The Knowledge Exchange – A Teesside University Podcast
The Knowledge Exchange - A Teesside University Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to The Knowledge Exchange – the podcast that shares the real stories behind business growth, research, innovation and skills development.
In each episode, we explore how Teesside University’s research and industry partnerships are making a tangible difference. You’ll hear real-life success stories from businesses that have benefited from workforce development programmes, as well as insights from those behind our groundbreaking research at centres like the National Horizons Centre and the Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre – all helping to drive regional and national success.
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The show explores themes surrounding business growth, research innovation, and skills development, featuring episodes that cover diverse topics such as the impact of workforce development programs, the significance of neurodiversity in the workplace, and advancements in AI technology for business efficiency.
Welcome to The Knowledge Exchange – the podcast that shares the real stories behind business growth, research, innovation and skills development.
In each episode, we explore how Teesside University’s research and industry partnerships are making a tangible difference. You’ll hear real-life success stories from businesses that have benefited from workforce development programmes, as well as insights from those behind our groundbreaking research at centres like the National Horizons Centre and the Net Zero Industry Innovation Centre – all helping to drive regional and national success.
How do we prepare people and businesses for a future we can’t fully predict? In this episode of the Knowledge Exchange Podcast, Lucie Burton is joined by Matthew Ord, Chair of the Tees Valley Business Board, to discuss the evolving regional skills agenda and the role of collaboration in shaping the future workforce.
From AI adoption and workforce readiness to apprenticeships, leadership development and employer-led skills planning, the conversation explores how education providers and businesses can work together to respond to changing industry needs.
The episode also highlights the opportunities presented through theAdult Skills Fund provision,supporting organisations to upskill their workforce through accessible, industry-informed training in areas such as leadership, management and emerging technologies.
Together, Lucie and Matthew reflect on what success looks like for regional skills development — and why agile, responsive partnerships between education and industry are key to driving growth across Tees Valley.
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