Posted on September 27, 2018 28 Comments
“You have less than 30 seconds to make a first impression”. An old adage that everyone got taught as soon as they were expected to make an impression. Is it right? Or is it 7 seconds like my old school careers guidance counselor repeatedly repeated? (whilst wearing hush-puppies and a corduroy jacket with at least 20 […]
Posted on July 14, 2016 Leave a Comment
Gary Chaplin, from Wilmslow, is celebrating after pitching to renowned businessman Theo Paphitis and being crowned winner of the 2016 Many Hands Campaign in support of Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital Charity. The annual Many Hands Campaign, spearheaded for the fourth time by renowned businessman Theo Paphitis, has raised £46,000 from 21 participating companies since its […]
Posted on November 20, 2012 33 Comments
Picture the scene, 3 nights ago, I’m sat in the ‘Blue Corner’ dressing room, an hour before my Charity White Collar Boxing fight, focussing on my tactics, quietly listening to loud music, trying to pretend that I’m not so nervous I could vomit…..when in walks Elvis. No really, Elvis walked in, carrying a set of […]
Posted on February 10, 2012 3 Comments
Corporate HeadHunter Gary Chaplin delivered a winning pitch to Dragon’s Den entrepreneur Theo Paphitis to scoop the Many Hands Charity Campaign Award earlier this month. The business owner impressed a panel of judges, which included Ryman’s chairman Theo, by giving his winning speech while cycling on his bike! Gary was the only individual up against four businesses shortlisted […]
Posted on February 3, 2012 2 Comments
Last night, I was announced as the winner of the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital Many Hands award in recognition of last September’s Charity Bike Ride. Details of the ride itself can be found HERE Getting recognition for your efforts is always welcome, but this was particularly emotive: The Charity and the Children’s Hospital as […]
Posted on September 19, 2011 Leave a Comment
***Latest News: We have now been shortlisted for the RMCH Many Hands Award*** On 17th September a team of 15 cyclists, led by Gary Chaplin, set off from The Strand, London at 7.30am on a bike ride to Manchester. Spurred on by Theo Paphitis, following the Dragon’s launch of the Manchester Children’s Hospital ‘Many Hands’ appeal, […]