BattleLab Podcast - Dorset Innovation Park

Lloyd Hatton MP for the South Dorset on the BattleLab Podcast with Nic Spence from Vaspba talking about procurement into the MoD, using the Dorset Innovation Park and BattleLab for UAV technology.

Lloyds Hattons Website:

https://lloydhatton.co.uk/

Nic Spence Website:

https://vaspba.co.uk/

Your Host Carl Osmond:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnyendstate/

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Melina James - The Breath People - BattleLab Podcast

Episode 6

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 20:49

Melina James is from The Breath People, a former RAF Officer and now teaches Breathwork to reduce stress

https://thebreathpeople.com/workshop/

Your Host Carl Osmond:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnyendstate/

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Gavin Stone - Spy Q - BattleLab Podcast

Episode 5

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 05:57

Gavin Stone from Spy Q on the BattleLab podcast.

Welcome to Spy Q, where ordinary people unlock extraordinary potential and find a community that feels like home. Founded by Gavin Stone and James Foster, Spy Q brings together the world’s most elite intelligence operatives, analysts, and special forces experts from agencies like the CIA, MI6, FBI, Mossad, KGB, DGSE, and BND. Our mission is to share the strategic thinking, problem-solving techniques, and mindset of the world’s top spies with everyday individuals, empowering you to achieve the extraordinary in every aspect of your life—while connecting you with a tribe of high achievers who share your drive and vision.

Spy Q Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spyq/posts/?feedView=all

Your Host Carl Osmond:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnyendstate/

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Jo Rufus - Dorset Council - BattleLab Podcast

Episode 4

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 06:31

Jo Rufus is from Dorset Council and came up with the Idea to create the BattleLab with Ed Ebbern. Jo has since retired but her work lives on.

https://dorsetinnovationpark.co.uk/

Your Host Carl Osmond:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnyendstate/

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Elaine & Chris - Copper Turtle - BattleLab Podcast

Episode 3

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 12:18

Elaine Plested is the Founder and CEO of Copper Turtle, a business transformation consultancy that helps organisations improve leadership, operational performance, and sustainable change. With extensive experience across sectors including banking, insurance, engineering, charities, and defence, Elaine has led transformation programmes in the UK and internationally, working in North America, Central America, Africa, and Australia.

Known for her practical, people-first approach, Elaine partners closely with clients to build capability from within rather than relying on short-term fixes. Her expertise spans business transformation, organisational development, change management, strategic planning, and leadership development, with a particular focus on supporting SMEs in the engineering, manufacturing, and defence sectors.

Passionate about helping people and organisations exceed their potential, Elaine combines commercial insight with a collaborative leadership style, creating lasting change that delivers measurable business outcomes. Outside her consultancy work, she actively supports community and social impact initiatives, including STEM engagement and veterans' charities.

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/elaine-plested-6582a24a/

Website: https://www.copperturtle.co.uk/

Your Host Carl Osmond:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnyendstate/

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Lt Col Trevor Bowman (Retd) - Bowman Be Ltd - BattleLab Podcast

Episode 2

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 05:50

Lt Col Trev Bowman (Retired) who was the first SO1 at the BattleLab, now runs a business called Bowman B & E Consultants Ltd. They help starts ups navigate the defence industry and the MoD.

https://bowmanbeltd.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabowman/

Your Host Carl Osmond:

Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnyendstate/

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Nic Spence - Vaspba Drones - BattleLab Podcast

Episode 1

Sunday, August 2, 2026 • Duration 08:59

Nic Spence creates waterproof UAVs, made in the UK. His company is based at the Dorset Innovation Park.

website: https://vaspba.co.uk/

MilSpec: https://deltatango.io/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-spence-01a529114/