Gary Giles of OGEL

OGEL is one of the UK's most premium and innovative garden room manufacturers

This is a great podcast for Manufacturing enthusiasts, SME Owners, and Dragons Den lovers!

We discuss -

What does being a leader mean to you?
The Early Years
Construction sites
The vision for OGEL
Where it all started
Dragons Den – How it came about / The Process (Always Check your SPAM!)
Life after the den
Utilising opportunities in the pandemic (work-from-home pods)
Crowdfunding and business plans
Managing the business and the pressure that comes with it
The North East community and funding
3 Things that makeup a good leader
Advise your younger self
Next few years for OGEL

4 - Day Week Webinar

Join us for a focused webinar exploring the benefits, challenges, and practical steps of implementing a 4-day working week in your organization.

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Paul Stockhill - Managing Director - Lessons From 55 Years In Industry

Paul Stockhill shares how apprenticeships and innovation built Agemaspark’s legacy and why people are the key to manufacturing’s future.

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Jo LLoyd - How Authenticity Drives Operational Excellence in Industry

Jo Lloyd shares her 12-year journey from admin temp to Head of People at Expanded Metal, revealing how manufacturing leadership is evolving toward a more inclusive, emotionally intelligent, and people-first approach.

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