In this episode of the What's Your Stori? James sits down with 16-year-old entrepreneur Lewis, the winner of the Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2025 award in the Carmarthenshire Business Awards, Chickwood Poultry. Lewis shares his inspiring journey of starting his poultry business at the age of 13, discussing the challenges he faced, his triumphs, and the various aspects of running a successful poultry farm. From selling eating eggs and breeding groups to expanding his operations, Lewis offers valuable insights into his day-to-day activities and future plans. Tune in to hear how this young business owner manages his time between college, farming, and other pursuits like fishing and football while maintaining a passion for his family's farming legacy. Timestamps00:00 Welcome to What's Your Stori?00:35 Introducing the Young Entrepreneur00:58 Lewis Thomas Early Business Journey01:58 The Birth of Chickwood Poultry03:17 Expanding the Business06:01 Understanding Poultry Breeds and Practices11:26 Challenges and Regulations in Poultry Farming17:57 Achievements and Future Plans21:49 Working on the Farm22:37 Balancing Hobbies and Business23:21 College Life and Future Plans24:41 Learning from Mistakes28:16 Public Speaking and School Life31:25 The Future of Farming41:01 Expanding the Business42:21 Where to Find Chickwood Poultry

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