SHE is known for her insightful take on the serious matter of business. But BBC reporter Steph McGovern couldn't resist a quick Irish jig on stage at a conference in Bridlington.
Ms McGovern, a champion dancer, delighted the audience at the Yorkshire International Business Convention (YIBC) with her impromptu routine, following a serious speech about the current economic climate.
Afterwards the presenter from Teeside said: "Us northerners have a good level of banter, so I thought if I fell over it would be tolerated.
"I did ask for a St John Ambulance to be on standby."
Delegates had been given a hint of the entertainment to come when master of ceremonies and Hull businessman Paul Sewell introduced Ms McGovern as an "Irish dancing specialist".
She had told the conference at the Spa in Bridlington that the economic recovery is under way, but many people have yet to feel its effects.
Ms McGovern made her name as a producer covering the financial crisis with BBC business editor Robert Peston and now works on BBC1's Breakfast show.
She believes the economy is on the up but more must be done to make sure people from all walks of life feel the benefits.
Although people are starting to spend again, many are yet to see an improvement in their pay packets.
Ms McGovern said: "The economy is being driven by the housing market and consumer spending but one of the major issues in the country is the amount of people who are still paid low wages.
"I have a lot of people coming to me saying it is great the economy is getting better but they are not feeling the difference.
"The increase in orders and increase in profits is not being filtered down to workers on the production line and it needs to be addressed."
That might be the national picture but Ms McGovern thinks East Yorkshire businesspeople are embracing opportunities.
The challenge now is ensuring young people are infected with the same spirit of optimism.
She said: "With Siemens, the City of Culture win and the football, you guys are nailing it. The Humber supports its entrepreneurs and it is great to see that. The Humber is one of the areas in the UK which is helping drive the economy.
"Businesses need to be more involved with schools, inspiring kids, because the kids are not aware of the jobs available to them.
"One of the major issues is the lack of skills and it has been mentioned to me again and again. It's about giving people the right training and giving them inspiration."
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