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The CMN Podcast

The CMN Podcast

By: The College Marketing Network + Clearhead
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Learn from FE marketers who are driving change, innovation and creativity across the sector. From standout marketing campaigns to the clever use of film and video in college communications, our guests reveal the stories behind their successes — and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. So don your headphones, put your feet up and find out what FE marketers at all levels love most about their work, the challenges they face and the projects they’re most proud of. This limited edition podcast is a joint project between the College Marketing Network & Clearhead, the video production agency.The College Marketing Network + Clearhead Economics Marketing Marketing & Sales
Episodes
  • Susan Williams | Loreto College

    Susan Williams | Loreto College
    May 6 2026

    A short bonus episode recorded live at the CMN Conference today by our co-founder Gav O’Brien.

    When a short three-week temping job turned into a 12-year commitment, Susan Williams realised she found her niche at Loreto College.

    Embracing AI, keeping up with the teens on social media (while not trying to be one) and what students really want to hear and see on their digital platforms - take a listen now!

    Loreto College

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    6 mins
  • Emma Wilde | College Marketing Network

    Emma Wilde | College Marketing Network
    Apr 24 2026

    Emma Wilde is the Executive Director of the College Marketing Network. She’s the one-woman-band who is single-handedly keeping FE professionals connected, up-skilled and up-to-date. Have a listen to hear what she did before moving into FE marketing, and some of the major changes she’s seen over the past 20 years.


    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The College Marketing Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    16 mins
  • Linzi Atkinson | Oldham College

    Linzi Atkinson | Oldham College
    Mar 31 2026

    In this episode, hear from Linzi Atkinson, a marketing leader with 15 years of experience across engineering, retail, and B2B agency work. After being made redundant during COVID, she moved into further education, where she led an award-winning campaign that earned a Silver at the FE First Awards.

    She shares her journey overcoming imposter syndrome while stepping into her role as Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment at Oldham College.

    Episode note: recorded in 2025 - Linzi has now been at Oldham College for a year.


    Oldham College

    ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The College Marketing Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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    32 mins
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