pod with a purpose
Welcome to the Churchill Group podcast 'pod with a purpose' hosted by Jaime Lloyd-Jones, Head of Internal Comms. The main purpose of this podcast is to share key stories, updates and information from across our group of specialist businesses. With a selection of different guests, each episode will focus on one main purpose or theme.
Episodes
38 episodes
Shape what’s next: The Employee Transition Council
In this episode, we introduce the Employee Transition Council and what it means for our business. Joined by the Council’s Chair, Darren Read and Vice Chair, Hannah Bridgman, we explore why the Council was created, how it will give colleagues a ...
The role of Mental Health First Aiders
In this episode, we explore how Churchill Group supports colleague wellbeing through its Mental Health First Aider (MHFA) network. Joined by Lynzie Kane and some of our trained MHFAs, we unpack what MHFAs do, how they offer early, confidential ...
Supporting wellbeing through TRiM
In this episode, we explore how Southeastern Railway supports colleague wellbeing through Trauma Risk Management (TRiM). The host is joined by a TRiM Practitioner to unpack what TRiM is, why it was introduced, and how it helps colleagues follow...
Supporting menopause in the workplace
In this episode, Jaime is joined by Lynzie Kane, Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion Manager, and Deb Smith, Menopause Advocate, to explore menopause awareness in the workplace. Lynzie and Deb share insights into the menopause advocate program...
Growing talent in IT and digital
In this episode, Jaime is joined by Aimee Jagger from QA Apprenticeships to celebrate Apprenticeship Week. Aimee shares her experiences of supporting apprentices in IT and digital roles, highlighting success stories where apprenticeships have t...
Shaping stories, building connections! Meet our new Content Creator
In this episode of Pod with a Purpose, host Jaime Lloyd-Jones welcomes Rachel Hercock, our new Content Creator. Rachel will be leading the charge on storytelling across blogs, social media, and digital channels, helping us share the incredible ...
Taking off with FM in the aviation sector
In this episode of Pod with a Purpose, host Jaime Lloyd-Jones sits down with Ausra Baltrusaityte, Service Delivery Director for Transport. The conversation explores our entry into the aviation sector, what makes it such a unique environment, ho...
AI and working with Symantiq
In this episode of Pod with a Purpose, host Jaime Lloyd-Jones sits down with Nigel Potter, Director of Strategy, and Mohsin Lahkim, Founder of Symantiq. Together, they explore the world of artificial intelligence, discuss its role in modern bus...
ESG Report Cheat Sheet
In this episode of Pod with a Purpose, host Jaime Lloyd-Jones is joined by Hannah Dales, Head of Environment, to unpack the story behind the numbers in our 2024 ESG Report. From electric fleets to science-based targets and sustainable supply ch...
Breaking barriers: The truth about social hiring
In this episode of Pod with a Purpose, host Jaime Lloyd-Jones sits down with Charlotte Macdonald and Karen Hopley to bust some of the biggest myths around social hiring. From ex-offenders to care leavers, survivors of domestic abuse to ve...
Carrot: Smarter Waste Management
In this episode of Pod with a Purpose, we’re diving into the future of waste management with Cyrus Annan from West One and Tom Farrell, our Environment Manager. We’ll explore Carrot, some innovative software that’s helping businesses make smart...
Teamwork and triumphs in customer service
In this episode, Jaime chats with Thomas Brittain, National Accounts Administrator and Louise Stubbs, HelpPoint Administrator. The purpose is to explore their day-to-day roles, the importance of teamwork, and what it takes to deliver exceptiona...
Celebrating one year as an employee owned business
In this episode, Jaime chats with James and Darren. The purpose is to explore some of the highlights from the past year of being an employee owned business and answer some of the frequently asked questions from colleagues. Highlights include di...
Behind the scenes of our annual Shining Star Awards
In this episode, Jaime chats with Lindsay Pateman, Head of HR and Lynzie Wills, Wellbeing, Diversity & Inclusion Manager. The purpose is to find out what goes on behind the scenes when planning our annual Shining Star Awards and what we can...
Empowering veterans in their career transitions
In this episode, Jaime chats with Phil Matis, Director in the North and Scotland. The purpose is to explore how Churchill Group supports ex-military colleagues transitioning into a career in the FM industry. Highlights include discussing...
Insights from Make Ready's Operations Director
In this episode, Jaime chats with Rufus Fidgeon, Operations Director at Make Ready. The purpose is to explore Make Ready, how they use technology and the different ways they celebrate successes as a team. Highlights include an example of a chal...
Everything tech
In this episode, Jaime chats with James Bagguley, Technical Services Director at Amulet. The purpose is to understand the role of Amulet Technical and some of its recent innovations. Highlights include learning about the bespoke 24/7 remote sec...
I make a difference: The Bid team
Welcome back to our 'I make a difference (IMAD)' podcast mini-series. The purpose of this series is to explore different colleagues from across our group of specialist businesses and the role they play in achieving our collective goals. I...
Exploring the mosaic committee with Dave Herpe
In this episode, Jaime chats with Dave Herpe QHSE Business Partner for Chequers. The purpose is to explore what it means to be part of the Mosaic committee and its role in our business. Highlights include the correlation between mental health a...
The power of apprenticeships
In this episode, Jaime chats with Phoebe Hickinbottom, L&D Advisor at Churchill. The purpose is to understand the apprenticeship programme at Churchill, how to get involved and what resources are available. Highlights include Phoebe's top t...
Portfolio: What 'proudly delivering more' means
In this episode, Jaime chats with Charlotte Parr Director and Jodie Philips-Turner Operations Director. The purpose is to understand the ‘more’ behind Portfolio’s ‘proudly delivering more’ tagline and the differences between them and Churchill ...