159 COMPANY PROFILE JEWN T: +44 (0)7876 563 615 E: nigel@jewn.co.uk www.jewn.co.uk combined with Janina’s eye for fashion and colour means we can always offer something new and exciting. What sets you apart from your competitors? A distinctive collection curated by myself and Janina using my experience and Janina’s eye for colour and design to create a range that offers everything from high quality leather to high fashion designs at great prices. We also offer a no minimum order to help retailers keep their costs down and cash flow positive. How are you finding the current climate in the UK? Is it affecting business? The current climate is the toughest trading environment I have experienced and I’m sure it’s the same for everyone. I think I don’t need to elaborate any more as everyone in our industry is in the same boat. How do you view the future of independent retail post-pandemic? Independent retailers are in a very strong position currently – customers are looking to shop locally and they can act swiftly to changes in the retail environment. This, combined with our help by offering no minimum order value and no carriage charge with a 24-hour delivery service, means they can top up stock levels quickly and efficiently. Are you active on social media? How is this important for the business? I must admit we are not very active on social media – it is something we need to address in 2022. Do you have any advice for new businesses starting out in the world of gifts? This is simple – ask your potential customers what they need, speak to as many people as you can and read the trade magazines such as Attire Accessories. What can we expect in the future from the company? Expansion of the leather range. We already have plans to expand the range considerably in 2022. You will also see a big increase in exposure of the J by Janina collection of fashion bags.
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