Christopher Edwards (businessman)
Christopher Edwards Sr. | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1951 (age 74–75) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Years active | 1974–2026 |
| Known for | Founder of Poundworld, Bargain Buys, and OneBeyond |
Christopher Edwards Sr. (born 1951) is a British retired-businessman.[1]
Career
Edwards began his career with a market stall in Wakefield, in 1974.[2] He established Poundworld in 2003.[3] In 2014, he established Bargain Buys in 2013.[4] In October 2018, Edwards alongside his son, founded OneBeyond.[5][6]
Edwards retired in March 2026, at the age of 75.[7]
Media
Edwards was featured prominently in the BBC series Pound Shop Wars.[8]
References
- ↑ "Interview: Poundworld founder Chris Edwards on selling up for £150m". www.managementtoday.co.uk. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ Usborne, Simon (2018-08-07). "Not so penny-wise: the last days of Poundworld". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "Bargain chain Poundworld opens new store". Bradford Telegraph and Argus. 2014-04-16. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "Now townsfolk will be quids in with new Bargain Buys store". Walsall Advertiser. 2013-10-31. Archived from the original on 2015-04-02. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "Poundworld founders officially launch One Below - Retail Gazette". 2019-03-13. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ Farrell, Steve. "Poundworld founder's new chain One Below launches this week". The Grocer. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "'Daddy of discount' Chris Edwards retires at 75". The Grocer. Retrieved 2026-05-14.
- ↑ "BBC One - Pound Shop Wars, Series 2 - Chris Edwards". BBC. Retrieved 2026-05-14.