1st November 2005

Aston Science Park recently paid tribute to one of its most formidable characters, retiring Chairman, Hon. Alderman Albert Jackson.

A former Lord Mayor and Labour councillor, Hon. Alderman Jackson became Chairman of Aston Science Park in 1984 since when the Park has developed from one business incubator to a thriving 22 acre site housing over 100 companies.

At a special luncheon at Birmingham Botanical Gardens the guests included Sir Frederick Crawford, a founder director of Aston Science Park; Sir Albert Bore, Labour leader and a director for over 20 years; Hon. Alderman Clive Wilkinson the Park’s first Chairman and the current Chairman Councillor Mike Whitby, Leader of Birmingham City Council all of whom commented on the retiring Chairman’s significant contribution to developments in Birmingham and his dedication to the Science Park.

Aston Science Park’s Chief Executive Dr Derek Harris, said: “During the 20 years that Albert was Chairman, he has steered the Science Park through many phases of its development – some hard times and thankfully some good. A remarkable chapter in Aston’s history of which he should be rightly proud.” PICTURED: Left to right, Councillor Mike Whitby, Hon. Alderman Clive Wilkinson, Sir Frederick Crawford, Hon. Alderman Albert Jackson, Dr Derek Harris, Mrs Vanessa Harris and Sir Albert Bore   For further information contact: Charlotte Kerr, PR Executive, Aston Science Park, 0121 260 6182 This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it