Stephen Folwell

Co-founder and NED at LOVESPACE

Stephen Folwell has a diverse work history spanning over two decades. Stephen started their career as a Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company in 1998, before transitioning to ITV as a Business Development Executive in 2000. In 2003, they returned to McKinsey & Company as an Engagement Manager, where they gained valuable experience in strategic management consulting.

In 2007, Stephen joined Guardian News & Media as the Director of Strategy and New Ventures, responsible for developing and implementing business strategies. Stephen later became the Director of Business Development and Brand Extensions, overseeing a team of 60 staff and generating annual revenue of over £10 million. During their tenure, they achieved substantial growth and profitability.

Stephen's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found LOVESPACE in 2013, where they served as the Chief Executive Officer. LOVESPACE, Europe's first and largest full-service storage company, witnessed tremendous success under Stephen's leadership, receiving accolades such as the High Growth Team of the Year and UK's most innovative company.

In 2020, Stephen embarked on a new venture as the Founder of Muddy Trowel. Throughout their career, Stephen has demonstrated their ability to drive growth, devise innovative strategies, and successfully lead teams.

Stephen Folwell has an education history that includes studying at the University of Cambridge. From 1994 to 1997, they pursued a degree in Mathematics and completed a Master of Arts (MA). In 1997, they continued their education at the same university and obtained a Masters in Mathematics by 1998. Later, from 2001 to 2003, Stephen attended the London Business School to pursue an MBA degree. The field of study for their MBA is not specified.

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  • Co-founder and NED

    October, 2019 - present

  • Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer

    February, 2013

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