In the final edition of the programme, Brian catches up with previous hosts Nick Servini and Sarah Dickins, to reflect on the big stories & issues covered over the last 15 years.

Budget Reaction, Pension Warnings

Nov 24th, 2017 27m 18s

Brian gets reaction to the Budget and looks at how Wales can boost its productivity. He also talks to the FCA who are worried Tata workers are being targeted by poor pension advice. Our business of the week is Jecca Makeup, which was inspired b

Airbus, Heathrow opportunities, Sport and leadership

Nov 16th, 2017 27m 4s

Brian Meechan speaks to the head of Airbus UK Katherine Bennett. The programme also hears from Heathrow Expansion director Phil Wilbraham on what the third runway could mean for the Welsh construction industry. Brian then talks to Mark Bodger f

Handling complaints, energy market, VAT changes

Nov 9th, 2017 27m 19s

Brian Meechan and guests discuss handling employee complaints. He explores changes in the energy market with the managing director of a Welsh start-up. He also hears why VAT simplification proposals could potentially affect thousands of busines

Mid-Wales Growth Deal, Pension Protection Fund, Global Welsh

Nov 2nd, 2017 27m 18s

Brian hears about ambitions for a Mid-Wales Growth Deal. He also talks to the director of customer experience at the Pension Protection Fund. The network Global Welsh is reaching out to our diaspora - we get an update from founder Walter May. W

Will Hutton, Tourism, Food Skills, Mentoring

Oct 26th, 2017 26m 56s

Brian Meechan talks to political economist and chair of the Big Innovation Centre Will Hutton. Wales Tourism Alliance chair Adrian Barsby tells Brian why they think a post-Brexit change to an EU directive could boost the sector. Brian discusses

Development Bank, Further education, Young Leaders

Oct 19th, 2017 27m 9s

Brian hears from the Economy Secretary Ken Skates about the launch of the Development Bank. Professor Dylan Jones-Evans, who recommended a development bank, gives his reaction. Iestyn Davies from Colleges Wales talks to Brian about the economic

Brexit exports; Sexual harassment at work; Social enterprise

Oct 12th, 2017 27m 4s

Brian Meechan and guests from the worlds of manufacturing and farming talk about the practicalities of exporting during Brexit. He also reflects on the problem of sexual harassment in the workplace with employment lawyer Bethan Darwin and Helen

Reaction to Welsh Government budget, and Qatar Airways chief executive interviewed

Oct 5th, 2017 27m 10s

Brian gets reaction from the CBI and the Federation of Small Businesses to the Welsh Government's budget, and speaks to the chief executive of is Qatar Airways about their new connection to Cardiff Airport.

Brexit transition, pensions, rail industry, menopause at work

Sep 28th, 2017 27m 19s

Brian and guests discuss what a Brexit transition period after 2019 could mean for business and the economy. He also hears about going through the menopause at work.

Digital Special

Sep 21st, 2017 27m 1s

Brian Meechan visits the Digital conference in Cardiff, and talks to guests including former Dragon's Den panellist Rachel Elnaugh, and internet of things expert Alexandra Deschamps-Sonsino. Reporter Kate Rimmington finds out more about some of

Business Rates, Northern Rock, Walking Meetings, Late Payments

Sep 14th, 2017 27m 19s

Retailing is big business in Wales and a major employer - but is it facing a perfect storm? Brian talks to Sara Jones, head of the Welsh Retail Consortium. A decade on from the run on the Northern Rock bank, marking the start of the financial c

07/09/2017

Sep 11th, 2017 27m 13s

How would leaked Home Office proposals on immigration affect the care sector in Wales post Brexit? Carl Roberts talks to the chair of Care Forum Wales Mario Kreft, and Nathan Gill MEP, who used to run a care business. Our business of the week E

Teen Entrepreneurs

Jul 27th, 2017 27m 13s

From flowers, to quails eggs and mobile phone apps - Brian Meechan meets some of Wales' youngest entrepreneurs. Plus, the hub that's helped business start-ups turn over more than £6 million in its first year. And how one of Wales' most successf

Electrification, childcare costs and team building

Jul 20th, 2017 27m 17s

Brian Meechan looks at the economic impact of rail electrification, the cost of childcare during the school holidays and team building in the workplace.

Swansea tidal lagoon, Foreign investment, Email etiquette

Jul 13th, 2017 27m 13s

Presenter Arwyn Jones asks what's next for businesses backing the Swansea tidal lagoon? Foreign investment in Wales has reached record level, but how can government better sell Wales to the world? Plus what is the etiquette when sending emails

The Bank of England's deputy governor for prudential regulation, business succession and Mr Men

Jul 6th, 2017 27m 19s

Brian Meechan speaks to the Bank of England Deputy Governor for Prudential Regulation. He also asks what the future holds for Fujitsu in Swansea and why business succession is important. Plus the interview selection process that evaluates candi

Tesco jobs and 5G

Jun 22nd, 2017 27m 37s

Brian Meechan examines business and work issues. This week Brian Meechan discusses Tesco job losses and 5G networks.

Election and Brexit

Jun 15th, 2017 27m 19s

Brian Meechan gets business reaction to the election result and the future of Brexit. Also the restaurant reducing food waste by selling it to customers, and the businessman who has turned his phobia of sharks into a business opportunity.

Champions League

Jun 8th, 2017 27m 18s

Brian Meechan asks if the Champions League finals were good for business, what attracts corporate sponsors to major sporting events, and how sports innovation could transform the future of the beautiful game.

General Election 2017: Business in Wales

Jun 1st, 2017 27m 18s

Brian Meechan discusses what is in the political manifestos for businesses in Wales with a panel of guests. Joining him will be representatives from the Federation of Small Businesses, Aerospace Forum Wales, the life sciences sector and the ren

Miriam Gonzalez

May 25th, 2017 27m 16s

Brian Meechan speaks to international trade lawyer Miriam Gonzalez about European trade negotiations, the Hay Festival and cooking. He will also hear from businesses in and around Hay-on-Wye about what impact the festival has one them.

Cyber attacks, translating, and business awards

May 18th, 2017 27m 6s

Brian Meechan looks at how businesses can protect themselves from future cyber attacks, the challenges facing language translators after Brexit and tips to make your businesses award-winning. Also the teenage entrepreneur laying the foundations

CBI president Paul Drechsler

May 11th, 2017 27m 12s

Brian Meechan speaks to CBI President Paul Drechsler, finds out how plans for the North Wales Growth Deal are going and how North Wales is becoming the adventure capital of Europe. Plus the teenager growing her floristry business while still at

Article 50, Gender pay gap reporting

Mar 30th, 2017 27m 3s

As Article 50 is triggered, Brian talks about the future of business dealings with the EU with Graham Morgan, consultant and former head of the Mid and South Wales Chamber of Commerce, and Dr Bernd Atenstaedt from German Industry UK. Brian also

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