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Dave Fishwick left school aged 16 without any qualifications. However, armed with a huge amount of determination and ambition, he's now the largest supplier of minibuses in the country, making him a multi-millionaire.
Dave was the star of Channel 4's 2012 hit show 'Bank of Dave'. The observational series saw Dave embark on a mission to create his own bank and send it into profit in 180 days. He gave loans to businesses struggling to get help from the conventional banks and finding it hard to grow in the current economic climate. Much like an old-fashioned bank manager, Dave offered not only money but hands-on advice. He started the bank with his own cash, promised not to take a big salary or bonus and give all profits to charity.
For Dave's 2013 follow up 'Fighting The Fat Cats' politicians from all sides were quick to jump on Dave's banking bus to show their support. Hailed by many as the 'People's Banker' Dave received letters pleading for him to open more 'banks'. But not everyone was a fan of Dave and his little 'bank'in Burnley and the FSA, which regulates the banking industry, had its own nasty surprise in store. Further shows on Channel 4 included "David Fishwick: Loan Ranger", "Can Property Pay Your Wages?" and "The Shoppers Guide to Saving Money".
David Fishwick Van and Minibus Sales is now the biggest minibus supplier in Britain, offering affordable customised minibuses for schools, sports teams, community groups and local authorities. In addition, Dave owns a residential and commercial property portfolio and he has a commercial vehicle parts business operating throughout Britain and Europe.
Dave holds a pilot's license to fly planes and helicopters and regularly flies around the country to check out fleets of vans, mini-buses and mini-coaches. He is a big supporter of community sport and his company sponsors Championship club Burnley FC, and backs several community-based teams and young sport persons in Lancashire. Dave's book, Bank of Dave, appeared on the Sunday Times Business bestseller list