In Good Company with Constantia

In this episode of In Good Company with Constantia, Emily Whitehurst sits down with James Fowler, Chief Executive of Leaders in Care, to explore one of the biggest challenges facing the health and social care sector today: attracting, retaining and developing great people.
Drawing on his experience building a values-led recruitment business, James shares his insights on what truly drives employee loyalty, why culture starts at the top, and how small acts of appreciation can have a lasting impact on engagement and retention.
Together, they discuss:
The current recruitment landscape across health and social care
How economic pressures and workforce challenges are affecting providers
Why organisations must move beyond salary alone to attract and retain talent
The importance of developing and promoting people from within
How leaders set the culture and "the weather" of an organisation
The role of emotional intelligence in modern leadership
Why listening to employees is more important than ever
Practical ways organisations can make people feel valued without significant cost
This conversation is packed with honest reflections, practical leadership advice and real-world examples of how organisations can create workplaces where people feel seen, heard and appreciated.
Whether you're a care home manager, executive leader, HR professional or someone passionate about building positive workplace cultures, this episode offers valuable insights into creating organisations where people genuinely want to stay and grow.
Guest: James Fowler, Chief Executive, Leaders in Care
Listen now and discover why the future of care belongs to organisations that put people first.

Emily sits down with Harry Evans, CEO of Care Launch, for Episode 2 of In Good Company with Constantia | Storytelling, Strategy & Social Care.
From authentic storytelling and effective marketing to leadership challenges and the rise of AI in care, this episode explores the evolving landscape of social care and what providers can do to stand out.
Topics include:
Social care marketing strategies
Purpose-led storytelling
Young leadership in the care sector
AI and innovation in care
Improving provider visibility and engagement
Listen now for an honest conversation on the future of care and communication.

Welcome to the first episode of In Good Company with Constantia.
Emily Whitehurst, CEO of Constantia Healthcare Group, is joined by Ian Stone, CEO of apetito and Wiltshire Farm Foods, for an insightful conversation on innovation, leadership, and the future of care.
From the evolving role of nutrition in care settings to the decline of ‘Meals on Wheels’ services, Ian shares how apetito is redefining food provision across multiple sectors. Alongside this, both Emily and Ian reflect on stepping into CEO roles, overcoming imposter syndrome, and shaping the cultures they want to lead.
An honest, forward-thinking discussion with two voices making a real impact in social care.