwC’s Chief People Officer Philippa O’Connor. Together with hosts Hannah Prevett and Dominic O’Connor, they analyse why tackling youth unemployment is critical for the UK economy and future economic growth. Drawing on research from the Social Market Foundation and PwC, they explore why British business must invest in entry-level talent, how industry leaders can help young people build a career, and what’s needed to keep young people out of long-term unemployment. Guests: Alan Milburn, author of the government-commissioned review into young people and work Phillippa O’Connor, chief people officer, PwC UK Presenter: Hannah Prevett, associate business editor, The Sunday Times Dominic O’Connell, business correspondent, Times Radio Producer: Hope Federico Executive Producer: Emily Leahy Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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06/09/2020

Redbushy

These are exactly the topics that should be front and center in discussions about tech today. In fact, the dominance of tech in our lives means these are the most important questions of our time. Very valuable listen. Thank you!
An unsubtle advert for pwc

Jan 2

LLJ follower

This show is basically a thinly vailed advert for PWC. Completely biased and an opportunity to showcase their products . Not very in-depth . The end of every show feels like the outcome is we should seek PWC for more information. PWC should just be upfront and claim this is a PWC product showcase podcast. Many companies have those. Don't try and hide it as "business insights".
A real eye opener

03/01/2020

a.grec

I am not tech savvy or all that tech interested, but I decided it would be a good thing to educate myself about what the tech industry is doing and where it’s headed. This podcast was a real eye opener for me and made me realize that a lot of the side effects of social media and big tech are not only unfortunate but actually sinister, and we have to be extremely aware of how we engage and draw boundaries. I highly recommend listening to all 8 episodes.
Tales of SV

02/20/2020

JAK30327

Great 8 episode podcast. Very interesting and well made.

Hannah Prevett and Dominic O’Connell bring you one big business story you need to know every week. Uncovering the personalities, power plays, boardroom dramas and sheer ambition that drive the world of business, Hannah and Dominic get the inside story from the people who are in the room when the deal goes down - from start-ups to tech titans, market movers to City CEOs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.