The Business
Wahid Alam set up Wibsey DIY Centre mid 2007 with the aim of providing a vast range of DIY products to the area as he identified the need. Understanding what was required and having a sound knowledge of running a business, Wahid invested a lot of money, time, and effort in this particular venture and hopes to establish a reputable name not just within the area but district wide.
Grid* Involvement
Wahid posses a special talent, networking, and got involved with the Grid* to exercise his skills and build contact base through the vast networks the Grid* provides. After learning about the impressive mentoring programme, Wahid decided to become a mentor for the Grid* with the notion of assisting the many businesses that he knows within the area. Aside from running a busy store, Wahid regularly meets up with fellow business owners discussing various topical business issues with the purpose of sustainability & development. "we are all very active in working together, developing ideas, and meeting new people, the Grid* has an amazing network of quality people, it's foolish not to get involved!"
Future aspirations
Wahid is very keen to drive his business forward by working together with the local community, business support services, and networks in achieving a good reputation and image along with developing the economic activity within the area.."we need to create a hive of activity , buzzing atmosphere, that brings people to the area". He also has a personal development plan for his business by renovating the first floor of his premises and opening a new line catering for the bathroom and tile trade. Through the contacts within the Grid* Wahid is currently working with professional services at Kick Start to look though marketing the concept.
Personal stuff...
Wahid is very energetic and has very good business development ideas. A fascinating event in history that Wahid would have loved to have witnessed would have been the building of the pyramids as it's baffling how they were constructed. He would also have enjoyed spending time with Ghandi and still believes in Santa Claus!
You can find Wahid at:
Wibsey DIY Centre
68-70 Beacon Road
Wibsey
BD6 3BQ
Wahid will be at the next Business Forum event Friday 7th March, 7.30pm
Omar Khan's Restaurant.
Further details to follow...
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