So Many Passions - Here’s a Few

Purpose

Business Change-Makers

Business enables some to drive change and others to benefit from it.

I like to share examples of activity by all types of business - some good… others well… less so…

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Young People

Untapped Passions & Power

I love change and I love succession. Young people are incredibly talented and creative.

I like to share examples of young people driving change - as they discover their powers.

Tech

Empowering & DrivingChange

We take technology for granted, but not too long ago it was out of reach for most.

I like to share examples of how tech and content are driving positive change.

A few thoughts, some stories, and a bit of news.

A New Met for London?
Cec Richards Cec Richards

A New Met for London?

During a meeting at Scotland Yard, I was introduced as a 'Gangs Expert,' a label I quickly corrected. I privately clarified with the senior officer chairing the meeting that this was not my lane, nor had I ever claimed it to be.

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The FA
Cec Richards Cec Richards

The FA

Why the FA?

The Football Association (FA) is undoubtedly the largest business in North West London, and Wembley Stadium is perhaps the most famous building in the city. Over the past decade, Slenky has had the privilege of collaborating with both the FA and Wembley Stadium.

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Willmott Dixon
Cec Richards Cec Richards

Willmott Dixon

The price of doing the same old thing is far higher than the price of change.

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White Light
Cec Richards Cec Richards

White Light

The Blueprint

Being the first event of its kind, there’s no blueprint, and the first hour or so of the event threw up some challenges.

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Take Your Shot Zone
Cec Richards Cec Richards

Take Your Shot Zone

Last week, Slenky unveiled the ‘Take Your Shot Zone’ in collaboration with the ‘Brent Works Wembley Job Fair’ at Wembley Stadium.

Our aim was to modernise the traditional careers event by transitioning it to a more accessible and sustainable digital format, allowing opportunity seekers to use their mobile devices to connect with employers and businesses offering opportunities.

We also unveiled the latest upgrades to the Slenky platform and app.

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Ban Smartphones and Social Media?
Cec Richards Cec Richards

Ban Smartphones and Social Media?

I recently posted about a Guardian article with some really interesting insights provided by Dr Vivek Murthy. ‘Social media is like driving with no speed limits’: the US surgeon general fighting for youngsters’ happiness. I agree with this guy so much. But…

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IDID3D @Take Your Shot Studios
Cec Richards Cec Richards

IDID3D @Take Your Shot Studios

‘This led me down the path of additive manufacturing, a cost-effective solution that could bring to life characters and figures that would resonate with young minds.’

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Football’s Future - Everyone’s Game
Cec Richards Cec Richards

Football’s Future - Everyone’s Game

Something is definitely right with English football when both the men’s and the women’s teams fight through all qualifiers to the last kick of the tournament

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