In this episode of Walking the Talk, Robert Lloyd Griffiths OBE takes a stroll through the Bannau Brycheiniog with Dan Langford OBE - Managing Director of The Skills Centre and Co-founder of Wales Week London.

Together they explore Dan’s remarkable career journey; from his early days in marketing to becoming one of the driving forces in promoting Welsh business on the global stage. Along the way, Dan shares reflections on leadership, collaboration, and why being “in the room” matters more than ever.

From the origins of Wales Week to the importance of brand Wales, this is an inspiring conversation about connection, creativity and the value of doing things together.

In this episode, Call of the Wild's Head of Professional Practice, Dr Barrie Kennard, reflects on his journey from training for the Merchant Navy as a young man to becoming a passionate advocate for effective leadership. He shares how his early career struggles with poor management at BT inspired him to lead differently - with empathy, honesty, and humility.

The conversation explores why Barrie believes leadership is too often overcomplicated, and how he makes complex ideas relatable and practical. Key themes include emotional intelligence, communication, mentoring, and the power of admitting when you’re wrong.

Barrie’s down-to-earth approach and belief in the strength of “ordinariness” have shaped leaders across the UK and beyond. Join us to hear how his positivity and genuine outlook continue to inspire the next generation of leaders.

In this episode of Walking the Talk, we take a walk with Ben Cottam, Head of Wales at the Federation of Small Businesses, as he reflects on nearly a decade of championing small businesses and looks ahead to his next chapter at the Canal & River Trust.

From political roots to purpose-led leadership, Ben shares how staying true to values, listening closely, and putting people first has shaped every step of his career.