The Apprentice’s youngest-ever candidate lands important new job in shock career move
RYAN-MARK Parsons – The Apprentice’s youngest-ever candidate – has landed a new job working for two MPs.
The 24-year-old is doing an internship with Conservatives Greg Smith and Ben Everitt following his recent campaign on anti-spiking measures.
Series 2019 star Ryan-Mark says he’s keen to pursue his passion for politics by getting first-hand experience working for the House of Commons.
He’ll be focusing on delivering communications and social media for Mr Smith (MP for Buckingham) and Mr Everitt (Milton Keynes North MP) from tomorrow.
Ryan-Mark told The Sun: “I’m delighted to be joining the offices of Greg Smith MP and Ben Everitt MP.
“Since The Apprentice, I’ve always considered a role in Westminster and to be working in the heart of British politics is a dream come true.
“For the past few years I’ve been a regular face on shows like Good Morning Britain, Sky News, GB News, and Talk. I’m more serious than people think.
“People tend to have a negative perception of reality stars, certainly people in Westminster have already made their opinions clear.
“I don’t care about the naysayers. I’m keen to prove those people wrong.
“I’m looking forward to learning the ropes and keen to make an impact during my time in the House of Commons.
“This is just the start of Ryan-Mark in Parliament — watch this space over the next few years.
“I can’t thank Greg and Ben enough for the opportunity.”
The new intern suffered a terrifying ordeal when his drink was spiked in a London club last year.
Ryan-Mark was locked in his attacker’s car before eventually forcing his way out.
He is now determined to campaign for mandatory glass covers in bars and nightclubs.
Ryan-Mark has spent the past couple of months working with Mr Smith on further legislative measures to tackle spiking.
The entrepreneur discussed his efforts with former Prime Minister Theresa May at a recent Conservative fundraising event in Buckinghamshire.
He also spent time campaigning in the local elections, delivering leaflets and speaking to voters on doorsteps.
Mr Smith said: “From working with Ryan-Mark on his campaign to combat the evil crime of spiking, I am looking forward to him joining my Westminster team to help me serve my constituents.”
Mr Everitt added: “Ryan-Mark’s brilliant work ethic and passion for developing and learning new skills makes him a real asset to my team. I’m looking forward to working with him.”
Ryan-Mark was fired “with regret” by Lord Alan Sugar in week eight of The Apprentice, series 15.
He went on to appear in E4‘s Celebs Go Dating and more recently is found debating the day’s top stories on Good Morning Britain, Sky News, GB News and talkRADIO.