New Mirco Electric Vehicle start up business created and launched during Covid Lockdown 2019. Progressed from online into a brick and mortar site which now includes a sales room, repairs and service workshop center. Focusing on customer experience Man Firth Electric is now the leading Mirco EV company in the North of England.

As the lead for launching a new cafe and bar, I managed a team of 25 staff. My role involved everything from brainstorming the concept to hiring and training employees. I handled procurement, negotiated with vendors, and ensured regulatory compliance. Collaborating with designers, we created a welcoming space. I also spearheaded marketing efforts to build anticipation for our grand opening. It was a challenging yet rewarding experience, and I'm proud to have played a part in bringing this establishment to life.

It all began in February 2011 with a casual chat around my kitchen table, airing our frustrations at the lack of healthy restaurants for us to eat in and even fewer take out options. Before we knew it we had found the perfect test kitchen in Wetherby and were sampling new recipes by October the same year, following a trip to San Fran - the land of healthy eating and great service. Filmore & Union was named after two street names there, it’s as simple as that! Our first restaurant was opened in 2012 in the centre of York. Since then, seven other stores have opened, sure evidence that people across England are becoming more conscious about the positive effects of pure, natural food.Filmore & Union then hit 17 store in the North of England!