There’s a lot of work goes on behind the scenes, but we’ve realised that you don’t often see much of our volunteer directors.
They are all fellow business owners who give their time in various ways to helping Otley to be a wonderful place to work, live and visit.
So introducing another one of our newest Directors – Greg Silverwood, owner of The Rookery Bar & Venue.
1. Tell us a bit about your business (past & present)
I’ve been a DPS (Landlord) in Otley for the last 18 years and worked in hospitality for over 30 years. I currently run The Rookery Bar and Venue and had Rocca Bar before that.
2. Why did you join the Otley BID board of directors?
I wanted to help move Otley forward and believe being a Director of the BID is the best way to do that. I’ve been critical of certain issues in the past and it was time to put “my money, where my mouth is” as they saying goes.
3. What’s your favourite thing to do in Otley?
Simply walking through Otley and stopping for a chat. On any given day, you’re never quite sure who you’re going to meet.
4. What BID activities are you involved with?
I’m currently on the committees for Otley Live, Otley Pub Club, Otley Victorian Christmas Fayre, and give these events a channel back to Otley BID. I’ve also met with new businesses to make sure they’re aware of Otley BID and what we do.
5. Best piece of business advice you’ve been given?
Fear of failure will stop you succeeding, don’t be scared to fail.
6. Tell us a secret?
I was once locked in a beach hut for an hour with John Malkovich.