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Danske Advantage Podcast

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  • In the past six months we have experienced a situation that no one could have foreseen and the challenges to society and local businesses have been immense. We created the Danske Advantage Podcast to provide insights and knowledge to local businesses that will help them re-shape and future-proof their operations. Tune in every month when our host Dr. Wendy Austin MBE chats with a special guest about a range of topics from leadership and employee engagement to digital strategy and data analytics to finance and cash flow management. Subscribe today.
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Episodes
  • 5: Climate Change: Risks and Opportunities for Businesses in Northern Ireland
    Mar 1 2021
    In this episode, our host Dr. Wendy Austin MBE is joined by Géraldine Noé, Head of Environmental Sustainability at Business in the Community NI, and Chris Martin, Head of Climate Risk and Strategy at Danske Bank, to discuss the impact of climate change on Northern Ireland and the implications this has for businesses.
    Why is it crucial that companies in Northern Ireland develop a green and sustainable strategy for their business to combat climate change?
    How can these companies put this strategy together? Are there any help and resources available?
    Why does climate change pose a risk to businesses? What opportunities can arise from taking action on climate change?
    Are there any barriers that prevent businesses from taking action on climate change?
    What is the Business Action on Climate Campaign? What is the Climate Action Pledge? How do they support businesses on their climate change journey?
    And how can Business in the Community and Danske Bank support businesses in the fight against climate change?
    Have a listen to find out.
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    40 mins
  • 4: How the Trader Support Service Can Support You
    Jan 22 2021
    In this episode, our host Dr. Wendy Austin MBE is joined by Frank Dunsmuir, Fujitsu’s Industry Lead for Customs & International Trade, and Shanker Singham, CEO of Competere. 

    Both Frank and Shanker are senior members of the Trader Support Service and joined our podcast to discuss how the service is helping businesses of all sizes to navigate the changes to the way goods move under the new Northern Ireland Protocol. 

    The Trader Support Service was implemented by UK Government to help businesses that move goods from Great Britain to Northern Ireland or from outside of the UK into Northern Ireland. 

    What are the main challenges facing GB-NI traders after Brexit? 

    How does the Trader Support Service work and what do businesses need to do? 

    What additional support is the TSS putting in place to support the issues with Groupage? 

    What role do Irish ports play in this whole process? 

    And where can businesses source additional help and guidance from? 

    Frank and Shanker are world renowned experts in their field and have extensive experience in providing solutions to the complex implications on NI trade. Have a listen to find out more. 

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    47 mins
  • 3: Fighting Back With Frampton
    Nov 17 2020
    Northern Ireland’s first two-weight World Champion boxer Carl Frampton joins our host Dr. Wendy Austin MBE to discuss resilience and bouncing back in a post-COVID society.

    How does Frampton deal with adversity? What advice does he have for building resilience and overcoming setbacks?

    How does Frampton react to criticism and how does he deal with the pressure of living life in the public eye?

    How important have Frampton’s family and support network been to his success? Who are his inspirations?

    Why do the physical and mental challenges of boxing go hand in hand and how important is it to be vocal about mental health?

    What impact has COVID had on boxing? How does Frampton stay motivated?

    What’s the greatest challenge outside of boxing that Frampton has overcome? What are his ambitions when he hangs up the gloves?

    And how can Frampton’s attitude and philosophy be applied to other walks of life, such as business?

    Listen to the Danske Advantage podcast to find out! Download and subscribe today.
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    34 mins

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