From zero to 120 million sales

DCS started in 1994 by Denys Shortt, has become market leader in its field with sales of over £110 million and employing 250 people.

Denys Shortt will share with us some of his experiences of founding DCS Europe and its subsidiaries.

Time: 18:00 for tea and coffee, the presentation will start at 18.30.

Venue: WBS Scarman Road

There will be a question and answer session following the presentation. Afterwards, from 19:30 onwards, there will be an opportunity for networking and further discussion in the lounge, where food and drinks will be provided.

Booking: The event is free of charge but due to high demand you will need to book in advance.

Denys Shortt An ex-England hockey player Denys Shortt has been ranked in Britain's Top 10 Entrepreneurs having started DCS - now the UK's largest distributor of health and beauty brands with sales of 120m. Denys has also started a software company with a 16 year old - now 3.5m Enable.com.

Denys is a winner of Entrepreneur of the Year, Exporter of the Year, IOD Young Director of the Year and the CBI Growing Business Awards

Denys Shortt started life as an international hockey player whilst at Warwick School. He joined his family business but soon became frustrated so decided to start DCS specialising in health and beauty products. Denys believes his business has grown due to developing a good strategic plan. In his spare time he now helps other businesses with their strategy. Denys is a keen helicopter pilot and sees aviation as a great release from the pressures of business. He is also a farmer and breeds pedigree Belted Galloway cattle on his farm in the Cotswolds.