Parag Patel

Parag Patel has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Parag began their career as a Training Manager at British Gas, where they designed and implemented training programs for new starters in the energy sector. After that, they worked as a Manager at Parhill Chemists Ltd, a family pharmaceutical business with multiple community pharmacies. Parag then became a Business Owner at Costcutter, managing three sites, one of which included a Post Office.

Moving on, Patel served as a Fresh Food Manager at Walmart, overseeing sales and resource planning for fresh food products. Parag then joined Booker Group as a Branch Manager, responsible for managing a flagship store with a turnover of over £40 million per year.

Patel's career in the financial sector began with their role as CEO at Funding Empire Ltd, an online peer-to-peer lending platform that was later acquired by Paratus AMC and renamed Tally Marketplace Lending Limited. Parag continued as CEO at Tally Marketplace Lending Limited, leading the launch of a marketplace lending platform.

Their next position was at Downing LLP, where they held various roles. Initially, they were the Digital Operations Director, in charge of launching and operating the company's first direct-to-consumer investment platform. Later, they became an Investor Relationship Director, responsible for building relationships with high-net-worth investors and developing cross-marketing plans.

Currently, Patel holds the position of Head of Strategic Delivery at Pepper Money UK.

Parag Patel completed their BA (Hons) degree in Business Information Management from the University of South Wales between 1999 and 2002. Before that, they attended New College, Cardiff from 1992 to 1997, where they obtained their GCSE's and A-Levels. Prior to college, Parag attended St. John's School, Porthcawl, from 1984 to 1992. Further details about the field of study or degree obtained at this school are not available.