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Welcome to the Ward Hadaway Fastest 50 Podcast, where we sit down with entrepreneurs and business leaders who are rewriting the rules of growth in the UK and beyond.
In this episode, host Alistair McDonald is joined by Andy Carr and Paul Callaghan from Leighton, a North East based software development company, to discuss how regional businesses can scale whilst staying rooted in their values.

Andy Carr, Chief Financial Officer, and Paul Callaghan CBE, Chairman and Co-Founder, Leighton
If you’re leading growth (or about to), you’ll get practical insight on:
- How Leighton’s history and legacy have shaped its success in a competitive industry
- How to balance local, regional and global recruitment to acquire the right talent
- How to build and maintain strong client relationships as your business grows
- How to create an inclusive work culture that recognises team success and promotes a shared vision
- How to prepare your business for challenges and why having the right people in place makes adapting easier
From Leighton’s long-standing success and growth in the tech sector, Andy and Paul share how the business continues to adapt and evolve in a competitive industry.
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