Christmas, for many, is often
a time of reflection, and a Christmas Carol is a tale of redemption and
forgiveness. But do we forgive ourselves of our mistakes in business? Can we
learn from our errors and do we have the courage to move forward?
Our lead in our First Friday
Christmas story is Jacob Hill, a young and eager entrepreneur with an
impressive history of business success behind him, and a world of opportunity
in front.
The story will be set at the
beautiful and newly refurbished space at Farmer Copley’s, a perfect and cozy
setting for this tale of success, failure and redemption.
Jacob devised his most
lucrative venture, The Lazy Camper, a trailblazing concept aimed at festival
fans. He entered his business in to a host of national competitions, securing
investment from Richard Branson through his Virgin Media Pioneers medium. Such was Jacob’s success, that he found the
company sponsoring leading UK music and sporting festivals.
When he faced seismic setbacks,
from business failures to a 28-month prison sentence after making bad business
and personal decisions, Jacob pledged to push through and re-build
Despite all the unfortunate
circumstances that he’s faced, Jacob’s most admirable trait is his
determination to push through and stay inspired, and that ultimately success
comes with passion, instinct and sincerity.
You’ll also hear about the
wonderful home grown Farmer Copley’s
and find out how this innovative family business has grown massively since its
early beginnings as a converted barn café. Expanding in 2006 and then again
more recently in 2009 to its present size, boasting 3,100 square feet of retail
space and encompassing a 106 seated MOO
Café.
Chaired by Adrian Spawforth, Wakefield Bondholders Chair, the
event will also feature excellent networking opportunities, and a breakfast of tasty fresh farm
produce from Farmer Copley’s!
Although not essential, we highly
recommend you come along in your favourite festive jumper (Or ties,
earrings…whatever you enjoy!)
Bondholder first Friday’s continue to be a must attend event
for local businesses with ambition and a passion for Wakefield.