Running Industry Alliance (RIA) Podcast

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Running Industry Alliance Podcast in association with supersonic!
The Future of Recruitment
Matt & Jonathan are in conversation this month with Wayne and Sophie of Drayton Partners.
Dayton Partners are a bespoke executive search firm, with a specialism in the Consumer Goods. Including sectors such as Apparel & Footwear, Food & Drink, Lifestyle and Consumer Tech. Drayton’s vast industry experience and deep search expertise combine to produce nuanced and intelligent results, allowing them to recruit across all disciplines, from senior management to board-level, executive to non-executive.
Drayton have also over the last 18months established DraytonAssess®, a 360° assessment provision, which delivers unparalleled insight and feedback for in-depth candidate assessment. The output reports provide an unbiased yet highly detailed understanding of the work styles of candidates and their preferred way of behaving. This enables Drayton Partners to build a holistic view of the people that they recommend.
“Round pegs for round holes”
Sophie and Wayne had a lot to discuss in this domain, with the primary points of focus including:

· Career Expectations.

· Employee’s changing priorities.

· How AI can impact on roles and hiring.

· Cultural ‘Fit’ vs. Cultural “Add”

· Psychometrics to be able to find the perfect fit
We close the episode discussing the Future of Recruitment and setting yourself apart on your new career adventures!
Thank you for listening and do subscribe to be the first to hear about future episodes, and to join us on this journey for a deeper insight into the running industry.
Hosts & Guest:

• HOST & ANCHOR: Matt Ward LINKEDIN
• HOST: Jonathan Midwood LINKEDIN
• GUEST: Wayne Mabbott LINKEDIN
• GUEST: Sophie Edwards LINKEDIN

Useful links:

• Running Industry Alliance WEBSITE
• Running Industry Alliance ON INSTAGRAM
• Running Industry Alliance ON TWITTER
• Running Industry Alliance ON YOUTUBE
• The RIA Spring Gathering VIDEO
• The Running Conference #TRC23 WEBSITE

Welcome to Episode 3 of the Running Industry Alliance Podcast in association with supersonic!
Women's Running and Participation : Addressing Challenges and Fostering Collaboration.
Matt & Becs are this month with inspiring guest Holly Woodford, the Co-Founder along with Mel Berry of Her Spirit, which is on a mission to make it easier for 1 million women to get active and healthier together. Holly is also the presenter of the Women’s Sport Disrupt series which launched in April.

• Episode 3 of our captivating RIA podcast collab series delves deep into the exhilarating world of women's running, shedding light on participation levels and tackling a concerning downward trend head-on. Prepare to be inspired as we explore various aspects, from understanding women's motivators to accepting diverse outcomes, all with the aim of encouraging more people to embrace the joy of running by dismantling barriers to entry together.
• In this episode, we embark on an exciting journey through two emerging trends in women's running: the thrill of competing and the satisfaction of completing. We delve into the culture surrounding these trends, shining a spotlight on the power of building a supportive community that celebrates collective achievement rather than solely focusing on individual success. Brace yourself as we question the origins and effects of the elusive "5K under 30 mins" myth, unravelling its general impact on women's mental and physical well-being.
• This podcast episode goes beyond exploration however, it seeks to ignite change whilst confronting the potential fear that comes with collaboration, recognising the existence of competing businesses in a single shared space. We ponder the question of what might be lost by failing to harness the power of collaboration, igniting an urgent call to unite and work towards a common goal.
• Prepare to embark on a journey of action and transformation as we present several key steps to bring about change in women's running.
• This episode is a catalyst for continuous conversations that will reshape the running landscape, propelling us toward a brighter future for generations to come. Holly and Becs will elaborate on this further in future episodes and further announcements going forward.

"Uncomfortable conversations often lay the groundwork for positive transformation. By fearlessly embracing these discussions, we create an environment that nurtures and propels change for the betterment of the running industry, promoting active participation, and enhancing the holistic health and well-being of all”.

Thank you for listening and do subscribe to be the first to hear about future episodes, and to join us on this journey for a deeper insight into the running industry.

Hosts & Guest:

• HOST & ANCHOR: Matt Ward LINKEDIN
• HOST: Rebecca (Becs) Richardson LINKEDIN
• GUEST: Holly Woodford LINKEDIN

Useful links:

• Running Industry Alliance WEBSITE
• Running Industry Alliance ON INSTAGRAM
• Running Industry Alliance ON TWITTER
• Running Industry Alliance ON YOUTUBE
• The RIA Spring Gathering VIDEO
• The Running Conference #TRC23 WEBSITE

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Running Industry Alliance Podcast in association with supersonic
Today is World Mental Health Day, a day to talk about mental health and remind everyone that mental health matters. It’s also a day to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help, no matter what you’re going through.
An appropriate day to release the latest Running Industry Alliance (RIA) Podcast, episode #7 “Men's Mental Health - A Personal Journey and now a career” with Andy Caine. An honest and open discussion.
“Men's Mental Health - A Personal Journey and now a career”

Andy Caine (former Nike, Puma, Foot Locker, Athlete Manager and International Athlete), Founder of In The Now How, a company which specialises in connecting to the best versions of ourselves and others. Focusing on mental fitness and resilience practices to remain centred, healthy and happy in a frantic society that pulls us off centre at every turn.
Andy runs workshops, off-site, retreats for businesses and on the other side he supports men as individuals and groups to cultivate healthy masculinity, discover purpose and redefine their leadership as men.
Andy holds a monthly free to attend men’s online group called “not having my shit together” aimed at men who just need a space to be seen and heard , to feel it’s ok to talk.

• Details about In The Now How Men's Online Group

Please contact Andy directly for more details.

• Email
• Instagram
• Website

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Thank you for listening and do subscribe to be the first to hear about future episodes, and to join us on this journey for a deeper insight into the running industry.
Hosts & Guest:

• HOST & ANCHOR: Matt Ward LINKEDIN
• HOST: Rebecca Richardson LINKEDIN
• GUEST: Andy Caine LINKEDIN

Useful links:

• Running Industry Alliance WEBSITE
• Running Industry Alliance ON INSTAGRAM
• Running Industry Alliance ON TWITTER
• Running Industry Alliance ON YOUTUBE
• The RIA Spring Gathering VIDEO
• The Running Conference #TRC23

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Running Industry Alliance Podcast in association with supersonic!
Matt is in conversation this month with James Vickers, CMCO of Muuvr.

"Muuvr is much more than a sports rewards app. It is the heart and soul of a new breed of visionary sports community that is committed to independence, inclusiveness, transparency and the transformative power of sport to move the human race forward".

JOIN THE REVOLUTION, JOIN THE MUUVMENT
In this episode we discuss the fast development of technology and Muuvr, an endurance sports application that motivates athletes to be more active through rewards and community. We discuss the benefits for community members and also for businesses to get involved.
This episode not only gives you an understanding of Muuvr and what they want to achieve for everyone through the transformative power of sport to move the human race forward, but also what is coming and the benefits of technology application to achieve new world experiences. Empowering active people to take ownership of their active lives.
"Our community athletes trade get rewarded for their activities with Muuvs, a virtual currency, these Muuvs can then be exchanged for a huge range of rewards in the Muuvr Marketplace, from the latest sports gear to exclusive event access to funding for health and wellness R&D for the benefit of the wider world".
James is a seasoned CMO with in-depth knowledge and experience of the endurance sports marketing landscape, the fast moving pace of technology, data deep dive to understand product requirements and growing communities members.
At the close of the episode we appreciate the honest discussion of why Muuvr joined Running Industry Alliance (RIA) and the interesting benefits they got from attending The Running Conference.

Go to muuvr.io for further details about Muuvr and links to download the app.
Thank you for listening and do subscribe to be the first to hear about future episodes, and to join us on this journey for a deeper insight into the running industry.
Host & Guest:

• HOST: Matt Ward LINKEDIN
• GUEST: James Vickers LINKEDIN

Useful links:

• Running Industry Alliance WEBSITE
• Running Industry Alliance ON INSTAGRAM
• Running Industry Alliance ON TWITTER
• Running Industry Alliance ON YOUTUBE
• The Running Conference #TRC24 (8th to 10th December) WEBSITE

Running Industry Alliance (RIA) Co-Leads:

• Rebecca (Becs) Richardson LINKEDIN
• Jonathan Midwood LINKEDIN

Welcome to Episode 9 of the Running Industry Alliance Podcast in association with supersonic!
Matt & Becs are in conversation this month with David Birch, CEO & Founder of Endurance Zone and Creator of CEO Unplugged.
“The rewarding way to engage, retain and learn about your customers”
We are keeping the conversation going in this episode looking at areas like:
> Fast growth of a business and how to manage that
> Funding tips and business learnings
> Finding a key focus on rewards and what that means
> Managing a business in challenging business times
> What is the secret source to business success ......
We close the episode discussing how Endurance Zone can help the running industry and events more and the launching of CEO Unplugged!
Value, insight, education and business learnings are all happening on this podcast, don't miss it!

Go to www.endurancezone.com for further details about Endurance Zone,
Thank you for listening and do subscribe to be the first to hear about future episodes, and to join us on this journey for a deeper insight into the running industry.
Hosts & Guest:

• HOST & ANCHOR: Matt Ward LINKEDIN
• HOST: Rebecca Richardson LINKEDIN
• GUEST: David Birch LINKEDIN

Useful links:

• Running Industry Alliance WEBSITE
• Running Industry Alliance ON INSTAGRAM
• Running Industry Alliance ON TWITTER
• Running Industry Alliance ON YOUTUBE
• The RIA Spring Gathering VIDEO
• The Running Conference #TRC23 WEBSITE