Hull's new Enterprising People Programme

'Enterprising People' is an innovative new programme delivering world-class speakers with a twist. Bringing together the UK's youngest entrepreneurs, 'Enterprising People' provides a platform to share real life experiences of running and growing a business in this challenging economic climate.

All the enterprising people speakers have taken at least one or more enterprising ideas on a rollercoaster journey from concept to finished product. So whether you need a key note speech, school workshop, enterprise masterclass or an inspirational after dinner speech, 'Enterprising People' is the solution for you.

Dave, Richard, Amanda, Phil & Simon and Phil are the first of our young entreprenurs in Hull to sign up.

Dave has an enviable track record in setting up new businesses. Dave set up KH Smilers at ust 14 years old whilst attending Kelvin Hall School in Hull. They went on to win the Young Enterprise National Finals and their business is still running till this day. His recent venture, Garbera Enterprises, sees Dave track his enterprise journey over a trilogy of three books, the first of which was published in 2009 'Smilers.' Dave now studies medicine and Liverpool University, whilst running both businesses and was recently awarded 'Most Enterprise Student.' Dave is a legend in Hull's enterprise history and will leave no young person in any doubt that they can achieve if they set their mind to it.

Richard Myers was originally part of the young enterprise company KHSmilers with fellow entrepreneur Dave Garbera. Now Richard runs the successful web hosting company Hertz Web Solutions (HWS Hosting). Richard recently built the new http://www.hull-ready.co.uk/  website for the Hull Youth Enterprise Partnership to showcase the fantastic work of  enterprising primary school pupils in the city.

Amanda Hartley is a vibrant young flower and fantastic role model to young women. Having established herself as a budding entrepreneur in her local business community, she embodies all the characteristics of a confident and enterprising individual, having recently won the Entrepreneur of the Year Award at Spotlight 2009. Her presentations include hands on floral demonstrations to practical masterclasses on running a simple but profitable business, a quirky showstopper delivered straight to your door.

Simon Long  and Phil Benson are two querky characters. Both ex students of Hull University, the two born entrepreneurs set up their business originally in the confines of the uni campus. This summer saw the pair open their first high street city centre shop in York, with great success! The lively duo can inspire even the grumpiest of teenagers, and they may even make you a drink while they talk.

Phil Batty began Force-7 in May 2006. Force-7 is run solely by 14-24 year olds and works with businesses and organisations to enable them to more effectively engage young people. Philip is an unusual character and a self-taught manager, with some unusual experiences to share he adds value to any classroom he enters.