LUMS Lecture: Leading a Family Business into the Future

Thursday 23 April 2026, 6:15pm to 7:15pm

Venue

Lancaster University Management School - Lecture Theatre 2

Open to

All Lancaster University (non-partner) students, Alumni, External Organisations, Postgraduates, Public, Staff, Undergraduates

Registration

Free to attend - registration required

Registration Info

Please register your place here

Event Details

Join us for an insightful presentation with Rob Keeping, Managing Director of Bells of Lazonby, as he shares the remarkable story of one of the UK’s most innovative family bakeries.

The family-owned Bells bakery has become synonymous with quality treats across the UK and beyond. This year, the company will celebrate 80 years of trading - a testament to its enduring legacy.

Rob will discuss his journey from military service to leading one of the nation’s leading bakeries, the unique dynamics of running a family business, and how Bells continues to innovate while honoring its heritage. Attendees will gain insight into product development, scaling a family business, and balancing tradition with modern market demands.

Whether you’re interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, or the secrets behind one of the UK’s most successful bakeries, this lecture offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from Rob Keeping about the past, present, and future of Bells of Lazonby.

LUMS Lecture Theatre 2

Registration: 5.45pm - 6.15pm

Lecture with Q&A: 6.15pm - 7.15pm

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN IN PERSON EVENT

Speaker

Rob Keeping

Bells of Lazonby

Contact Details

Name Sonia Stevenson
Email

s.stevenson1@lancaster.ac.uk