Podcast
Building a World-Class Business from the North East
Podcast
Building a World-Class Business from the North East

In this latest episode of the Manufacturing Leaders podcast, Mark welcomes Richard Bradley, CEO of SST Group, to discuss leadership, organisational culture, and the future of the engineering industry.
The conversation delves into Richard’s journey of transforming business environments through strategic vision and growth initiatives.
Emphasising the significance of values, Richard articulates the vitality of having a shared purpose within the team, highlighting how a collaborative atmosphere can propel organisations towards excellence.
Richard discusses the importance of fostering a culture built on mutual trust and accountability. He shares how the SST Group, under his guidance, has been successful in navigating challenges often faced by manufacturing SMEs.
The episode explores the integration of leadership training, the strategic use of apprenticeships, and the importance of communication in achieving business sustainability.
Richard also reflects on personal and organisational achievements, offering listeners an authentic look at the journey from struggling enterprise to thriving industry leader.
This is an episode you do not want to miss!
You can connect with Richard on LinkedIn here.
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Theo James is a Manufacturing & Engineering Recruiter based in the North East, helping Manufacturing and Engineering firms grow across the UK.
If you’d like more information about Theo James, feel free to get in touch with the team or Mark anytime.
You can call us on 0191 511 1298.
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