Best Ashurst Podcasts (2024)

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The Trainee Experience with Tom Segev 24:20

33m ago24:20

24:20

Welcome to our brand-new podcast mini-series where Ashurst's trainees and junior associates share the influences and factors that have guided them on their career journeys. In our debut episode trainee Tom Segev shares his journey to joining Ashurts’s trainee program, from studying history at the University of Warwick to working at a music label, T…

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181 - Executioner 33:18

11h ago33:18

33:18

Sam and Dan have given up podcasting and reinvented themselves as a (small) gang of "street toughs" for this episode on Teruo Ishii's violent karate ninja-flick Exectioner from 1974!Not completely able to shrug off the old ways, howeverm they will still be providing recommendations based on the movie, and what they've been watching / reading in the…

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COMMERCIAL CONNECT: King Charles, wages, Taylor Swift, Amazon 6:21

7h ago6:21

6:21

In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Ellie and Dimitar from LawCareers.Net discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including King Charles's speech on the new Labour government’s legislative plans, wages in the UK, the 'Taylor Swift effect' on inflation and an update on Amazon workers at the Coventry warehouse. Listen for a…

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Episode 2: Inside UK Labour’s tax manifesto 30:44

4h ago30:44

30:44

Ashurst tax experts explore Labour’s new tax landscape following their recent UK election victory. In the aftermath of Labour’s historic UK election victory, tax experts Patricia Allen, Alastair Ladkin and Sophie Lloyd shed light on some of the key tax measures likely to affect fund managers and when they are likely to be introduced during Labour’s…

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181 - The Witch 35:11

11h ago35:11

35:11

This time Sam and Dan fall under the spell of Damiano Damiani's underseen neo-gothic gem, The Witch (aka Strange Obsession)Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching / reading in the past couple of weeks.Pester Dan on BlueSky:bsky.app/profile/danmartin.bsky.socialor either Sam or Dan on Instagram:Sam - www.instagram.com/…

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Regulatory enforcement mini-series part 6: What would you change about the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR)? 33:24

3d ago33:24

33:24

The latest episode of our mini-series on regulatory enforcement weighs up the pros and cons of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime – and pinpoints how to improve it. In this podcast mini-series, we highlight new approaches from UK financial regulators and discuss what they might do differently to ensure that they act both fairly and effect…

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180 - Night Falls on Manhattan 45:01

4d ago45:01

45:01

Over a week late due to a technical issue (and the inherrant issues with a broken beurocratic system) Sam and Dan are back to talk about Sidney Lumet's gritty courthouse/polics procedural dram, Night Falls on Manhattan.Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching / reading in the past couple of weeks.Pester Dan on BlueSky:…

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Untangling the complexity of Pillar Two for investment funds 27:15

25d ago27:15

27:15

This episode answers many of the most pressing Pillar Two questions that investment fund managers are asking. As investment fund managers grapple with the potential impacts of Pillar Two legislation, a select group of Ashurst’s tax experts have compiled this podcast to demystify the details. Adnand Sulejmani offers a brief overview of the Pillar Tw…

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COMMERCIAL CONNECT: Sainsbury's Bank, Just Stop Oil protests, Amazon 7:31

21d ago7:31

7:31

In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Bethany and Ellie from LawCareers.Net discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including Natwest's purchase of Sainsbury's Bank, recent Just Stop Oil protests and Amazon's Coventry warehouse making steps to unionising.Listen for a bitesize boost of commercial awareness!LawCareers.Net's C…

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Regulatory enforcement mini-series: what difference will the FCA's anti-greenwashing rules make? 29:25

1M ago29:25

29:25

The latest episode of our mini-series on regulatory enforcement considers the impact of the UK Financial Conduct Authority’s new rules that seek to prevent greenwashing. Failing to comply with the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) new anti-greenwashing rules could have serious consequences for financial services firms in the UK. In this episode, …

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179 - The Mangler 36:49

28d ago36:49

36:49

Try not to soil your sheets in excitement as Sam & Shea tackle Tobe Hooper's much-maligned The Mangler! Can our gruesome twosome find something to love in this slept on adaptation of Stephen King's Night Shift short story? Let's see!Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching / reading in the past couple of weeks.Follow S…

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Regulatory enforcement mini-series: should firms be concerned about FOS complaints? 34:07

2M ago34:07

34:07

In our continuing mini-series on regulatory enforcement of financial services firms, we pick out the issues and tackle the trends to watch - with this episode focusing on the UK Financial Ombudsman Service. Welcome to our latest episode for financial services firms and their senior management. In this mini-series, we explore how regulators and auth…

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178 - The Dungeonmaster 34:39

1M ago34:39

34:39

Sam & Shea dive into another Arrow Empire Video release, The Dungeonmaster!Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching / reading in the past couple of weeks.Follow Shea on Instagram: www.instagram.com/black_vvideo/And Sam: www.instagram.com/samashurst23/Or listen to Sam and Shea having weekly discussions of rare and obscu…

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Regulatory enforcement mini-series part 3: FCA Enforcement strategy under the new "Bad Cop, Bad Cop" double act 30:05

2M ago30:05

30:05

In this episode of our mini-series on regulatory enforcement, we reflect on how the Financial Conduct Authority is progressing under the stewardship of Therese Chambers and Steve Smart. Welcome to episode three in our mini-series exploring new approaches from financial services regulators in the UK. In this final episode, we discuss the shift in en…

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Developments in managing and responding to sexual harassment in the workplace 26:34

2M ago26:34

26:34

A snapshot of how employers are managing and responding to cases of workplace sexual harassment in Singapore, Indonesia, France, Spain, Germany, the UK, Australia, and Eastern Europe. Employers across the world are stepping up their efforts to prevent, manage and respond to cases of workplace sexual harassment. While the problem is widely acknowled…

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Regulatory enforcement mini-series part 2: Pros and cons of the PRA's new Early Account Scheme 21:43

2M ago21:43

21:43

In the second part of our mini-series on regulatory enforcement, we explain how the PRA’s Early Account Scheme works, and the factors firms should consider when deciding whether or not to participate. Welcome to episode two in our mini-series exploring new approaches from financial services regulators in the UK. In this episode, we unpack details o…

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177 - Narc 34:13

2M ago34:13

34:13

Sam and Dan return to discuss Sam's pick: Joe Carnahan's gritty police procedural, Narc!Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching in the past couple of weeks.Pester Dan on BlueSky:bsky.app/profile/danmartin.bsky.socialor either of them on Instagram:Sam - www.instagram.com/samashurst23/?hl=enDan - www.instagram.com/13fin…

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COMMERCIAL CONNECT: interest rates, streaming services, TikTok 6:59

3M ago6:59

6:59

In the latest episode of COMMERCIAL CONNECT, Bethany and Ellie from LawCareers.Net sit down to discuss some recent business and commercial news stories, including interest rates, competing streaming services and TikTok.Listen for a bitesize boost of your commercial awareness!LawCareers.Net's Commercial awareness hub: https://www.lawcareers.net/comm…

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Regulatory enforcement mini-series part 1: Will the FCA change its mind on its proposal to 'name and shame' firms? 33:20

2M ago33:20

33:20

In the first of a new mini-series on regulatory enforcement, we tackle an issue that is prompting much debate in the UK financial services industry: the FCA’s proposal to begin publicly naming firms right at the outset of investigations. This episode marks the beginning of a new mini-series exploring new approaches from the Prudential Regulation Au…

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Embracing the Messiness of Sustainability with Alison Taylor 34:21

3M ago34:21

34:21

Learn more about Alison: Alison’s LinkedIn NYU Stern School of Business Website Ethical Systems Website If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Prev…

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176 - Running Out of Time 2 44:35

2M ago44:35

44:35

Sam and Dan return to discuss Dan's pick: the frankly baffling thriller (comedy?) Running Out of Time 2!Next Time they will be discussing Sam's choice, gritty police procedural thriller: Joe Carnahan's Narc!Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching in the past couple of weeks.Pester Dan on BlueSky:bsky.app/profile/danma…

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Understanding Human Decision-Making in Influencing Sustainable Actions with Randy Burns 38:03

3M ago38:03

38:03

Learn more about Susan: Randy’s LinkedIn O-I Glass Website If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are Here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests include Alison Taylor of NYU Ster…

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175 - Evil Ed 34:21

3M ago34:21

34:21

Sam and Dan return to discuss the demented, reference filled love-letter to genre cinema that is Evil Ed!Next Time they will be discussing Dan's choice, the magician-chasing, HK thriller, Running Out of Time 2, directed by Wing-Cheong Law and Johnnie To.(You don't need to have seen the first one, but Dan says you should if you can, for context...)A…

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Fashion law, career pivots and finding your 'why' - with Bunmi Jenfa 23:20

4M ago23:20

23:20

In this episode we speak to legal professional Bunmi Jenfa about imposter syndrome, Shein lawsuits, career pivots and the importance of finding your 'why' when pursuing a legal career.Find out more about studying at The University of Law: ad.doubleclick.net/ddm/clk/487671176;294822526;wSign up to LawCareers.Net here: lawcareers.net/MyLCN/Register…

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The Gather, Ask, Do Method of Communication with Susan McPherson 24:23

4M ago24:23

24:23

Learn more about Susan: Susan’s LinkedIn McPherson’s Strategies Website If you enjoyed this episode, please: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests include Alison Taylo…

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174 - Robot Jox 1:03:54

3M ago1:03:54

1:03:54

Dan is back, just in time to Crash and Burn!Dan and Sam suit up to discuss Stuart Gordon's Robot Jox! Part of Arrow's Enter the Video Store collection of lovingly restored titles from Charles Band's Empire International Pictures.Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching in the past couple of weeks.Pester Dan on BlueSky:…

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The Sound Business Sense of ESG with Geoff Trotter 40:36

4M ago40:36

40:36

Learn more about Geoff: Geoff’s LinkedIn ESG Excel website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests include Alison Taylor…

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173 - Conan The Barbarian 33:22

4M ago33:22

33:22

Holy Crom! Sam and Shea strap on their swords, sandals, and Schwarzenegger impressions, ready to celebrate Arrow’s incredible 4K release of Conan The Barbarian. Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching in the past couple of weeks.Follow Shea on Instagram: www.instagram.com/black_vvideo/And Sam: www.instagram.com/samash…

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Insolvency in construction, part 3: Adjudication and resolving disputes 18:23

4M ago18:23

18:23

Insolvency adds an extra layer of complexity to disputes between construction companies and contractors. In this episode, we discuss how these may (or may not) be resolved through adjudication. When insolvency strikes, the path to resolving conflicts between construction companies and contractors can be much harder to navigate. Adjudication is ofte…

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Construction Insolvency - Episode 2: Downstream insolvency 19:30

5M ago19:30

19:30

Join us for the second episode of our series focusing on insolvency issues in the construction sector. Tom Duncan, partner in Ashurst's construction disputes team, leads a discussion on the challenges faced by downstream contractors and strategies for mitigating risks in today's turbulent market. In this episode, Tom Duncan is joined by Ben Patton,…

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Building an Ecosystem of Regenerative Leadership with Karimah Hudda 30:39

5M ago30:39

30:39

Episode Notes: Learn more about Kristen: Karimah’s LinkedIn illumine.earth Website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous gues…

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Insolvency in construction, part 1: Challenges for UK contractors supplying services to companies that enter insolvency 11:14

5M ago11:14

11:14

In this episode, we discuss the legal risks and commercial difficulties for construction contractors who supply services to a company that enters insolvency. Geopolitical turmoil. Inflation. Brexit. A pandemic. Conditions were already complicated enough for contractors before the current spate of insolvencies among UK construction companies. In thi…

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172 - The Warriors 38:22

4M ago38:22

38:22

Sam and Shea come out to play for The Warriors on 4K!Also, recommendations based on the movie, and what we've been watching in the past couple of weeks.Follow Shea on Instagram: www.instagram.com/black_vvideo/And Sam: www.instagram.com/samashurst23/Or listen to Sam and Shea having weekly discussions of rare and obscure movies over at VHS Quest: www…

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Sustainability's Role in Business Strategy with Joe Rozza 32:39

5M ago32:39

32:39

Episode Notes: Learn more about Joe: Joe’s LinkedIn Ryan Companies Website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests inclu…

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171 - Child's Play 2 31:43

5M ago31:43

31:43

Sam and Dan couldnt get enough Chucky, so are back with Child'sPlay 2 from the recently released 4K collection!Next time Dan is away and sam and Shay take the reigns!Pester Dan on BlueSky:bsky.app/profile/danmartin.bsky.socialor either of them on Instagram:Sam - www.instagram.com/samashurst23/?hl=enDan - www.instagram.com/13fingerfx/?hl=en…

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Practice Area Profile: technology, media and telecommunications - with Womble Bond Dickinson 12:35

5M ago12:35

12:35

In this Practice Area Profile episode, Womble Bond Dickinson managing associate Katie Simmonds discusses her career in technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) law so far, the kinds of issues she works on and what skills aspiring TMT solicitors should develop.Listen to gain an insight into what it’s really like to work in this area, and find …

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The greatest enforcement threats of 2023 and the emerging risks of 2024 21:07

5M ago21:07

21:07

In the last episode of this mini-series, the team discuss what the greatest enforcement threats have been across the globe over the past 12 months and what is likely to be the emerging areas of risk corporates must look out for in 2024. In this last installment in our Corporate Crime and Investigations Series, our international panel of experts, le…

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Pushing the Boundaries of Sustainability in Sports and Entertainment with Kristen Fulmer 32:06

6M ago32:06

32:06

Episode Notes: Learn more about Kristen: Kristen’s LinkedIn Oak View Group website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous gues…

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170 - Child's Play 34:42

5M ago34:42

34:42

Sam and Dan wanted the new Arrow box-set of the Child'sPlay collection so badly that they bought a copy from an unhoused man in an alley a block away from where an old video store was hit by lightening. What could possibly go wrong?Next time they double down and will be covering Child's Play 2!!Pester Dan on BlueSky:bsky.app/profile/danmartin.bsky.…

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Episode 39: qualifying work experience – your questions answered – with The University of Law 22:35

6M ago22:35

22:35

In this episode we speak to John Watkins, director of employability at The University of Law, about qualifying work experience (QWE). John explains what QWE is, how it prepares aspiring solicitors for practising law, where you can complete it, as well as how you can get QWE accredited.Find out more about qualifying work experience: https://www.lawc…

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Real estate disputes: what to watch out for in 2024 13:01

6M ago13:01

13:01

Ashurst colleagues Joe Perry-Courtade, Kim Clifford and Alison Hardy provide a snapshot of the trends that will shape the world of real estate disputes this year. In this episode, we take you on a whistle stop tour of the real estate dispute issues that are set to dominate headlines in 2024. In just 13 minutes, Ashurst’s Joe Perry-Courtade, Kim Cli…

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Purpose-Driven Sustainability: A Framework for High-Performing Companies with Farrell Calabrese 45:31

6M ago45:31

45:31

Episode Notes: Learn more about Farrell: Farrell’s LinkedIn Crowe Foundation Website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous gu…

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169 - Tremors 2 37:30

6M ago37:30

37:30

Graboids have evolved! Sam and Dan are back with the second installment of Tremors in glorious 4K! Next time they discuss a christmas gift they bought of an unhoused man with teeth that are only rotten at the front, it's Childsplay!Pester Dan on BlueSky:bsky.app/profile/danmartin.bsky.socialor either of them on Instagram:Sam - www.instagram.com/sam…

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How tech can help (or hinder) the fight against corporate crime 19:07

6M ago19:07

19:07

Demystifying the fast-emerging technologies that are changing the face of corporate crime investigations. It’s an exciting time to work in the field of corporate crime investigations and, more broadly, the disputes and contentious matters space. AI, machine learning, data analytics and other emerging technologies are turbo charging our ability to p…

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Practical Approaches to Sustainability with Joan Michelson 32:55

6M ago32:55

32:55

Episode Notes: Learn more about Joan: Joan’s LinkedIn Joan’s Competent Boards Profile Electric Ladies Website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends ove…

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How to avoid a sanctions investigation (and prepare for the regulation of tomorrow) 27:10

7M ago27:10

27:10

In the second episode of this mini-series, we tackle sanctions risk – including the robust systems and controls that firms require, recent enforcement actions, guidance from regulators, and unfolding geopolitical issues to watch out for. Hear an international expert panel share invaluable updates for compliance professionals and organisations seeki…

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168 - Hellraiser: Bloodline 40:03

6M ago40:03

40:03

You can't keep a good demon down! Sam and Dan are back with the fourth installment of the franchise that loves to hurt you: Hellraiser! Specifically, they watched the pre-release assembly rather than the released version and discus that, in particular.Next time they styay on the sequel streak with Sam's choice of Tremors 2! Pester Dan on BlueSky:bs…

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Corporate crime and investigations: How leaders can prepare for changes to criminal liability laws 27:40

7M ago27:40

27:40

With the UK set to introduce the most significant changes to corporate criminal liability laws for a generation, how can companies prepare? Fraud is a hot topic currently. New technologies and an economic downturn have triggered a huge uptick in these criminal offences worldwide. With new UK legislation in the pipeline to bolster efforts to prevent…

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Sustainability from the First Mile to the Last with Bonnie Nixon 43:01

7M ago43:01

43:01

Episode Notes: Learn more about Bonnie: Bonnie’s LinkedIn BonnEco, Bonnie’s business, website Long Beach Container Terminal’s website Episode resources: Learn more about NIKE’s commitment to eliminating hazardous chemicals from their products If you enjoyed this episode then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spo…

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Integrating Sustainability for Global Impact with Laura Asiala 41:59

7M ago41:59

41:59

Episode Notes: Learn more about Laura: Laura’s LinkedIn WholeWorks Website If you enjoyed this episode, then please either: Subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Instructions on how to do this are here Doing Sustainability: Exploring ESG & Corporate Brand is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so Previous guests inclu…

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