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Meeting

Asanavid travellerofthese isles and curious individual, Ialways seize theopportunitytoembark on new adventuresand meet BPMA members. My remarkable journey continues and recently ledmetomeet moreamazingUK-basedpromotional merchandisecompanies.

In April, Ihad thepleasureofvisiting London-based Mantis Worldand meeting CEO and founder Prama Bhardwaj and LauraParrott, brand Ambassador.The companyhas been aBPMAmember since 1997 and has been making wavesin sustainable clothing.

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collaboratively across industry-wide programmes to measure, manage and improveits impact. It is also afounding signatoryfor theUNFCCC Fashion Industry Charter forClimateAction and committed to net zero by 2050,soitwas inspiring to witness theteam’s dedication first-hand and see thepositive changesalready made in thefashion industryand within promotional merchandise apparel.

Plastic Fantastic

Continuing my journey,Imade my wayto Great Central Plastics in Daventrytomeet KironPhillips, head of sales and marketing, and Philip Brown, BPMA members since 2010 specialising in providing innovative plastic solutions. Witha Highly Recommended Sustainable Product of theYear product is 2023’s Product Awards, whether manufacturing components or custom-designed products, Great Central Plastics excels in delivering bespoke plastic solutions to clients. Showcasing its extensive capabilities and highlighting commitment to qualityand customer satisfaction, we were particularly impressed by thecompany’s attention to detail and abilitytocater to diverse industries, including promotional merchandise, and applications. Great Central Plastics exemplifies excellence in theworld of plastic manufacturing.

Manchester Bound

In May, theBPMAattended theManchester Big Promotional Trade Show, serving as aplatformfor promotional industry professionals, suppliers, and distributors to connect as well as showcasing new products and ranges. From personalised merchandise to cutting-edge promotional strategies, theManchesterBig Promotional Trade Showprovedtobea vibrant hub of creativityand innovation. After amonthofmembervisits with manymorebooked, Iamreminded of the vast potential and limitless opportunities that await us in thebusiness world. Through suchencounters and discoveries that we find inspiration, broaden our horizons, and makemeaningful connections that propel us forward.

TomRobey is theBPMAmembership director –tom@bpma.co.uk

Sustainableapproach

Witha commitment to producing eco-friendly garments, Mantis Worldhas earned awell-deservedreputation for itshigh-qualityorganic clothing. Ahub of inspiration and information forany corporateclient interested in sustainable fashion. From its range of ethically sourced materials to eco-friendly manufacturing processes, Mantis Worldtakes everystep to minimise impact on theenvironment. All Mantis Worldgarment labels include a QR code whereusers see theimpact of thegarment, and understand theimpact savings in termsofcarbon, water, energy and pesticide use.

Mantis Worldisonajourney of continuous improvement and works