Vic Golding, who passed away in November 2023 at the age of 86, was a pioneer in supplying businesses in Hull and East Yorkshire with their first computers. As the founder and managing director of Golding Computer Services, established in 1982, he understood the importance of not just providing hardware, but also offering training on how to use it effectively.
Throughout his career, Vic’s company received numerous awards for excellence from Sage software, the International Association of Bookkeepers (IAB), and Hull City Council’s Making Changes for Careers (MC4C) project. The training provided by Vic and his colleague Di Garbera played a crucial role in equipping young entrepreneurs and business professionals with essential computerized accounting skills.
In recognition of his dedication to supporting young people and his outstanding business achievements, MC4C has announced that one of its annual awards will be named after Vic. Charles Cracknell, Hull City Council’s Youth Enterprise and Microbusiness Manager, praised Vic’s commitment to nurturing young talent and emphasized his impact on the community.
Vic’s career journey began at Hammonds selling electrical goods before moving on to roles at Priestman Brothers, Smith & Nephew, Webley & Scott Klaxon, and Klaxons. Despite facing challenges with companies like Associated Fisheries and Spooner Group, Vic’s passion for training and technology remained unwavering.
Reflecting on his decision to venture into computer consulting, Vic highlighted the importance of providing local businesses with top-notch expertise and equipment. His dedication to training and supplying computers to businesses in Hull paved the way for many to embrace technology in their operations.
Vic’s legacy lives on through the youth enterprise award named in his honor, which will be presented at MC4C’s annual awards evening during Global Entrepreneurship Week. His impact on Hull and East Yorkshire’s business community continues to inspire future generations.