We end Podcast in Person with the big one: Who is the voice of the BID industry? In this thought-provoking finale, Julie and Henry tackle the question of leadership, representation, and what’s next for the UK’s BID movement. From AI and e-voting to levy fatigue and the future of governance, it’s a fast-paced, and a hopeful close to Season One. 🎯 Includes quickfire predictions, open-mic reflections, and a glimpse at what Season Two could bring. #BIDs #Leadership #FutureOfWork #PlaceManagemen...
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We end Podcast in Person with the big one: Who is the voice of the BID industry? In this thought-provoking finale, Julie and Henry tackle the question of leadership, representation, and what’s next for the UK’s BID movement. From AI and e-voting to levy fatigue and the future of governance, it’s a fast-paced, and a hopeful close to Season One. 🎯 Includes quickfire predictions, open-mic reflections, and a glimpse at what Season Two could bring. #BIDs #Leadership #FutureOfWork #PlaceManagemen...
We end Podcast in Person with the big one: Who is the voice of the BID industry? In this thought-provoking finale, Julie and Henry tackle the question of leadership, representation, and what’s next for the UK’s BID movement. From AI and e-voting to levy fatigue and the future of governance, it’s a fast-paced, and a hopeful close to Season One. 🎯 Includes quickfire predictions, open-mic reflections, and a glimpse at what Season Two could bring. #BIDs #Leadership #FutureOfWork #PlaceManagemen...
With talk of tourist taxes heating up in the UK, Vicinity and Beyond dives into one of the most important debates in the place management and visitor economy world: Are Accommodation BIDs (ABIDs) a natural step forward—or a step too far? In this episode, we explore: 🏨 Where ABIDs came from – how Manchester pioneered the UK model 💰 How ABIDs differ from traditional BIDs – rateable value levies vs. per-night visitor charges 🗳 Why some ABID ballots fail (or fail to get started) – les...
It’s Question Time - live from Podcast in Person! Dr Julie Grail and Henry Jinman face real questions from BID leaders across the UK on everything from business rates reform and local authority cuts to collaboration, “bad BIDs,” and the future of the industry. 💡 Featuring insights from: Stephen Manion • Nicola Grant • Sophie Alexander • Fran Inman • Steve Bluff • Allison Herbert and more. If you’re in place management or local policy, this is 100% unmissable. #BIDs #PlaceManagement #LocalG...
🚀 “Every episode is basically Henry trying to build a spaceship out of BID levies… and Julie gently reminding him he needs planning permission first.” Season One of Vicinity and Beyond! has been quite a ride. From self-billing and service creep to evidence-based decision-making and whether our podcast needs a CPD code (!), we’ve laughed, debated and reflected on the evolving role of Business Improvement Districts. In this special live-recorded episode, we take stock of the season, the sector ...
In this episode of Vicinity and Beyond, Henry Jinman and Dr. Julie Grail dive into a fast-evolving issue: Are Accommodation BIDs (ABIDs) becoming victims of their own success? We explore: ✅ Comments and updates since our last episode—especially Liverpool’s shift in model ✅ Practical advice for placemakers and BIDs considering ABID models ✅ The tricky question: could ABIDs pave the way for city-wide tourist taxes that ultimately make them obsolete? 📌 Key questions we tackle: – What’s happene...
📢 In this episode of Vicinity and Beyond!, Dr Julie Grail and Henry Jinman tackle one of the most talked-about issues in the BID world today: electronic voting. Is it time to move beyond paper ballots? Join us as we explore what digital transformation could mean for Business Improvement Districts — and what’s standing in the way. 🎙️ In this episode: - Why the current postal BID ballot system is seen as outdated - What UK law allows (and doesn’t) when it comes to e-voting - Real-world lesso...
Placemaking Across Borders: A Conversation with Rachel Braithwaite (OBIAA) In this international edition of the Vicinity Podcast, we’re joined by Rachel Braithwaite, Executive Director of the Ontario Business Improvement Area Association (OBIAA), to explore how placemaking, governance, and business engagement differ—and align—across the UK and Canada. 🌎 What we cover: • Rachel’s journey into the world of BIAs and her future role at OBIAA • The key differences between UK BIDs and Ontario BIA...
Welcome to this special bonus episode of Vicinity and Beyond, your go-to podcast for place management professionals. In this briefing, we’re highlighting key areas of focus for new BID Board members and offering a practical refresher for the seasoned pros. Being on a BID Board is a privilege—and a responsibility. This episode is packed with guidance to help you thrive in your role, including: ✅ What makes a BID successful ✅ The statutory duties and responsibilities you now hold ✅ ...
How do we make evidence based decisions? What makes a Business Improvement District truly successful? In this episode, we explore how to measure the impact of a BID, looking beyond tick-box compliance to real-world value for levy-payers. Henry Jinman plays the role of a BID manager pitching projects to Dr Julie Grail. Will he get any approved? ✅ Real project examples and how to evaluate their success ✅ How to track ROI and engagement using tools like Vicinity ✅ Challenges for smaller...
Podcast 4 - What is Good Governance? 🎧 A well-run Business Improvement District (BID) depends on strong governance—but what does that mean in practice? In this episode, we explore the key standards, legal obligations, and best practices for BID governance. 🔍 Topics include: ✔ The 11 governance standards recommended by The BID Foundation ✔ The role & legal duties of BID Directors ✔ Transparency, financial accountability & conflict management ✔ Common governance mistakes & how to av...
What separates a successful Business Improvement District (BID) from an ineffective one? 🔍 Topics include: ✔ The core characteristics of a strong BID ✔ Challenges & criticisms of BIDs—and how to address them ✔ The impact of data, communication & transparency ✔ How Vicinity CRM helps BIDs engage businesses & improve outcomes If you're involved in a BID or want to understand their impact on places, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Hit play now. #Podcast #BIDs #Placemaki...
As public services face increasing financial pressures, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) are stepping up to fill the gaps. But where’s the line between “essential” and “additional” services? 🤔 In this episode, we dive into: ✅ The original purpose of BIDs and the importance of "additionality" ✅ The impact of declining public sector funding on town centres ✅ Real-world examples of BIDs navigating this challenge ✅ Practical strategies for maintaining focus while adapting to change Join us...
In the debut episode of Vicinity and Beyond, Henry Jinman, CEO of Vicinity, is joined by Dr. Julie Grail, BID expert from the BIDs business. They dive into the complexities of levy collection, exploring why it often falls short of expectations and how this impacts BID managers. Together, they discuss an alternative—self-billing which Julie has already proven with the BID in Worcester and is now working with Vicinity to roll out to more BIDs across the country. Tune in to discover how th...
We end Podcast in Person with the big one: Who is the voice of the BID industry? In this thought-provoking finale, Julie and Henry tackle the question of leadership, representation, and what’s next for the UK’s BID movement. From AI and e-voting to levy fatigue and the future of governance, it’s a fast-paced, and a hopeful close to Season One. 🎯 Includes quickfire predictions, open-mic reflections, and a glimpse at what Season Two could bring. #BIDs #Leadership #FutureOfWork #PlaceManagemen...
