Blackpool Electrician hits the Jackpot

Every now and then, a win comes along that feels like it was meant to be - and this one’s right up there.

Blackpool electrician Jake Emery scooped £750,000 tax-free cash in our biggest-ever Millionaire Maker competition, just 48 hours after attending his first Sunday church service in two decades.

Jake, 33, runs MJ Electrical & Technical alongside his best mate and business partner Michael Bunnage, but says the business had been struggling with cash flow this year. Feeling the pressure, Jake decided to head to St. Paul’s Church in Blackpool for a bit of guidance.

“I’ve not been to church in 20 years,” Jake told us. “I just felt like I needed a bit of clarity, maybe an epiphany moment. I was struggling to see what to do next. I left feeling lighter, but I didn’t expect what happened next…”

Just two days later, Jake’s name came out live on our Millionaire Maker draw — winning him a £1 million prize bundle of luxury cars, holidays, goods, and cash. He chose to take the £750,000 cash alternative, and in true mate fashion, immediately gave half to his best friend Michael.

“We made a deal years ago,” Jake said. “If one of us ever won big, we’d split it 50/50. And that’s exactly what I’ve done.”

Michael, 34, couldn’t believe it at first:

“We’ve been best mates since school — everything’s always been 50/50. I honestly thought he was winding me up until the money hit. But that’s Jake through and through.”

The two pals now plan to invest their winnings into property and build long-term security for their families.

Jake has been entering Elite Competitions’ draws for eight years, with his only previous win being a TV - until now. His incredible story has already inspired thousands of our players who’ve followed along on social media.

Elite Competitions CEO Alex Beckett said:

“This is one of those wins that gives you goosebumps. The timing, the story, the fact he gave half away - it’s unbelievable. Jake’s win sums up exactly what Elite is all about: life-changing prizes, real people, real moments.”

Since launching, Elite Competitions has given away over £100 million in prizes, from dream cars and cash jackpots to luxury holidays and one-off experiences — all drawn live every week on Facebook and YouTube.

As for Jake and Michael, they’re back on the tools for now - but with a whole new outlook on life (and bank balance to match).

“It’s changed everything,” Jake said. “And I’ll never forget how it all started - with a little bit of faith.”