Living La Vida Local

17. Artemis Ansell - Rose & Coconut

Megan Carter is joined by Artemis Ansell - Director of Planning and Regeneration at Litchfield District Council. Artemis shares her 'what's that?' introduction into town planning to being the youngest head of planning in the UK. They dive into common planning misconceptions, benefits of working within a local authority and the diversity within the sector. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

16. Gavin Hall - Rob Roy

Megan Carter is joined by Gavin Hall - Director of Planning at Savills. Gavin shares his passion for planning which started from a young age, fascinated by how people can shape and influence the future of places. They myth-bust the world of planning across both the public and private sector, relationship building and the role he plays across a wide range of communities. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

15. Pam Turton - Denmark

Megan Carter is joined by Pam Turton - Head of Transport at Bath and North East Somerset Council. Pam shares her journey from starting on a graduate scheme in planning to her transition into the transport sector. They discuss the future proofing of transport strategies, alongside the integral role it plays within developments across both the public and private sector. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk

14. John Mead - Dolphin

Megan Carter is joined by John Mead - Director at Gardiner and Theobald. John shares his experience in supply chain management from working as a Carpenter into his strategic role as a Director. They dive into his involvement with the 2012 Olympic redevelopment, social value focus through investment and how supply chain management links with local authorities. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.uk

13. Emily Chomicz - Magnifying Glass

Megan Carter is joined by Emily Chomicz - Acting Assistant Director of Procurement and Contracts at Reading Borough Council. Emily shares her fascinating journey from working in Adult Social Care to Procurement within the public sector. They myth bust career opportunities and dive into how local authorities are transitioning into modern procurement methods by being sustainable and forward thinking. Make sure you follow, like and subscribe! To get in touch with the podcast, please email hello@livinglocalgov.co.uk