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Richard Sara-Gray

Chair

Richard has enjoyed a varied career working in the public, private and third sectors. Richard has a special interest in Marketing and Branding having worked for several years as an advertising photographer; an interest he still pursues. He achieved Head of Service status within an east coast council running their advice and information services. Richard has run his own company for 5 years and has assisted other companies to grow and develop in a self-employed consultant role. Short-term roles include Managing Director of New Holland Shipyard and a web-based 'compensation' company.

Lukman Miah

Enterprise Facilitator

Lukman has substantial experience of working with individuals, communities, and agencies throughout the Bradford District. He has worked in the Bradford District for over 10 years and understands the issues facing people that want to start their own business. Lukman believes Enterprise Facilitation will allow individual to realise their business dream and connect them to experts to unblock any obstacles they may have.


Lukman has a BA (hons) degree in Business & Organisation Management which primarily focused around successful and sustainable business development in the public and private sector. He also has a wealth of practical experience in business start up, mentoring, coaching, and most importantly understands the challenges facing individuals that want to become self employed.