Made in Britain, a not-for-profit trade organisation that champions British-made products, has launched a new online video series that highlights the importance of leadership in manufacturing. The ‘UnPacked’ series spotlights leaders of businesses that make their products in the UK, showcasing their approach and how they shape the sustainable future of the sector.
Hosted by journalist and presenter, Matthew Stadlen, UnPacked features the people behind a range of British-made products including tennis balls, tea towels, storage boxes and household goods. The series is available to watch on theMade in Britain website, with new episodes being added every week.
John Pearce, Made in Britain CEO, said: “Making anything in the UK has never been easy. Making a profit, supporting the local economy and sustaining jobs at the same time can seem a tall order, but there are many more successful British manufacturing businesses than most people realise.
“Behind every business, there are people with passion, ingenuity and good humour, with a compelling story to tell. UnPacked lifts the lid on how these business leaders do what they do so well as they strengthen the economy and support livelihoods. It also gives people a chance to share their passion for their craft, as well as the challenges they have to cope with to keep growing and progressing. We hope that viewers of the series will find inspiration and motivation as they discover the stories behind these great businesses and share in their smiles and laughter along the way.”
Successful manufacturing leadershipMr Stadlen added: “It is inspiring to speak to business leaders from around the UK and learn more about what makes them tick. By getting to know people and their businesses, we are revealing the nature of successful manufacturing leadership and seeing how amazing and varied British industry really is.
“It is so important to champion companies that make products in the UK and the role they play in driving economic growth, and I feel proud to be involved in a campaign that does just that. I am looking forward to speaking to lots more business leaders over the coming months - keep an eye on the Made in Britain website for new episodes.”
Since forming as a not-for-profit organisation in 2013, Made In Britain has grown into the premier trademark for homegrown manufacturing in the UK. It offers support to its members with expert guidance, networking and sustainability tools to help measure a company’s impact — both environmentally and ethically.
As well as this, the organisation works alongside Government bodies to help drive economic growth, create and protect jobs, and strengthen the UK’s manufacturing base.
To watch the latest episodes of UnPacked, visit the website
here.