32 | Southern Enterprise Awards 2022 Aug22077 Best Business Merchandise Company 2022 When your business is aiming for quality, it has to aim for quality in every part of how it operates. Often, businesses are so focused on making sure that items are branded correctly, they don’t pay attention to how good the item will be in the long run. The team at Woodblock are the perfect partners when it comes to ensuring that your business merchandise reflects the incredible quality of the business you run. Following their sensational awards’ win, Aaron Perks was delighted to explain some of the many reasons behind the team’s incredible success. “We understand how important business is to our customers,” he says with a smile, “and love working with them to create striking and memorable products which can fuel their success.” Over the years, Aaron and his team have produced an astonishing array of different products. From branded bottles to business cards, from bags to pads, the team can meet any, and every single one of their client’s needs. Their humble headquarters in Dorking is a veritable Aladdin’s cave of treasures for those who want items truly unique to them. In fact, it has positioned them perfectly to deliver all over the world, with easy access to both Gatwick and Heathrow Airports. Wee asked Aaron what qualities have managed to set Woodblock apart from an impressive competition. “We are a family run business with a devotion to creativity and a dedication to detail,” he explains. “Combining creativity and print is at the heart of what we do and is the culmination of years of experience in various forms of high-end design from silversmithing to product and graphics. It is the skills accumulated along the way, and a geeky addiction to all things stationery, that ensure the quality of all our products which are produced in-house by our passionate hands-on team.” Producing these items in-house is a crucial aspect of the business, allowing for a genuinely bespoke experience. Every product can be lovingly tailored to suit the unique needs of the individual client. “Being a family business, we can be totally flexible, always offering considered and knowledgeable support throughout,” Aaron tells us. “If you decide to join our pack of very happy customers, you’ll find that we’re a friendly bunch, who like nothing more than giving great service.” In a crowded market, this guarantee of service that goes above and beyond is something that is clearly to be treasured. “We know there are plenty of other businesses out there banging out the same products as us but that’s exactly where we are different,” Aaron explains. “For us it’s personal. We are not a ‘Wham! Bam! Thank you Mam!’ set up.” With quality as the perpetual watchword for this intrepid team, it’s clear that the reason is so that they stand apart from the competition. “We work collaboratively with our clients and strive to achieve the highest standards whilst treating every project with individual care and attention,” Aaron continues. “We are uncompromising in our approach to every aspect of our business as we know you are to yours. We really, truly, properly – with a cherry on top! – believe in providing the best possible service and products for you.” Of course, every business is currently exploring new ways of offering a more environmentally friendly solution to their customers. The team behind Woodblock are no exception. Their work, however, is more challenging as they aren’t just meeting the needs of their clients, but transforming the very way in which their industry is seen. “Branded merchandise has a pretty poor reputation when it comes to environmental credentials, but we are keen to try to resolve this,” Aaron explains. “There is a fantastic offering of ecologically sound and sustainable products now available, and they don’t have to break the bank. Where possible we do our best to promote these above the less environmentally friendly options and use these items ourselves in our marketing.” The deliberate move to using more ethical resources in the products produced by the team is a credit to their hard work over the years. They aren’t just looking for the team that offers the cheapest quality, but those who have values that match their own. Because quality is essential to the continued success of Woodblock, it’s important that they find partners who hold such values equally dear to how they work. “We take seriously our responsibility to work with suppliers who ensure that the supply chain has a zero-tolerance policy on child labour and forced labour,” Aaron adds. In an industry full of cheap products, this sort of behaviour is rife. The guarantees that come from working with Woodblock are worth their weight in gold. The future is one where environmental awareness is set to be a core part of how the Woodblock team operate. The firm has already become a member of Ecologi, an organisation dedicated to tackling the climate crisis. Through Ecologi, Woodblock has been able to grow a company forest, offering their carbon emissions with monthly donations. As time goes on, the firm intends to create a climate positive workforce, wherein the carbon footprint of every member of the team can be effectively offset. The team also donate and grow 25 new trees for every order placed worth over £100. These practical steps have allowed customers to celebrate contributing to a greater project, whilst still buying exceptional products for themselves. Turning to the team at Woodblock means turning to a team for whom quality is the first priority at all times. It guides the selection of products Branded merchandise has long been proven to be a great way to connect with customers. A well-crafted item will not only last years but offer free advertisement for many of those years! When you’re looking for merchandise for your business, the team at Woodblock Ltd have you covered. We caught up with Aaron Perks, following the team’s incredible achievement in the Southern Enterprise Awards, to find out more.
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