http://podmaster.co.uk/shows.php?id=9 Podcasts featuring the latest news from the world of business and finance brought to you by podmaster.co.uk 60 en-gb Ã,© podmaster.co.uk info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Wed, 19 Jul 2006 10:27:16 GMT Fri, 27 Oct 2006 15:43:49 GMT Business & Finance Podmaster http://podmaster.co.uk/assets/images/channel/thumbnail/9.jpg http://podmaster.co.uk/shows.php?id=9 100 100 no Business, Finance, Podcast, Podmaster, News World Podcasts featuring the latest news from the world of business and finance brought to you by podmaster.co.uk podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Podcasts featuring the latest news from the world of business and finance brought to you by podmaster.co.uk The Podmaster info@podmaster.co.uk How to make a PPI Claim (Payment Protection Insurance) Watch this HowTo.tv video to see if you're eligible for money back Have you taken out a loan or credit card from a bank or building society? Are you one of the 2 million people who have been sold insurance they don't need and can't use? You may have been recommended to take out something called Payment Protection Insurance (PPI). It helps borrowers to meet the repayments of a loan if they are unable to keep up repayments due to accident, sickness or unemployment. This works in theory, but in practice many people have had their claims turned down due to policy clauses and exclusions. The Office of Fair Trading estimates that there are around 20 million policies currently in force, with as many as 7.5 million further policies being sold every year. The profit the industry makes each year from the sale of PPI policies is estimated to be £5 billion. The Financial Services Authority (FSA) have fined a number of High Street Banks and Building Societies for Mis-selling PPI which means you may now claim back the payments you have made. In the following video, an expert from Belmont Thornton explains who is eligible to apply for money back. For more information visit www.ppiclaimcompany.co.uk http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=283 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=283 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 19:21:56 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Watch this HowTo.tv video to see if you're eligible for money back 00:01:46 How to make a PPI Claim (Payment Protection Insurance) Watch this HowTo.tv video to see if you're eligible for money back Have you taken out a loan or credit card from a bank or building society? Are you one of the 2 million people who have been sold insurance they don't need and can't use? You may have been recommended to take out something called Payment Protection Insurance (PPI). It helps borrowers to meet the repayments of a loan if they are unable to keep up repayments due to accident, sickness or unemployment. This works in theory, but in practice many people have had their claims turned down due to policy clauses and exclusions. The Office of Fair Trading estimates that there are around 20 million policies currently in force, with as many as 7.5 million further policies being sold every year. The profit the industry makes each year from the sale of PPI policies is estimated to be £5 billion. The Financial Services Authority (FSA) have fined a number of High Street Banks and Building Societies for Mis-selling PPI which means you may now claim back the payments you have made. In the following video, an expert from Belmont Thornton explains who is eligible to apply for money back. For more information visit www.ppiclaimcompany.co.uk no ppi,payment protection,insurance,loan,credit,fsa,b How to make a PPI Claim (Payment Protection Insurance) f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Watch this HowTo.tv video to see if you're eligible for money back ppi,payment protection,insurance,loan,credit,fsa,b How to make a PPI Claim (Payment Protection Insurance) Watch this HowTo.tv video to see if you're eligible for money back Have you taken out a loan or credit card from a bank or building society? Are you one of the 2 million people who have been sold insurance they don't need and can't use? You may have been recommended to take out something called Payment Protection Insurance (PPI). It helps borrowers to meet the repayments of a loan if they are unable to keep up repayments due to accident, sickness or unemployment. This works in theory, but in practice many people have had their claims turned down due to policy clauses and exclusions. The Office of Fair Trading estimates that there are around 20 million policies currently in force, with as many as 7.5 million further policies being sold every year. The profit the industry makes each year from the sale of PPI policies is estimated to be £5 billion. The Financial Services Authority (FSA) have fined a number of High Street Banks and Building Societies for Mis-selling PPI which means you may now claim back the payments you have made. In the following video, an expert from Belmont Thornton explains who is eligible to apply for money back. For more information visit www.ppiclaimcompany.co.uk Business & Finance/Business News The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=219 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=219 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:37:44 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. 00:11:32 The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. no iab, mobile, advertise, advertising, advertize, ad Mobile Advertising f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. iab, mobile, advertise, advertising, advertize, ad The Final Podcast in a series of three investigating expanding area of Mobile technology in internet advertising. Opinions are taken from delegates at last years IAB 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. Business & Finance/Business News The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=218 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=218 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:34:56 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. 00:13:04 The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. no iab, social media The Practicalities of Social Media f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. iab, social media The second in a series of three Podcasts focussing on the Practicalities of Social Media in Internet advertising as discussed by delegates at last years IAB Engage 2008 Conference - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. Business & Finance/Business News One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=217 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=217 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 15:39:03 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. 00:11:35 One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. no iab, brand Are Brands in Control f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. iab, brand One in a series of three podcasts which brings together some of the major themes behind last year's IAB Engage 08 conference - where delegates pondered the question of 'Who is in Control' - go to www.iabuk.net for more information. Business & Finance/Business News In an impassioned cry for support from the engine room of British business, three out of ten SMEs fear they will not be here in 12 months time. Yet the same study of more than 1,000 businesses across the UK reveals a new tribe of 'Super SMEs' who are booming through increasingly tough market conditions. Crucially, the report investigates what Super SMEs and struggling businesses did differently as the slowdown first loomed on the horizon. In doing so the report which delivers an action plan for business survival. ( Downloadable here: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice) The plan is comprised of a ten-point checklist for anyone running their own business and includes tips on where to concentrate investment and what to prioritise when the chips are down, using the Super SMEs as the template for success. David Molian of Cranfield School of Management and leading business luminaries contribute to the report commissioned by workplace telecoms specialist Plantronics, alongside Super SME case studies revealing their own strategies for success in a downturn. "The overall picture from the study is even more serious than I would have predicted", Molian comments, adding that "the small number of super-performers will be the engine of growth for our economy and they share a common management philosophy: they invest in their staff". While six out of ten SMEs brace themselves for negative growth in the next year, attitudes towards business critical issues such as diversification, flexible working, IT infrastructure and marketing cannot be ignored. Indeed, 62% of all SMEs have never had to face a slowdown before and are looking with increasing urgency for actionable advice and insight on challenging business decisions. The study has been translated into a compelling blueprint for survival 'The Rise of The Super SME : A Guide to Plain Sailing through the Recession' which is available for download alongside a video featuring David Molian helping to navigate your way through the key outcomes and tips for business success. So, what does it take to become a super SME? As well as hearing from leading experts we go behind the scenes at one to reveal some canny tips for survival. For more information visit: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=212 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=212 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:25:58 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) As the slowdown slips inexorably into recession a landmark study explores the vital ingredients of small businesses bucking the trend and thriving through the crisis. 00:03:06 In an impassioned cry for support from the engine room of British business, three out of ten SMEs fear they will not be here in 12 months time. Yet the same study of more than 1,000 businesses across the UK reveals a new tribe of 'Super SMEs' who are booming through increasingly tough market conditions. Crucially, the report investigates what Super SMEs and struggling businesses did differently as the slowdown first loomed on the horizon. In doing so the report which delivers an action plan for business survival. ( Downloadable here: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice) The plan is comprised of a ten-point checklist for anyone running their own business and includes tips on where to concentrate investment and what to prioritise when the chips are down, using the Super SMEs as the template for success. David Molian of Cranfield School of Management and leading business luminaries contribute to the report commissioned by workplace telecoms specialist Plantronics, alongside Super SME case studies revealing their own strategies for success in a downturn. "The overall picture from the study is even more serious than I would have predicted", Molian comments, adding that "the small number of super-performers will be the engine of growth for our economy and they share a common management philosophy: they invest in their staff". While six out of ten SMEs brace themselves for negative growth in the next year, attitudes towards business critical issues such as diversification, flexible working, IT infrastructure and marketing cannot be ignored. Indeed, 62% of all SMEs have never had to face a slowdown before and are looking with increasing urgency for actionable advice and insight on challenging business decisions. The study has been translated into a compelling blueprint for survival 'The Rise of The Super SME : A Guide to Plain Sailing through the Recession' which is available for download alongside a video featuring David Molian helping to navigate your way through the key outcomes and tips for business success. So, what does it take to become a super SME? As well as hearing from leading experts we go behind the scenes at one to reveal some canny tips for survival. For more information visit: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice no plantronics, SME Global Slowdown : The Perfect Storm for the rise of Super SMEs? f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk As the slowdown slips inexorably into recession a landmark study explores the vital ingredients of small businesses bucking the trend and thriving through the crisis. plantronics, SME In an impassioned cry for support from the engine room of British business, three out of ten SMEs fear they will not be here in 12 months time. Yet the same study of more than 1,000 businesses across the UK reveals a new tribe of 'Super SMEs' who are booming through increasingly tough market conditions. Crucially, the report investigates what Super SMEs and struggling businesses did differently as the slowdown first loomed on the horizon. In doing so the report which delivers an action plan for business survival. ( Downloadable here: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice) The plan is comprised of a ten-point checklist for anyone running their own business and includes tips on where to concentrate investment and what to prioritise when the chips are down, using the Super SMEs as the template for success. David Molian of Cranfield School of Management and leading business luminaries contribute to the report commissioned by workplace telecoms specialist Plantronics, alongside Super SME case studies revealing their own strategies for success in a downturn. "The overall picture from the study is even more serious than I would have predicted", Molian comments, adding that "the small number of super-performers will be the engine of growth for our economy and they share a common management philosophy: they invest in their staff". While six out of ten SMEs brace themselves for negative growth in the next year, attitudes towards business critical issues such as diversification, flexible working, IT infrastructure and marketing cannot be ignored. Indeed, 62% of all SMEs have never had to face a slowdown before and are looking with increasing urgency for actionable advice and insight on challenging business decisions. The study has been translated into a compelling blueprint for survival 'The Rise of The Super SME : A Guide to Plain Sailing through the Recession' which is available for download alongside a video featuring David Molian helping to navigate your way through the key outcomes and tips for business success. So, what does it take to become a super SME? As well as hearing from leading experts we go behind the scenes at one to reveal some canny tips for survival. For more information visit: http://www.be-a-super-sme.com/advice Business & Finance/Business News Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=191 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=191 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:52:41 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Tips on how to ensure you cope during the economic downturn 00:03:03 Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn no CIMA, Ray Perry British Business determined to Weather the Storm f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Tips on how to ensure you cope during the economic downturn CIMA, Ray Perry Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn News & Media/Business Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=190 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=190 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 13:50:34 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Tips on how to ensure your business copes during the economic downturn 00:03:19 Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn no CIMA, Ray Perry British Business determined to Weather the Storm f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Tips on how to ensure your business copes during the economic downturn CIMA, Ray Perry Despite the tales of economic woe, a benchmark survey of leading British finance directors shows the majority of firms are weathering the storm and determined to come out the other side. Although there is much talk of redundancies, only a fifth of firms sampled by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) have reduced their workforce in the past year. Three quarters also predict headcount will stay the same or even grow in the next 12 months. The majority appears to be investing their way out of a recession with between 70 - 80% of firms planning to maintain or increase spending on marketing, staff training and capital expenditure. This is certainly reassuring if you have been worried about what the future holds for you because of the economic situation. Many of us are fearing that we will either have to cut back on staff, lose our jobs or that we have no hope of having a career in the future, however despite the high profile redundancies taking place, we are actually more secure then we are lead to believe. Here to offer advice on coping with economic downturn is Director of CIMA, Ray Perry. Whether you are an employer, an employee or a student who is unsure of his or hers future, then watch Ray's tips on how you can beat the recession and look forward to a brighter future. For more information go to: www.cimaglobal.cm/downturn News & Media/Business On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik & Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is pensions expert Hannah Edwards For more information visit www.killik.com http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=185 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=185 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 16:16:53 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Pensions expert Hannah Edwards gives her top tips on how to be prepared 00:01:02 On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik & Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is pensions expert Hannah Edwards For more information visit www.killik.com yes killik and co, pension Pensions Law Change f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Pensions expert Hannah Edwards gives her top tips on how to be prepared killik and co, pension On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik & Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is pensions expert Hannah Edwards For more information visit www.killik.com Business & Finance/Business News On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik and Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is TV's independent financial expert, Alvin Hall: For more information visit www.killik.com http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=184 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=184 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 17:06:35 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Alvin Hall explains the new pension law that could affect you 00:03:59 On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik and Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is TV's independent financial expert, Alvin Hall: For more information visit www.killik.com no killik and co, alvin hall, pension Are you ready for October 1st? f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Alvin Hall explains the new pension law that could affect you killik and co, alvin hall, pension On the 1st October of this year, the government will give those who have contracted out of the state second pension greater control over planning for their retirement. What does this mean? Over the years many of us with pensions have opted out of S2P - or SERPS as it used to be known. This is the second part of the state pension into which our National Insurance contributions are made. The technical name for this is Protected Rights and until now where this money could be invested has been governed by strict rules. Now that the government has changed the rules, individuals have a much greater choice of where to invest their money. Vehicles now permitted include commercial property, Unit Trusts, Investment debentures and warrants - many of which have performed significantly better than the managed pension funds currently invested in. So what should you do on the 1st October? According to the results of a survey released by independent investment strategists Killik and Co, half of people with a pension never check its performance with even more having no idea of what they have in their fund. 78% of us have no kind of pension strategy yet this major change in the law could impact on how much money we have in retirement. Here to explain how the law will affect you and offer advice on where to invest your money, is TV's independent financial expert, Alvin Hall: For more information visit www.killik.com Business & Finance/Business News If you're starting University this year, chances are you'll be taking control of your finances for the first time. Independent financial expert and all-round guru Alvin Hall is here to give you his top 5 tips on keeping an eye on the pennies during your studies, brought to you courtesy of LloydsTSB Student Accounts. www.lloydstsb.com/student http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=171 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=171 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 17:15:23 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Get on top of your uni finances with independent financial expert Alvin Hall 00:03:39 If you're starting University this year, chances are you'll be taking control of your finances for the first time. Independent financial expert and all-round guru Alvin Hall is here to give you his top 5 tips on keeping an eye on the pennies during your studies, brought to you courtesy of LloydsTSB Student Accounts. www.lloydstsb.com/student no Student finance, money, bank accounts, banking, sa Students, make the most of your money! f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Get on top of your uni finances with independent financial expert Alvin Hall Student finance, money, bank accounts, banking, sa If you're starting University this year, chances are you'll be taking control of your finances for the first time. Independent financial expert and all-round guru Alvin Hall is here to give you his top 5 tips on keeping an eye on the pennies during your studies, brought to you courtesy of LloydsTSB Student Accounts. www.lloydstsb.com/student Business & Finance/Business News It's a fact. Flexible working is all the rage, and for good reason. Chaining employees to their desks and ruling their working lives with an iron fist is a practice that's dead and buried. Having said that bosses shouldn't feel pressured to give away perks that lower productivity. Flexible working doesn't mean letting your team turn up when they want, surf the internet all day or take long luxurious lunches. A "well run" organisation makes its staff want to come to work in the mornings, work hard during the day, and feel rewarded when they leave at night. The trick is to boost morale by helping your team to work smarter, and it doesn't take drastic changes to make a big difference. Perks should be constructive and mutually beneficial. A few subtle upgrades or tweaks here and there will enhance productivity and staff drive no end. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=140 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=140 Fri, 16 May 2008 13:47:13 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Listen to our podcast that features insightful comment from a pair of leading lights in the world of business. They examine the issues that businesses face day-to-day and the continuing challenges and trends that are encountered in the modern workpla 00:07:19 It's a fact. Flexible working is all the rage, and for good reason. Chaining employees to their desks and ruling their working lives with an iron fist is a practice that's dead and buried. Having said that bosses shouldn't feel pressured to give away perks that lower productivity. Flexible working doesn't mean letting your team turn up when they want, surf the internet all day or take long luxurious lunches. A "well run" organisation makes its staff want to come to work in the mornings, work hard during the day, and feel rewarded when they leave at night. The trick is to boost morale by helping your team to work smarter, and it doesn't take drastic changes to make a big difference. Perks should be constructive and mutually beneficial. A few subtle upgrades or tweaks here and there will enhance productivity and staff drive no end. no business, workplace, flexible, Smarter ways of working f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Listen to our podcast that features insightful comment from a pair of leading lights in the world of business. They examine the issues that businesses face day-to-day and the continuing challenges and trends that are encountered in the modern workpla business, workplace, flexible, It's a fact. Flexible working is all the rage, and for good reason. Chaining employees to their desks and ruling their working lives with an iron fist is a practice that's dead and buried. Having said that bosses shouldn't feel pressured to give away perks that lower productivity. Flexible working doesn't mean letting your team turn up when they want, surf the internet all day or take long luxurious lunches. A "well run" organisation makes its staff want to come to work in the mornings, work hard during the day, and feel rewarded when they leave at night. The trick is to boost morale by helping your team to work smarter, and it doesn't take drastic changes to make a big difference. Perks should be constructive and mutually beneficial. A few subtle upgrades or tweaks here and there will enhance productivity and staff drive no end. Business & Finance/Business News Internet & Technology/Technology News Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=118 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=118 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:54:00 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Female Scientist and university professor and a mentee from one of her schemes 00:03:26 Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. no women science work Amrita Ahlwuwalia f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Female Scientist and university professor and a mentee from one of her schemes women science work Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. News & Media/Business High-tech toys aren’t just for boys Schools career advisor and girls who have taken work experience in SET industries http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=117 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=117 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:03:53 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Schools career advisor and girls who have taken work experience in SET industries 00:05:19 High-tech toys aren’t just for boys Schools career advisor and girls who have taken work experience in SET industries no women work Jive with Lorna Aitken f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Schools career advisor and girls who have taken work experience in SET industries women work High-tech toys aren’t just for boys Schools career advisor and girls who have taken work experience in SET industries Business & Finance/Business News In the post-feminist world such dreams should not be out of reach, and yet in the science, engineering and technology (SET) industries women still make up only a pitiful 18% of the workforce. If you are looking for a new challenge and want a decent wage into the bargain, then why not consider SET as an option? Or consider a women for your next position. Elspeth will be telling us about the course she ran for women returning to work after having a family proving that whatever your situation, it’s never too late to change your career and the rest of your life. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=116 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=116 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 17:01:08 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Imperial college head of careers and a woman returning to work after 16 years looking after a family 00:03:22 In the post-feminist world such dreams should not be out of reach, and yet in the science, engineering and technology (SET) industries women still make up only a pitiful 18% of the workforce. If you are looking for a new challenge and want a decent wage into the bargain, then why not consider SET as an option? Or consider a women for your next position. Elspeth will be telling us about the course she ran for women returning to work after having a family proving that whatever your situation, it’s never too late to change your career and the rest of your life. no women, work Jive with Elspeth Farrar f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Imperial college head of careers and a woman returning to work after 16 years looking after a family women, work In the post-feminist world such dreams should not be out of reach, and yet in the science, engineering and technology (SET) industries women still make up only a pitiful 18% of the workforce. If you are looking for a new challenge and want a decent wage into the bargain, then why not consider SET as an option? Or consider a women for your next position. Elspeth will be telling us about the course she ran for women returning to work after having a family proving that whatever your situation, it’s never too late to change your career and the rest of your life. Business & Finance/Business News Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. Mark Andrews of NG Bailey, one of the country’s largest construction companies and works with male and female builders talks about the need for more women in the industry. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=115 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=115 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 16:05:34 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) CEO of NG Bailey (construction company) discussing more women in the workplace 00:03:39 Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. Mark Andrews of NG Bailey, one of the country’s largest construction companies and works with male and female builders talks about the need for more women in the industry. no women, work Jive with Mark Andrews f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk CEO of NG Bailey (construction company) discussing more women in the workplace women, work Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. Mark Andrews of NG Bailey, one of the country’s largest construction companies and works with male and female builders talks about the need for more women in the industry. News & Media/Business Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. From here you can download this series of exclusive videos in which people working in SET roles give you their unique perspective on the industry and all it has to offer women. You will hear from the likes of Cosmetics Scientist, Helene Hine, who’ll be taking time out from the test tubes to talk to us about what working in science is like. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=114 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=114 Tue, 12 Feb 2008 15:43:52 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Cosmetic Scientist talks about her role and being in a male dominated environment 00:02:29 Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. From here you can download this series of exclusive videos in which people working in SET roles give you their unique perspective on the industry and all it has to offer women. You will hear from the likes of Cosmetics Scientist, Helene Hine, who’ll be taking time out from the test tubes to talk to us about what working in science is like. no women, work, science Jive with Helen Hine f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Cosmetic Scientist talks about her role and being in a male dominated environment women, work, science Have you ever thought about becoming a space scientist? Or working at the cutting-edge of technology creating gadgets that will become high street favourites? Or maybe you are looking to educate or employ talented people in this area and don’t know where to start. From here you can download this series of exclusive videos in which people working in SET roles give you their unique perspective on the industry and all it has to offer women. You will hear from the likes of Cosmetics Scientist, Helene Hine, who’ll be taking time out from the test tubes to talk to us about what working in science is like. News & Media/Business How delegates regard the Mobile phone handset as a major force in advertising and consumer engagement with brands and brand experience. Then looking further into the future to see if the mobile can keep up with the pace of the internet For further information visit www.iabuk.net http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=106 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=106 Wed, 09 Jan 2008 16:50:20 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Experts from the mobile Phone Industry give their insights into effectiveness of current mobile advertising and whether there is a future for advertising in this medium. 00:11:40 How delegates regard the Mobile phone handset as a major force in advertising and consumer engagement with brands and brand experience. Then looking further into the future to see if the mobile can keep up with the pace of the internet For further information visit www.iabuk.net no marketing, phone, advertising Mobile Marketing in the UK f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Experts from the mobile Phone Industry give their insights into effectiveness of current mobile advertising and whether there is a future for advertising in this medium. marketing, phone, advertising How delegates regard the Mobile phone handset as a major force in advertising and consumer engagement with brands and brand experience. Then looking further into the future to see if the mobile can keep up with the pace of the internet For further information visit www.iabuk.net Business & Finance/Business News How well are City agencies prepared for the slow down due to the credit crunch With M&A work slowing up in the market, what other work are agencies looking at right now What sort of challenges are agencies facing right now (ithin financial services) Is this a cyclical phenomenon Is this a time for investors to get involved Should companies be putting in the work now to ensure they have longevity http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=103 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=103 Mon, 31 Dec 2007 12:24:49 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The way City agencies are preparing for the potential slow down in business with Tim Jackaman from Greentarget 00:05:39 How well are City agencies prepared for the slow down due to the credit crunch With M&A work slowing up in the market, what other work are agencies looking at right now What sort of challenges are agencies facing right now (ithin financial services) Is this a cyclical phenomenon Is this a time for investors to get involved Should companies be putting in the work now to ensure they have longevity no PR Week, business PRWeek video podcast with Tim Jackaman f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The way City agencies are preparing for the potential slow down in business with Tim Jackaman from Greentarget PR Week, business How well are City agencies prepared for the slow down due to the credit crunch With M&A work slowing up in the market, what other work are agencies looking at right now What sort of challenges are agencies facing right now (ithin financial services) Is this a cyclical phenomenon Is this a time for investors to get involved Should companies be putting in the work now to ensure they have longevity Business & Finance/Business News News & Media/Business How internet advertisers are looking beyond a traditional web 2.0 campaign to engage with the empowered consumer who is now well acquainted with social media sites such as Facebook and Myspace For further information visit www.iabuk.net http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=101 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=101 Mon, 24 Dec 2007 12:46:48 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) An investigation into the impact of Social Media on internet advertising 00:13:33 How internet advertisers are looking beyond a traditional web 2.0 campaign to engage with the empowered consumer who is now well acquainted with social media sites such as Facebook and Myspace For further information visit www.iabuk.net no internet, advertisers, web 2.0, social media, cons Moving Beyond Web 2.0 f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk An investigation into the impact of Social Media on internet advertising internet, advertisers, web 2.0, social media, cons How internet advertisers are looking beyond a traditional web 2.0 campaign to engage with the empowered consumer who is now well acquainted with social media sites such as Facebook and Myspace For further information visit www.iabuk.net Business & Finance/Business News Internet & Technology/Technology News News & Media/Business A Podcast summarising aspects of the recent IAB Engage 07 conference reviewing the growing trends in new technologies and forecasting trends in consumer engagement For further information visit www.iabuk.net http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=100 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=100 Mon, 24 Dec 2007 12:39:35 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) How advertisers engage with an increasingly technologically minded consumer 00:14:49 A Podcast summarising aspects of the recent IAB Engage 07 conference reviewing the growing trends in new technologies and forecasting trends in consumer engagement For further information visit www.iabuk.net no IAB, marketing, internet, conference The Future of Internet Marketing f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk How advertisers engage with an increasingly technologically minded consumer IAB, marketing, internet, conference A Podcast summarising aspects of the recent IAB Engage 07 conference reviewing the growing trends in new technologies and forecasting trends in consumer engagement For further information visit www.iabuk.net Internet & Technology/Technology News Business & Finance/Business News With research showing that over half of us only check their bank balance once a week and a shocking 1 in 5 only check their balance once a month, it's clear we're in need of some financial guidance. Most of us have no idea of our financial status when we make a purchase and this lack of control has resulted in over a third of the UK population going accidentally overdrawn. The research conducted by Monilink also found that over a quarter of Brits have had sleepless nights over their finances, if you are one of these poor souls, don't worry. Help is at hand! Click here to watch Lawrence Gold from TV's "The Bank of Mum and Dad" share his top tips on bettering your finances. He offers simple and easy to follow tips such as separating your essentials from your non- essentials, and making sure that you check your balance at least once a week. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=99 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=99 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 11:27:32 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) TV expert Lawrence Gold offers up his top finance tips 00:02:45 With research showing that over half of us only check their bank balance once a week and a shocking 1 in 5 only check their balance once a month, it's clear we're in need of some financial guidance. Most of us have no idea of our financial status when we make a purchase and this lack of control has resulted in over a third of the UK population going accidentally overdrawn. The research conducted by Monilink also found that over a quarter of Brits have had sleepless nights over their finances, if you are one of these poor souls, don't worry. Help is at hand! Click here to watch Lawrence Gold from TV's "The Bank of Mum and Dad" share his top tips on bettering your finances. He offers simple and easy to follow tips such as separating your essentials from your non- essentials, and making sure that you check your balance at least once a week. no Christmas, finance, money, budget Get clever with your cash f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk TV expert Lawrence Gold offers up his top finance tips Christmas, finance, money, budget With research showing that over half of us only check their bank balance once a week and a shocking 1 in 5 only check their balance once a month, it's clear we're in need of some financial guidance. Most of us have no idea of our financial status when we make a purchase and this lack of control has resulted in over a third of the UK population going accidentally overdrawn. The research conducted by Monilink also found that over a quarter of Brits have had sleepless nights over their finances, if you are one of these poor souls, don't worry. Help is at hand! Click here to watch Lawrence Gold from TV's "The Bank of Mum and Dad" share his top tips on bettering your finances. He offers simple and easy to follow tips such as separating your essentials from your non- essentials, and making sure that you check your balance at least once a week. News & Media/Business The Westbury Property Fund Limited (‘Westbury’), the commercial property and ports company, announces a proposed merger1 with Eddie Stobart Group (‘Eddie Stobart’), one of the most recognised brands2 in the UK. The new, enlarged company, to be known as Stobart Group Limited, will have net assets of over £250m. The merger brings together two companies which see huge commercial and environmental benefits of combining road transport and storage with rail freight and waterborne transport systems, thereby offering customers a truly integrated transport and logistics solution. Westbury brings a port development site in Runcorn, a rail freight operating business and a rail terminal in Widnes. Westbury has a strong balance sheet, an experienced Board and an established following from some leading City investors. Eddie Stobart has a modern, well-invested fleet of more than 1,500 trailers and 900 trucks (tractor units), each christened with its own, unique female name. The business also has circa 2.6 million square feet of storage space across a network of over 27 operating sites (including 10 customer sites) across the UK and one site in Belgium as well as its own rail operations. Since 2004, Eddie Stobart has been run by the founder’s son, William Stobart and his school-friend and business-partner, Andrew Tinkler. Eddie Stobart will continue with the same strong management group, with Andrew Tinkler becoming Chief Executive Officer and William Stobart becoming Chief Operating Officer. The combined group will have an established portfolio of long-term, big-brand customers, including Tesco, Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson and Sarah Lee, employing more than 2,000 people across the UK - principally in Carlisle, Daventry, Runcorn, Widnes and Warrington. At Widnes, in the North West, the combined group plans to develop over one million square feet of additional warehousing space which could create in excess of 1,000 new jobs. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=98 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=98 Thu, 29 Nov 2007 11:10:05 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Stobart Group Limited to be created through a proposed merger of The Westbury Property Fund Limited and Eddie Stobart Group 00:00:40 The Westbury Property Fund Limited (‘Westbury’), the commercial property and ports company, announces a proposed merger1 with Eddie Stobart Group (‘Eddie Stobart’), one of the most recognised brands2 in the UK. The new, enlarged company, to be known as Stobart Group Limited, will have net assets of over £250m. The merger brings together two companies which see huge commercial and environmental benefits of combining road transport and storage with rail freight and waterborne transport systems, thereby offering customers a truly integrated transport and logistics solution. Westbury brings a port development site in Runcorn, a rail freight operating business and a rail terminal in Widnes. Westbury has a strong balance sheet, an experienced Board and an established following from some leading City investors. Eddie Stobart has a modern, well-invested fleet of more than 1,500 trailers and 900 trucks (tractor units), each christened with its own, unique female name. The business also has circa 2.6 million square feet of storage space across a network of over 27 operating sites (including 10 customer sites) across the UK and one site in Belgium as well as its own rail operations. Since 2004, Eddie Stobart has been run by the founder’s son, William Stobart and his school-friend and business-partner, Andrew Tinkler. Eddie Stobart will continue with the same strong management group, with Andrew Tinkler becoming Chief Executive Officer and William Stobart becoming Chief Operating Officer. The combined group will have an established portfolio of long-term, big-brand customers, including Tesco, Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson and Sarah Lee, employing more than 2,000 people across the UK - principally in Carlisle, Daventry, Runcorn, Widnes and Warrington. At Widnes, in the North West, the combined group plans to develop over one million square feet of additional warehousing space which could create in excess of 1,000 new jobs. no EDDIE STOBART, stock exchange EDDIE STOBART COMING TO THE STOCK MARKET f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Stobart Group Limited to be created through a proposed merger of The Westbury Property Fund Limited and Eddie Stobart Group EDDIE STOBART, stock exchange The Westbury Property Fund Limited (‘Westbury’), the commercial property and ports company, announces a proposed merger1 with Eddie Stobart Group (‘Eddie Stobart’), one of the most recognised brands2 in the UK. The new, enlarged company, to be known as Stobart Group Limited, will have net assets of over £250m. The merger brings together two companies which see huge commercial and environmental benefits of combining road transport and storage with rail freight and waterborne transport systems, thereby offering customers a truly integrated transport and logistics solution. Westbury brings a port development site in Runcorn, a rail freight operating business and a rail terminal in Widnes. Westbury has a strong balance sheet, an experienced Board and an established following from some leading City investors. Eddie Stobart has a modern, well-invested fleet of more than 1,500 trailers and 900 trucks (tractor units), each christened with its own, unique female name. The business also has circa 2.6 million square feet of storage space across a network of over 27 operating sites (including 10 customer sites) across the UK and one site in Belgium as well as its own rail operations. Since 2004, Eddie Stobart has been run by the founder’s son, William Stobart and his school-friend and business-partner, Andrew Tinkler. Eddie Stobart will continue with the same strong management group, with Andrew Tinkler becoming Chief Executive Officer and William Stobart becoming Chief Operating Officer. The combined group will have an established portfolio of long-term, big-brand customers, including Tesco, Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson and Sarah Lee, employing more than 2,000 people across the UK - principally in Carlisle, Daventry, Runcorn, Widnes and Warrington. At Widnes, in the North West, the combined group plans to develop over one million square feet of additional warehousing space which could create in excess of 1,000 new jobs. News & Media/Business Findings from the latest UPS EBM survey show that employment prospects at UK companies are the highest in over a decade. Other results indicate that senior executives think that protecting the environment should be the top priority for global political leaders, ahead of sustaining economic growth and securing future energy supplies. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=52 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=52 Wed, 07 Feb 2007 15:28:42 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Europe's business leaders prioritise environment over economic growth but optimistic about employment prospects 00:05:28 Findings from the latest UPS EBM survey show that employment prospects at UK companies are the highest in over a decade. Other results indicate that senior executives think that protecting the environment should be the top priority for global political leaders, ahead of sustaining economic growth and securing future energy supplies. no UPS, EBM, economic, survey, business, employment, Results from the 16th Annual UPS Europe Business Monitor f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Europe's business leaders prioritise environment over economic growth but optimistic about employment prospects UPS, EBM, economic, survey, business, employment, Findings from the latest UPS EBM survey show that employment prospects at UK companies are the highest in over a decade. Other results indicate that senior executives think that protecting the environment should be the top priority for global political leaders, ahead of sustaining economic growth and securing future energy supplies. Business & Finance/Business News Government & Politics/ The IAB have launched "Unthink your brand" as the core idea behind their new manifesto which aims to encourage advertisers to embrace the web to liberate their communications. It is not about reinventing marketing plans but more recognising that brands now dwell, more than ever, in people's minds. Key IAB staff and members outline this idea in more detail and encapsulate it with inspirational examples. www.iabuk.net http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=49 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=49 Tue, 09 Jan 2007 12:44:01 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Engage 2006 - Unthink Your Brand 00:13:16 The IAB have launched "Unthink your brand" as the core idea behind their new manifesto which aims to encourage advertisers to embrace the web to liberate their communications. It is not about reinventing marketing plans but more recognising that brands now dwell, more than ever, in people's minds. Key IAB staff and members outline this idea in more detail and encapsulate it with inspirational examples. www.iabuk.net no Engage 2006 - Unthink Your Brand f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Engage 2006 - Unthink Your Brand The IAB have launched "Unthink your brand" as the core idea behind their new manifesto which aims to encourage advertisers to embrace the web to liberate their communications. It is not about reinventing marketing plans but more recognising that brands now dwell, more than ever, in people's minds. Key IAB staff and members outline this idea in more detail and encapsulate it with inspirational examples. www.iabuk.net News & Media/Business As the empowered consumer continues to be in control and dictate whether or not to interact with a brand, advertisers will increasingly turn their attention to producing compelling content to capture attention and encourage consumer engagement. Emerging platforms such as iPTV, podcasting, blogging, consumer generated content, photo and video sharing all provide interesting opportunities to brands and key players in this space tell us more about this. www.iabuk.net http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=48 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=48 Wed, 20 Dec 2006 18:01:06 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Advertisers are increasingly turning their attention to producing compelling content to capture attention and encourage consumer engagement. Key industry players tell us more. 00:12:42 As the empowered consumer continues to be in control and dictate whether or not to interact with a brand, advertisers will increasingly turn their attention to producing compelling content to capture attention and encourage consumer engagement. Emerging platforms such as iPTV, podcasting, blogging, consumer generated content, photo and video sharing all provide interesting opportunities to brands and key players in this space tell us more about this. www.iabuk.net no blogging, podcasting, video, sharing, brand, adver IAB Engage 2006 Podcast - Is content the future of internet marketing? f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Advertisers are increasingly turning their attention to producing compelling content to capture attention and encourage consumer engagement. Key industry players tell us more. blogging, podcasting, video, sharing, brand, adver As the empowered consumer continues to be in control and dictate whether or not to interact with a brand, advertisers will increasingly turn their attention to producing compelling content to capture attention and encourage consumer engagement. Emerging platforms such as iPTV, podcasting, blogging, consumer generated content, photo and video sharing all provide interesting opportunities to brands and key players in this space tell us more about this. www.iabuk.net Business & Finance/Business News High-profile media speakers tell us about their digital epiphanies- when they first realised how powerful the Internet is as a marketing medium, when their own personal love affair started with the web and why, and what excites them about emerging technologies/future of the web. www.iabuk.net http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=46 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=46 Tue, 12 Dec 2006 11:03:37 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) High-profile media speakers tell us about their digital epiphanies- when they first realised how powerful the Internet is as a marketing medium, when their own personal love affair started with the web and why. 00:13:10 High-profile media speakers tell us about their digital epiphanies- when they first realised how powerful the Internet is as a marketing medium, when their own personal love affair started with the web and why, and what excites them about emerging technologies/future of the web. www.iabuk.net no Guy Phillipson, CEO, IAB, IAB Engage 2006 conferen IAB Engage 2006 Podcast - Digital Epiphanies f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk High-profile media speakers tell us about their digital epiphanies- when they first realised how powerful the Internet is as a marketing medium, when their own personal love affair started with the web and why. Guy Phillipson, CEO, IAB, IAB Engage 2006 conferen High-profile media speakers tell us about their digital epiphanies- when they first realised how powerful the Internet is as a marketing medium, when their own personal love affair started with the web and why, and what excites them about emerging technologies/future of the web. www.iabuk.net News & Media/Business Business & Finance/Business News "The way to work: space, place and technology in 2016" report sets out the challenges to businesses at a time when social, economic, political and organisational pressures are set to increase at an ever greater pace. http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=40 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=40 Mon, 30 Oct 2006 13:04:24 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) The dynamics and feasibility of existing modes of business and an assessment of how effective organisations will be in the future. 00:10:02 "The way to work: space, place and technology in 2016" report sets out the challenges to businesses at a time when social, economic, political and organisational pressures are set to increase at an ever greater pace. no Orange, business, work, space, technology, future, Orange Future Enterprise coalition (OFEc) identifies the keys to business success f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk The dynamics and feasibility of existing modes of business and an assessment of how effective organisations will be in the future. Orange, business, work, space, technology, future, "The way to work: space, place and technology in 2016" report sets out the challenges to businesses at a time when social, economic, political and organisational pressures are set to increase at an ever greater pace. Business & Finance/Business News Ruth Badger, finalist in TV's The Apprentice and The Big Idea mentor, knows business. In this Vodafone UK Working Nation podcast , The Badger looks at tension between work and home, the pressure to perform, and what playing different characters inside and outside the workplace can do to business http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=39 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=39 Fri, 27 Oct 2006 15:09:36 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Ruth Badger gives a unique insight into issues around identity and performing in the workplace 00:12:30 Ruth Badger, finalist in TV's The Apprentice and The Big Idea mentor, knows business. In this Vodafone UK Working Nation podcast , The Badger looks at tension between work and home, the pressure to perform, and what playing different characters inside and outside the workplace can do to business no Ruth, Badger, Vodafone, Big, Idea, business, workp Ruth Badger on Vodafone's Identity at Work Study f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Ruth Badger gives a unique insight into issues around identity and performing in the workplace Ruth, Badger, Vodafone, Big, Idea, business, workp Ruth Badger, finalist in TV's The Apprentice and The Big Idea mentor, knows business. In this Vodafone UK Working Nation podcast , The Badger looks at tension between work and home, the pressure to perform, and what playing different characters inside and outside the workplace can do to business Business & Finance/Business News Thousands of people are facing the possibility of having their retirement plans and futures turned upside down as the row over the collapse of a number of company pensions intensifies. The Government assured people that company pension schemes were safe and around 125,000 workers are demanding compensation. Throwing its weight behind the campaign, Saga is announcing its support for those who, having saved diligently for their retirement are now suffering. It is campaigning for the Government to compensate members of failed pension schemes, and is urging its two million customers to lobby their Member of Parliament to call for justice to be done. I spoke to Ros Altmann from the Pensions Action Group. I asked her, just how many people are affected? http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=38 info@podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) http://podmaster.co.uk/podcast.php?ID=38 Tue, 24 Oct 2006 17:10:54 GMT podmaster.co.uk (Podmaster) Thousands of people are facing the possibility of having their retirement plans and futures turned upside down as the row over the collapse of a number of company pensions intensifies. 00:04:21 Thousands of people are facing the possibility of having their retirement plans and futures turned upside down as the row over the collapse of a number of company pensions intensifies. The Government assured people that company pension schemes were safe and around 125,000 workers are demanding compensation. Throwing its weight behind the campaign, Saga is announcing its support for those who, having saved diligently for their retirement are now suffering. It is campaigning for the Government to compensate members of failed pension schemes, and is urging its two million customers to lobby their Member of Parliament to call for justice to be done. I spoke to Ros Altmann from the Pensions Action Group. I asked her, just how many people are affected? no pension, retirment, saga, govenment, Join the fight for pensions justice f8e2360edf462f12a1aea812d765c1d0 Ã,© podmaster.co.uk Thousands of people are facing the possibility of having their retirement plans and futures turned upside down as the row over the collapse of a number of company pensions intensifies. pension, retirment, saga, govenment, Thousands of people are facing the possibility of having their retirement plans and futures turned upside down as the row over the collapse of a number of company pensions intensifies. The Government assured people that company pension schemes were safe and around 125,000 workers are demanding compensation. Throwing its weight behind the campaign, Saga is announcing its support for those who, having saved diligently for their retirement are now suffering. It is campaigning for the Government to compensate members of failed pension schemes, and is urging its two million customers to lobby their Member of Parliament to call for justice to be done. I spoke to Ros Altmann from the Pensions Action Group. I asked her, just how many people are affected? Business & Finance/Business News