Gymshark founder who launched £1.25bn empire in parents' garage awarded MBE, Business
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Ben Francis, 30, among slew of businesspeople recognised for services to commerce and economy in new year honours list
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Valeria Erba - Assistant Store Manager - DECIEM
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Ben Francis MBE on LinkedIn: I can't believe it but I've been
Nick Francis on LinkedIn: Gymshark founder who launched £1.25bn
Ben Francis MBE en LinkedIn: I can't believe it but I've been
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World's most valuable private jewellery collection goes on display in London, Art and design
James Hughes posted on LinkedIn
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