5 Questions With – The Business Show
An exciting weekly business show where we dive into the world of business leaders, influencers and celebrity life
Episode 1
Rebecca Headden
Welcome to the very first episode of 5 Questions with, hosted by Blanc Creative!
In this exciting premiere, we sit down with Rebecca Headden, a highly successful Recruitment Specialist and Co-owner of R13 Recruitment Agency in Norwich.
Rebecca is a Business Director and Co-Founder at R13, with over 20 years of recruitment expertise, thriving on strategy, growth, and building meaningful connections.
Rebecca shares her journey in the recruitment industry, how she built a thriving business, and the key influences that drive her success both in and out of the office.
Episode 2
Saul Humphrey
In Episode 2 of 5 Questions with, we speak about climate change and construction with Saul Humphrey, Managing Partner of his own consultancy practice. Saul is an experienced Managing Director, Consultant, Property Investor/Developer and Construction/Project Manager in the Construction sector, specialising in Sustainable Construction.
He sits on the boards of many organisations in the industry and has a multitude of roles and accreditations , which we explore during our interview.
Saul’s core purpose is to shift the paradigm towards more sustainable development.
In 2024, Saul was awarded the Chartered Institute of Building’s National “Sustainability Award.”
Episode 3
Chris Elliot, The Feed
Chris Elliott, a seasoned charity and social enterprise marketer, appears on Episode 3 of 5 Questions With.
With over 20 years of corporate experience in marketing, business development, and sponsorship, Chris has transitioned into the non-profit sector, making a significant impact. Since joining The Feed in 2020, he has been building networks to help people overcome employment barriers like homelessness and addiction.
Previously, at The Benjamin Foundation, Chris developed successful marketing and fundraising strategies, notably creating the Sleep Out event, which raised over £100,000 in 2019, while fostering valuable partnerships with businesses and communities.
Episode 4
Dean Ashton, Former Professional Footballer & Sports Pundit
In this episode of the Blanc Creative Business Show, we sit down with former professional footballer Dean Ashton for our “5 Questions With” series. Dean shares his incredible journey from the highs of professional football to reinventing himself after an unexpected early retirement. Dean Ashton is best known for his exceptional career on the pitch, playing for Crewe Alexandra, Norwich City, West Ham United, and even earning caps for the England national team. His skill and talent made him a standout striker, but his career took an unexpected turn when a devastating injury forced him to retire at just 26 years old. In this candid conversation, Dean opens up about the challenges of transitioning away from professional football and how he channelled his passion and determination into a new chapter. Today, Dean is a successful football commentator, sports pundit, public speaker, and TalkSPORT presenter, offering his expertise and insight to audiences across the UK.
Episode 5
Simon Watson, Senior Partner Lovewell Blake Accountants
Simon Watson is a senior partner at Lovewell Blake Chartered Accountants and has over thirty years of experience, as a corporate services partner based at the Norwich office.
Simon is responsible for the delivery of audit, accountancy, tax and business advisory services to clients, becoming closely involved in their long term strategic plans. He has worked in audit and corporate finance for a number of years.
Episode 6
Justin Galliford, CEO NORSE Group
In our latest episode, we look into the world of the CEO, with Justin Galliford, Chief Executive Officer, responsible for leading the strategic direction of the Norse Group. As part of the 5-year business plan, Justin ensures the Group’s values are lived across the business, driving a positive culture, championing our ESG Strategy, and promoting the Norse Group to new clients and markets.
Justin had worked in the Norse Group for 16 years in various roles across waste management, joint ventures, and strategic development.
In a very interesting episode, Justin talks about leadership, net zero, social value and much more.
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Episode 7
Coming soon -Chris Reeve,
In Episode 7 we meet Chris Reeve, who quite simply is obsessed with social media.
Chris talks about his strong desire to help people and businesses on their journey, helping them realise their dreams and hit their targets, through the effective use of value-led, commercially driven organic content
Episode 8
Coming soon - James Cook, CEO, PCE Automation
James Cook is the CEO of PCE Automation, a rapidly growing company based in Beccles, Suffolk, specialising in the design and manufacture of bespoke automation solutions for the pharmaceutical, ophthalmic, and medical machinery sectors. With a strong background in engineering and leadership, James has been instrumental in driving the company’s expansion, focusing on innovation, quality, and customer-centric solutions. Under his guidance, PCE Automation has earned a reputation as a trusted partner for clients worldwide, delivering cutting-edge technologies that streamline manufacturing processes and improve efficiency in critical industries.