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'''Gavin Wheeldon''' (born 12 May 1976) is a British businessman and [[entrepreneur]] from the Manchester area who has been on TV programmes such as The [[Secret Millionaire]] and [[Dragons' Den (UK)]].<ref name="From Dragon's Den">[http://fromdragonsden.co.uk/episodes/series-4/series-4-episode-4 Dragon's Den Series 4 Episode 4]</ref> |
'''Gavin Wheeldon''' (born 12 May 1976) is a British businessman and [[entrepreneur]] from the Manchester area who has been on TV programmes such as The [[Secret Millionaire]] and [[Dragons' Den (UK)]].<ref name="From Dragon's Den">[http://fromdragonsden.co.uk/episodes/series-4/series-4-episode-4 Dragon's Den Series 4 Episode 4]</ref> |
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| ⚫ | This eventually led to the launch of Applied Language Solutions <ref name="Applied Language Solutions">[http://www.appliedlanguage.com Applied Language Solutions]</ref> in 2003. In 2009, the company had an annual turnover of £6.2m GBP. However, the majority of registered police and court interpreters refused to sign up with the company, leading to questions in Parliament as to whether the contract was viable.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201011/cmhansrd/cm111010/debtext/111010-0004.htm#1110115000002 |title=House of Commons Hansard Debates for 10 Oct 2011 (pt 0004) |publisher=Publications.parliament.uk |date= |accessdate=2012-07-20}}</ref> 60% of Registered Public Service Interpreters still refuse to service ALS Ltd's Framework Agreement with the Ministry of Justice. In December of 2011, he sold the company, initially, for £7.5 million.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=143706&p=irol-newsArticle_Print&ID=1642549 |title=News Release |publisher=Phx.corporate-ir.net |date=2011-12-23 |accessdate=2012-07-20}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard-business/article-24024205-capita-snaps-up-under-fire-translator.do |title=Capita snaps up under-fire translator - Business - Evening Standard |publisher=Thisislondon.co.uk |date=2011-12-23 |accessdate=2012-07-20}}</ref> |
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==Business career== |
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After leaving school, Wheeldon sought a degree in Computer Studies while working as a windows salesman. At the age of 19, he become a Sales Manager for a government magazine. Wheeldon later started Government Information Bureau, his first business venture. However, it failed and Wheeldon returned to work for an IT Company dealing with Content Management Systems. |
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| ⚫ | This eventually led to the launch of Applied Language Solutions <ref name="Applied Language Solutions">[http://www.appliedlanguage.com Applied Language Solutions]</ref> in 2003. In 2009, the company had an annual turnover of £6.2m GBP. However, the majority of registered police and court interpreters refused to sign up with the company, leading to questions in Parliament as to whether the contract was viable.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.publications.parliament.uk/pa/cm201011/cmhansrd/cm111010/debtext/111010-0004.htm#1110115000002 |title=House of Commons Hansard Debates for 10 Oct 2011 (pt 0004) |publisher=Publications.parliament.uk |date= |accessdate=2012-07-20}}</ref> 60% of Registered Public Service Interpreters still refuse to service ALS Ltd's Framework Agreement with the Ministry of Justice. In December of 2011, he sold the company, initially, for £7.5 million.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://phx.corporate-ir.net/phoenix.zhtml?c=143706&p=irol-newsArticle_Print&ID=1642549 |title=News Release |publisher=Phx.corporate-ir.net |date=2011-12-23 |accessdate=2012-07-20}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/standard-business/article-24024205-capita-snaps-up-under-fire-translator.do |title=Capita snaps up under-fire translator - Business - Evening Standard |publisher=Thisislondon.co.uk |date=2011-12-23 |accessdate=2012-07-20}}</ref> |
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In July of 2012 Wheeldon left ALS. In written evidence to the UK Parliamentary Justice Select committee, Capita PLC provided reasons why the senior management team at ALS, including Wheeldon, were removed: '..There was insufficient experience and capability to handle and address the issues being faced by service users and the Ministry in its capacity as the commissioning public authority. We were not satisfied with ALS management’s attitude to business process adherence, implementation planning, audit management and service delivery...'{{Citation needed|date=February 2013}} |
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After leaving ALS Wheeldon embarked on a new business venture, becoming a Director at IntaFood <ref name="IntaFood"> [http://intafood.com IntaFood]</ref> a Food and Drink events company, offering cookery courses and events for private parties and Corporate Events. |
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==Other work== |
==Other work== |
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Revision as of 01:39, 20 February 2013
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| Born | 12 May 1976 |
| Nationality | British |
| Known for | Entrepreneur |
Gavin Wheeldon (born 12 May 1976) is a British businessman and entrepreneur from the Manchester area who has been on TV programmes such as The Secret Millionaire and Dragons' Den (UK).[1]
This eventually led to the launch of Applied Language Solutions [2] in 2003. In 2009, the company had an annual turnover of £6.2m GBP. However, the majority of registered police and court interpreters refused to sign up with the company, leading to questions in Parliament as to whether the contract was viable.[3] 60% of Registered Public Service Interpreters still refuse to service ALS Ltd's Framework Agreement with the Ministry of Justice. In December of 2011, he sold the company, initially, for £7.5 million.[4][5]
Other work
In January 2010, the Oldham Council set up the Business Leadership Group, of which Wheeldon is a member. The group is comprised of 14 local business owners who advise the Oldham Council and local regeneration body Oldham Partnership on economic and other policy matters.[6]
Awards
In 2007 Wheeldon's business was awarded the AXA Small to Medium Business of the Year at The National Business Award.[7]
Also in 2007, Wheeldon was awarded Institute of Directors Director of the Year Award and in December, gained the IoD Diploma in Company Direction.[8]
In April 2010 Wheeldon's company was awarded The Queen's Award for Enterprise.[9]
References
- ^ Dragon's Den Series 4 Episode 4
- ^ Applied Language Solutions
- ^ "House of Commons Hansard Debates for 10 Oct 2011 (pt 0004)". Publications.parliament.uk. Retrieved 2012-07-20.
- ^ "News Release". Phx.corporate-ir.net. 2011-12-23. Retrieved 2012-07-20.
- ^ "Capita snaps up under-fire translator - Business - Evening Standard". Thisislondon.co.uk. 2011-12-23. Retrieved 2012-07-20.
- ^ Oldham Chronicle: Look overseas to boost growth
- ^ National Business Awards – 2007 Winners and Finalists
- ^ Gavin Wheeldon Leeds Metropolitan University
- ^ The Queen's Award for Enterprise, International Trade 2010