Culture and Place: The Hidden Ties That Shape Our Cities with Jonny Birkett
In this episode, we interview Jonny Birkett, Managing Partner (Joint) at Genecon Ltd, to explore the vital question: What does culture mean for place, and why is it so important?We dive into the often-overlooked “dark matter” that weaves between the physical realm, advocating for a shift in perspective—be more gardener, and less architect. Jonny discusses how placemakers and local councils are beginning to recognize culture as a key to shaping thriving places.We’ll examine how the experience economy has yet to fulfill its promise as a solution to our struggling high streets and night-time economies, and why culture and social value are deeply intertwined. Jonny explains why cultural infrastructure—both soft and hard—should extend beyond traditional arts institutions, as city developers and planners increasingly position culture at the heart of their development propositions.Finally, we explore the impact of the digital landscape on visitor and consumer behavior, and what this shift means for the future of places. Join us for an insightful conversation on the critical role of culture in place transformation and its implications for the future.
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Retaining Wisdom: Navigating Retirement Challenges in Local Government with Chris Dunning
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Dunning, Chair of Pro Age, to explore the pressing issue of retaining staff as they approach retirement age within local government. Chris shares his insights on the unique challenges faced by older employees and offers practical solutions to ensure their valuable experience and knowledge are not lost. We discuss strategies for creating an inclusive work environment that supports career longevity and the benefits of a diverse age workforce.
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Find Your Path: Transforming Local Government Recruitment with Hannah Bartram
In this episode, we sit down with Hannah Bartram, Chief Executive of ADEPT, to discuss the innovative "Find Your Path" campaign. Launched on February 24th, this targeted recruitment initiative aims to address critical workforce challenges in local authorities by attracting young people aged 18 to 27 to various roles within local government. We'll explore the campaign's development, its goals, and the unique opportunities it highlights in the place sector, including local highways, waste and recycling, green space, and access services. Join us as we delve into the strategies behind this campaign, the insights gained from focus groups with young people, and the potential impact on the future of local government recruitment. Additionally, ADEPT will be holding a webinar for any interested parties on Tuesday, 18 March 2025, from 10am to 11:30am. This webinar, hosted by APSE, will provide an opportunity for relevant stakeholders and interested parties to explore and discuss the campaign in greater detail.
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Beyond the Hero Leader: Developing Tomorrow's Leaders in Local Government with Niall Bolger
Absolutely loved interviewing Niall Bolger FRSA this morning discussing the evolution of leadership in local government and their complex systems.Our discussion centers on the importance of systems leadership and sustainable adult leadership, emphasising the need for sustainable services leadership.We also cover the critical aspects of leadership development, including technical capability development that paves the way for future success.If you are humble, not a hero leader and you build those around you, there really is no limit to what leaders can achieve and what challenges they can tackle.#leadership #localgovernment #systemsleadership
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Achieving Hybrid Harmony: Post-Pandemic Leadership Insights with Sue Naughton-Marsh
We interview Sue Naughton-Marsh to explore the complexities of achieving hybrid harmony in the post-pandemic workplace. As organisations settle into 2-3 days a week hybrid model, the balance between engagement and autonomy becomes crucial. Sue discusses the importance of developing a leadership model that supports this balance and helps organisations understand the reasons behind adopting a hybrid model. She also highlights the need for training programs to fill the gaps for team leaders and senior leaders, focusing on structured engagement when employees come into the office. Additionally, Sue shares insights on the considerations regarding the cost-effectiveness of maintaining expensive office spaces.
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