John Lewis
Member of the Institute of Directors
Age: 45
Sales and Marketing Director, SOG Ltd
John is a highly respected businessman and entrepreneur, who joined the SOG team in 2000 to give the new company the necessary business skills to succeed in a highly competitive market.
His dynamic approach to sales and marketing has been a key factor in the successful growth of SOG and the development of its products and services, particularly at The Heath
John started his business career as a modest flooring contractor but quickly developed other services required by his customers. Over the years, he acquired significant contracting, project and business management skills and now has business interests all over the North West.
At SOG, he is responsible for promoting The Heath’s serviced business and technical park and driving forward the expansion of the site. His innovative marketing strategy introduced a new approach to the sale of fully serviced science and business accommodation to a wide range of scientific sectors. His success was recognised in 2004 when he was awarded “Entrepreneur of the Year” by Halton Chamber of Commerce.
He is a key member of the board of directors for the Fusion project which aims to replicate the successful Heath regeneration model at other sites, creating new jobs and business opportunities.
One of his greatest achievements was attracting Prime Minister Tony Blair and Chancellor Gordon Brown to The Heath. Mr Blair’s desire for the Heath model to be replicated has been the inspiration for the Fusion project.
