The Downtown Den Podcast

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.

EP.85 - Downtown Den: Birmingham Property Club

Downtown in Business gathered some of Birmingham leading business personalities from the property sector.

The discussion chaired by James Forrester (Barrows & Forrester, Stripe Homes), covered several topics including what the future holds for property developments in the city and surrounding areas and how the city might change on a commercial level.

EP.84 - Downtown Den: Phil Malthouse in the Downtown Den

Downtown CEO, Frank McKenna caught up with Brock Carmichael Partner, Phil Malthouse.

EP.83 - Downtown Den: Communications, branding and content: Ask the Experts

DIB was joined in the #DowntownDen by Oli Hills (Updates Media), Abi Swindell (Electric House), Kim Leary (Squibble) and Amrit Singh (Rebel Creatives).

These four leading digital personalities discussed how you can effectively communicate your brand, personal and professional, above all the noise.

Visit:

www.updatesmedia.com

www.electrichouse.co.uk

squibble.design

www.rebelcreatives.co

EP.82 - Downtown Den: Andy Bounds in the Downtown Den

The Downtown Den welcomed motivational speaker, Andy Bounds back for a second discussion with Downtown CEO, Frank McKenna.

Andy shared several tips on how you and your business can REACH your targets by following a few simple steps.

For more information on Andy and to receive his weekly 'Tuesday Tips' visit www.andybounds.com

EP.81 - Downtown Den: Space Modular

Downtown CEO spoke to Director of Space Modular, Ian Ambrose.

Ian tells us what Modular Housing is and explains how the company has thrived during the COVID-19 crisis.

For more information on Space Modular visit https://space-modular.com/home/

EP.80 - Downtown Den: Professor Michael Parkinson in the Downtown Den

Professor Michael Parkinson is one of the most respected figures in the world of regeneration and cities. Here he talks to DIB chief Frank McKenna about his fascinating career, and talks of his experiences in working with major cities across Europe to help them achieve their maximum potential.