Best Gary A Hanson Podcasts (2024)

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Rediscovering Jujutsu History, with Gary Harper 1:09:16

11h ago1:09:16

1:09:16

In this episode, Gary Harper talks about his recent journey of research and discovery into the life of early Jujutsu (or ju-jitsu as it was known back then) pioneer, James Hipkiss. Anyone interested in getting hold of a copy of the republished version of "Self Defence Made Simple" by Hipkiss, can contact Gary directly at GHarper@hamerchilds.co.uk F…

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In Conversation with Robert Boyd: Experiences Training in Japan 1:34:49

5M ago1:34:49

1:34:49

In this episode, one of our most popular guests, Iaidoka Robert Boyd, is back! This time, Robert and Craig discuss all manner of things Iaido and budo related but specifically Robert's experiences of his first training visit to Japan. Check out Robert @scottish_kenshi on Instagram (and don't forget to follow @budoetc, too)! Follow us at @budoetc on…

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In Conversation with Chris Hanson of Karate Unity 1:38:15

11M ago1:38:15

1:38:15

Craig is joined by the amazing Chris Hanson of Karate Unity for a lively discussion covering a whole range of things from karate to cross training, and more! If you haven't already, check out Chris on Instagram @karateunity, on YouTube, and on facebook, as well as his website https://www.karateunity.ca/ Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't …

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Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08 53:59

1y ago53:59

53:59

Trent Kaese Podcast Interview – Episode S5E08 Trent Kaese is today’s Old Time Hockey UK podcast guest. In this episode Trent reveals: Being drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1985 NHL draft. The confusion surrounding the tragic Lethbridge Broncos bus crash that left four players dead, including a player with a very similar name.... The post Trent…

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In Conversation with Dean Suter of the Musha Shugyo Podcast 1:12:28

1+ y ago1:12:28

1:12:28

Craig is joined by Dean Suter, creator and host of the Musha Shugyo podcast, for a discussion on preservation and promotion in the traditional, classical and contemporary martial arts. If you haven't already, check out Dean @mushashugyopodcast on Instagram and check out the Musha Shugyo podcast either directly at https://mushashugyopodcast.buzzspro…

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Shu Ha Ri (etc) with Miles Kessler of The Integral Dojo 1:20:13

1+ y ago1:20:13

1:20:13

Craig is joined by Miles Kessler, talking about Shu Ha Ri and much more. Check out Miles on Instagram @mileskessler and his website The Integral Dojo (www.theintegraldojo.com) In the episode, Miles mentions his free Shu Ha Ri reference guide which you can download here: https://store.theintegraldojo.com/shu-ha-ri-free-reference-guide (and don't for…

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In Conversation with Special Guest Jessica Gerrity 59:42

2y ago59:42

59:42

Craig is joined by special guest Jessica "@jessintokyo" Gerrity, talking about Kyudo (and other arts), life in Japan, and presenting traditional and classical arts to a modern audience. If you haven't already, check out Jess @jessintokyo on Instagram and her YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/jessintokyoblog (and don't forget to follow @b…

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In Conversation with Aikidoka Nick Regnier (Part Three) 1:26:27

2y ago1:26:27

1:26:27

In this (Final) part of Craig's conversation with passionate Aikido practitioner and teacher, Nick Regnier, we talk about Nick's upcoming seminar, plans for the future and how to attract a new generation to the traditional arts, without losing their inherent values. Check out Nick @aspireaikidolondon on Instagram, https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.…

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In Conversation with Aikidoka Nick Regnier (Part Two) 1:18:08

2y ago1:18:08

1:18:08

This episode is Part Two of Craig's conversation with passionate Aikido practitioner and teacher, Nick Regnier, about his Budo journey, some of the personal challenges he has overcome, and his views on real life application. Check out Nick @aspireaikidolondon on Instagram, https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.uk/ and, of course, his YouTube channel ht…

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Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07 1:06:08

2y ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Kenny Macdonald Podcast Interview – Episode S5E07 Kenny Macdonald is today’s Old Time Hockey UK podcast guest. In this episode Kenny talks of: Life growing up in the Aviemore Scottish ski centre Moving to the Nottingham Panthers His wheelchair goal scoring celebration Nearly dying of dehydration during a charity run His life long friendship with...…

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In Conversation with Aikidoka Nick Regnier (Part One) 55:31

2y ago55:31

55:31

In this episode, Craig talks to passionate Aikido practitioner and teacher, Nick Regnier, about his Budo journey, some of the personal challenges he has overcome, and his views on real life application. Check out Nick @aspireaikidolondon on Instagram, https://www.aspireaikidolondon.co.uk/ and, of course, his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/…

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In Conversation with Robert Boyd: Thoughts on Iaido and a new Budo generation 1:16:56

2+ y ago1:16:56

1:16:56

In this episode, Craig talks to Iaidoka, Robert Boyd, about how he started, his practice, Iaido today and how a new generation of Budoka might be encouraged. Check out Robert @scottish_kenshi on Instagram (and don't forget to follow @budoetc, too)! Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't forget to sign up to our list at www.budoetc.com for the…

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Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06 1:02:41

2+ y ago1:02:41

1:02:41

Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episode S5E06 Wayne Crawford is today’s podcast guest. Toronto born Wayne was selected in the 6th round, 109th overall, by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1980 NHL draft. He then spent most of his time in the AHL and IHL until a friend suggested he try the UK. His... The post Wayne Crawford Podcast Interview – Episod…

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Fight, Flight, Freeze - Goshinjutsu 護身術 40:54

2+ y ago40:54

40:54

Focusing on "Goshinjutsu 護身術" (Self-Protection methods), in this episode we take a detailed look at the human Fight, Flight and Freeze response(s), including strategies and training methods to mitigate the negative effects and maximise those that can be advantageous. Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't forget to sign up to our list at www.…

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Bonus Episode - While you're waiting... 13:21

2+ y ago13:21

13:21

To keep you satiated while the next few full episodes of the Budo Etc. Podcast are in devlopment, Craig shares some personal recommedations of his favourite podcasts and current "go-to" reading material to keep you going while you wait. Note: Budo Etc. is not financially associated with, or incentivised by, any of the entities referred to in this p…

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Future Lessons from the Past - Budo Pioneer E.J. Harrison 35:16

2+ y ago35:16

35:16

In this episode, we take a look at some of the works of Budo pioneer, E. J. Harrison (who was the first foreign born Kodokan Judo Black Belt). The episode looks at how Budo developed, and changed, during the early 20th Century and explores why a pure focus on "fighting methods" might not be the be all and end all... Follow us at @budoetc on Instagr…

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SiF 38 - Gary Hanson - Audit Partner, BDO 37:11

2+ y ago37:11

37:11

Joining me today is Gary Hanson. Gary started out his career with Winney Murray, who were then what we would class as a "Big 4" firm today (although there were 5 of them). He then went onto Binder Hamlyn and EY, progressing to Senior Manager level, before making the move to BDO, where he spent 34 years, many of which as Partner. During his time as …

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SiF 37 - Terry Reynolds - Senior Finance Practice Manager, RPC 48:50

2+ y ago48:50

48:50

Joining me today is Terry Reynolds. Terry began his career straight out of school, choosing to dive directly into the world of law through a Legal Cashier Assistant role with Linklaters. Terry has remained in the legal space every since and over the last 10.5 years progressed to Assistant Financial Analyst with Linklaters before transitioning to RP…

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The 10,000 hours to Budo Mastery Myth 26:08

2+ y ago26:08

26:08

Is 10,000 hours really the amount of time that it takes to master a Martial Art? In this episode, Craig looks at the origin of this myth, the historical context in which it emerged, and overlays his own thoughts on how this sits with Budo skill acquisition in the modern world. Follow us at @budoetc on Instagram and don't forget to sign up to our li…

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SiF 36 - Elaine Darby - Director of Undergraduate Education, Royal Holloway 39:11

2+ y ago39:11

39:11

Joining me today is Elaine Darby. Elaine graduated from Southampton University with a degree in English and decided to join PwC's grad scheme. Having qualified as an ACA with PwC, Elaine moved on to a Consultancy role at Arthur Andersen before becoming a Senior Consultant at KPMG and then joining Deloitte. She spent 6 years at Deloitte, progressing…

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SiF 35 - Amit Lakhani - Investment Director, The Zeal Group 39:48

3y ago39:48

39:48

Joining me today is Amit Lakhani. After graduating from UCL with a degree in Economics & Statistics, Amit explored a few potential career opportunities, with roles as Investment Assistant at Thomas Miller and then Data Analyst at Geonomic and Arriva Bus respectively. Having settled on Data Analytics, Amit moved to The Zeal Group, where he has spent…

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Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05 1:19:04

3y ago1:19:04

1:19:04

Shayne McCosh Podcast Interview – Episode S5E05 Today my guest is former Bracknell Bees and Sheffield Steelers Canadian D-Man Shayne McCosh. In this episode Shayne reveals how; he once loaned a team owner £25,000 to help pay his team mates wages – can you guess which owner? he needed 12 stitches while on a road... The post Shayne McCosh Podcast Int…

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Kappo - The Traditional Art of Martial First Aid 21:29

3y ago21:29

21:29

In this episode, we take a look at one of the more esoteric (and nearly forgotten) elements of Budo: Kappo. Kappo were the resucitation and "first aid" methods that were traditionally taught alongside the better known combat and killing methods of classical Bujutsu schools for the purposes of preserving or even bringing back to, life. Follow us at …

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SiF 34 - Ibrar Raja - Group FC, The Restaurant Group 48:59

3y ago48:59

48:59

Joining me today is Ibrar Raja. Ibrar joined Deloitte having completed a degree in Management & Systems. He also spent some time at Wilson Wright & Co, a smaller firm, before moving into industry with TJX Europe. Here, he undertook roles as a Senior Internal Auditor and European Corporate Accounting Manager before moving to Telecity Group. At Telec…

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SiF 33 - Mat Steer - Associate Director, Deloitte 40:19

3y ago40:19

40:19

Joining me today is Mat Steer. Mat joined PwC on their Consulting & Audit split scheme, having graduated from Warwick with a degree in Politics with French. During his time at PwC, Mat spent time both in audit and consulting, as well as undertaking a client secondment. After joining PwC's New Law team and being a key part of the team's growth, Mat …

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What is Budo? (and does it matter anyway) 22:31

3y ago22:31

22:31

In this episode Craig talks to the, seemingly simple, question of "What is Budo?". As well looking at the definition of Budo, including how the characters that form the word are constructed and why their meanings are relevant, the issue of whether getting hung up on definitions is actually useful is also explored. The Budo Etc podcase is now on Ins…

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SiF 32 - Catherine Marks - Head of Group FP&A, O2 41:45

3y ago41:45

41:45

Joining me today is Catherine Marks. Catherine joined Deloitte having undertaken a degree in Management with German at Nottingham University. After 7 years at Deloitte, including stints in Birmingham, London and Zurich across audit, reorganisation services and Transaction Services, Catherine joined RBS. Here, she spent a further 6 years in Global R…

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Welcome to the Budo Etc. Podcast 14:15

3y ago14:15

14:15

Welcome to the very first episode of the Budo Etc Podcast - a brand new space to discuss al lthings Budo related. We will be covering everything from Aikido to Zen (and everything in between). There's even space for discusion of those more esoteric elements that just don't get talked about much these days... In this episdode the Budo Etc. Podcast i…

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Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04 1:28:02

3y ago1:28:02

1:28:02

Chris Norton Podcast Interview – Episode S5E04 Canadian born Chris Norton is today’s Old Time Hockey UK hockey hero from the past. Chris, an NHL draft pick for the Winnipeg Jets, spent most of his career assigned to AHL and IHL teams. The 1991 – 92 season saw Chris icing for the Phoenix Roadrunners of the... The post Chris Norton Podcast Interview …

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Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03 57:55

3y ago57:55

57:55

Gary Newbon Podcast Interview – Episode S5E03 In Series 5 Episode 3 my guest is former Solihull Barons Team owner, Central TV and Sky Sports broadcaster Gary Newbon. Journalist Gary had made his way into television with Westward TV before moving to Midlands based ATV in the early 1970’s. Based in Solihull, West Midlands Gary... The post Gary Newbon…

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SiF 31 - Daniel Pembroke - Pricing Specialist 52:03

3+ y ago52:03

52:03

Joining me today is Daniel Pembroke. Daniel joined Macfarlanes straight out of school and transitioned into a Credit Controller role as the concept of asking clients to pay money that they owed developed. After 8 years at Macfarlanes, Daniel joined Ince & Co via a brief stint at HFW. He went on to spend almost 20 years at Ince & Co, progressing thr…

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SiF30 - Zoe Cooke - Head of FP&A, MiQ 51:29

3+ y ago51:29

51:29

Joining me today is Zoe Cooke. Zoe graduated from LSE with a degree in Government and a Masters in Political Science. She decided to join GroupOn who were the fastest growing company ever at the time and on the verge of IPO as a Junior Finance Manager. Over her 5.5 years here, Zoe spent 2 years in Switzerland and completed the CIMA qualification. W…

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SiF29 - Billy Green - Finance Director, CentralNic 55:11

3+ y ago55:11

55:11

Joining me today is Billy Green. Billy graduated with a degree from Oxford in English before embarking upon a career in audit with PwC. Over his 10 years with PwC, Billy specialised in the audit of Tech and Media clients, with a 3 year stint in LA seeing him develop a strong understanding of US GAAP, SOX and SEC guidelines. Having left PwC as a Sen…

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SiF 28 - Lauren Murphy - CFO, Adludio 49:29

3+ y ago49:29

49:29

Joining me today is Lauren Murphy. Lauren is a CA qualified accountant having trained in South Africa before moving to London. During her time in London, Lauren attended an event for entrepreneurs at Google HQ and shared an idea with fellow attendees giving her and her partners the confidence to go ahead with the concept of Adludio. 9 years later, …

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SiF 27 - Chris Newman - VP Finance Mergers & Integrations, Fiserv 1:19:36

3+ y ago1:19:36

1:19:36

Joining me today is Chris Newman. Chris graduated from the University of Westminster with a degree in Business Studies and decided to pursue the CIMA qualification through his role with London Stock Exchange. He went on to work for Pearl Assurance and Norwich & Peterborough Building Society for the next 8 years before joining Ascential. Here, Chris…

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David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02 1:22:42

3+ y ago1:22:42

1:22:42

David Simms Podcast Interview Part 2 – Episode S5E02 In the second Podcast interview of Series 5, I continue my chat with David Simms. David was an instrumental part in the birth of the Sheffield Steelers. Over the next 30 years he’s continued making the 180 mile round trip from his home in Solihull to... The post David Simms Podcast Interview Part…

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SiF26 - Louis Tuttle - Head of Finance, SurfStitch 55:17

3+ y ago55:17

55:17

Joining me today is Louis Tuttle. Louis graduated from King's College London with a degree in Geography. He decided to pursue the ACA as an Audit Trainee within BDO's Consumer Markets team. He spent 3.5 years at BDO, including a secondment to Brisbane, Australia, and some time out to travel afterwards. He joined Busaba, initially as a Finance Manag…

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SiF 25 - Laura Crespi - Finance Director, Elsevier 44:03

3+ y ago44:03

44:03

Joining me today is Laura Crespi. Laura graduated with a degree in Biochemistry from Nottingham before joining Deloitte as an Audit Trainee. She stayed at Deloitte until Audit Manager level and undertook a secondment to the IFRS centre of excellence, where she honed her technical accounting knowledge. Having completed her secondment, the opportunit…

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SiF 24 - Sam Bordbar - Associate Director, Teneo 53:44

3+ y ago53:44

53:44

Joining me today is Sam Bordbar. Sam completed a Masters in Business from Kent before joining DDB, part of the Omnicom group in a Commercial Analyst role. He then followed his boss over to Hogarth, part of the WPP group, giving him exposure to 2 of the largest advertising groups in the world. Sam never quite settled at Hogarth and so moved on to Te…

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David Simms Podcast Interview – Episode S5E01 1:03:43

3+ y ago1:03:43

1:03:43

David Simms Podcast Interview Part 1 – Episode S5E01 Welcome to the very first Podcast interview of Series 5. In today’s show my guest is former Solihull Barons team manager and current Sheffield Steelers MC David Simms. David discovered ice hockey in the mid 1980’s. He and a girlfriend decided to go ice skating at... The post David Simms Podcast I…

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SiF 23 - Sam Allanson - Head of Commercial Finance, GVC 59:27

3+ y ago59:27

59:27

Joining me today is Sam Allanson. Having graduated from Cambridge with a Law degree, Sam chose to pursue a finance career, starting out as a Graduate Finance Analyst at Kingfisher. He undertook a number of commercial roles during his 8 years with Kingfisher, before moving to Brakes as Head of FP&A and then Sky where he spent 4 years to Senior Finan…

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SiF22 - John Turner - Financial Reporting Accountant 51:05

3+ y ago51:05

51:05

Joining me today is John Turner. John started his career in audit at KPMG, having completed a Masters in Political Science at Leiden University. He was involved in the intensive programme offered by KPMG, which involves sitting 14 of the 15 ACA exams within the first 9 months. He talks us through the challenges of that programme alongside the Big 4…

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SiF21 - Aneliya Vazharova - Senior Commercial Finance Manager, LexisNexis 46:53

3+ y ago46:53

46:53

Joining me today is Aneliya Vazharova. Aneliya joined the graduate scheme at Cisco straight out of University and, finding her passion for commercial finance, undertook a number of financial analysis and strategic business roles here over her 6 year tenure. She then moved to LexisNexis where she has further pursued commercial finance and now operat…

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Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12 1:04:30

3+ y ago1:04:30

1:04:30

Jamie Crapper Podcast Interview – Episode S4E12 Today’s hockey hero is former Durham Wasps, Nottingham Panthers, Solihull Barons, Bracknell Bees and Great Britain goal scoring striker Jamie Crapper. While at Bracknell Jamie became the deputy rink manager. After hanging up his skates he moved to Bristol as General Manager of the Frogmore Street ice …

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SiF20 - Steve Whiting - Finance Director, Grayling 45:52

3+ y ago45:52

45:52

Joining me today is Steve Whiting. Steve is currently FD at Grayling. He talks us through gaining the ACA at a smaller firm and the benefits of exposure to tax, bookkeeping and accounts preparation as well as audit, which gave him a solid grounding when joining a larger practice and later moving into industry. He also describes his progression from…

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SiF19 - Jim Berry - MBA Course Director, UCL 55:54

4y ago55:54

55:54

Joining me today is Jim Berry. Jim is the MBA Course Director for University College London. In this role, Jim has the opportunity to work with a number of successful and aspirational professionals, across a variety of industries and roles including finance. This means that he is familiar with the ingredients required for a successful career and he…

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SiF18 - David Bloom, CFO & Board member 1:01:20

4y ago1:01:20

1:01:20

Joining me today is David Bloom. David began his career at Jeffrey Henry's, a smaller accountancy practice before moving into the corporate finance function at KPMG. After spending some time as FD of a listed business in New Zealand, David joined Getty Images, where he assisted with the growth of the business and was responsible for the integration…

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SiF17 - Joe Sage - CFO, Oakland 1:08:29

4y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

Joining me today is Joe Sage. Joe started out in audit before transitioning into Corporate Finance, where he worked on a number of transactions. This led him nicely into his Group Finance Manager role with Inspicio, an acquisitive business, where he applied his skillset to 3 acquisitions before assisting with Inspicio’s sale to 3i. This process als…

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SiF16 - Patrick Dunne - Business Owner, Chair & Award Winning Author of "Boards" 59:00

4y ago59:00

59:00

Joining me today is Patrick Dunne. Patrick spent 4 years at Air Products before studying for his MBA at Cranfield School of Management. He then joined 3i where he spent 27 years in Private Equity managing a number of different portfolios and sitting on many Boards. With this experience behind him, Patrick has gone on to found his own Board Advisory…

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SiF15 - Jamie Nolan - Tax Manager, Buzzacott LLP 37:36

4y ago37:36

37:36

Joining me this week is Jamie Nolan. Jamie joined Buzzacott LLP straight out of University following his degree in Accounting & Finance from the University of Warwick. During his time at Buzzacott, Jamie has attained the CTA qualification and has progressed rapidly to Tax Manager level. Jamie details the opportunities available through a career in …

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