Success Story
74 year old entrepreneur Ferris Cowper has had an extensive career working for big brands like Mars and IBM and running several successful SMEs, as well as a stint as a Local Council Leader, but he didn't want to stop there. Last year he built and opened his very own restaurant in Surrey.
| Region/Nation | South East |
|---|---|
| Sector | Hospitality, Accommodation and Food Service Activities |
| Programme | Start Up Loans |
Named after his late 103-year-old mother and inspired by her carer Csilla, Ferris used a £25,000 loan to set up Vicky’s Brasserie located in Haslemere, which serves a fusion of modern British and Central European dishes.
The Start-Up Loan allowed Ferris to completely refurbish the Grade II building and the restaurant opened for business in December 2023.
I love learning new things and taking on new challenges and that is what I did when setting up Vicky’s Brasserie, so I am absolutely delighted with the success of the brasserie so far. The capital injection of the Start Up Loan was critical in supporting the refurbishment of the restaurant. I also really appreciated the support from my dedicated loan advisor who guided me throughout the whole loan application process. - Ferris Cowper Owner, Vickys’s Brasserie
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