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National Stationery Week Wins Campaign Of The Year at BOSS Awards The BOSS Awards recognise and celebrate excellence within the UK business supplies industry. This prestigious event honours individuals and businesses that demonstrate outstanding achievement and innovation. Among the award winners announced at the ceremony on 28 November was National Stationery Week, winning Campaign of the Year. Sarah Laker, owner of Stationery Supplies in Marple and Wilmslow took over the organising of the campaign in 2023 couldn’t quite believe it when National Stationery Week was read out as the winner. “You know those moments in life that feel too incredible to be real? Someone pinch me! The competition was fierce, with amazing campaigns from brands like Nescafé and Pukka Pads on the shortlist. For NSW to be recognised as the best campaign
of the year in while of the stationery and office supplies industry is nothing short of extraordinary. “It was also really lovely to be able to share the moment with Chris LeonardMorgan, who founded the NSW campaign back in 2012. Now, onwards to the 2025 campaign as we continue spreading the message that writing matters.” Other winners on the evening included UOE Stores, with nine branches in London and Hertfordshire, which won the Independent Retailer of the Year. Elliot Jacobs, UOE Stores chief executive officer and postmaster said of the win: “We’re honoured and delighted to have won the award for best independent stationery retailer. It’s so amazing to be recognised for our achievements. The entire team are thrilled.”
Recognition For Nemo Office Club Managing Director
Registration Open For London International Stationery Show
Nemo Office Club managing director, Tim Beaumont, was named winner of the Business Leader of the Year at the BOSS Awards, recognising the direction he has steered the group since the merger between Nemo and Office Club.
Visitor registration is officially open for the London International Stationery Show 2025, set to take place at the Business Design Centre in Islington, London, on Tuesday 13 and Wednesday 14 May 2025.
Tim was entered into the awards by his team, unbeknown to him until the shortlist was announced, saying: “It was very humbling to even have my name put forward, to win is just fantastic and a reflection on the team we have at Nemo Office Club.”
Tim Beaumont.
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With hundreds of exhibitors showcasing thousands of products and collections, the event is a must-visit for stationery retailers of all sizes and specialisms, promising another record breaking show in terms of content. Don’t miss the chance to explore the latest launches from leading global brands, innovative startups, and fresh new designs. Register now at www.stationeryshowlondon.co.uk.
Registration is now open for London International Stationery Show.
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Sarah Laker and Chris Leonard-Morgan collect the award for Campaign of the Year for National Stationery Week.
National Stationery Week 2025 will run over 12 - 18 May.
Special Editions For Caran d’Ache Coming in February is Misty Forest, the new Caran d’Ache special edition featuring a ballpoint pen and mechanical pencil from the 849 series, inspired by mist-shrouded forests. With a gradient from pastel to sage green, this duo evokes the serene beauty of dawn undergrowth, blending winter mist with lush foliage. Then in March comes the Black Edition collection, featuring six monochrome writing instruments, including a specialedition gift set and three new additions to the 849 family: the Fixpencil, 849 Fountain Pen, and 849 XL Ballpoint Pen.
Misty Forest is the latest special edition from Caran d’Ache.
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