the ethos of parnall group ltd
Sustainability is at the core of everything that we do, with the intersect between social, economic and environmental issues creating the “Three Pillars of Sustainability” which are the foundation of our organisation.
Our goal is to inspire, pioneer and disrupt, fuelled by impactive investment and we aim to be a beacon of what can be achieved through progressive and innovative projects which deliver value to stakeholders and shareholders.
We plan to be a platform for projects which have the potential to positively improve the well being of people by offering alternative solutions to growing environmental and societal issues.
We want everyone to be part of our journey; to shine a light into the dark corners of rural England to create opportunities within their own communities to help them to contribute to their own ambitions.
Our projects and brands
INNOVATION
Parnall Aircraft Company – Spitfire Project
The transfer of aircraft engineering skills of the past to the future through the restoration of MkVb Supermarine Spitfire, BL688 and building of a second static craft.
Panther Project
The building of a replica of Parnall’s innovative First World War aircraft design.
BIOTECHNOLOGY
Trelonk
Cultivating oil seed crops in order to develop nutraceutical products and natural fibres such as industrial hemp for the development of bio-composite materials for use in construction and engineering. Trelonk also aims to disrupt the entrenched traditions of UK Agriculture by proving that a successful and sustainable farm business is inherently linked to the health of the environment in which it operates.
LEGAL & FINANCIAL SERVICES
Parnalls Solicitors
Supporting individuals and businesses using the very latest in legal technology. Legal support specialising in Personal Injury, Property and Probate, delivering a well-rounded service to the local community and farther afield.
NetRights
Social media, internet and media law firm providing real support in digital world. Netrights can protect individual and company reputations; support people under attack online and in the media; safeguard privacy and confidential information as well as retaliate against information leaks or infringements of trademarks and brand.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Parnall Foundation
At the heart of our work is the Foundation which aims to make a big difference to the next generation. We support young adults with training, mentoring and work experience opportunities to enable them to build a career in Cornwall. Our Diverse projects provide a unique working environment, transferring skills and inspiring the entrepreneurs of the future.
Join us and thrive
Our mission is to create a tribal membership who put people and planet before profit. This will be achieved through the common passion of a community.
We want to help you generate innovative solutions for your business while offering a sense of belonging. We want to inspire a sense of pride in a community that is united by a common purpose of business done properly. We are genuine in our commitment to a better environment and to conducting business in a more humane, socially responsible manner.
The entrepreneurial opportunities we nurture are designed to revolutionise the way you do business. We aim to create a space where innovation can drive progress and where empowerment manifests as authenticity.
meet our Board
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Mark Parnall – Founder & CEO
Born into the Parnall family (which can trace its Cornish roots back to the 16th century and beyond) and a lawyer for 35 years, Mark Parnall provides the strategic vision and is the leading force behind the design and development of all brands within the Parnall Group Ltd. Mark is also co-founder of peer-to-peer lender Folk2Folk, which matches local businesses looking for loans with individual investors in order to help local UK businesses to grow and thrive.
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nick buckland, obe - chairman and executive director
Nick Buckland is an experienced Chair, Trustee and Director of a wide range of organisation in the public, private and voluntary sectors. He brings a wealth of experience in governance, innovation and technology across a variety of industrial and commercial sectors.
Originally educated as a Mathematician, he worked in the IT industry for a number of years, in commercial solutions, high performance computing, virtual reality and the internet. Taking a career change in the mid 1990’s he developed a portfolio career working with many different organisations. He retains an interest in education, the arts, agriculture and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).
A Fellow of a number of professional bodies and a Chartered Engineer, Manager and Information Technology Practitioner he was appointed OBE in 2009 for services to Innovation and Technology.
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Mark Joce, Non Executive Director
Mark’s career spans over 30 years. He joined his family business in 1981 and he has gained extensive business experience running both holiday parks and a property business.
He is currently involved in the business of succession.