James Sweeting shares lessons from 30 years in business at Humber Business Week

Andrew Jackson Solicitors hosts more than 120 delegates for flagship event

James Sweeting, co-founder of Pipers Crisps, Lincoln & York, and Sumo UK, was keynote speaker at a flagship event hosted by Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP this morning, marking the start of Humber Business Week.

More than 120 business leaders and professionals from across the region attended the flagship event, A Morning with James Sweeting, at Hull’s MKM Stadium, where guests heard about the growth of the entrepreneur’s multi-million pound businesses, the lessons he has learned throughout his career, and the opportunities and challenges facing businesses operating across the region today. Guests also had the opportunity to put questions to James following his presentation.

James Sweeting said: – “It was a pleasure to speak to so many ambitious and engaged business people from across the region. Over the last 30 years I’ve seen first-hand the strength, resilience and entrepreneurial spirit that exists here, and events such as this are an important way of sharing experiences, encouraging collaboration and supporting future growth.”

Mark Pearson-Kendall, managing partner at Andrew Jackson Solicitors, added: – “We were delighted with the response to this year’s Humber Business Week event, which was fully booked several weeks in advance, reflecting the respect that James commands across the business community.

“James delivered a fascinating and honest insight into his business journey, sharing valuable experiences over three decades of building successful businesses in the Humber region. It was also a fantastic way to help launch this year’s Humber Business Week programme and we’re proud to continue supporting an initiative that brings together the regional business community, encourages discussion and showcases the exceptional talent and expertise we have here.”