DAMIAN Cowell is boxing clever in his new venture!

The Darwen entrepreneur has seen his one man band grow to employ five staff in just over a year.

Cowell Enterprises, which was set up under the Firmbase programme for start-up businesses, supplies pallets and packing cases and also manufactures furniture for local garden centres.

"Setting up a business is very rewarding but it is not without risks which is why getting the right support is vital," said Damian.

"With Firmbase I got assistance in preparing a proper business plan and counselling from the Enterprise Agency."

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