New Business Venture
ENTREPRENEUR Mark Wilson's dream is hopefully "in the bag" after the High Street store worker decided to splash out and open his own shop.
Mark has fulfilled a long-held ambition to run his own business, with the launch of Le Sac in Sincil Street, which sells handbags, luggage and accessories.
Meanwhile, commercial agent Banks Long & Co – which let the shop on behalf of its client Lincolnshire Co-operative – said the premises are in a great position to catch passing trade. The agent has also let another Lincolnshire Co-operative unit in the area, 7 Waterside – to EYS, Education & Youth Services Ltd.
Mark said: "I have worked for Marks & Spencer for nearly 10 years, but before that I was Food Hall manager at the company's former Skegness store.
"Marks has been brilliant in giving me time off to get my new shop sorted out and it is fantastic to have finally welcomed my first customers after wanting to have my own business for such a long time.
"I'm already pleased with my decision because this move has created a job for my partner Chris, the shop is attracting attention and we are looking to boost our ranges with the addition of further accessories," added Mark.
Banks Long & Co surveyor Matthew Brooks said: "This area is currently under the spotlight as part of major investment plans by Lincolnshire Co-operative to regenerate the area to create the multi-faceted Lindongate project.
"This means that shop units in Sincil Street currently offer businesses fantastic flexibility, which is an important factor.
"This deal means that the occupier will be able to stay in their premises until January 31, 2013, after which there will be regular "get out" points, which can be used by the occupier or Lincolnshire Co-operative."
