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BANK OF DAVE SERVES UP FILLING ADVICE AT REED FINANCE BUSINESS LEADERS FORUM

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Posted on June 10, 2014

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Pioneering entrepreneur and founder of ‘Bank of Dave,’ Dave Fishwick, dished out a generous serving of hearty business stories and advice to launch a series of Reed Finance Great Business Leaders’ forums at The Dickens Inn, St. Katherine Docks, London.

Finance Leaders Gather for Insights

Dozens of finance professionals packed into the venue on 29 May to fill up on Dave’s knowledge gathered from his journey to set up a local bank and become the largest supplier of minibuses in England. In-keeping with Dave’s down-to-earth persona attendees were treated to a pie and a pint.

Dave Fishwick

Dave Fishwick

Origins of the Bank of Dave

Dave shared the story of how he formed ‘Bank of Dave,’ as well as delivering topical conversations about community banks, which resulted in an energetic debate with knowledge, thoughts and opinions to be shared.

Highlights from the Forum Event

Chris Harrington, senior area manager for Reed Finance London and host for the evening, says: “Dave was the perfect person to kick off the series of our Great Business Leaders’ forums. All of the finance professionals who attended gained valuable insight from the night as well as enjoying the opportunity to network and share ideas with fellow professionals.

Upcoming Speakers and Events

“We are really looking forward to our next event on 17 September with Ellis Watson, former CEO of Simon Cowell’s company, Syco. His experience working alongside one of the music industry’s most powerful men and success as an international CEO will provide another opportunity for senior finance professionals to meet Ellis along with other professionals in their field.”

The next Reed Finance Great Business Leaders’ forum is planned for 17 September at Euston Square. The event is for finance professionals and to register your interest please visit www.reedglobal.com/businessleaders

Key Takeaways

  • Dave Fishwick launched Burnley Savings & Loans (‘Bank on Dave’) using a peer‑to‑peer model to support local businesses when traditional lenders pulled back
  • The event combined storytelling with networking, reinforcing the value of community‑oriented finance leadership
  • Hosting the forum at The Dickens Inn with a pie and pint underscored Dave’s down‑to‑earth, accessible approach
  • Reed Finance’s forum series continues with speaker Ellis Watson on 17 September at Euston Square

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Dave Fishwick?
An entrepreneur from Burnley, he built Britain’s largest minibus business and launched Burnley Savings & Loans (‘Bank on Dave’) to help local businesses when banks withdrew support
What is ‘Bank on Dave’?
A peer‑to‑peer lending initiative launched in 2011 as Burnley Savings & Loans, offering local loans when high‑street banks declined, with all profits funding charitable causes
Where and when did the forum take place?
At The Dickens Inn, St. Katherine Docks, London, on 29 May
What’s next in the forum series?
Ellis Watson, former CEO of Syco, will speak at the next event on 17 September at Euston Square
Who organizes the forums?
Reed Finance hosts the Great Business Leaders’ forums, aimed at finance professionals seeking insights and networking opportunities

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