Andrew Nowell's interest in design and engineering was sparked by his grandparents, who encouraged him to make models and think creatively about design.
Strawtech UK oversees a trans-national supply chain that delivers Sipahh straws to fast-food outlets, supermarkets and convenience stores across the UK. Strawtech CEO Andrew Robinson shares his experiences of building a successful business.
Andy started surfing way back in 1992 in the North East. Back then surfing in the North Sea was similar to surfing in an open sewer. He has been a full time Surfers Against Sewage campaigner since 2003, working on over 50 campaigns.
"The generation currently studying or starting out in the workforce are used to utilising social networking tools to research projects, connect with friends and share information"
Andy Ross and Pete Hunt decided to base their freshly-prepared ready meals business in Newcastle after studying at the university. Two years on, Fresh Element is established as a quality enterprise sourcing local produce.
Anna Heyes founded the Liverpool-based Active Profile marketing agency, offering bespoke consultancy and marketing solutions that deliver outstanding results.
Annie Brown is a building services engineer at Halcrow one of the world’s largest multi-disciplinary consultancies and a committed advocate of the need to find more sustainable solutions in the built environment.
Annika Bosanquet set up funky packaging company Wrapology with her younger brother Tom and went on to win an Enterprising Young Brit Award in 2004. Here she explains what inspired her to become her own boss.
