Responsible sourcing show Source Home & Gift – running alongside Autumn Fair at NEC Birmingham from 1st-4th September – has announced the formation of an advisory board comprising thought leaders and experts from BIRA, John Lewis, Longleat, Natural History Museum and PepsiCo, all dedicated to promoting responsible and ethical production in the home and giftware industry.
The board promises to guide the future direction of Source Home & Gift, "ensuring the show continues to deliver cutting-edge content across the entire supply chain", says organiser Hyve Group. "The board members are committed to building and sustaining responsible and ethical practices within the industry, drawing on their extensive experience from large home and gift brands, retailers, and industry associations.
The board comprises: Nicola Kirby, head of UK sourcing, John Lewis; Claire Bevan, head of retail, Natural History Museum; Alison Maynard, head of retail, Longleat Enterprises; Andrew Goodacre, CEO, British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA); and Hayley Shore, design director, PepsiCo.
Suzanne Ellingham, director of sourcing, Source Home & Gift, states: “Source Home & Gift was created in response to industry feedback. The formation of the advisory board is a thrilling development for the show. As we rapidly grow, it is crucial that our direction is guided by the community we serve. I am eager to collaborate with this exceptional board of experts and leaders.”
