Directors Dinner: Roots & Growth - A Family Business

Description

Join us for an evening of high-level discussions, networking and dining at our upcoming Director's Dinner, focusing on Family Run Businesses. 

Our Director's Dinners provide a unique platform for senior business leaders to engage in meaningful discussions, where we delve into topics such as the potential users of Artificial Intelligence, the important of innovation, and what it means to provide exceptional customer service 

The theme of this event will focus discussions on the successful legacy of family run businesses. Our guest speakers will share their valuable insights and experiences in running family-owned businesses, offering a wealth of knowledge on navigating challenges and seizing opportunities in this unique business structure. 

Guest Speakers:

• So Him Fong - Managing Director, King Asia Foods Ltd
• Adam Fong - Director, King Asia Foods Ltd
• Mark Robinson - Director, Aggregates R Us
• Sam Robinson - Managing Director, Aggregates R Us

Menu
Baked Cod OR Chicken Fillet, Rarebit topping, Rosti Potato, Tomato & Basil Sauce (Please choose option on booking)
Or
Pumpkin Gnocchi, Roquette Pesto, Charred Aubergine & Courgette, Vegetarian Parmesan Cheese
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Cherry Bakewell Tart, Vanilla Custard


To secure your place, contact the Events Team via email or by calling the office on 01302 640100.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to engage with leading minds in the business community while enjoying an evening of networking with excellent company. We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be an enriching event. 

So Him Fong
Managing Director of King Asia Foods Ltd

 So Him Fong is a distinguished second-generation Chinese businessman based in the Doncaster, boasting over 40 years of expertise in managing the family-run businesses. His extensive experience spans across multiple industries, including food manufacturing, property development, and retail. As the Managing Director of King Asia Foods Ltd, So has played a fundamental role in shaping the company's growth and success. In addition, he leads Pearl Northern Developments, a prominent property development firm, and oversees a successful small retail chain.

So's academic footing in the construction industry is solid, with a Building Degree earned in the early 1980s. He is also an Associated Chartered Builder, reflecting his professional dedication and expertise. Business acumen runs in So's DNA, enabling him to adeptly juggle numerous responsibilities and projects simultaneously.

Throughout his career, So Him Fong has navigated the complexities of family businesses with skill and finesse. His wealth of experience and deep understanding of business operations make him an invaluable resource for sharing insights and strategies on effectively managing and growing family enterprises.


Adam Fong
Managing Director of King Asia Foods Ltd 
Adam grew up around the family business (King Asia Foods) and worked summers in his teens. This helped him begin to gain a valuable knowledge of the business from the factory floor up.

After heading to university to complete a Mechanical Engineering and studying for a Masters in Property Development and Construction, he eventually returned to the family business. Adam began his return to King Asia working in the Maintenance department which saw Adam benefit from the knowledge he had learnt from his studies with his engineering background providing him with a strong foundation in problem-solving and process optimisation . From here Adam progressed into the Production Management department and then on into Project Management where he has also completed his NEBOSH General Certificate.

With 17 years in the business Adam is currently positioned as the Health & Safety and Project Manager at King Asia Food and helps to provide additional support and expertise to the family's other businesses and ventures.


Mark Robinson
Director of Aggregates R Us
Mark Robinson, founder of Aggregates R Us, has been a pioneering force in the construction and aggregates industry for over 36 years. His entrepreneurial journey began in 1992 with Yorkshire Building Supplies, where he introduced building aggregates in 'builders bulk bags' on a national scale—an industry-changing innovation that reshaped the market.

Yorkshire Building Supplies was later acquired by Anglo American Group Plc, where Mark continued as Commercial Director for the UK division. However, his passion for independent business and quarrying led him back to entrepreneurship, culminating in the founding of Aggregates R Us.

Since then, Aggregates R Us has grown into a trusted name in the builder’s merchant and DIY retail sectors, renowned for quality, reliability, and innovation. Mark’s industry expertise and dedication have driven the company’s success, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the sector for years to come.


Sam Robinson
Managing Director of Aggregates R Us
Sam Robinson has led Aggregates R Us as Managing Director since 2022, driving the company’s expansion and diversification. The group entered the horticulture sector with the launch of SupaGrow, now a leading brand in packed soils and compost. Today, Aggregates R Us supplies over 3,000 outlets, including major merchants and retailers, with both SupaGrow and vendor own-brand products.

The group operates eight trading companies, comprising a mix of internally developed and strategically acquired businesses that align with its ambitious expansion strategy. With a workforce of 180 employees and strong trading partnerships, the group has extended its reach through joint ventures in Germany and India, ensuring full control of its supply chain and reinforcing its position as an industry leader.