COFFEE BREAK WITH... James Dodd, Business Agent - Pubs & Restaurants

When did you join Christie & Co?  

January 2025.  

Where were you when you accepted your role at Christie & Co?   

My first interview was over whilst I was away for my wedding anniversary in a cottage in Cornwall, it was lucky the WiFi lasted!

What was your first job?   

I worked in a tapas restaurant.  

In a couple of sentences, can you tell us a bit about your job at Christie & Co?  

I am a business agent in the North West for Pubs & Restaurants, helping sellers and buyers across the region.  

What’s your favourite thing about Christie & Co?  

Everyone is working towards the same goal, whether you're in the same sector or not, creating a brilliant atmosphere and work ethic.  

What's a favourite project that you’ve worked on at Christie & Co so far?   

I’ll tell you in 12 months.  

Tell us a bit about your life outside work – what are your hobbies?   

I’m currently converting my own campervan, so that takes up all my time outside work.  

What’s your hometown? Where do you live now?  

I’m originally from Stockport and have moved just down the road to Macclesfield.  

Where’s the best place you’ve been on holiday?   

Sri Lanka.  

What’s your biggest pet peeve?   

Lateness.

If you could live and work in any city, where would you go?  

New York.

What would be your desert island meal?  

Chicken Ruby from Dishoom. 

What’s your favourite film?   

Toy Story 2 (yes, I am a big kid).  

Tell us your favourite joke / What is your favourite movie quote?   

What do we want? Racing car noises!!! When do we want them?  NeeeeeOOOOWWWWWWW.  

What is one thing on your bucket list?  

Seeing whales.

What is your biggest fear?   

Snakes.

What news source do you read every day?    

BBC News.  

What’s your social media platform of choice?   

Instagram.

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