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In this episode, our guest is Antony Baker of Focussing On Photography Ltd. As a photographer, Antony has a unique combination of three areas of focus: Commercial, Portrait and Landscape photography. Selected landscapes from Antony's photography are now used as backgrounds for greeting cards. In this episode of the podcast, Antony reminds us also that “Weather makes the mood of the photograph”. Listen to this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Antony Baker discusses his unique photography business. #sheffieldhiddengems #sheffieldissuper #photography #hiddengems #hiddengemspodcasting Don't miss out! ps. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
Listen to Pam Goodison, Glass Artist and Entrepreneur, as she shares insight and experiences into her incredible journey in starting and growing her glass art and craft business. Learn about the results her students have achieved from attending her glass making workshops and one of her most memorable commissions as a glass artist. Episode 01: released on Monday, 8 February 2021.
We are delighted to bring you another episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. In this episode of the podcast, our guest is Andrew Lofthouse, Founder of the Sheffield-based business, The Nothern Wine Guy who chats with our Managing Director and host of Sheffield's Hidden Gems about the journey from idea to multiple businesses. Listen to Andrew Lofthouse in Episode 49 of our podcast and hear as he talks about: How travelling the world as an investment banker led him to challenge himself with the founding of his first start-up business. Lessons learnt from starting and growing a business in Devon, South of England and eventually selling a growing business ahead of returning to his home city of Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Insights into Andrew's experience of starting, scaling, and managing multiple businesses. Exciting future plans for late 2024 and during 2025: including articles about overseas wines, collaborations in Sheffield and Manchester, wine club, fine dining, launch of monthly wine and cheese networking event. Listen now to Episode 49 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Andrew Lofthouse, Managing Director and Co-founder of Northern Wine Guy: https://bit.ly/40Fan2l Alternatively, you can cut and paste this link into your browser! Listen now to Episode 49 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Andrew Lofthouse, Managing Director & Co-Founder of The Northern Wine Guy. DON'T MISS OUT! ps. FREE subscription: remember to invite your friends and business contacts to subscribe and listen to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. #sheffieldissuper #northernwineguy #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldhiddengems
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 46 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Duncan Froggatt of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and Tour Guide on the Sheffield Festival of Walks. Duncan who is a retired civil engineer (MIStructE MICE) has been the face of ICE in Sheffield and an excellent guide for Sheffield Walks Festival 2023. In this conversational interview for the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Duncan Froggart talks about: *His work previously as a civil engineer in Sheffield. *How he became involved in Sheffield built environment and writing a book about Sheffield architecture. *His work as a guide on the Sheffield Festival of Walks, a collaboration between the Institution of Chartered Engineers and Heritage Sheffield. *Historical buildings in Sheffield and how the architecture has changed over the years.Listen now to Episode 46 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Duncan Froggart, Author and member of the Institution of Chartered Engineers. Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3UwGFcI Alternatively, you can cut and paste this link in your browser: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2P6Nfn8L7Oz6pOQ2G24oxw?si=ebde8ea4511c46af #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldissuper #sheffieldwalks #guidedtourssheffield #sheffieldguidedtours DON'T MISS OUT! ps. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 45 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Rene Meijer, the CEO and Co-founder of Food Works Sheffield, a Community Interest Company (CIC). In this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Rene Meijer talks about: *The origin story for Food Works Sheffield, what it does, how and for whom. *How Food Works helps Sheffield businesses, growers and processors to divert food waste from landfill sites. *How you too can volunteer with or support food redistribution in Sheffield, including growing. *Plans for Food Works Sheffield in 2024 and beyondListen now to Episode 45 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Rene Meijer, CEO and Co-Founder of Food Works Sheffield. Spotify: https://bit.ly/3NVU1ei #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldissuper #regather #circulareconomy #savefoodwaste #zerowaste #foodwaste Don't miss out! ps. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 44 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Geoffrey Guy (Geoff) Guy, the Managing Director of Riverlution (www.the-rsc.co.uk), an award-winning Community Interest Company (CIC). Created in 2022 by the River Stewardship Company (RSC), Riverlution works with individual volunteers and community groups to enable skills building for improved capacity to foster meaningful and active actions to care for rivers, other waterways and surrounding habitats. Through the Sheffield Stewardship Partnership, Riverlution has developed a unique connection between local businesses, communities and the rivers.In this conversational interview on the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Geoff Guy talks about: *The origin story for Riverlution and what it does day-to-day *How its work connects people from local businesses and communities with Sheffield's rivers. *Why protection of rivers and other waterways are important for people and nature *How Riverlution helps businesses to deliver on social value and meet their environmental goals. *Skills you can learn through training and volunteering opportunities. *Plans for Riverlution in 2024 and beyondListen now to Episode 44 of the Sheffield Hidden Gems podcast to hear directly from Riverlution's Managing Director, Geoff Guy: Spotify: https://bit.ly/3TjAS9K and Apple: https://apple.co/3GYXYeF #hiddengemspodcast #sheffieldissuper #riverprotection #sheffieldwaterways #riverlution Don't miss out! ps. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. Episode 42 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast features Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consultancy. In our conversational interview for this podcast, Jo tells the intriguing story behind her choice of 'Green Tomato' for the name of her consultancy.She also talks about:*How her work has helped individuals and businesses in the past two years.*Lessons she has learnt (including painful ones) since starting her business.*The reason why she takes a holistic approach with business clients.* Why a Business Coach could have helped her achieve more in less time.*Plans for Green Tomato Consulting over the next few months and beyond.You will hear about all of the above and more when you listen to Episode 42 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast with guest Jo Bushby, Founder of Green Tomato Consultancy: https://bit.ly/46B2DPv Don't miss out! ps. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
This episode has been published and can be heard everywhere your podcast is available. In this our 3rd year, we are delighted to release the 38th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast. Our guest is Matt Bowker, Managing Director of Coda Studios Ltd, an award-winning architect practice headquartered in Sheffield.When you listen to Episode 38 of the podcast, you'll hear from Matt Bowker as he talks about:*Early beginnings of Coda Studios and what made it a 'new type' of architect practice for commercial buildings in South Yorkshire*What was the trigger which led the Founder of Coda Studios to start the business and the role played by 'flip flops' in played*How the business evolved over the past 20 years and the new brand launched to cater for residential dwellings for private clients *What makes Coda Studios special and the growing importance of 'carbon' in the design of commercial and residential buildings. Listen to Episode 38 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast as Matt Bowker talks about recent successes over the past 20 years, achievements and journey since founding as well as plans for 2023 and beyond. #sheffieldhiddengems #sheffieldissuper #healthandwellbeing #hiddengems #hiddengemspodcastingDon't miss out!ps. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
In this our 32nd episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, we are pleased to be in conversation with Ellie Tomlin, Regional Fundraising Manager of the charity Shelter in Sheffield.In our conversation, Ellie talks about the work of Shelter in Sheffield, how that work would have changed over the past several decades as the charity responded to the needs of people facing homelessness. Ellie reminds us 'rough sleeping' on the street and in doorways is not the type of homelessness faced by the majority who become homeless or find themselves living in temporary accommodation for months, and even years. She talks also about vulnerability to homelessness and how this unwelcome situation can be 'hidden' in plain sight.In her role as Regional Fundraising Manager, Ellie is keen to engage more with businesses in Sheffield. She extends an open invitation to individuals and businesses to contact her to explore the many opportunities for volunteering and sponsorship.Don't miss out! #sheffieldhiddengems #sheffieldissuper #charity #reducehomelessness #hiddengems #hiddengemspodcasting Listen to Episode 32 of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Ellie Tomlin will share remarkable insights and dispel myths about homelessness. Find out also how you too (or your business) can support the work of Shelter in Sheffield.PS. Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.
In this our 30th episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, our guest is Finbarr Lucas, Founder and Owner of 'Finbarr Lucas' (the furniture manufacturing brand that bears his name.A maker of “Extraordinary Furniture Made for Life”, Finbarr and his team design and create beautiful furniture for people who love good design.In this episode of the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast, Finbarr talks with us about the early days of his business, shares insights into some of the complex pieces manufactured by his business over the years as well as one of the most time-sensitive pieces he was commissioned to deliver during the Covid-19 pandemic.Finbarr Lucas is known for creating bespoke furniture. More recently, the business has also developed a collection of handcrafted pieces for the home. As an independent designer and craftsman, Finbarr Lucas has been in the furniture business for more than 21 years. Finbarr believes that even the smallest business can make a difference with a responsible outlook to its practices.Guided by functional design and ethical principles of sustainability, when you listen to this conversation with Finbarr you will learn more about plans for the business over the next few months and beyond. #sheffieldhiddengems #sheffieldissuper #furnituremaker #madeinsheffield #sheffieldmakers #hiddengems #hiddengemspodcastingPS. Don't miss out! Remember to subscribe for FREE to the Sheffield's Hidden Gems podcast hosted by Excel City Apartments in Sheffield.