Published: January 2, 2026 at 3:09 pm
FuelHub is one of the UK’s most exciting technology-driven companies.
Co-founded by wife-and-husband team Michelle and James Laithwaite – both of whom featured on our 2025 Northern Leaders list – the premium meal delivery services provider is based in Warrington and signed a deal with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom last year.
Now Michelle, who spoke at our Fuel Liverpool event last summer, has revealed that it hit an incredible milestone of 2 million meals served in 2025.
“FuelHub’s growth this year has been huge and hard-earned,” she wrote on LinkedIn.
“Like everyone else, I’ve been reflecting. Personally, it’s been the most challenging year I’ve ever had. There were constant big decisions to make, each carrying real weight and potential impact. Through it all, I’ve learned an enormous amount about myself and our business.
“With that level of growth comes the challenges you face as you scale, and we’ve had to meet those head-on every single day. We always find solutions.
“What’s kept us grounded throughout is staying true to our core values: premium, trust and quality. No deviation. No shortcuts.”
Sharing a pic from the team’s Christmas party, she adds: “To my husband and co-founder, James Laithwaite, you’ve been incredible this year. We are so lucky to be in everything together.
“My resolution for 2026 is to look after myself a little better and find calm in the chaos. For me, that means making time for a run or weights session, a sauna, or sitting quietly with a coffee. I like my own space and my own company, and that’s okay. It’s these moments that help me to show up as a better mum, wife and leader, and where my best ideas and decisions are made.”