Make it British was held on November 2 where over 200 designers, manufacturers, retailers and academics gathered for a robust and thoughtful debate on how to build a made in Britain brand.

The conversation was positive with a collaborative can-do attitude. The sell-out event also attracted an online audience who could pose questions to the panel. The one-day forum provided knowledge and expertise to successfully manufacture, promote and sell a brand that is made in Britain. A host of experts, who understand what it takes to successfully negotiate the UK manufacturing supply chain, were on hand to offer advice along with an inspiring line up of brand owners and manufacturers to help provide solutions to some challenges and set delegates well on the way to developing a great Made in Britain business.

Developing a product that is made in the UK is not always easy, and this forum aimed at equipping visitors with the expertise required. Many new brands are opting to ensure the Made in Britain label is part of their DNA and there’s a trend for big brands to re-shore. Undoubtedly the key benefits of making in Britain are the convenience and speed of manufacturing in the UK.