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Welcome to the first episode of this special Public Sector series. To get us started we have the inspirational Rana Malik joining us. Rana has been working in the education sector for 35 years. She has worked with pupils within behavioural units, pupils that have been excluded from school and is now a head of year as well as a part time lecturer. In this interview she is very honest about the racists abuse that she experienced in school and how that contributed to a feeling of exclusion and isolation. She felt completely failed by the education sector but has used her trauma & pain towards positive change. Rana is dedicated to improving the education sector by ensuring that no student shares her educational experience. ---- Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

Welcome to the first episode of this special Public Sector series. To get us started we have the inspirational Rana Malik joining us. Rana has been working in the education sector for 35 years. She has worked with pupils within behavioural units, pupils that have been excluded from school and is now a head of year as well as a part time lecturer. In this interview she is very honest about the racists abuse that she experienced in school and how that contributed to a feeling of exclusion and isolation. She felt completely failed by the education sector but has used her trauma & pain towards positive change. Rana is dedicated to improving the education sector by ensuring that no student shares her educational experience. ---- Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

On the show this week is Ann Swain. Ann is the Chief Executive of APSCo (The Association of Professional Staffing Companies) an international trade body representing the professional recruitment sector. Ann has over 30 years experience in the recruitment industry. She currently features in the SIA global power 50 list of the most influential women in international recruitment. She is also a co-author of the best selling 'Professional Recruiters Handbook' and if that's not impressive enough, in 2009 she accepted a fellowship from the NSPCC charity in recognition of her outstanding work to support vulnerable children in the UK. In this episode Ann shares some real and honest career advice which is sure to inspire any entrepreneur. From humble beginnings, "a working class girl" in her own words, Ann has achieved a remarkable career whilst raising seven daughters! For more information on APSCo: https://www.apsco.org/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

Mike Beesley is one of the UK’s best-known names in recruitment. With more than 40 years’ experience building successful businesses in the industry, his over-riding passion is creating opportunity through organisations that truly make a difference. 2020 has been the year of change for Mike, having stepped down from a position as Chair of the Prince’s Trust South West Development Committee, a role for which he was awarded the Mayor’s Medal and helped raise more than £1million for the organisation in the South West. As well as stepping down from his CEO position at Sanderson, the business he co-founded with business partner Keith Dawe in the late 70s. Mike talks honesty about the lessons he has learned over the years and gives some invaluable advice to that next generation of market makers and entrepreneurs. His new business venture, TIMESTWO Investments is an exciting proposition and will no doubt support that next wave of start-up businesses, as we look to rebuild our economy. TIMESTWO Investments: https://timestwoinvestments.co.uk/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

Rory is the founder and co-owner of a Bristol based recruitment agency called Saragossa. Saragossa specialise in technology and change recruitment within Financial Services and Fin Tech.  Having been in the recruitment sector for 11 years now, Rory talks openly about his journey so far and explains why after only 6 years in the industry, he decided to set up his own company.  Rory’s passion for his business and the people within it is truly admirable. During this podcast, he talks about his businesses successes, their point of difference and how proactively reaching out to his network for regular support and advice has been invaluable over the years. An honest account of an entrepreneur that backed himself 5 years ago and isn’t afraid of showing vulnerability. Definitely worth a listen! For more info on Saragossa: https://saragossa.co.uk/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

Chris Sheard is the Owner and Founder of SR2 – Socially Responsible Recruitment, a community focused IT Recruitment company with a purpose.  Having worked in the recruitment industry for over 13 years now, it’s fair to say that Chris is highly regarded. In less than 3 years of trading he has Donated just over £25,000 to local charities and as a business have contributed over 200 hours of volunteering. This inspiring business owner, talks openly about his desire to make a real difference to others. Chris talks about how reading a book, whilst on holiday was the turning point for him and ultimately the inspiration he needed to take that brave step to setting up what is now SR2.  Take a listen to how putting people over profit has contributed to this success story. For more info on SR2: https://www.sr2rec.co.uk/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

Alicia is Co-Founder of SR2 - Socially Responsible Recruitment, a community focused IT Recruitment company with a purpose, in their 3rd year of trading.  Alicia talks openly about her journey so far as a technical recruiter and Co-Founder. Her passion for helping start-ups build software teams from the bottom up is extremely admirable. A woman working in the technology sector, traditionally a male dominated environment, yet flourishing through innovation and consistently implementing positive change. Alicia has created an inspiring community in this space and can proudly celebrate being the founder of “women rock”. She passionately champions equality and diversity through her own initiatives. Whilst still in the infancy of the business, Alicia recognises that being a business woman, under the age of 30 came with its challenges and talks honestly about how an evident lack of self-belief had an impact when initially setting up. A refreshing, honest account of being a start-up business that operates with positivity and resilience. Take a listen. For more info on SR2: https://www.sr2rec.co.uk/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

With over 18 year’s experience in the recruitment industry, Alan Furley talks openly and honestly about his journey as an experienced leader. Having joined ISL 12 years ago, following his now partner Henry Keeys founding the start-up tech recruitment business, Alan very quickly developed more leadership responsibility and has proudly helped the business grow to an impressive headcount of 25 employees. Alan's talks very honestly about the lesson's he has learned over the years and offers really valuable advice to other budding entrepreneurs out there looking to take that next step. An evident caring ethos sits at the core of Alan and his business, which is probably why ISL has made the UK best workplace list again in 2020. A passionate, successful leader that believes that making a difference to your people and wider community, supersedes the financial rewards. Take a listen. For more info on ISL Recruitment: https://islrecruitment.co.uk/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

With over 18 year’s experience in the recruitment industry, Alan Furley talks openly and honestly about his journey as an experienced leader. Having joined ISL 12 years ago, following his now partner Henry Keeys founding the start-up tech recruitment business, Alan very quickly developed more leadership responsibility and has proudly helped the business grow to an impressive headcount of 25 employees. Alan's talks very honestly about the lesson's he has learned over the years and offers really valuable advice to other budding entrepreneurs out there looking to take that next step. An evident caring ethos sits at the core of Alan and his business, which is probably why ISL has made the UK best workplace list again in 2020. A passionate, successful leader that believes that making a difference to your people and wider community, supersedes the financial rewards. Take a listen. For more info on ISL Recruitment: https://islrecruitment.co.uk/ Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

With over 27 year’s experience in recruitment, 17 years of board level exposure, Natasha Clarke talks openly and honestly about her journey as an experienced leader. Natasha has spent her career inspiring others to become the best version of themselves and can proudly celebrate being a champion of D&I (Diversity & Inclusion), having also been recognised by "The Times" back in 2014 and 2015 for the fantastic work she has done. Her passion and belief around breaking down barriers is truly infectious.  A passionate, successful female leader that has spent her career fighting for what she believes in.  Take a listen and prepare to be inspired.  Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

With over 27 year’s experience in recruitment, 17 years of board level exposure, Natasha Clarke talks openly and honestly about her journey as an experienced leader. Natasha has spent her career inspiring others to become the best version of themselves and can proudly celebrate being a champion of D&I (Diversity & Inclusion), having also been recognised by "The Times" back in 2014 and 2015 for the fantastic work she has done. Her passion and belief around breaking down barriers is truly infectious.  A passionate, successful female leader that has spent her career fighting for what she believes in.  Take a listen and prepare to be inspired.  Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/

Female Industry Leaders Excel. Hosted by Charmaine Vincent, CEO of Baltimore Consulting Ltd, this podcast is a platform for industry leaders across the UK to talk openly and honestly about their journey to success. This podcast is also an opportunity for leaders and entrepreneurs to unite as we look to rebuild our economy through sharing best practices, ultimately learning from the very best. Baltimore Consulting, the Senior Appointment and niche recruitment experts to the Public & Third Sector: https://www.baltimoreconsultingltd.com/