About Errol Lawson
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MY STORY
Founder of Emerge Leadership UK CIC
Pastor of The Bridge Church, Birmingham
Founder of Building The Future Awards
Acclaimed Author and Speaker
Recognitions and Achievements
Errol's significant contributions to leadership and community development have earned him numerous accolades:
- West Midlands Leadership Awards – Empowering Potential Leader Award, 2021
- Inclusive Companies Award – Highly Commended Mentor of The Year, 2019
- Most Influential Business Person in the Midlands (Finalist) – MBBC Awards, November 2018
- One of the Most Powerful and Influential Leaders in the Midlands – Birmingham Post Power 250 List, November 2017
- Natwest Entrepreneur Champion of the year (Finalist), October 2017
- I – Change Nations award winner, Jan 2017
- Birmingham Young Professional Finalist – BPS Birmingham Futures, May 2016
- Young Male Entrepreneur of the Year – BEX Live, November 2015
- Local Hero – Association of Jamaican nationals (AJN), October 2014
A Holistic Approach to Leadership
FUN FACTS
Learn some interesting trivia about Errol
Academic Achievement
Errol was invited to study for a Master’s degree in Enterprise Management in 2019. He ended up becoming a lecturer to his fellow students and passed his course with distinction.
Sporting Hero
As a kid, Errol’s sporting hero was Liverpool legend John Barnes. He loved watching Barnes play and was an ardent Liverpool fan.
Family Inspiration
Errol’s grandmother spent her entire career as a nurse in the NHS. One of the most rewarding groups Errol enjoys training and speaking to are NHS doctors, nurses, and staff.
Vegetarian Lifestyle
Amateur Chef
Errol loves experimenting in the kitchen and is known for his delicious homemade vegetarian recipes.
Travel Buff
Passion for Mentorship
Errol has mentored numerous young leaders, helping them navigate the challenges of leadership and personal development. At 19, Errol was fortunate to have been mentored by an old Irish man named John Holdcroft who helped him to turn his life around. John has inspired Errol to do the same for countless other.