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Peter Virdee

Philanthropist | Entrepreneur | Mentor | Investor | Advisor

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Peter Virdee

Philanthropist | Entrepreneur | Mentor | Investor | Advisor

Prof. Peter Virdee, born and raised in Birmingham, brings his Sikh faith to his commitment to business and philanthropy in Britain. For Prof. Peter Virdee, the attraction of successful business is all about engaging leadership around central human concerns.


As such, he continues to play a part in new business and philanthropic ventures, particularly ones that celebrate both his sense of being a Sikh and being British.

In everything, there is a share of everything.

For Prof. Peter Virdee, it was the property sector on an international level which attracted a trained biochemist with an eye for an opportunity.


A founding partner of B&S Property, they manage assets of over £4 billion globally. Then he diversified his interests, and today holdings in renewable energy, minerals trading and insurance brokerage all speak to his experience in the international business environment.

Following on from the teachings of Guru Granth Sahib Ji, a seminal Sikh thinker who said


“A place in God’s court can only be attained if we do service to others in this world”


Prof. Peter Virdee has taken his passion into the charitable sector. The Virdee Foundation, set up in 2011, aims to relieve the needs of women and children who have or are in danger of suffering mental, physical or sexual abuse. 

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Philanthropy

Passionate about the need to use personal success for philanthropy and support, Prof. Peter Virdee spends a great deal of time mentoring young people.


"The next generation is very important. Helping them and funding them through the passage of life is critical"

Whether it is helping disadvantaged children in India, Pakistan or in the West, Prof. Peter’s enthusiasm extends to both major and minor charities. The Virdee Foundation has helped Bharuch Welfare Hospital, in India’s state of Gujarat, and has helped to build St Paul’s Children Care Centre in Nairobi.

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Timeline

Recent

The Virdee Foundation

15 Jun, 2022
Through the set up and establishment of The Virdee Foundation, Peter has been able to have an invaluable impact through his commitment and dedication in supporting worldwide causes. Overthe years, a considerable amount has been donated to various charities, including:

Peter Virdee's Philanthropy

15 Jun, 2022
Passionate about the need to use personal success for philanthropy and support, Prof. Peter Virdee spends a great deal of time mentoring young people.

2017

Bibangwa School

28 Sep, 2017
Children in Crisis is delighted to announce the inauguration of the Bibangwa School, generously funded through a partnership between the charity The Virdee Foundation.

The Virdee Foundation Works with Midland Langar Seva Society & Emile Heskey

19 Sep, 2017
On Monday, 11th of September, The Midland Langar Seva Society – along with the help of The Virdee Foundation, and volunteers conducted a charitable offering of food and drinks to the homeless.

Prof. Peter Virdee featured at recent CAF Event

16 Nov, 2016
Professor Peter Virdee of The Virdee Foundation talked about the importance of their work with charity partners in the field to help transform lives around the world.

2016

2015

War Child Winter Wassail

15 Dec, 2015
This exclusive and intimate event held at One Mayfair raised £715,000 for War Child, a charity providing life-changing support.

First World War Sikh Memorial

01 Nov, 2015
Prof. Peter Virdee, as Chairman of the Virdee Foundation, patrons of the memorial, praised Jay Singh-Sohal and his team for what they had achieved for the Sikh nation.

Professor Peter Virdee made visiting Professor at Manchester Metropolitan University

30 Oct, 2015
Prof. Peter Virdee was invited to be a Visiting Professor for Manchester Metropolitan University’s Centre for Enterprise.

Professor Peter Virdee Asian Wealth Magazine Edition 2015

13 Jul, 2015
http://www.asianwealthmag.co.uk

Professor Peter Virdee Asian Wealth Magazine Edition 2015

13 Jul, 2015
Professor Peter Virdee Asian Wealth Magazine Edition 2015.

Refuge Private Dinner 2015 – Sponsored by The Virdee Foundation

13 Jul, 2015

Professor Peter Virdee at Manchester Metropolitan University

13 Jul, 2015
The post Professor Peter Virdee at Manchester Metropolitan University 30th March 2015 appeared first on Prof. Peter Virdee.

Professor Peter Virdee Speech at Manchester Metropolitan University

13 Jul, 2015
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v= nMzkMu5gg0

Keynote Speaker Prof. Peter Virdee at Manchester Metropolitan University

13 Jul, 2015
Keynote Speaker Prof. Peter Virdee at Manchester Metropolitan University.

Podcast With Prof. Peter Virdee

19 Oct, 2016
On this special episode of the Social Enterprise Podcast, Rupert Scofield, President of FINCA International joins philanthropist Professor Peter Virdee.

Spear’s Magazine : Prof. Peter Virdee & Kids For Kids

05 Jul, 2016
The Giver: Prof. Peter Virdee, a property magnate and chairman of the Virdee Foundation, which strives to help vulnerable women and children.

The Virdee School – Work Begins

28 Jun, 2016
We are delighted to announce a new partnership with the philanthropist, Prof. Peter Virdee, whose charitable foundation is funding the construction of a new school in Bibangwa, DR Congo.

Professor Peter Virdee Impact Magazine Spring 2016

27 Apr, 2016
http://www.mmucfe.co.uk/news/article/new-business-growth-edition-of-cfe-magazine-impact-out-now

Charity Dinner With Imran Khan in Aid of Namal College

16 Apr, 2016
Prof. Peter was delighted to co-host a dinner in support of Namal College, Pakistan, at the eponymous Nobu London in Old Park Lane on Saturday night.

Adele At London’s O2

22 Mar, 2016
Prof. Peter and friends thoroughly enjoyed Adele’s concert at London’s O2 Arena in style; with a great view, comfortable seats plus champagne and snacks served in a private box.

Inauguration of PV Energy’s Solar Power Plant in Antigua

25 Feb, 2016
The official inauguration of PV Energy’s Solar Power Plant in Antigua.

Dean’s Lecture with Helena Morrissey, CBE

17 Feb, 2016
Prof. Peter was honoured to be invited to attend Cass Business School’s Dean’s lecture given by Helena Morrissey, CBE.

British Ethnic Diversity Sports Awards 2016

06 Feb, 2016
Boxing legend Frank Bruno MBE picked on the Lifetime Achievement for both his sporting achievement and for his selfless dedication to charity work.

2014

Conor McCreedy Portrait

18 Sep, 2014
A portrait by Conor McCreedy.

PV at Life After Football Magazine Launch

16 Sep, 2014
Prof. Peter Virdee at Life After Football Magazine Launch.

Monty Panesar Foundation Dinner

23 May, 2014
Dinner Hosted by Lord Indarjit Singh and Lord Walton in the Green Room at the House of Lords.

PV and Inside Rolls Royce: Channel 4

25 Mar, 2014
Prof. Peter Virdee contributes to Channel 4’s Inside Rolls Royce.

Commonwealth Day

13 Mar, 2014
Her Majesty The Queen.

Fly a Flag for the Commonwealth: A Project of The Virdee Foundation

13 Mar, 2014

FC Business Magazine Article

08 Jan, 2014
FC Business Magazine Article.

2013

The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust Reception

16 Dec, 2013
Her Majesty The Queen and Prof. Peter Virdee.

Professor Peter Virdee at Asian Stars Latest Event hosted by Sporting Equals

23 Sep, 2013
Prof. Peter Virdee at Asian Stars Latest Event hosted by Sporting Equals.

Professor Peter Virdee & Al Pacino

20 Sep, 2013
Prof. Peter Virdee & Al Pacino.

Professor Peter Virdee at Milan Fashion Week

20 Sep, 2013
Prof. Peter Virdee at Milan Fashion Week with RG, PV and guests.

Professor Peter Virdee with Lang Lang at Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S

08 Sep, 2013
En Route Strasbourg! Prof. Peter Virdee with Lang Lang Prof. Peter Virdee outside Chateau Saint Jean in Molsheim.

Why so few Asians in football?

06 Sep, 2013
Why are there so few Asians in football?

Professor Peter Attends the Novak Djokovic Foundation Dinner

18 Jul, 2013
Djokovic Srdjan and Prof. Peter Virdee The post Professor Peter Attends the Novak Djokovic Foundation Dinner appeared first on Prof. Peter Virdee.

Professor Peter Virdee presenting guest of honour speech at the IES Seminar on Indo-UK Economic Cooperation, New Delhi

06 Jun, 2013
The Institute of Economic Studies (IES), organised a seminar on Indo-UK Economic Cooperation. India and the UK today share a very strong and deep relationship.

Professor Peter Virdee Backs Asian Star Working In Partnership With Chelsea FC

29 Mar, 2013
Professor Peter Virdee Backs Asian Star Working In Partnership With Chelsea FC.

Professor Peter Virdee attends Commonwealth Day at Marlborough House with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh

29 Mar, 2013
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2012

Professor Peter Virdee Honoured by Chief Khalsa Diwan Charitable Society

03 Dec, 2012
Professor Peter Virdee Honoured by Chief Khalsa Diwan Charitable Society.

Rendezvous

21 Sep, 2012
Prof. Peter Virdee and friends.

Rolls-Royce Invites Customers For Exclusive Dinner in Assembly Plant

26 Jul, 2012
Rolls-Royce invited a select 100 customers to “dine on the line”, transforming the factory where all Rolls cars are hand built into an exclusive event.

Business Secretary Pays Tribute To British Sikhs At Vaisakhi As New Fund To Support Sikh Entrepreneurs Is Announced

11 Apr, 2012
The Business, Innovation and Skills Secretary, Dr Vince Cable MP, has paid tribute to British Sikhs during Vaisakhi in London.

The Big Egg Hunt Dinner and Auction 20th March 2012

21 Mar, 2012
Honoured to attend one of the most exclusive events in london The Faberge Big Egg Banquet hosted by no other then Faberge themselves. Other guests included Holly Valance, Tamara Ecclestone, Nick Candy, Lisa Butcher, Lisa Tchenguiz and Ella Krasner.

2011

Luxury Alliance Launch at Kensington Palace 15th December 2011

13 Feb, 2012
The Launch of Luxury Alliance a brand consultancy and marketing company which was held at the Royal Kensington Palace with equally important guests and friends alike.

Tribute to MF Husain: Art Exhibition

11 Feb, 2012
MF Husain dubbed the Picasso of India who sadly died in London on 9th June 2011, aged 95 however myself along with others met in London to celebrate his life and works. Close friends of M.F. Husain, who have collected his works for many decades, held a very private and very subtle exhibition last night of a couple of dozen of his paintings at the Royal Academy in London.

Professor Peter Virdee invited to join Coutts & Co Private Bank UK Philanthropy board

26 May, 2011
Prof. Peter Virdee has been honored and is delighted to be joining the board of Coutts & Co Private Bank UK Philanthropy.

2010

The Indian Memorial, Neuve – Chapelle

19 Jul, 2010
Represented fellow Sikhs at the Indian Memorial in Neuve – Chapelle in France.

NSPCC Charity

01 Jan, 2010
Became a Patron of the NSPCC Charity.

PV Energy

01 Jan, 2010
Invested in PV Energy.

Bircroft

01 Jan, 2010
Invested in Bircroft.

2007

Bugatti Veyron

01 Jan, 2007
Reached over 400 KM/H in Bugatti Veyron 16.4.

2001

Winckley Traders

01 Jan, 2001
Invested in Winckley Traders.

1996

B&S Property

01 Jan, 1996
Founded B&S Property.

FAQs

  • What does Peter Virdee do?

    Serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist.

  • What is Peter Virdee known for?

    For taking guidance from his religious teachings and implementing them into his day-to-day life. He is also known for his philanthropic endeavours as well as his chic attire. 

  • Where can I get mentoring from Peter Virdee?

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  • Does Peter Virdee do joint ventures?

    Yes, please get in touch via the contact form.

  • What are Peter Virdee's hobbies?

    Martial Arts, polo, exploring the world and reading. 

  • Peter Virdee's family life

    Peter Virdee likes to keep his family life very personal and private.

  • What drives Peter Virdee?

    His religious teachings alongside his positive mindset.

  • Views on sprituality, well-being & mindfullness

    Peter Virdee believes it is absolutely paramount for all human beings to at least adopt one of the above, if not all.

LATEST NEWS

Updates on our Work

Bibangwa School

28 Sep, 2017
Children in Crisis is delighted to announce the inauguration of the Bibangwa School, generously funded through a partnership between the charity The Virdee Foundation.

The Virdee Foundation Works with Midland Langar Seva Society & Emile Heskey

19 Sep, 2017
On Monday, 11th of September, The Midland Langar Seva Society – along with the help of The Virdee Foundation, and volunteers conducted a charitable offering of food and drinks to the homeless.

Prof. Peter Virdee featured at recent CAF Event

16 Nov, 2016
Professor Peter Virdee of The Virdee Foundation talked about the importance of their work with charity partners in the field to help transform lives around the world.
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