Family Business Top 100 Recognition For Richard Balson

We are delighted to announce that Richard Balson of R J Balson & Son has been included within the inaugural Family Business United ‘Family Business Top 100,’ which recognises the exceptional contribution of individuals and their work within a family business.

Recognition in respect of:

• Inspirational Leader

• Sustainable Development Ambassador

• Champion of Change & Innovation

• Next Generation Member

• Family Business Steward

• Multi-Generational Family Business Leader

Richard is a family business champion, the 25th generation to run the family Butchers shop and the passion and love for his business and customers is unbelievable. He is an inspirational character, who has played his part in the fantastic history of England’s oldest family business.

With Richard at the helm, he has guided the business through the pandemic, remaining open throughout, to provide great service to his customers. It has been a very busy couple of years and this is a family business that takes nothing for granted and has deep gratitude for still being here.