Tell us about your business
Larkfleet Group is a privately-owned, award winning, housebuilder and development company based in Bourne, Lincolnshire. It consists of a group of companies which includes a sustainable housebuilder, a major developer of sustainable energy projects, an investor in sustainability-focused research and development projects and a provider of energy-efficiency improvement for new and existing buildings.
Companies within the Larkfleet Group share a common philosophy of “sustainable development”, embracing sustainability in all its many aspects – something that sets it apart from competitors. Group companies are well suited to work together on many projects and each share their different skill sets with other in the group to offer an unrivalled service to clients and customers.
How do you fund your business?
Larkfleet Group is funded with personal and retained profits and the bank.
What is the biggest challenge entrepreneurs are facing?
One of the biggest challenges is finding funding and good people who are willing to invest. Entrepreneurs need professional advisers who are commercial but also pragmatic. Also, there are never enough hours in the day!
Can you give any advice to others starting up a business?
I try to keep healthy, ensure my family is happy and healthy and always sleep well.
I am also a great believer in valuing the judgements and recommendations of loyal staff – and making business decisions as quickly as possible.
How do you think we can encourage entrepreneurialism in young people to create a generation of entrepreneurs?
The Government and banks need to continue and increase their support with funding for all our young people across different industries, in order to stimulate creativity and dynamism within future generations.
