Gary Neville is a prominent businessman and former professional footballer. His business journey began at 21 with property development. While his Manchester United teammates relaxed on flights, Gary focused on property contracts, showcasing his early drive to learn.
Gary made his international debut for England in 1995 and was the first-choice right-back for over 10 years, representing the nation at three European Championships and two FIFA World Cups. He is England's most-capped right-back, with 85 international appearances.
Since his football days, Gary has built a diverse portfolio in hospitality, property, academia, media, and sport. His Stock Exchange Hotel ranks among the best in Manchester, and his university, UA92, is challenging traditional education models. The £400 million St Michael’s project is a significant property development in Manchester City Centre. Recently, he appeared as a guest investor on Dragon’s Den.
Through his experiences at Manchester United and in business, Gary has developed beliefs and values that have guided him through the challenges of a high-performance career. He emphasises the importance of resilience and communication in himself and among his 700 employees and UA92 students. He also believes that consistency, reliability, and persistence are essential for success in both business and sport.
Gary Neville began his business journey at 21, focusing on property development while his Manchester United teammates relaxed. This early dedication led him to create a diverse portfolio in hospitality, property, academia, media, and sport. Notable achievements include the Stock Exchange Hotel and the £400m St Michael’s project. Attendees will learn from Gary’s insights on resilience, communication, and the importance of consistency and persistence in achieving success in high-performance environments.
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