# Event Details - **Event Name**: Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: How one Dorset farmer is balancing generations of family tradition with bold investment, innovation and a vision for the future.About this EventJoin business owners and senior leaders from across Dorset for another Evolve Leaders Lunch – an afternoon of great food, interesting conversation and fresh perspectives.The Leaders Lunch brings together ambitious leaders from a wide range of sectors to step away from the day-to-day, connect with peers and hear honest stories from entrepreneurs who have navigated the realities of growth, change and reinvention.This Event's Guest SpeakerWe're delighted to welcome Ben Chick, third-generation Dorset farmer and founder of Chalk & Padel, for a live Q&A with Evolve Founder, Warren Munson.At a time when the future of British farming and diversification is firmly in the spotlight, Ben will share his journey of balancing the legacy of a long-established family farming business with the challenge of creating something entirely new.From investing in Dorset's first rural indoor padel club to creating a business centred around wellbeing and community, Ben's entrepreneurial story is one of vision, resilience and calculated risk. He'll also speak openly about overcoming significant health challenges, the realities of launching a new venture, and what he's learned about leadership, investment and creating something with purpose.Ben will also reflect on his experience as a member of the Hawkstone Choir, whose inspiring journey captured the nation's attention on Britain's Got Talent, and why bringing people together has become such an important part of everything he does.Exploring the business of diversification, entrepreneurship and why thinking differently has never been more important.Whether you're growing an established business, exploring new opportunities or thinking differently about the future, Ben's honest and refreshing story promises to be both thought-provoking and inspiring.Find out more about Ben and Chalk and Padel - @chalkandpadel Thank you to our sponsor Ellis Jones https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/fb563ca0-895e-11f1-81f1-8dbc211b5efc-rimg-w1111-h740-dc000000-gmir.png Agenda🕑: 12:00 PMArrival and welcome drinks 🕑: 12:30 PMCalled through to Ballroom, followed by welcome from Warren🕑: 12:45 PM - 02:00 PMLunch is served🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:30 PMWelcome Ben to the stage, the conversation begins🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PMOpportunity for audience Q&A🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PMThanks to everyone for coming 🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PMOptional networking drinks in the bar - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/east-cliff/leaders-lunch-with-ben-chick-the-business-of-reinvention/100001995076003031 - **Event Categories**: fitness, Business, Contests, Entertainment, Music, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 72, max: 72, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: East Cliff - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Marsham Court Hotel, Russell Cotes Road, East Cliff, Bournemouth, UK - **lat**: 50.7180701 - **long**: -1.8702484 - **full address**: Marsham Court Hotel, Russell Cotes Road, East Cliff, Bournemouth, UK, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/1dab1a4996bda613e21330a8365a991c8de14cd025bf0c33192da4cc68e638b4-rimg-w1200-h300-dc202113-gmir.jpg?v=1785117669 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention being held? - **A:** Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention takes place on Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Fri, 02 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Marsham Court Hotel, Russell Cotes Road, East Cliff, Bournemouth, UK, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention? - **A:** Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention is organized by Evolve. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Leaders Lunch with Ben Chick: The Business of Reinvention is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in East Cliff, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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