Shaun Sookoo, CEO of Viomar Group, recently visited Belmarsh Prison to share his own life journey with inmates studying business as part of their rehabilitation. Hailing from London’s inner city, Sookoo’s journey heading up a growing network of business ventures highlighted the importance of perseverance, self-belief, and was honest in sharing the many challenges and failures along the way.

In his talk, Shaun related his experiences to the challenges the inmates face, encouraging them to try and view their current circumstances as an opportunity for growth and change. He emphasised that “anyone can change the direction of their life with the right mindset and dedication,” offering practical advice on business strategy, resilience, and innovation.

By sharing his journey, Shaun hopes he can provide some inspiration to think big, take control of their futures, and use the tools and education they are gaining to build meaningful and productive lives post-release.