INSPIRATION FROM LANCASHIRE’S ‘SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR’ AT TWELVE

A LANCASHIRE entrepreneur who has addressed business communities throughout the UK will be the guest speaker at a meeting of the North Fylde Business Forum.

Mark Mills – who refers to himself as a ‘serial entrepreneur' - will be sharing advice, inspiration and anecdotes about the challenges of how to succeed whatever the economic climate. Members of the local business community are being invited to hear Mark speak at a special lunchtime event on Thursday 24th June at Twelve Restaurant & Lounge Bar in Thornton Cleveleys. (booking essential) Caroline Upton, Proprietor Front of House at Twelve Restaurant which hosts the North Fylde Business Forum’s monthly meetings, said: “We would like to welcome the local business community to hear Mark Mills speak – he is a fantastic motivator and his experiences offer a real insight into business at all levels, whether you are part of a large organisation or a one man band, working from home! “Everyone appreciates how difficult the current economic conditions have proved to be – it requires more creativity, determination and hard work than ever before. “I am sure anyone who comes to hear Mark speak, will learn a lot about new ways to improve their business model and strategies.” Business Speaker and entrepreneur Mark Mills founded Cardpoint plc in 1999 which was valued at £170m in 2006. Mark, who lives locally, has held many Board of Directors roles, and owns a diverse number of businesses. He is also a business speaker and author, addressing audiences at the Institute of Directors, Manchester Business School and the Academy of Chief Executives to name but a few. North Fylde Business Forum is a successful networking group of locally based companies which has particularly focused on mutual support among its members to keep business local and thriving. To book a place at the North Fylde Business Forum on Thursday 24th June, from 12noon – 1.30pm call Paul Wilcock on 01253 867626 or email pwilcock@montpeliergroup.com The meeting, which is open to members and non members, costs £4 per person and includes a light lunch. Booking is essential. Notes to Editors • A picture of Mark Mills is available. • For more information about Mark Mills visit www.mark.tv • Twelve Restaurant and Event Management is located at the Fylde’s historic gem, Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys. It is jointly owned by husband and wife team, Paul Moss, Chef Proprietor, and Caroline Upton, Front of House Proprietor. • The restaurant is located directly underneath one of the tallest working windmills in Europe. The restaurant is a contemporary dining area and lounge bar. The restaurant is equipped with state-of-the-art kitchen facilities. • 2010 anniversary celebrations: Twelve Restaurant is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a series of special events. More details are available at www.twelve-restaurant.co.uk • Twelve employs 32 members of staff including Head Chef, Simon Ball, and Event Designer Dulcie Devlin. • Awards: Twelve Restaurant is the only restaurant in Lancashire to have Bib Gourmand status in 2010 which it has retained for the sixth year running; 2AA Rosettes; Lancashire & Lake District Life Restaurant of the Year 2004-2005; Ceda Grand Prix Awards 2008 – best kitchen design. • Twelve Restaurant is open six days a week, from Tuesday until Sunday, from 6.30pm and for Sunday lunch from 12noon-3pm.

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