Blackburn Youth Zone set for 'Four Fantastic Years' birthday celebration

By Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone

14 Jun 2016

One of the UK’s top ten CEOs, John Roberts, founder and Chief Executive of online electricals retailer AO.com has been confirmed to speak at Blackburn Youth Zone’s Four Fantastic Years birthday celebration, where he will share his top ten tips on getting ahead in business and reveal his passion for Youth Zones.

Young people who have benefitted from the facilities will provide tours of the building, before guests will gather to hear more about the impact Blackburn Youth Zone has had on the lives of thousands of local young people.

AO.com is on a mission to become the best electrical retailer in Europe, having already launched in Germany and the Netherlands, AO.com is a company built on an obsession with being exceptional in the moments that matter and long term thinking.

John is a long standing supporter of the development of opportunities for young people and is a big supporter of OnSide Youth Zones. To hear from these fantastic speakers, and celebrate four fantastic years of Blackburn Youth Zone, please register your place at this event by emailing [email protected] or call 01254 292000.

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