With a background in primary school teaching and a successful career in stand-up comedy, Gavin is now regarded as one of the most talented speakers in the UK, regularly delivering keynote speeches at conferences and exhibitions around the world. In 2012 Gavin won ‘Young Entrepreneur of the Year’. His first book, Co Written with Andy Cope, SHINE Rediscovering Your Energy, Happiness and Purpose launches in March.
I’m not for everyone. But nowadays I am absolutely comfortable with that. Everyone has an opinion, if you don’t like the stuff I say or write that’s OK but there’s no need to be a d**k about it. I can also be quite negative at times, my job is perfect as it reminds me to focus on the positives more.

And just for fun…
6. How do you chill out when you are not working?
Loads of family time. And over the last three years I have discovered the joys of running.
7. What is your favourite song to sing at karaoke or in the shower?
There’s too many but Crazy Crazy Nights by KISS is up there!
8. What was the last film you watched?
Ace Ventura 2 with my son.
9. What is your all time favourite meal? (OK you are allowed two if this is too hard)
A proper good homemade burger smothered in blue cheese.
Or
An enormous plate of seafood/shellfish
10. Who is your favourite fellow comedian?
My all time heroes are Vic Reeves and Bob Mortimer. And Rik Mayall. But Scotland has a phenomenal comedy scene these days. I wish more people would go out and support live comedy.
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