Posted on 23rd Jul
Former Dragons Den contestant Frances McVeigh, who founded a children’s clothing retail chain, has thrown her backing behind a business event being run by budding business leaders of the future.
The Make or Bake Children’s Business Fair is being held at Teversal Community Hub, Fackley Road, Teversal, NG17 3GS, on Saturday, July 24, from 10am to 3pm.
The first event of its kind will see 18 young entrepreneurs run their own stalls selling everything from t-shirts, headwear and dog biscuits, to keyrings, artworks, cookies, and cakes.
Frances McVeigh, who founded The Pud Store children’s clothing retailer, and who appeared on TV show The Apprentice, said: “It’s fantastic to see these young people making and baking and trying to earn a few pounds.
“They’re demonstrating entrepreneurial spirit at a young age and so it would be great if people can go along and support them.”
Priya (8), of Teversal, is one of the young entrepreneurs. She said: “We’ve been really busy and we are really excited to be able to sell what we have created to real customers. We’re all looking forward to it.”
The event is cash only, free to attend, and there will be refreshments on sale.
The venue is behind the Teversal Village Candle Company, and near the Carnarvon pub.
