TIGER FEET CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW MANCHESTER FLAGSHIP WAREHOUSE Tiger Feet, wholesaler of giftware, partyware and greeting cards, has officially relocated its Manchester branch to a new flagship warehouse at Lowry Park. Following a successful soft launch and official opening party, the new customer-first warehouse is welcoming customers. The 39,613 sq ft at Unit 7, Lowry Park, Grimshaw Lane, Manchester, M40 2BA has been meticulously designed to inspire, with the customer journey at the forefront. From a dedicated Party Supplies Zone and quick-pay lanes at the tills, to a refreshment area and EV charging in the car park, the space has been designed to make every visit an experience. Joanna Formby, Head of Commercial at Tiger Feet says: “We wanted to take a moment to extend a massive thank you to our incredible customers and dedicated suppliers who joined us for our opening week. www.tigerfeet.com CRAFT BUDDY MARKS NEXT CHAPTER WITH NEW MISSION Craft Buddy, a global leader in creative craft experiences, has unveiled its new mission as the business builds on 15 years of evolution, innovation and international growth. Over the past 15 years, Craft Buddy has evolved into a globally recognised craft brand, driven by its portfolio of ranges including Crystal Art®, Paint by Numbers®, Forever Flowerz® and the anticipated ForLi’l Worlds® August 2026. The business now operates across 40+ countries through a diverse mix of retail and distribution channels, including supermarkets, toy and hobby retailers, bookshops, garden centres, value retailers and TV shopping platforms. This global reach is supported by fulfilment operations across the UK, Germany and FOB Ningbo. A key driver of this success has been Craft Buddy’s extensive portfolio of world-class partnership and licenses, spanning some of the most recognisable global brands, including Disney-Pixar, Star Wars, Warner Bros., Harry Potter, Universal, Hasbro (Peppa Pig), Care Bears, Hello Kitty (Sanrio), DC, Marvel and Me to You. This breadth of licensing enables the business to connect with a wide and diverse audience, from children and families to collectors and the fastgrowing kidult market. Alongside its licensed portfolio, Craft Buddy continues to invest in in-house, award-winning product development, creating original ranges that respond quickly to emerging trends and consumer demand. This includes innovations such as blind bags, pin badge collections and sticker albums, bringing licensed characters to life through engaging, collectible formats – with some ranges featuring over 100+ characters to craft and collect.www.craftbuddyltd.co.uk BRITISH BUSINESSES CELEBRATED AS THE KING’S AWARDS FOR ENTERPRISE MARK THEIR 60TH ANNIVERSARY The recipients of The King’s Awards for Enterprise have been announced, celebrating the achievements of outstanding businesses from across the UK and Channel Islands and recognising their vital contribution to economic growth and improving lives. This year marks a significant milestone for the Awards, as they celebrate 60 years since the first honours were conferred in 1966. Established in 1965, the programme has since recognised more than 8,000 exceptional UK businesses, highlighting the strength, innovation, and ambition of British enterprise. To mark this anniversary year – and to ensure the Awards continue to reflect the evolving landscape of UK business – a new category has been introduced: The King’s Award for Enterprise – Young Founder. Created as part of the Department for Business and Trade’s Small Business Plan, the Award will recognise founders aged 18–30 who are actively leading their businesses and driving growth and opportunity. A total of 186 awards have been issued with one company, Bristolbased Tailfin Ltd, being recognised for two Awards. The Awards span a diverse range of sectors and celebrate the ambition, ingenuity, and success of the UK’s business community. Overall, 76 businesses have been recognised for International Trade, 52 for Innovation, 36 for Sustainability and 22 for Promoting Opportunity (through social mobility). By supporting more people into work, developing new innovations, and exporting the best Britain has to offer around the world, businesses like these are playing a key role in the Government’s mission to go further and faster for economic growth and to put more money in more working people’s pockets. Blair McDougall, Minister for Small Businesses and Economic Transformation said: “A huge congratulations to every business receiving awards this year, who once again have illustrated the best of British innovation and talent. “These awards show that right across the UK, there are small businesses that are thriving, growing and succeeding and it’s only right that we champion these successes.” Out of the 186 awards, 164 (89 percent) went to SMEs, and of those, 24 (13 percent) are micro-businesses, with 10 employees or less. Smaller businesses are the beating heart of this government’s growth mission and providing them with the right support to overcome barriers and reach their full potential is an absolute priority. INDUSTRY NEWS 13
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