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Tuesday, 4 July 2023

Entrepreneurship Panel - MYP Talks x AMBS

At Alliance Manchester Business School, we take inspiration from the city that surrounds us. Manchester is one of the fastest growing cities in Europe. The original modern city, built on innovation.

Event Time
4 Jul 06:30 - 4 Jul 08:00
Event Location
Alliance Manchester Business School Booth Street West Manchester M15 6PB UK
Event Type

In partnership with the Manchester Young Professionals network, we are hosting a panel showcasing some of the brightest entrepreneurs the city and the region has produced.

Hear first-hand from our panel about their journey, from managing uncertainty to maintaining efficiency, our panellists will be sharing their secrets for long term success. 

The panel

Michael Vachon 
Co-Founder at Maverick Drinks

Michael graduated from the Manchester MBA in 2012 and built a successful career in the drinks distribution and brand industry.
 
In 2020, Michael launched Citizens of Soil to bring fair and sustainable extra virgin oil to the UK which is now available at over 150 Waitrose locations.

Deepa Vakil 
Clinical Director and CO-Founder at YOR Dental

Deepa graduated from Guy's, Kings and St Thomas dental institute in 2003. Throughout her career she has worked in a number of private practices in London and has a vast amount of experience behind her.
 
With a passion for cosmetic dentistry Deepa has become one of the largest Invisalign providers in the North of England.

Jack Brewitt 
Co-Founder and CEO at 92 Degrees Group

Jack founded 92 Degrees, Liverpool’s first roastery coffee shop business, in 2014.
 
Jack ran 92 Degrees whilst working in the tech sector in both the US and the UK. 92 Degrees now employs over 100 people and operates in 7 cities across the world.

James Douglas 
Co-Founder and CEO at Reds True Barbecue

An accomplished operator and advisor to national F&B and FMCG brands, James’ core skills revolve around growth, strategy, marketing, product development, operational excellence and generating new commercial opportunities.
 
James was also the co-founder of Legitimate Industries Brewery, Brewskis Biscuits, Craft on Draft, and BrewDog X BD Regional Bars, the successful Nationwide joint venture with BrewDog Plc.