Joe Hemani
Chairman, Westcoast
What was your dream career as a child?
Airline pilot. Failing that, a train driver.
What has been your personal highlight of 2019?
Becoming a grandad.
Which famous person deserves a (gentle) slap?
Boris and Trump - it's obvious why.
Which of your 2019 predictions have come to pass?
None of them.
What TV show have you binge watched this year?
None.
How has 2019 been from a business perspective?
Excellent.
What annoys you most about your commute?
Road traffic.
If you could witness one past event, what would it be? Adam and Eve.
How do you explain the channel to people?
With difficulty.
What have been your favourite and least favourite partner conference destinations?
I only attend Canalys and it's inspiring.
What is the biggest challenge facing the channel in 2020?
Trade wars.
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