Graduation speaker Jan 2024 - William Fletcher MBE

William Fletcher MBE (BSc MORSE, 2001) - Chief Executive, Car.co.uk.
William, Former CEO of Recycling Lives, earned an MBE in King Charles III’s first New Year Honours in 2023, for his impactful services aiding vulnerable communities. This included helping those who were facing homelessness or with a criminal record to get a job to help them get back on their feet. They achieved massive success in reducing reoffending rates from 67% national average to less than 5%. Transitioning in 2020, he established Car.co.uk, a car retail brand that is rapidly growing through its focus on lower value, affordable cars. William aims for Car.co.uk to be a national force, with an innovative program to restore cars, creating meaningful employment for ex-offenders.