64. Ovo Energy

Founder: Stephen Fitzpatrick
Website: www.ovoenergy.com

Clean and renewable energy provider Ovo launched its service in 2009 and has already established an impressive presence in the utilities sector. The Gloucestershire-based company provides gas and electricity for domestic and business premises and competes on price as well as tapping into the demand for environmentally friendly services.

Having exceeded original growth targets for its first year, the company now has its sights set on competing with the largest players in the energy market. Stephen intends to completely rewrite the rule book for energy supply.

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