15 years ago today, I walked into CloserStill Media for my first day with the business (don’t get excited, it’s not my last day just yet). That CloserStill office at that stage was part of a converted pig farm. There was about 10 employees in a fledgling business, and I had just left my perfectly stable job in the tech market to risk it in events. In the past 15 years, CloserStill has grown from about 10 people to approximately 700, with offices all over the world (none in a pig farm as far as I'm aware). We've gone from about three exhibitions to 120 worldwide and won a stack of awards in the process. A massive part of my working life has been for CloserStill, and I'm very proud of what we have achieved over the years. I believe we have stuck to many of CloserStill’s founding principles and we as a business have developed a shared belief into core values that for most of us have made CloserStill a great place to work. It's really interesting looking at the people around the business and thinking about those who have been and gone during that time. Whenever there is an industry event you can see the amount of massively successful people who have had CloserStill as part of their history. I’ll be honest...it doesn't suit everyone, but I am grateful for what the business has done for me, and very proud of the part CloserStill has played for others. So cheers to CloserStillians everywhere – past, present and future. You’ve made it a great innings for me so far and there’s plenty more action to come. #workanniversary #15years #closerstillmedia #proudmoment #cheerstosuccess #eventexperts #culture #longservice
Chris Jesson
3mo
Great post Rob, the pig shed seems a very long time ago now, I still miss your red Astra :)
Aidan Gibbs
3mo
So pleased I got to spend some quality time with you on your anniversary!
Mark Johnston
2mo
iI has been quite a journey and you have led the charge to make it what it is in the vet space. 15 more please!.
Elizabeth Green
2mo
Seriously, it all started at a pig farm! I find this a wonderfully brilliant part of the CSM history that I never knew. Congrats on the solid growth and cheers to the next chapter of exponential growth.
MacGregor Rucker
3mo
Happy Anniversary! I have to say, I do share your enthusiasm. I've experienced a unique culture and work environment. "It's a vibe," as the kids say. I"m happy to have shared some of that with you. Congratulations!
Debbie Loding
3mo
Massive congrats Mr C! A great achievement that we have all benefitted from as delegates or exhibitors 👏 xx
Katy McCormack
3mo
Congratulations on 15 years!! I can only assume that the last 3 since I've joined the team have been your best! 😀 🍾
Bettina Berk
3mo
Congratulations with the 15th Anniversary. Just goes to show that if you enjoy not just the job but also the culture of the company time just flies. A good banter and plenty of laughs, all help keep the stress levels down and the motivation up. I am sure you have been a great contributor of all of this over the last 15 years.
Ali Deas
3mo
15 years! Wow! Think I’ve been with you since almost day 1. Thank you for always being there, your support, your knowledge and your enthusiasm. Here’s to your next 15 years, although I’m not sure I will be part of that whole journey!!
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3moWhat a fab update to see - many, many congratulations, I trust your jokes are still as bad 😎