Welcome to our CALM Business Podcast. Launching late Summer ‘25.

In each episode, we will be meeting one of our expert suppliers from our many categories (you’ll find a full list below the episodes). In each episode our expert supplier will share the inside track on what to think about before engaging with suppliers, what key things to consider when scoping a project and how to work best with a supplier in that industry.

We aim to share key knowledge from our experts so you can learn more about each industry before looking for suppliers. Each interview will be paired with a matching self assessment quiz with key insights from our guest on action points before & during working with a supplier.

Data analytics

DataGlow with Brian Boden

In this episode, we’re exploring how you can unlock hidden business insights with data analytics expert Brian Boden. Transform raw data into actionable intelligence that drives strategic decision-making and competitive advantage. Learn practical approaches to data collection, analysis, and visualisation that reveal profit opportunities, operational inefficiencies, and customer behaviour patterns for sustainable business growth.

Fractional HR Services

The HR Department with Olivia Flattery

Olivia will share her key insights every business owner with staff needs - managing employee absence with insight from her years of experience as a fractional HR expert. Learn easy to implement approaches to reducing absence costs, improving team productivity, and maintaining compliance. Discover proven strategies for absence monitoring, return-to-work protocols, and preventive wellness programs that transform HR challenges into competitive advantages for sustainable business growth.

Business sale advice

Business Sale Basecamp with Campbell Fraser

We dive deep into some critical steps you should take to ensure you maximise your business exit value with serial entrepreneur Campbell Fraser. Learn from the critical decisions he took that positioned his £6M business for optimal acquisition. Discover critical valuation factors, buyer psychology, and negotiation tactics that prevent undervaluation while ensuring your life's work achieves maximum market value and strategic positioning.

Job listing services

eTalent with Nik Plevan

Eliminate costly hiring mistakes with AI-powered recruitment technology from Nik Plevan. Discover evidence-based strategies that reduce employee turnover by 50% while improving cultural fit predictions. Learn how systematic candidate assessment transforms expensive recruitment guesswork into strategic talent acquisition that drives sustainable business growth and competitive advantage.

Commercial Cleaning

Tidy Green Clean with Andrew Alleway

Transform your workspace with sustainable commercial cleaning solutions from franchise expert Andrew Alleway. Discover how eco-friendly cleaning practices reduce operational costs while improving employee health and productivity. Learn proven franchise development strategies that build profitable cleaning businesses while meeting growing demand for environmentally responsible facility management services.

sales & marketing

Drive business growth with comprehensive sales and marketing solutions. From strategic planning, creative branding, digital marketing, content creation, PR, sales services and customer retention, we've gathered proven experts to help you attract, convert and keep valuable customers.

Fractional CMO

Marketing Strategy

Go-to-market Plans

Brand Identity

Graphic Design

Web Design

E-Commerce Design

Search Engine Optimisation

Copywriting

Video Marketing

Social Media Management

Podcasting & Webinars

Networking

PR Services

Print Materials

Large Scale Print

Stand Design & Construction

Print & Mail

Exhibitions

Fractional Sales Director

Sales Strategy

Sales Campaigns

Sales Training

CRM Systems

CRM Setup

Call Centre Outsourcing

Book Writing Support

Referral Programmes

human resources

Build and support an engaged, productive workforce with support from our wide range of HR experts. Access outsourced HR leadership, effective recruitment services, competitive employee benefits, streamlined workforce management, and targeted training programs from our specialised providers.

Fractional HR Director

HR audit

Job Listing Services

Managed Recruitment

Maternity Support

Rotas

Time & Attendance

Training Platforms

Staff Training

First Aid Training

Health & Safety Training

Employee Negotiation

Wellness Services

Healthcare

bUSINESS SUPPORt

Support your core operations with essential business services that keep your company running smoothly. Access professional services, efficient logistics solutions, managed fleet resources, event venues and high-quality corporate supplies from our carefully selected providers.

Personal Assistant

Call Answering

Business Consultancy

Legal Services

Project Management

H&S Advisors

Translation Services

Process Writing Services

Process Management

Data Analytics

Postal Services

Parcel Shipments

Pallet Logistics

Exporting Services

Fulfilment Services

Car Leases

Commercial Vehicle Leases

Short Term Car Hire

Short Term Van Hire

Fuel

Travel Portal

Car Parking

Event Venues

Event Management

Branded Merchandise

Corporate Gifts

Stationary

Workwear & PPE

Non Exec Support

Business Sale Advice

finance

Strengthen your financial foundation with expert resources tailored to your business needs. Our vetted providers offer outsourced finance leadership, financial management, low cost payment systems along with strategic banking relationships to maximise your financial operations.

Fractional FD

Book Keeping

Accountants

Payroll

EIS & SEIS Advice

R&D Tax Credits

Factoring

Debt Collection

Expense Cards

Financial Forecasting

Credit Checks

Cards payments

Banking Services

Cashflow Finance

Capital Finance

Savings & Investments

Currency Exchange

It Services

Power your business with reliable technology that drive efficiency and innovation. Below you will find outsourced IT leadership, comprehensive managed services, quality hardware, robust cyber security protection and business-enhancing software applications from our vetted providers.

Fractional IT Director

IT Managed Service

Phone Systems

Networks

Printers/MFDs

IT Security Services

System Automation

AI Advice & Support

PCs & Laptops

Tablets

Mobile Phones

Broadband

Cyber Essentials

Security Training

Data Back Ups

App Development

SaaS Subscriptions

property & FM

Maintain a safe & functional business premises with a wide range of facility management solutions. Our vetted providers deliver cleaning, fire safety, security, building maintenance, HVAC, electrical, property, and plumbing services to support your workplace environment.

Commercial Cleaning

Washroom Services

Deep Cleaning

Legionella Risk Assessment

Passive Fire Services

Active Fire Services

Fire Risk Assessments

Fire Alarm Checks

CCTV

Key Holding

Alarm Monitoring

Security Monitoring

Access Control

Building Repairs

Safety Inspections

Repair & Reinstatements

Heating

Ventilation

Air Conditioning

PAT Testing

Plumbing Services

Office Space

Commercial Property

Office Furniture

utilities

Minimise the costs of essential services while increasing service levels - that’s our aim for utilities spend. We will tender these services to achieve a the best possible rates for your business for power, water supply and effective waste management options.

Electricity

Gas

Bill Validation

Water Supply

Waste Collection

Waste Recycling

Net zero

Regardless of where you are on this path, we have found specialist providers who can support your Net-Zero journey. Our suppliers offer carbon audit services, practical net-zero training programs and innovative energy reduction technologies to support your sustainability journey.