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Join host Richard as he sits down with the people building, creating, and shaping Chelmsford.
Get Better in Chelmsford shines a light on the fascinating stories of entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders who have unlocked the secret of building something that matters. From organisations that have been going strong for over a century to grassroots movements that started with a poster in a coffee shop - these are the stories of people driven by passion, rooted in Chelmsford.
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S3E8 S3 E8: It's a Long Game With Chris Budd
What if the best networking event you ever attended wasn't technically a networking event at all?In this episode, Richard speaks to Chris Budd from CBHC Accountants about the communities he's built -…
S3E7 S3 E7: 99% Need Not Apply With Spencer Gore
He set a goal in 2012 to buy a football club. He didn't know how much it would cost. He didn't know how long it would take. He wrote it down anyway. Years later, he bought Chelmsford City FC.In this…
S3E6 S3 E6: Turning Up With Megan Paxman
She texted a few friends, put a poster up in a coffee shop, and hoped for the best. Twelve women showed up. Two years later, the WhatsApp group has 560 members.In this episode, Richard speaks to…
S3E1 S3 E1: More Than A Garden With Sue Carter
What if the garden sold itself - you just had to get people through the gate?In this episode, Richard speaks to Sue from RHS Hyde Hall, one of just five RHS gardens in the country and firmly on…
S3E4 S3 E4: Are You Wealthy or Healthy? With Andy Fernandes
What does it mean to build a law firm in a city you genuinely believe in?In this episode, Richard speaks to Andrew from Ellison's - a regional law firm that arrived in the city in 2018 with two…
S3E5 S3 E5: Don't Wait Until It Goes Wrong With Lucy Folley
Prevention, not cure. That's the message from Lucy at Tees Law - and it's one most business owners probably need to hear.In this episode, Richard speaks to Lucy from Tees Law, a firm with over a…
S3E3 S3 E3: My Plan Bee With Tony Briggs
From celebrity photographer to beekeeper. And why that's not as strange as it sounds.In this episode, Richard speaks to Tony, founder of Plan Bee - the Essex-based beekeeping project that's part…
S3E2 S3 E2: You’ve Probably Seen Our Trucks With Jason Shuttleworth
You've seen the lorries. But do you know the story?Woodland Group is one of Essex's biggest businesses - a global supply chain logistics company with around 900 people across the UK, USA, Ireland and…
S2E8 S2 E8: Our Irreducible Truth With Gareth Barton
Gareth Barton, Creative Director at Spacio, is on a mission to create remarkable workplaces that go beyond desks and design — crafting environments that inspire purpose, connection, and culture.From…
S2E7 S2 E7: 100 Layers of Insight with James Neale
What if your next best customer was already in your data? In this episode, we dive into the world of business intelligence with James Neale, Co-Founder of Integra Data Solutions — the award-winning…
S2E6 S2 E6: The New Kids On The Block With Justin Deeny
How do you build prestige in a sport where history reigns supreme? Chelmsford City Racecourse may be the youngest in the UK, but it’s quickly making a name for itself — not just in horse racing, but…
S2E5 S2 E5: 600 Acres of Heritage With Lorraine Thorne
How do you protect 600 acres of heritage while keeping it relevant in the modern world? Join us as we sit down with Lorraine Thorne, Manager at Hylands House, to uncover how a near-derelict estate…
S2E4 S2 E4: I Love My Job With Jake Turner
What if sport could do more than keep us fit — what if it could transform lives? In this episode, we sit down with Jake Turner from Sport for Confidence to explore how they’re tackling health…
S2E3 S2 E3: Opening doors to inclusivity With Caroline Giess, Hollie Austin & Beth Corrigan
Great teams are built on talent, not labels. In this episode, we dive into how inclusive employment is changing lives and breaking down harmful prejudices against people with learning disabilities.…
S2E2 S2 E2: Essex has an identity With Lisa Bone
In this episode, Lisa Bone, Strategic Tourism Manager at Visit Essex, shares how they're redefining Essex’s identity. From vibrant cities and cultural hotspots to unspoilt coastlines and rolling…
S2E1 S2 E1: We don't like HR With Jen Stanley & Laura Davis
Meet Jen Stanley and Laura Davis, the founders of Stanley & Davis, a modern HR consultancy redefining workplace culture. They're tearing up the old HR rule book to create high-performing,…
S1E7 S1 E7: One Man Band With Paul Wilkinson
In this episode, we speak to Paul Wilkinson, owner of Studio 808 – which, funnily enough, is where we record this podcast! Starting as a DJ, Paul is now a producer with 25 years of expertise and has…
S1E5 S1 E5: Create Your Own Vision With Sophie Waghorn
After working as an apprentice and building her social media presence, Sophie Waghorn decided to take things to the next level and start her very own studio: Thistle & Thorn Tattoo.In episode 5,…
S1E8 S1 E8: Embracing Your Inner Weirdo With Eve Calderbank
It’s the season finale – and we’re ending things on a high with Eve Calderbank, creator of Ambitious Women in Essex.Having experienced hostile working environments in the past, Eve was determined to…
S1E6 S1 E6: It Isn't Just For Men With Lauren Penney & Julie Chandler
In this episode, we welcome two wonderful guests to the podcast – Lauren Penney and Julie Chandler from Chandler Material Supplies Ltd, a family-owned and run business.Starting as a building company…
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Get Better in Chelmsford has published 24 episodes since January 2024, covering topics in Business, Marketing.
Get Better in Chelmsford is currently highly active with new episodes daily. Average episode length is 36m.
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