Bridging Business & the Volunteer Sector with Richard Phillips - Episode 93

In this episode we’re joined by Richard Phillips, Business Partnerships Lead at Manchester Community Central (https://manchestercommunitycentral.org/) an organisation dedicated to strengthening voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) networks and connecting them with local businesses in meaningful, sustainable ways.Richard shares his insights on how commercial businesses and the volunteer sector can work together, creating partnerships that go beyond traditional CSR and unlock real social value. From employer-supported volunteering and skills-sharing to in-kind contributions, Richard breaks down how collaboration benefits everyone involved, the sector, the community, and the business itself.We also dive into a more personal side of Richard’s journey, his lived experience with a stammer, and how those challenges shaped his outlook, leadership and commitment to making cross-sector work more inclusive and impactful. His story is a powerful reminder of how personal experiences can guide and fuel professional purpose.👉 Whether you’re a business leader, VCSE professional, volunteer or someone passionate about connecting community and commerce, this episode is packed with practical advice, inspiration and real-world examples.📌 Connect with Richard Phillips & MaccLearn more about the work of Manchester Community Central: https://manchestercommunitycentral.org/👍 If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with a fellow dog lover.The Episode was recorded by ⁠@Flownamix: ⁠https://www.flownamix.co.uk/⁠ ⁠ for ⁠Manchester SEO⁠⁠⁠ The episode was sponsored by: Brownies were Supplied by Bele Brownies: https://www.belebrownies.com/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠