Summary In this conversation, Simon Jones engages with Laura, Jo, and Hina from three different independent schools to discuss the changing landscape of school open days and parental expectations. They explore how schools are adapting their recruitment strategies, enhancing open day experiences, and utilising digital tools to engage with prospectiv…

Summary Philip Britton MBE, Head of Foundation at Bolton School and HMC's Chair Elect, discusses the challenges and opportunities facing independent schools as we begin the new school year. He highlights the importance of understanding your school's strategic direction and communicating clear messages to current and prospective parents. Britton als…

Summary In this conversation, Martin Broadhurst discusses the use of AI in various fields, particularly in marketing and education. He highlights the benefits of AI in improving productivity and creativity, such as generating meeting notes and brainstorming ideas. Martin also addresses concerns about job security and the need for AI literacy and po…

Summary In this conversation, Simon Jones speaks with Katharina Roelofsz and Anna Stevenson, who work in marketing and admissions at Headington School and Norwich School, respectively. They discuss their experiences at the AMCIS conference and share their key takeaways. They also talk about the importance of personalisation in marketing, the role o…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools. In this episode we're at the AMCIS conference 2024. Links www.amcis.co.uk www.thebonjouragency.com…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools. In this episode we are speaking to Sarah Cunnane, Head of Media & Communications at the Independent Scho…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools. In this episode we are speaking to Tom Rogerson, Head of Cottesmore School. Links www.amcis.co.uk www.th…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode it’s a little bit different because I’m coming to you live from the …

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode we’re celebrating Black History Month with three fantastic guests. S…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode we have two guests both coming to us from Eltham College. Now, earli…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode we hear from Lindsey Hughes, Headmistress at Channing School. Lindse…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode I’m at the Annual Conference at the De Vere Cotswold Water Park in C…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode we’re talking all about digital advertising in school. I’m about to …

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode I’m talking to Miranda Norris, she’s the Head at Felsted Prep School…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode I’m talking to a number of people, with the first half having been r…

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools, I’m Simon Jones and in this episode I’m talking to Alex Hutchinson, Head at James Allen's Girls' School …

Welcome back to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency, with a new season of episodes where we speak to people in the independent school sector. AMCIS is the association for admissions, marketing and communications in independent schools. I’m Simon Jones and in this episode I’m talking to Jenny Dinning, Head of External Relations a…

Listen to this episode where Atish talks to branding expert, Kiki Bhaur from 9 Designs. Why do businesses need to listen to Branding Strategists and how they improve how they are seen by consumers? Well, take your time out and listen to the key points and life-lessons Kiki demonstrates and some of which you can use in your own business. Follow Kiki…

Hear the founder of RNT Fitness, Akash Vaghela talk to Atish about how he has scaled his business and some insight into his life to where he wants to take this amazing business and help the world be more health conscious and more importantly help become better entrepreneurs. Akash is an author, entrepreneur, and coach, who's spent the last ten year…

Atish hosts this episode with guest Joseph Levy, Managing Director of Bradgate Estates. A leading property developer in the East Midlands, UK. Joe talks about the lifespan of his entrepreneurial journey so far and highlights his father's legacy, what he has achieved to date and future plans with the business. Is having education the backbone of suc…

Maani Safa is the CEO of Poppins Agency. Atish Parmar hosts this episode and asks questions about betterment, how Maani started his career, and his entrepreneurial journey so far... It's a great chat between two people genuinely sharing vital information on what habits and the consistency of them that can change your life for the better. Maani has …

Have a listen to this episode if you want to know the easy ways you can automate your marketing by listening to Martin Broadhurst from Broadhurst Digital. Martin shares his vast knowledge of how businesses can save time by setting up automation and making the business more profitable and professional. Make sure you listen to the top FREE software d…

Hear from real-life experiences and someone who actually wants others to do well too, this is a great episode on how Sachin went from freelancing in 2006 to forming a creative agency in 2014 which is going from strength to strength. Sachin Parmar from Evokeu discusses leaders Vs bosses, the process of happiness, and what he is preaching to the youn…

Welcome to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast to find out more about the people behind AMCIS as we hear from member schools and the AMCIS board. And in this episode we’re hearing from Oli Adams, Director of Communications, Admissions & Development at Brentwood School. Oli is also Chair of AMCIS but it’s not…

Atish talks about the many ways in which you can repurpose your content and give tips on how Metric Connect repurposes its content. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and leave us a review so more people can benefit from hearing from our guests and our snapshots. Please do follow us on our socials with help on Social Media Marketing Tips: htt…

Welcome to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast to find out more about the people behind AMCIS as we hear from member schools and the AMCIS board. And in this episode we’re hearing from Lizzi Gardner from Perrott Hill School. Lizzi is the schools Director of Marketing and Communications and joined AMCIS five …

Atish talks to Kalpesh Patel about changing trends, exit plans, and personal branding. Hear from Kalpesh about his journey so far and why he has changed direction in business to keep up with the ever-changing ways of marketing. Take notes on Kalpesh's dealings with highly successful entrepreneurs and why they are different and more successful than …

Welcome to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast to find out more about the people behind AMCIS as we hear from member schools and the AMCIS board. And in this episode we’re hearing from David Milner at Sedbergh School. David is the school’s Director of Marketing and International Relations but he’s also Vice-…

Welcome to The AMCIS Podcast, brought to you by The Bonjour Agency. This is the podcast to find out more about the people behind AMCIS as we hear from member schools and the AMCIS board. And in this episode we’re diving into Kingston Grammar School as we speak to Registrar Jodi Shalgosky. Now Jodi is the school’s Registrar, she’s been associated wi…