What It Takes to Lead British Manufacturing: Lessons from Daren Wallis of Cirrus Research скачать в хорошем качестве

What It Takes to Lead British Manufacturing: Lessons from Daren Wallis of Cirrus Research

Can a British manufacturer keep innovating while competing on the global stage? In this episode of MDs in Manufacturing, Kerry Hope, Managing Director of Castle Employment Group, speaks with Daren Wallis, CEO of Cirrus Research PLC, about leading a second-generation Yorkshire business with a worldwide footprint. Daren shares his journey from electronics engineer to CEO, revealing how Cirrus continues to push innovation in acoustic technology while manufacturing entirely in the UK. From navigating Brexit and tariffs to embracing AI and tackling the skills shortage, this is an honest look at what it takes to sustain growth in modern manufacturing. In this episode you will learn: • How Cirrus Research turned innovation into a culture, not a project • The realities of recruiting engineers and apprentices in 2025 • Why family values and modern leadership can coexist • How AI is already transforming product development and efficiency • What every UK exporter needs to know about trading internationally This conversation shows that British manufacturing is still thriving when driven by creativity, courage and purpose. 💬 Subscribe to MDs in Manufacturing for more authentic conversations with Yorkshire leaders shaping the future of UK industry. #Manufacturing #Leadership #Innovation #AI #Engineering #UKExport #FamilyBusiness #MDsinManufacturing #CastleEmploymentGroup #CirrusResearch