My Story

Things come along at the right time. This is mine.

Hi Guys for those that don't know me, my name is Mike.

I’m a business owner, a dad of three, and someone whose passion has always been helping others.

But this past year has been tough.

I’m not doing this just to tick a box or say I’ve taken part.

I’m doing this because I need something positive to focus on, but also because I want to help.

Over the past year, my life and my family’s life has been turned upside down.

We’ve been dealing with ongoing stalking, threats, and most recently an arson attack on our cars at our home while my children were inside.

It’s something no family should ever have to go through.

Since then, I’ve started CBT therapy to try and process everything and get my head in a better place.

One thing I’ve realised is I need to channel my energy into something positive.

Something that actually helps people.

That’s why I’ve chosen to take part in CEO Sleepout Middlesbrough.

I know that sleeping out for one night doesn’t come close to what people facing homelessness go through every day.

But if it raises awareness and, more importantly, raises money to support people who genuinely need help, then it’s worth doing.

To take part, I need to raise £1000.

So this isn’t just about me.

This is about turning something negative into something positive and using it to help others.

On the night, I’ll be going live so you can see everything as it happens, including a live workout I’ll be running with the other business owners taking part.

If you can support, even in a small way, it genuinely means a lot.

Even a few pounds goes further than you think.

Thank you for taking the time to read this, and thank you to anyone who supports us.

It might be us that are sleeping out but this campaign would be nothing without you amazing people that support and inspire us.

Love always Mike Hind MBE