Retain Limited, Plymouth
Former RM
Having been medically discharged from the corps back in 2004, I went on to start my own business and for the next 4 years thought I was the next Alan Sugar. This all came crashing down around my ears when I invested in the wrong business and my world imploded with both me and my businesses going bankrupt, upon reflection it is the best thing to happen to me even though it was the worst time of my life at the time with a wife and two young kids to support.
We set up a new business the next day and have managed to create a very nice group of multi-million-pound turnover businesses over the last 15 years. I have gained industry-related accreditations and managed to do a law degree through Open University while running the business and proudly offer to mentor for both the RMA and Heroprenuers to help those who need a steer to get their own business back on track. I would like to offer my help to anyone that wishes me to talk through my experiences or will offer advice if wanted, I’m also happy to listen if you need to vent.