Nick Wheeler
Nicholas Charles Tyrwhitt Wheeler | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 20, 1965 Ludlow, Shropshire, England |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Known for | Founder of Charles Tyrwhitt |
| Spouse | Chrissie Rucker |
| Children | 4 |
Nicholas Charles Tyrwhitt Wheeler (born 20 January 1965) is a British entrepreneur known for founding the Charles Tyrwhitt shirt company in 1986.[1]
Originating from Ludlow, Shropshire, Wheeler received his education at the Dragon School in Oxford and later at Eton College, where he was a peer of former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson.[2] He pursued geography studies at the University of Bristol before beginning his professional journey as a management consultant with Bain & Company.[3]
Backed by family funding and networks, Wheeler established Charles Tyrwhitt in November 1986. The company evolved into the UK's leading mail order shirt retailer and expanded its presence through numerous physical stores.[4]
In 2008, Wheeler contributed as a regional judge for the UK Entrepreneur Challenge, highlighting his commitment to fostering entrepreneurial innovation.[5]
Personal life
Wheeler is married to Chrissie Rucker, the founder of The White Company. Together, they have four children: Tom, Ella, India, and Bea.
He supported the Conservative Party during the 2010 general election and voted in favour of the UK's exit from the European Union in 2016.
By 2020, their combined fortune was valued at approximately £427 million according to the Sunday Times Rich List. In 2016, Wheeler's properties included Tythrop Park in Buckinghamshire and a duplex penthouse chalet located in Klosters, Switzerland.
The Wheeler Programme
In 2017, Wheeler initiated "The Wheeler Programme," an entirely funded educational scheme that annually supports about 20 students. At any given time, around 100 pupils from affiliated local schools participate, beginning in Year 9 and continuing through to Year 13.
This initiative enables these students to attend Wellington College, a coeducational institution situated in Crowthorne, Berkshire.
Wheeler expressed: “Our alumni represent an extraordinary group of individuals. I am confident they will accomplish remarkable achievements. We have dedicated significant effort to equip them with the confidence and abilities necessary to impact not only their own lives but also those around them.”
References
- ↑ Davidson, Andrew (13 December 2009). "Nick Wheeler, founder of Charles Tyrwhitt". Business section. The Sunday Times.
- ↑ Klajn, Yoni (2021-09-14). "A Cut Above". Retrieved 2024-12-11.
- ↑ "About Nick Wheeler | Charles Tyrwhitt". Retrieved 2021-12-28.
- ↑ Arnott, Sarah (15 October 2009). "Nick Wheeler: From failed photographer to Jermyn Street's king of the shirts". The Independent.
- ↑ Morrison, Doug (23 March 2008). "Nick Wheeler of Charles Tyrwhitt Shirts says that work should be fun". The Sunday Times.