7 EDITOR’S LETTER On the cover Established in 1971 by Chairman and Co-Founder Ronnie Pavey, Lesser & Pavey has become a leading UK Trade Supplier of Giftware & Homewares. By priding itself on fantastic quality at great value for money, the brand The Leonardo Collection has become renowned worldwide. A golden opportunity As we head closer to the lucrative golden quarter, there’s a prime buying opportunity in Autumn Fair. And, as ever, Gift Focus has the event covered. Renowned for its eclectic mix of new and exclusive brands as well as its support for up-and-coming startups and designers, this iteration of the event sees the launch of Connect @ Autumn Fair. Lighting up Autumn Fair with 10,000+ connections for the home, gift & fashion retail community, Connect @ Autumn Fair is the transformative, new connections programme. Designed to help buyers find products and brands their customers will love in the most efficient way possible, Connect also helps Autumn Fair exhibitors create leads, orders and opportunities in an incredibly effective way maximising their ROI from the event. Talking exhibitors, there’s a host of companies showcasing their wares at the show, and we’ve done an extensive round-up highlighting some great giftware to purchase, offering inspiration aplenty. Of course, the focus on product doesn’t just stop there. This issue our features include Christmas Part Two, Toys & Games, Greetings Cards, and Women’s Jewellery & Accessories. Whether you’re looking for goods to capitalize on the upcoming festive season, brand new products or catering to the perennial bestselling children’s market, we’ve got something to whet your appetite. While keeping your business afloat with stock that sells is vital, offsetting that cost to the environment is important. On page 94 Bruce Penson, managing director of cyber security and IT support company Pro Drive IT, offers five ways small businesses can lower their carbon emissions by optimising technology. Check out further business advice on pages 96 and 98. As ever, please do get in touch if there’s something you want to see more of. Enjoy the issue, Louise Prance Editor Louise DESIGN +44 (0)1376 535 616 artwork@giftfocus.com ACCOUNTS +44 (0)1376 535 616 accounts@giftfocus.com MANAGING DIRECTOR Sarah Ellis +44 (0)1376 535 602 sarah.ellis@giftfocus.com Gift Focus and Attire Accessories are solely owned, published and designed by KD Events and Publishing Ltd. Whilst every effort was made to ensure the information in this magazine was correct at the time of going to press, the publishers cannot accept legal responsibility for any errors or omissions, nor can they accept responsibility of the standing of advertisers nor by the editorial contributions. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher. Gift Focus is published six times a year. ISSN 1758-0897 @giftfocus @giftfocusmag @gift_focus Gift Focus magazine is proud to be associated with and supporters of: ADVERTISING Account Manager Lauren Redford-Hughes +44(0)1376 535 609 lauren.redford-hughes @giftfocus.com EDITORIAL Editor Louise Prance +44 (0)1376 514 000 louise.prance@giftfocus.com 49 35 57
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