<![CDATA[The Long Lunch]]>81349ba7-75b8-5d34-9080-91166dedee7eWed, 30 Sep 2026 08:32:11 +0000Captivate.fmDavid Clementshttps://artwork.captivate.fm/164e7714-b74c-410d-b8b1-aa1e66b8f05a/LongLunch-small.jpgThe Long LunchDavid ClementsDavid ClementsThe Long Lunch podcast series by David Clements Founder and Chairman of the hugely successful light manufacturing company, Future Designs. This series discusses life, business and amusing tales with an eclectic array of guests. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUla5py28qsfalseepisodicnopodcastThe Long Lunch - Episode 07 with Gary SpencerThe Long Lunch - Episode 07 with Gary SpencerWelcome to The Long Lunch podcast. This is number seven in the series and here David Clements meets with, Podcast Host, Hospitality Specialist and dear friend, Gary Spencer.

On this episode David delves into Gary's background from a brief stint at the Crystal Palace youth team to professional modelling in New York. Gary has been described as ‘ The man behind the night’ as he brings a wealth of experience within the hospitality industry, starting at the notorious Stringfellows, then moving to some of the biggest clubs in New York.

Do let us know what you think and enjoy!

]]>Welcome to The Long Lunch podcast. This is number seven in the series and here David Clements meets with, Podcast Host, Hospitality Specialist and dear friend, Gary Spencer.

On this episode David delves into Gary's background from a brief stint at the Crystal Palace youth team to professional modelling in New York. Gary has been described as ‘ The man behind the night’ as he brings a wealth of experience within the hospitality industry, starting at the notorious Stringfellows, then moving to some of the biggest clubs in New York.

Do let us know what you think and enjoy!

]]>50e1ac75-bca3-4b0a-9fb1-2408cb2db637Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:20:00 +010028:11falsefull1771The Long Lunch - Episode 06 with Sam McClaryThe Long Lunch - Episode 06 with Sam McClaryWelcome to The Long Lunch podcast. This is number six in the series and here David Clements meets with Sam McClary who is CEO of the BCO.

Here I delve into Sam’s background in journalism and where eventually she reached the pinnacle as Editor of The Estates Gazette and then came to be ‘King of the BCO’ alongside her passion for Lego!

Do let us know what you think and enjoy!

Produced by Informare

]]>Welcome to The Long Lunch podcast. This is number six in the series and here David Clements meets with Sam McClary who is CEO of the BCO.

Here I delve into Sam’s background in journalism and where eventually she reached the pinnacle as Editor of The Estates Gazette and then came to be ‘King of the BCO’ alongside her passion for Lego!

Do let us know what you think and enjoy!

Produced by Informare

]]>4f642a76-2a8c-474f-960b-4db2a3f3e004Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:10:00 +010028:56falsefull1661The Long Lunch - Episode 05 with Ashton Woodward and Mike Harris.The Long Lunch - Episode 05 with Ashton Woodward and Mike Harris.Welcome to The Long Lunch podcast series - number five in the series and this edition David Clements meets with two great friends the Founders and Owners of the hugely successful Oxygen Asset Management Aston Woodward and Mike Harris. We delve into the story of their friendship and business partnership, past, present and future.

Do let us know what you think. Enjoy!

Produced by Informare

]]>Welcome to The Long Lunch podcast series - number five in the series and this edition David Clements meets with two great friends the Founders and Owners of the hugely successful Oxygen Asset Management Aston Woodward and Mike Harris. We delve into the story of their friendship and business partnership, past, present and future.

Do let us know what you think. Enjoy!

Produced by Informare

]]>5f814f98-7783-41d9-8435-ba33e684cc49Tue, 28 Jul 2026 11:55:00 +010028:07falsefull1551The Long Lunch - Episode 04 with Fiona GoddardThe Long Lunch - Episode 04 with Fiona GoddardDavid is back at Langan's for another insightful conversation in the Long Lunch podcast series. In this episode David Clements is joined by Fiona Goddard, Head of MEP for AECOM in the UK and Ireland. Fiona shares her journey from leaving school at 18 to becoming Head of MEP, the challenges for female engineers and to what level of university degree is vital to get into engineering. Produced by Informare

]]>David is back at Langan's for another insightful conversation in the Long Lunch podcast series. In this episode David Clements is joined by Fiona Goddard, Head of MEP for AECOM in the UK and Ireland. Fiona shares her journey from leaving school at 18 to becoming Head of MEP, the challenges for female engineers and to what level of university degree is vital to get into engineering. Produced by Informare

]]>6c76fe10-8c2d-4615-8dac-76fd3993a57cThu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +010026:42falsefull1441The Long Lunch 03 with Ben CorriganThe Long Lunch 03 with Ben CorriganThe latest in the Long Lunch series is with Ben Corrigan, Principal director of Bluehaus, a TP Bennett company based in Dubai and working across the Middle East and KSA.

Notably this interview took place before the current conflict in the region, however the themes of opportunity, resilience and innovation are as relevant as ever. Ben leads with vision and compassion, making his story of Bluehaus emerging as one of the most important practices in the Middle East is compelling.

Produced by Informare X Intelier

]]>The latest in the Long Lunch series is with Ben Corrigan, Principal director of Bluehaus, a TP Bennett company based in Dubai and working across the Middle East and KSA.

Notably this interview took place before the current conflict in the region, however the themes of opportunity, resilience and innovation are as relevant as ever. Ben leads with vision and compassion, making his story of Bluehaus emerging as one of the most important practices in the Middle East is compelling.

Produced by Informare X Intelier

]]>6ec22e4a-7365-4a1b-b757-44e4f9b14c3bWed, 18 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +010026:21falsefull1331From Montpelier to MayfairFrom Montpelier to MayfairLangan's Brasserie, my favourite eating place for over 45 years allows me to use their fantastic space in the heart of Mayfair and so it is obvious that my dear friend Sam Bernard the General Manager of this iconic restaurant should be under the spotlight focusing on his journey in his profession to Langan's in the heart of Mayfair.

]]>Langan's Brasserie, my favourite eating place for over 45 years allows me to use their fantastic space in the heart of Mayfair and so it is obvious that my dear friend Sam Bernard the General Manager of this iconic restaurant should be under the spotlight focusing on his journey in his profession to Langan's in the heart of Mayfair.

]]>03ff2e1e-d289-4654-8f85-1dd0f93d0266Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:05:00 +010025:03falsefull1221Succession and LegacySuccession and LegacyJoin David Clements Chairman and Founder of Future Designs, in conversation with his Managing Director, Oliver Clements (also his son!) as they discuss life, legacy and the highs and not so many lows, of succession planning and the future success of the business.

]]>Join David Clements Chairman and Founder of Future Designs, in conversation with his Managing Director, Oliver Clements (also his son!) as they discuss life, legacy and the highs and not so many lows, of succession planning and the future success of the business.

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