Emily’s vision, strategic acumen and ability to lead a team of 10 has fuelled growth in the security and commercial cleaning sectors, including securing a £3m contract with Lancashire County Council.
Under her guidance, the company has also partnered with leading global jewellery chains and healthcare facilities. Emily has higher ambitions still, and plans to become the company’s chief sales officer within the next three years..
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Tom Myers Managing director, Eco Providers
Tom took full control of Eco Providers in 2023 and, under his leadership, it has experienced significant financial growth, marked by increased turnover and expansion into new markets.
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Through its eco4 service, the business is helping to combat fuel poverty by providing vital home improvements free
of charge to those facing financial hardship. Tom has also spearheaded various initiatives aimed at fostering a low-carbon culture and equipping employees with the skills to contribute effectively to sustainability goals.
Jacob and Harley Nelson Owners, Spud Bros
Brothers Jacob and Harley have become global stars from selling jacket potatoes at Preston’s Flag Market, thanks to their canny use of social media.
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They currently have more than 2.3 million followers on TikTok, with one video exceeding 73 million views, and more than half a million followers on Instagram.
Online fame has paid dividends, with fans travelling from across Europe and beyond to join the queue to grab a Spud Brothers spud. The Hot Potato Tram has been a fixture in Preston since 1955.
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Rogiros Theophanous
Chief executive officer, Theo Technologies Emily Theophanous
Head of medical VR development, Theo Technologies
Rogiros, who graduated from Lancaster University, launched Theo Technologies to work on
a range of projects from cloud computing to the implementation of VR simulations in the workplace.
The company developed the low latency LoLa cloud-powered personal computer system, which it hopes will become the standard for individuals and businesses. Rogiros has employed local talent from the area and has also deployed the LoLa system into universities and colleges, meaning they no longer have to pay for expensive computer hardware for their students.
Emily, who graduated with a degree in biomedicine from Lancaster, worked for five years as an analytical chemist before joining Theo Technologies. Her goal is to see the LoLa streaming technology used to develop a medical training VR platform to allow medical students everywhere to have access to high quality immersive medical training.
Jamie Turner Managing director, Musique
After working as a self-employed music producer and keyboard player, Jamie founded music production and artist development company Actual Music in 2017, then launched Musique in 2020, supplying live music and bands for weddings and events.
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It is vital that we support the
talented young entrepreneurs that will drive the county’s economy forward
through their innovation, enthusiasm and determination to succeed
Yasir Patel Founder, Cluster Club
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Yas launched Cluster Club in late 2021 to help provide a nutritious alternative to ‘on the go’ snacks. His interest in healthy eating resulted from a childhood accident which left him bedridden and snacking on junk food.
The recipes he uses – which feature premium nuts and chocolate – were inspired by the treats his mum would make for special family occasions.
They now have a nationwide audience as, earlier this year, he featured on the Channel 4 show Aldi’s Next Big Thing, impressing the supermarket’s buyers and securing an order for 100,000 units.
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