THE COMPANY’S OBJECTIVES

The Company’s role is to sustain a thriving British furnishing industry with a talented workforce delivering high-quality products, which supports those in need from within its ranks and those who have served it in the past� The Company achieves this through three pillars of activity – education, excellence and welfare�

Education

The UK has a thriving furniture and interiors sector that contains many world-class businesses which each have a rich heritage� For the sector to continue to grow it is essential for it to attract the very best school leavers and graduates The Company has created an education and development programme to inspire and steward the next generation of talent�

Excellence

British furnishing design and manufacturing are second to none and the Company’s prestigious Guild Marks recognise the best of British design, innovation and manufacturing, helping to build a thriving industry for the future�

The Company’s three Guild MarksBespoke Guild Mark, Design Guild Mark and Manufacturing Guild Mark - recognise excellence and the highest standards in design and production, bringing prestige and publicity for award holders The criteria are exacting, setting the bar high for those who apply�

The Master Certificate scheme recognises excellence in career progression at three levels including evidence of academic training and support for those working in the industry�

Welfare

The charity has been supporting the welfare of employees in the furnishing industry, past and present, for more than 120 years� Anyone who works or has worked in the UK furnishing industry may qualify to receive financial support and guidance to help them through difficult times

Fellowship

Through a wide range of activities, the Company aims to foster fellowship among members and the wider livery movement�

All the Company’s activities are promoted nationwide to attract membership of the Company by those employed in the furniture and furnishing industry�