What does it really take to build a successful Yorkshire business?

CY Masterclass: What does it really take to build a successful Yorkshire business? In Conversation with Russell Manning Date: Tuesday 24th November Time: 09:00 for 09:30 till 11:00 What does it really take to build a successful Yorkshire business? In Conversation with Russell Manning Venue: Bowcliffe Hall, Bramham, Wetherby, LS23 6LP Speaker: CY Partner David Shorrock of Rathbones will interview CY EIR Russell Manning MBE Join us for a special morning conversation with Russell Manning MBE. Russell is the founder of the Northern Estate Agencies Group which he recently exited following its acquisition last year by Private Equity backed LRG. NEA, included one of West Yorkshire best known Estate Agency brands Manning Stainton. He was awarded an MBE in this years Kings Birthday Honours List for services to the both the Jewish Community and Charity in the region. Russell will share his entrepreneurial journey and the story behind one of Yorkshire’s best known businesses. In an informal interview style format, Russell will share insights into starting and growing from one office in Leeds City Centre in 1976 to 40 Branches and into one of the the top 10 Independent Agency businesses in the UK, talking about the decisions and challenges that shaped the business, and the lessons he has learned along the way. Expect an open and engaging conversation covering entrepreneurship, leadership, business growth, building a strong brand and succeeding in a competitive market—with plenty of personal stories and experiences along the way. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, professional or simply interested in the story behind a successful Yorkshire company, this promises to be a fascinating and insightful way to start the day. As part of our business model, we have partners from the professional service sector (lawyers, accountants, recruiters, insurance, wealth management), who pay to have exclusivity in our group. So unfortunately, as we already have partners in these sectors, if you are in the professional service sector, you will not be able to attend our events going forward.