Paul Hargreaves

Paul is one of the leading voices in the UK encouraging and inspiring businesses to make a positive impact on the world. He believes that businesses should be Forces for Good, which is also the title of his first book. Paul’s main role is as CEO of Cotswold Fayre, a multi-award-winning speciality food and drink wholesaler supplying over 2,000 retail, mainly rural sites in the UK. The company diversified in June 2021 by opening Flourish, its first foodhall, restaurant and home and lifestyle store and opened a second store in 2024. Paul speaks at conferences across the UK and Europe about compassionate leadership, personal development and sustainability. Paul inspires other business leaders with practical stories and lessons still being learned.