Alex Minchin Named in Cotswold Life “Top 35 Under 35” 2016

Managing Director Alex Minchin has been listed in the Top 35 Entrepreneurs Under 35 award by Cotswold Life Magazine, published in partnership with Lockton Companies and Tayabali Tomlin.

For the second year running, Cotswold Life Business and Professional Magazine has published “35 under 35”, a list of 35 businessmen and women, aged 35 or under and working in the Cotswolds, who excel at what they do.

Each year, suitable candidates are nominated based on their determination, success, and promise within their business areas. We’re thrilled to reveal that our managing director, Alex Minchin, has made 2016’s list of predicted business leaders of the future within the Cotswolds.

What makes “35 under 35” different?

Cotswold Life Magazine’s award is distinguished by its attention to Generation Y, a new wave of dynamic young business people shaped by the world in which they have grown up.

According to Cotswold Life, Generation Y “rely on [their familiarity with technology] to perform their jobs better”. Growing up with the latest devices at their fingertips has nurtured an affinity for technology that they use to better their businesses.

Generation Y are also marked by a different set of workplace expectations. Strictly financial priorities matter less compared to “fewer billable hours, flexibility, and a better work\life balance”. Coupled with a strong work ethic and a desire to achieve, this gives Generation Y businesses a unique sense of culture that creates a different, more human working environment.

Based on the hugely successful response to their 2015 list of top 35 entrepreneurs under 35, Cotswold Life set out again to find a new class to become part of their exclusive club.

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Alex Minchin "35 under 35" Magazine Spread

Alex Minchin makes the class of 2016

The class of 2016 stands out for its drive to achieve. This extends from a personal desire to a company-wide ethic to nominees’ involvement with the local area, working to make a difference and better their communities. Alex is proud to be shortlisted for this year’s award.

Zest Digital is renowned for its industry expertise and workplace culture. A focus on local businesses and continued work with schools and other workshops throughout the area has secured Alex’s position in the shortlist and it is an honour for be recognised for this.

The full list of nominees can be found in Cotswold Life Magazine’s November issue. The “35 under 35” celebration networking event also takes place next month, where this year’s winner will be announced. 2016’s shortlist will be joined by the class of 2015 as the magazine grows this exclusive club of next generation business leaders across the Cotswolds.

Meet the class of 2016 in the November issue of Cotswold Life Business and Professional Magazine.