Aaron Kirkhouse

Aaron Kirkhouse (left) set up Mint Gigs, a music promotions company, with his friend Alex Darlington when he was just 16, using his spare time between classes at school to organise rock nights at a local venue.

Choosing not to go to university, when leaving the sixth form, Aaron instead spent his time concentrating on his business. His hard work paid off and he now employs around five staff for events, and is working with some of the world’s largest music agencies, including WMA and the Agency Group. Highlights include organising ‘Pop in a Theme Park’ featuring girl band Girls Aloud at Wales’ largest visitor attraction, Oakwood.

You can find out more about Mint Gigs at www.mintgigs.com