The Downtown Den Podcast

EP.95 - Downtown Den: Cllr Sharon Thompson in the Downtown Den

Downtown Den hosted born and bred Brummies Prof Paul Cadman, DIB Birmingham chair and Cllr Sharon Thompson cabinet member of homes and neighbourhoods. The conversation started covering Sharon’s background and her own first-hand experience with homelessness and the supporting systems. Sharon has been vital in the delivery of support to individuals during COVID19.

EP.94 - Downtown Den: Tony Attard in the Downtown Den

Downtown Chief Executive, Frank McKenna was joined in the #DowntownDen by the Chief Executive of Panaz Group, Tony Attard.

In this discussion, Tony shares his brief backstory, his experiences during the COVID-19 crisis his role in Lancashire and Lancashire's bid for the 2025 City of Culture.

EP.93 - Downtown Den: City Leaders LIVE in the Downtown Den

Downtown in Business was joined in the Downtown Den by the leaders of Liverpool and Manchester, Mayor of Liverpool Joe Anderson and The Leader of Manchester City Council, Sir Richard Leese.

The two city leaders discussed Recovery Plans, business support, the Northern Powerhouse and much more besides with DIB chief executive Frank McKenna.

EP.92 - Downtown Den: Stuart Holt LIVE in the Downtown Den

The founding director of Javelin Block Stuart Holt, joined Downtown Birmingham chairman Paul Cadman for a live Downtown Den event on Friday 19th June 2020.

Stuart is thought of as one of the leading lights in the regeneration of Birmingham and has spoken at influencer talks worldwide.

Stuart discusses his story of how he started Javelin Block and what his principal aims for Javelin Block are.

EP.91 - Downtown Den: Liverpool Professionals Power Panel

Downtown in Business hosted an online 'invite-only' Professionals Power Panel event that discussed the city's Recovery Plan and how businesses can adapt to future challenges.

The discussion was led by leading HR expert Victoria Brown, Managing Partner of Begbies Traynor – Liverpool, Keith Tully and Corporate lawyer Denise Walker.

EP.90 - Downtown Den: Eamonn Boylan in the Downtown Den

Downtown Chief Executive was joined in the Downtown Den by the Chief Executive of Greater Manchester Combined Authority, Eamonn Boylan.

EP.89 - Downtown Den: John James in the Downtown Den

John James, the Managing Director of Soho Estates talks to us about his campaign to save the hospitality industry - the Soho Summer Street Festival. Along the way, he reveals David Bowie's reason for visiting the famous Embassy Club, the 'King of Soho', Paul Raymond's business philosophy, and the role they played in helping establish the Soho House brand. A conversation with someone who has been at the centre of London's property development for decades, this is one not to miss.

EP.88 - Downtown Den: Tim Andrews in the Downtown Den

Downtown Birmingham Chair, Paul Cadman was joined in the Downtown Den by Hollywood Monster chairman, Tim Andrews.

Paul & Tim discuss a variety of topics including LoveBrum, whom Tim is the Chairman of Trustees for.

EP.87 - Downtown Den: Claire Liddy in the Downtown Den

Claire Liddy, Director of Operational Finance at Alder Hey Children's Hospital, joined Downtown CEO, Frank McKenna for the latest Downtown Den discussion.

EP.86 - Downtown Den: Sean Keyes in the Downtown Den

Downtown CEO, Frank McKenna caught up with Managing Director of Sutcliffe, Sean Keyes.