Get Better in Chelmsford
Join host Richard as he sits down with the people building, creating, and shaping Chelmsford.
Get Better in Chelmsford shines a light on the fascinating stories of entrepreneurs, business owners, and community leaders who have unlocked the secret of building something that matters. From organisations that have been going strong for over a century to grassroots movements that started with a poster in a coffee shop - these are the stories of people driven by passion, rooted in Chelmsford.
Get Better in Chelmsford
S3 E2: You’ve Probably Seen Our Trucks With Jason Shuttleworth
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You've seen the lorries. But do you know the story?
Woodland Group is one of Essex's biggest businesses - a global supply chain logistics company with around 900 people across the UK, USA, Ireland and Asia, with Chelmsford at its heart.
In this episode, Richard speaks to Jason Shuttleworth, who's been with the company for 21 years, to explore the journey from a Basildon phone number to a global business that moves everything from books under NDA to vinyl records on release day.
They cover what makes Chelmsford the right place to HQ a logistics company, why the culture hasn't shifted even as the headcount has grown to 900, and how Woodland's 15-year partnership with Essex Cricket and its work with the Panathlon charity reflect the values at the heart of the business.
There's also talk of life in New York, Essex's surprising global reputation, and why once you've met Woodland Group, you can't stop spotting the trucks.
Recorded at:
City Space:
https://city-space.co.uk/
@city_space_chelmsford
Website:
https://www.woodlandgroup.com/uk
LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonshuttleworth/
Where to find Get Better in Chelmsford:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/get-better-in-chelmsford
Created in collaboration with:
Better Agency @betteragency
Chelmsford City Council: @chelmscouncil