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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> |
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 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.<ref name="Oldham Chronicle: Look overseas to boost growth">[http://www.oldham-chronicle.co.uk/news-features/7/business-news/35859/look-overseas-to-boost-growth Oldham Chronicle: Look overseas to boost growth]</ref> |
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.<ref name="Oldham Chronicle: Look overseas to boost growth">[http://www.oldham-chronicle.co.uk/news-features/7/business-news/35859/look-overseas-to-boost-growth Oldham Chronicle: Look overseas to boost growth]</ref> |
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Gavin Wheeldon | |
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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]
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