John Timpson (businessman)
| Sir John Timpson CBE | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1943 (age 73–74) |
| Citizenship | British |
| Education | Oundle |
| Alma mater | Nottingham University |
| Occupation | Chairman and owner, Timpson |
| Net worth | £165 million (May 2017)[1] |
| Spouse(s) | Alex Timpson (died 2016) |
| Children | Edward Timpson + 4 |
Sir William John Anthony Timpson CBE (born 1943) is a British businessman, the chairman and owner of Timpson, a UK shoe repair chain with 1325 shops. He has a weekly management column in The Daily Telegraph and has written several books about his management style.
Early life
Timpson was born in 1943, and educated at Oundle School and Nottingham University.[2]
Publications
- High Street Heroes: The Story Of British Retail In 50 People,[3] Icon Books Ltd (2015)
- Ask John: Straight-talking, common sense from the front line of management Paperback, Icon Books Ltd (2014)
- Upside Down Management, John Wiley & Sons (2010)
- How to Ride a Giraffe, Caspian Publishing Ltd (2008)
- Dear James: Secrets of Success from a Management Maverick, Caspian Publishing Ltd (2000)
Politics
During the EU referendum in 2016, Timpson gave his public support for leaving the EU and stated that it is "a risk worth taking".[4]
Personal life
Together with his wife Alex, who died on 5 January 2016, they had had three children, adopted two more, and fostered another 90.[5][6][7]
His youngest son, Edward Timpson, is the former MP for Crewe and Nantwich.[3]
Timpson is an avid Manchester City supporter.[8]
He was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2004 for services to the retail sector[9] and was knighted in the 2017 Birthday Honours for services to business and fostering.[10][11]
References
- ↑ "Rich List 2017: #672=, £165 million". The Sunday Times Magazine. 7 May 2017. p. 120.
- ↑ "Meet The Timpsons by Timpson". Timpson.co.uk. 23 January 1929. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
- 1 2 Bridge, Sarah. "King of keys John Timpson gives his verdict on the high street". This is Money. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
- ↑ "’Maverick’ shoe magnate John Timpson backs Brexit". telegraph.co.uk. 26 March 2017.
- ↑ "Keynote Speaker – John Timpson CBE - The Diocese of St. Asaph". Stasaph.churchinwales.org.uk. 21 October 2015. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
- ↑ "Alex Timpson, children's campaigner - obituary". Telegraph. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
- ↑ Hardman, Robert (3 February 2016). "The inspiring story of Alex Timpson who found love in her heart for 90 children | Daily Mail Online". Dailymail.co.uk. Retrieved 30 March 2016.
- ↑ "Business Profile: Timpson, the eccentric cobbler - Telegraph". telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 10 September 2016.
- ↑ "John Timpson, CBE". Women's Business Council.
- ↑ "No. 61962". The London Gazette (Supplement). 17 June 2017. p. B2.
- ↑ James Quinn (7 June 2017). "Knighthood for John Timpson, the cobbler who fostered 90 childen". Telegraph.co.uk. Retrieved 17 June 2017.