Re-Invention - 4 February 2010

Any company will have to adapt and move with the times but for some this can be a case of complete re-invention.  This event looked at the challenges of a major change in focus and the practical steps necessary to achieve this.

Show venue on a map or Read the biographies.

Feedback

"Inspiration and great tips from one of our top entrepreneurs"

"Chris was a very inspiring speaker - many good ideas and aspirations"

"The value, as ever, is just listening to someone's experiences and views, always of great value. Chris was very good"

"Value was obtained from hearing past experiences and mistakes, and the decisions taken"

"The value was encouragement to keep moving forward even if there are disappointments on the way"

"Interesting insight into the issues faced by Chris, the lessons he has learnt and what tips he has picked up on his journey. I especially liked the real story and the fact we were trusted with this information"

"Value was the inspiration on how to approach situations"

"Good inside story of how company deals work"

"Inspiring to hear how Chris has kept going after reinventing himself and his businesses more than once. Also a very interesting insight into the highly ethical and long term focused company of DC Thomson"

"Just great to hear what has gone on with the OFT"

"The value is the reassurance that some of the experiences others have had are similar to ours and also meeting with and talking with other entrepreneurs!

"A fantastic talk from Chris"

"The networking opportunity was secondary. The speech was motivating, inspiring, uplifting - I could go on. Utter humility from Chris, he was honest, open, frank - all in all very impressive"

"The value was some inspiration afforded by Chris's drive and enthusiasm"

"It provided a valuable insight and inspiration into how Chris was not afraid of risk and reinvention after his business setbacks"

"Key tip for me - don't be afraid to fail; teach to learn, teach to adapt, teach to change; don't stop taking risks; use the network; you have got to be passionate"

"Key tips taken - take risks - don't fear failure -reinvent even when successful - be prepared to change branding - delegate - get good people around you"

"Not enough space to list all my key tips"

"Hold your nerve, continue to take risk, manage relationships & keep focused"

"Surround yourself with a team of smart people who disagree with you"

"Passion & ambition was a key point to be reminded of. Without these the tasks will become mundane"

"Get a solid team around you which compliments you - don't do 5yr plan - go with your passion"

"Key tip for me was to trust my gut instinct but follow up with good analysis"

"Key tip - Keep looking for long term opportunitities"

"Key tip - re-invention is essential for the survival and growth of a business"

"Key tip - be tenacious, don't let people bring you down, be good to others and it will come back to you"

"Key tip for me is that you should not be scared of failure and reinvention"

"John recognised there was a top act waiting in the wings, set the scene well and let Chris get on with it"

"John was excellent"

"John kept everything on track and got a good balance between Chris giving his talk and then a chance to answer questions"

"John kept the focus on our speaker, which was perfect"

"I had not heard Chris speak for quite a few years and really enjoyed his talk"

"Chris was inspiring, intelligent, good use of language, excellent examples, showed humility"

"Chris has great energy"

"Chris was very passionate"

"Chris was very easy to listen to and his energy and passion for what he does is very clear when he talks. Highly motivational"

"Chris was enthusiatic and honest"

"Chris's talk embodied the very best of the Entrepreneurial Exchange. He was honest, and open. His genuine desire to help others really came across. One of the most authentic speakers I have seen in a while"

"Chris was great, honest and open"

"This was one of the best Evening Exchanges"

"Chris provided excellent, honest advice and guidance"

"Thanks to everyone who organised it. It was a successful evening"

"Other than the conferences and dinner - that was the best Exchange event I have ever attended"