Reset & Rebuild Podcast

A series of podcasts produced by Co-operative Development Scotland about the role inclusive business models can play in the creation of a fairer and more democratic economic alternative. The podcasts will cover inclusive business models such as employee ownership, community co-operatives and consortium co-operatives. We will hear from experts from across Scotland calling for a reset of the economy that is stronger and fairer and showcasing how inclusive business models can play a part in that. These podcasts are intended to be a useful resource for any business owners reviewing their options to consider the adoption of these models.

The Potential for Platform Co-ops Featuring New Co-op Kooble 03/27/2024

The Potential for Platform Co-ops Featuring New Co-op Kooble In this episode, we are joined by Ronnie Sommerville, 5pm soon-to-be Kooble, who shares the story of new booking co-operative Kooble and why the model has the potential to revolutionise tourism and hospitality. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/30563153

Access to Finance for co-ops 03/27/2024

Access to Finance for co-ops In this episode, we are joined by Tim Coomer, Co-operative Finance, to discuss how investment can help co-ops grow, the challenges co-ops face in accessing finance and the changes to the funding and policy landscape that would help co-ops to continue to flourish. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/30562993

An Introduction to Worker Co-ops Featuring the Worker Co-op Federation 03/27/2024

An Introduction to Worker Co-ops Featuring the Worker Co-op Federation In this episode, John Atherton, the Worker Co-op Federation, tells us more about worker co-ops and shares his thoughts on their potential and importance in creating a fairer economy. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/30562933

The Co-operative Advantage Featuring Co-operate Scotland and Greencity Wholefoods 03/27/2024

The Co-operative Advantage Featuring Co-operate Scotland and Greencity Wholefoods In this episode we are joined by Scott Erwin, Co-operate Scotland LLP and Greencity wholefoods, to discuss the advantages of co-operatives for both the individual members and to the wider economy. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/30562833

Employee ownership in practice featuring Jerba Campervans 06/06/2023

Employee ownership in practice featuring Jerba Campervans This episode is about creating a fairer economy through employee ownership featuring Jerba Campervans - An employee-ownership case study featuring Simon Pool, founding director and chairman of Jerba Campervans. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/27061971

The potential of community business featuring GlenWyvis Distillery 06/06/2023

The potential of community business featuring GlenWyvis Distillery This episode explores the potential of community businesses featuring GlenWyvis Distillery - A community co-operative case study featuring Josh Fraser of GlenWyvis Distillery. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/27061884

The role of community wealth building and inclusive models in helping achieving Scotland’s economic goals 06/06/2023

The role of community wealth building and inclusive models in helping achieving Scotland’s economic goals This episode explores the role of community wealth building and inclusive models in achieving Scotland’s economic goals - An introduction to community wealth building and the role of co-operatives and employee ownership focussing on the progress made in North Ayrshire featuring Mhairi Paterson and Jude King of North Ayrshire Council. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/27061794

Supporting and Investing in Social Enterprises 07/13/2022

Supporting and Investing in Social Enterprises The current National Strategy for Economic Transformation sets out the priorities for Scotland’s economy as well as the actions needed to achieve the Scottish Governments vision of a wellbeing economy. The paper recognises the importance of alternative business models such as social enterprises, employee-owned businesses and co-operatives to deliver strong outcomes on fair work and benefit to local communities. Against this backdrop, episode 10 of the Reset and Rebuild podcast focuses on the potential of social enterprise, their importance to the Scottish Economy and the support available. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/23730488

Unlocking the Potential of Community Business featuring Isle of Eigg Brewery 05/30/2022

Unlocking the Potential of Community Business featuring Isle of Eigg Brewery In episode 9 of the Reset and Rebuild podcast, we are joined by Stuart McCarthy who shares the inspiring story of Isle of Eigg brewery to illustrate the potential for community businesses. Toby of Community Shares Scotland and Suzanne from Co-operative Development Scotland also join us to discuss the support available to help communities get their ideas off the ground. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/23267237

Co-operatives and the benefit to our economy and communities 05/30/2022

Co-operatives and the benefit to our economy and communities Co-operative models create democratic, purpose lead, resilient businesses that put people and planet on an equal footing to profit but the awareness of the models and their potential is still not widely known beyond the sector. Across the business community in Scotland, change is happening and this has been hastened by the effects of Covid-19 and climate change. Employees, business leaders and communities are increasingly looking to create fairer business that looks beyond the traditional measures of success. We believe co-operative business models could play a key part in creating a fairer and more resilient economy. In episode 8 of the Reset and Rebuild podcast, we’re joined by Brain Morgan of Glasgow based co-op Jangling Space as he shares his experience alongside Suzanne Orchard from Co-operative Development Scotland. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/23267171

Enhancing employee engagement through employee ownership featuring Network ROI 05/30/2022

Enhancing employee engagement through employee ownership featuring Network ROI Employee ownership is a succession solution that is popular among business owners considering a business sale as it offers a tax-efficient exit route, protecting the legacy of their company while achieving a competitive price for the business. The model also has a positive impact on local communities as the business remain rooted in the same location, securing the future of the workforce. In episode 7 of the Reset and rebuild podcast we are joined by Keith Bevan and Colin Thomson of Network ROI and Glen Dott from Co-operative Development Scotland to hear about employee ownership in practice and what the benefits are when pass control of the company to staff. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/23267129

An Introduction to Platform Co-ops 05/30/2022

An Introduction to Platform Co-ops Digital platforms allow easy access to a variety of services such as ordering food, booking holiday accommodation, organising a taxi or downloading music and podcasts. The technology and the big brands operating them provide consumers with greater choice and convenience. It’s hard to imagine life without digital platform business but many may say it’s come at a cost to the contractors and others on the frontline of services. They can be closely associated with the gig economy that has led to precarious working conditions for many.   In episode 6 of the Reset and Rebuild campaign we speak with Ludovica Rogers of Co-ops UK to find out about platform co-ops and how these democratically owned and controlled businesses offer a fairer alternative to their members, customers and the communities they serve. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/23266967

Social Impact in a Post-Pandemic World 03/24/2021

Social Impact in a Post-Pandemic World With guests Rachael Brown, Chief Executive at Future Economy Company, and Darah Zahran, Team Leader at CDS. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/18449444

Achieving a Fairer Economy Through Collaboration 03/23/2021

Achieving a Fairer Economy Through Collaboration With guests Jaye Martin, Specialist Adviser at CDS, and Neil Young, a co-ordinator at P4P – Partnership for Procurement. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/18434276

Achieving a Fairer Economy Through Community Business 03/23/2021

Achieving a Fairer Economy Through Community Business With guests Jaye Martin, Specialist Advisor at CDS, Morven Lyon, Programme Manager at Community Shares Scotland, and Chris Cowcher, Head of Community Business at Plunkett. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/18434237

Achieving a Fairer Economy Through Employee Ownership 03/23/2021

Achieving a Fairer Economy Through Employee Ownership With guests Glen Dott, EO Specialist Advisor at CDS, and Jude Barber, Director at employee-owned firm Collective Architecture. /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/18434132

An introduction to Inclusive Business Models 03/19/2021

An introduction to Inclusive Business Models Introduction to Reset and Rebuild…redefining business ownership - Darah Zahran, CDS and Jamie Hepburn MSP, Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills /episode/index/show/resetandrebuild/id/18390035

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