James Kight 

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Chief executive, Printerland 

Which tech figurehead do you admire the most?

Myself - a pioneer in e-commerce before the crowd arrived, and not a bit cocky!

What's the biggest challenge facing the industry no-one is talking about yet?

Recruitment. It's becoming harder to find great people. 

If you could invite three famous people to dinner, who would they be?

Jack Duckworth, George Best and Sid Vicious. 

How has 2017 been for you?

A fantastic year. Great growth and no signs of slowing down.

What's the most extravagant business lunch you've ever had?

At the British GP with Team Mercedes and Epson. 

Which global city best matches your personality? MADCHESTER.

What would be your super-hero power?

To make people disappear.

Complete this sentence. The worst thing about our rivals is... they're still around.

What makes you nervous?

Flying in small planes.

If you could eat one type of food for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Japanese, on the basis it's meant to add years to your life.

Sum up the channel in three words

Dynamic, consistent, boring.

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