Dr. Bob Gomersall

Bob Gomersall left a job in teaching and became an accidental entrepreneur so he could spend more time doing the things he enjoys.

After an initial foray into computer-based tests for teachers, he set up a business building medical equipment. Then he developed computer-based examinations and created one of the world's first educational multimedia CD-Roms.

Since then Bob has created multiple companies at the forefront of education and healthcare technology, investing in numerous disruptive technologies. One of his companies won the Queen's Award for Enterprise in international trade. All this while spending as much time as possible walking in the mountains.

Today, when you can't find him on a mountain top, Bob is involved in his role as Chair of Surpass Assessment, a world-leading computer solutions company based in West Yorkshire, UK. Over four decades on work still feels like a hobby to Bob, becuase he discovered that 'worthwhile wealth' isn't just about having money.