Lawrence Wosskow rose from humble beginnings in Sheffield to become a multi-million-pound entrepreneur, taking ownership of a number of high-profile UK companies, including Out of Town Restaurants Group, the UK’s largest shopping center caterer, a chain of surf/outdoor retail stores; and the ice cream brands Loseley and Bradwell’s. In 2005, he bought Little Chef, a troubled chain of 230 roadside restaurants, but was forced to retire due to ill health before he could revive the company. However, more recently, he began investing his wealth in UK commercial properties, most notably changing the face of Harrogate’s city center. Lawrence has been at the coalface of UK retail for more than 30 years, bringing his personal vision and energy to the business of changing how Britons eat, shop and enjoy themselves. His frank and entertaining style makes this a compelling read.
