Brent Hoberman He launched revolutionary travel website lastminute.com and is now developing his new online interiors business, mydeco.com. But Hoberman is also supporting fellow entrepreneurs. He recently launched European Founders Capital (with Bebo founder Michael Birch), a fund backing start-up technology companies. He’s also a member of the Conservative Party’s New Enterprise Council to advise the Tories on the needs of businesses and has backed internet companies, such as social network WAYN.com and Wigadoo. Lord DraysonThis magazine has long lamented the lack of entrepreneurial experience within government. The notable exception is science and technology minister Paul Drayson, who formerly built up his Powderject business. Drayson garners much favourable comment from insiders about his determination to support small businesses. His partnership with Dragon James Caan to launch the new iawards (celebrating science, technology and innovation in the UK) is a case in point. Drayson has been a key figure in the creation of the government’s £150m Innovation Investment Fund. Stephen AlambritisThe head of public affairs at the Federation of Small Business is the man the media turn to when they want to know small business’s view. For years now, he’s been the most consistent voice on the issues that matter to SMEs. His views may not always be cheerful – he fears a “W-shaped” recession that will hit small companies hard – but he is active, relentless and committed. Check back tomorrow for more champions of entrepreneurial Britain. Tell us who you’d like to see on our list of enterprise heroes by posting a comment below. Picture: source Related articles:Champions of entrepreneurial Britain: Part 1Champions of entrepreneurial Britain: Part 2Champions of entrepreneurial Britain: Part 3Champions of entrepreneurial Britain: Part 4Champions of entrepreneurial Britain: Part 5
We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies.
This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience.
Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.
Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.