4 episodes
Business But Better Irwin Mitchell
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We go beyond traditional business discussions to explore the bigger impact of businesses and their role in shaping a positive future. We're here to inspire businesses to grow sustainably, ethically, and with purpose. Join us as we dive into the world of businesses that are striving for more than just profits. Each episode features conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, and change-makers who are making a difference. Discover practical strategies for aligning growth with sustainability and ethics. Learn from inspiring stories from businesses that have successfully integrated purpose into their operations. We’re here to empower businesses to think beyond the bottom line and create a better future for all.
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Navigating Net Zero: Become More Efficient. Innovate Better. Meet Customer Demands
The UK has set an ambitious goal to decarbonise all sectors and become net zero by 2050.
But how have businesses responded? What does progress look like in practice? And what learnings can household names pass on from their experiences?
Bringing the first season of our Business But Better to a close, host Charlotte Rees-John is joined by River Island’s Head of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability, Jose Arguedas, and Irwin Mitchell’s Head of Planning & Environment, Claire Petricca-Riding. -
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: It’s Something That Customers Want Now
Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of social injustices and are looking to their favourite brands to use their platforms to drive change.
As a result, equality, diversity & inclusion is a topic that is – or should be – firmly on the agenda at board level.
But what benefits do companies that prove their dedication to a truly inclusive workplace – beyond just good PR – enjoy? What does a successful equality, diversity & inclusion strategy look like? And how can we all get better at recognising the needs of individuals?
Host Charlotte Rees-John is joined by JD Sports’ Lead People Partner Ebony Quow and Irwin Mitchell’s Diversity & Inclusion Manager William Noel-Flint. -
The Rise of AI: Computers Will Know What You're Going to Feel
We’ve all heard of – and in a lot of cases used – ChatGPT and other AI tools. But what’s next? How can AI be used to predict actions and emotions? And what does it mean for ethics, compliance and data?
Host Charlotte Rees-John is joined by Kurt Geiger’s Chief Digital Officer Gareth Rees-John and Irwin Mitchell’s Chief Information Security and Innovation Officer Graham Thomson. They delve into the risks and rewards of embedding AI into your organisation, and discuss the impact of new technology on the workforce. They also share key takeaways from the recent South by SouthWest (SXSW) Festival, and reveal why NFTs and the Metaverse are no longer dominating discussions around technology innovation. -
Understanding Greenwashing: Be Bold But Be Sure
It’s a term that’s gained increasing momentum in recent
years, but what’s actually meant by greenwashing? How can marketing teams
ensure that they remain compliant, as well as creative? And what are the
dangers of putting out green credentials that can’t be validated? Host
Charlotte Rees-John is joined by experts Georgie Collins and Duncan Sparke to
discuss the legal and reputational pitfalls of getting it wrong, the
impact of the impending Digital Product passport, and much more.