Search for new business brain (From The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald)

Search for new business brain

Judging time is nearing an end as Wootton Bassett eagerly awaits the naming of the town's brightest new business brain.

A competition to unearth wannabe Richard Bransons, organised by the town's Chamber of Commerce, will announce its winner on Tuesday at a presentation evening at the Wiltshire Golf and Country Club.

Contestants had to generate the best idea for a new business within the town, complete with business plan, running costs and key personnel required to make their dream a reality.

The winning entrepreneur will be awarded £1,000 to start up their business as well as being entered into a regional version of the competition with a further £1,000 up for grabs.

President of Wootton Bassett Chamber of Commerce Brian Taylor said: "We've had some good entries this year and, although it won't be easy, we're looking forward to selecting a winner."

Last year the competition was won by John and Carol Francis, of CJS Services, with their lightweight speaker design for bands. They now provide a 240 watt cabinet weighing 22 kilograms, compared with the competition's 40 kilograms.