The Gift-Cast Gift of the Year

In this episode we speak to Steve Harris, Director at Central Business Finance who tells us all about the history of the company and the opportunities available to businesses to raise finance to either proactively support growth or reactively help with cash flow and debts. A lot of small business owner don’t realise the amount of support out the options available to them to expedite growth, and Steve is the perfect person to talk to if you’d like to learn more. 
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Welcome to the Gift-Cast, previously know as the Product-Cast, brought to you by Gift of the Year and supported by the Giftware Association. The podcast shines a spotlight on the UK’s thriving gift industry, providing insight into all aspects of the creative and sales process, from concept to retail and everything in between.
Each episode you will meet a new key player from retail, supply, events and beyond, learning about their role within their business, their insights on the industry and, of course, to talk about their relationship with the Giftware Association and/or the Gift of the Year awards.
The Gift-Cast is hosted by Alex Ryan - a marketing consultant and a gift/product marketing expert having spent 6 years as Head of Marketing at Paladone Products Ltd before launching his own agency, Marketing 101.
The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year.
The Giftware Association is at the heart of the UK's gift and home industry with 70 unique years' experience. Listening to your needs and finding solutions to your problems. We can help you make money, save money and save time with our knowledge and contacts within the industry.


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Guest; Steve HarrisCentral FinanceHost; The Gift-Cast (website) The Giftware Association Gift of the Year Alex Ryan, Consultant Marketing 101, Agency Instagram;  Gift of the YearThe Giftware AssociationAlex RyanMarketing 101

Today on the Gift-Cast we learn about a brand new area of the gift industry not yet covered in our previous 63 episodes - books as gifts! We welcome Lewis Dawson from the family-run business Bookspeed, one of the few UK companies specialising in the unique realm of selecting and wholesaling books specifically to the gift industry. We learn Bookspeed’s fascinating origin story, understand more about exactly how to go about selecting books that will sell well as gifts, as well as some insight into current trends in the industry.
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Welcome to the Gift-Cast, previously know as the Product-Cast, brought to you by Gift of the Year and supported by the Giftware Association. The podcast shines a spotlight on the UK’s thriving gift industry, providing insight into all aspects of the creative and sales process, from concept to retail and everything in between.
Each episode you will meet a new key player from retail, supply, events and beyond, learning about their role within their business, their insights on the industry and, of course, to talk about their relationship with the Giftware Association and/or the Gift of the Year awards.
The Gift-Cast is hosted by Alex Ryan - a marketing consultant and a gift/product marketing expert having spent 6 years as Head of Marketing at Paladone Products Ltd before launching his own agency, Marketing 101.
The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year.
The Giftware Association is at the heart of the UK's gift and home industry with 70 unique years' experience. Listening to your needs and finding solutions to your problems. We can help you make money, save money and save time with our knowledge and contacts within the industry.


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Guest; Lewis DawsonBookspeedHost; The Gift-Cast (website) The Giftware Association Gift of the Year Alex Ryan, Consultant Marketing 101, Agency Instagram;  BookspeedGift of the YearThe Giftware AssociationAlex RyanMarketing 101

This episode we have the pleasure of catching up with Lizzi Benger, Head of Marketing at Aspin - a company who provide incredible tools to help product design/supply companies get truly organised - tools like a Product Information Management system (PIM) and a Digital Asset Management system (DAM) to ensure that everyone has a ‘single place of truth’ when it comes to the information and assets associated with their products. They also have a Customer Relationship Management tool (CRM) which seamlessly integrates with the PIM, the DAM and Pixsell - their order-taking system, perfect for the sales side of the business, whether taking orders over the phone, on the road or at trade shows. 
Join us to learn about the history and future of Aspin, their relationship with the Giftware Association and Gift Of The Year, and the incredible tools that they’ve developed over the last few decades. 
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Welcome to the Gift-Cast, previously know as the Product-Cast, brought to you by Gift of the Year and supported by the Giftware Association. The podcast shines a spotlight on the UK’s thriving gift industry, providing insight into all aspects of the creative and sales process, from concept to retail and everything in between.
Each episode you will meet a new key player from retail, supply, events and beyond, learning about their role within their business, their insights on the industry and, of course, to talk about their relationship with the Giftware Association and/or the Gift of the Year awards.
The Gift-Cast is hosted by Alex Ryan - a marketing consultant and a gift/product marketing expert having spent 6 years as Head of Marketing at Paladone Products Ltd before launching his own agency, Marketing 101.
The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year.
The Giftware Association is at the heart of the UK's gift and home industry with 70 unique years' experience. Listening to your needs and finding solutions to your problems. We can help you make money, save money and save time with our knowledge and contacts within the industry.


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Guest; Lizzi BengerAspin & PixsellHost; The Gift-Cast (website) The Giftware Association Gift of the Year Alex Ryan, Consultant Marketing 101, Agency Instagram;  AspinGift of the YearThe Giftware AssociationAlex RyanMarketing 101

In this episode we sit down with Julie Uherek, Vice President, Consumer Goods Fairs, Messe Frankfurt to explore the multifaceted world of exhibitions and trade events. We learn about the latest trends in the industry, the impact of digital technology, and effective marketing strategies to attract high attendance.  Julie also highlights how trade shows are pivotal in networking and community building among industry professionals. Moreover, we explore the integration of interactive elements and technologies to boost attendee engagement and ensure a memorable experience. Listen in as we gain unique insights from Julia about what excites them in this evolving field and the future of trade shows.

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Welcome to the Gift-Cast, previously know as the Product-Cast, brought to you by Gift of the Year and supported by the Giftware Association. The podcast shines a spotlight on the UK’s thriving gift industry, providing insight into all aspects of the creative and sales process, from concept to retail and everything in between.
Each episode you will meet a new key player from retail, supply, events and beyond, learning about their role within their business, their insights on the industry and, of course, to talk about their relationship with the Giftware Association and/or the Gift of the Year awards.
The Gift-Cast is hosted by Alex Ryan - a marketing consultant and a gift/product marketing expert having spent 6 years as Head of Marketing at Paladone Products Ltd before launching his own agency, Marketing 101.
The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year.
The Giftware Association is at the heart of the UK's gift and home industry with 70 unique years' experience. Listening to your needs and finding solutions to your problems. We can help you make money, save money and save time with our knowledge and contacts within the industry.


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Guest; Julia UherekAmbiente & Christmas WorldHost; The Gift-Cast (website) The Giftware Association Gift of the Year Alex Ryan, Consultant Marketing 101, Agency Instagram;  AmbienteChristmas WorldGift of the YearThe Giftware AssociationAlex RyanMarketing 101

In today’s episode we have the absolute pleasure of meeting Miranda Khadr, owner of Provide Finance. In a change to the usual guests, we’re introducing you to a supplier member of the Giftware Association - that being someone who provides services to our members, rather than being a product supplier, a retailer or an event manager within the gift trade. In this episode learn all about the amazing new finance platform that Miranda and her team have built, plus the options available to you for consolidating debt, garnering investment for growth, and much much more!

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Welcome to the Product-Cast, aka the Prod-Cast, brought to you by Gift of the Year and supported by the Giftware Association. The podcast shines a spotlight on the UK’s thriving gift industry, providing insight into all aspects of the creative and sales process, from concept to retail and everything in between.
Each episode you will meet a new key player from retail, supply, events and beyond, learning about their role within their business, their insights on the industry and, of course, to talk about their relationship with the Giftware Association and/or the Gift of the Year awards.
The Prod-Cast is hosted by Alex Ryan - a marketing consultant and a gift/product marketing expert having spent 6 years as Head of Marketing at Paladone Products Ltd before launching his own agency, Marketing 101.
The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year.
The Giftware Association is at the heart of the UK's gift and home industry with 70 unique years' experience. Listening to your needs and finding solutions to your problems. We can help you make money, save money and save time with our knowledge and contacts within the industry.


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Guest; Miranda KhadrProvide FinanceHost; The Product-Cast (website) The Giftware Association Gift of the Year Alex Ryan, Consultant Marketing 101, Agency Instagram;  Provide FinanceGift of the YearThe Giftware AssociationAlex RyanMarketing 101

In this episode of the Product-Cast we meet the inspirational Rachel Wilkins who, after too many years in the corporate world of marketing, took the leap to take her side hustle and make it her own business. 2 years of saving up and Rachel was able to step out of her Paye role and become her own bsos, and the founder of Dinky Artist - taking children’s art and turning it into incredible giftware. 

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Welcome to the Product-Cast, aka the Prod-Cast, brought to you by Gift of the Year and supported by the Giftware Association. The podcast shines a spotlight on the UK’s thriving gift industry, providing insight into all aspects of the creative and sales process, from concept to retail and everything in between.
Each episode you will meet a new key player from retail, supply, events and beyond, learning about their role within their business, their insights on the industry and, of course, to talk about their relationship with the Giftware Association and/or the Gift of the Year awards.
The Prod-Cast is hosted by Alex Ryan - a marketing consultant and a gift/product marketing expert having spent 6 years as Head of Marketing at Paladone Products Ltd before launching his own agency, Marketing 101.
The Gift of the Year awards are the most highly respected industry accolades, aimed at recognising the best new products, talent and inspiration in our industry each year.
The Giftware Association is at the heart of the UK's gift and home industry with 70 unique years' experience. Listening to your needs and finding solutions to your problems. We can help you make money, save money and save time with our knowledge and contacts within the industry.


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Guest; Rachel Wilkins (Linkedin)Dinky Artist (website)Host; The Product-Cast (website) The Giftware Association Gift of the Year Alex Ryan, Consultant Marketing 101, Agency Instagram;  Dinky ArtistGift of the YearThe Giftware Association