120 verified testimonials
5/5 average rating
Jenny Haworth Verified customer
Frock Goddess
Sami Armstrong Verified customer
Sami-K
"Meeting other members from some incredible British brands who continue to share knowledge, inspire and represent such an important local industry. The Make it British community is the go-to platform for us all to support our local businesses stepping back into our new normal."
4 years ago
Sami Armstrong Verified customer
Sami-K
"Absolutely love the members meet-ups! Especially where we have guest speakers!"
4 years ago
Julie Westmore Verified customer
J Westy Designs
"Being a certified Make it British member has helped raise my profile as a small British brand. It has helped bring me new customers and reach a wider audience of people who want to buy British products."
4 years ago
Sami Armstrong Verified customer
Sami-K
"The Make it British platform is supportive and offers an incredible, accessible platform for us as a new brand reaching out to new customers and fellow creators too."
4 years ago
Anna Juliet Verified customer
Anna Juliet Creative
"The additional credibility of being verified by another organisation is very valuable to me as a new business."
4 years ago
Finella Devitt Verified customer
Firehorse
"Our last competition attracted a whopping 4,000+ entrants and over 1,000 opt-ins to our mailing list. More than 18 months on, we’ve retained the majority of these subscribers who show a high open and click-through rate. Given that e-mail marketing is such an effective promotion strategy, the competition feature alone justifies our annual membership."
4 years ago
Charlotte Raffo Verified customer
The Monkey Puzzle Tree
"I joined Make it British 6 weeks ago after being recommended by another business and it's been great. It's worth it for me just based on the number of referrals that are coming to my website. But on top of that the weekly Zoom meetings run by Kate and networking with other members has been an invaluable resource."
4 years ago
Jack Verified customer
Big Fox Apparel
"Great service from Kate and the Make it British team. They have helped my business immensely and provided me with opportunities that I never thought I’d have. Can’t recommend becoming a member enough."
4 years ago
Paul Williams Verified customer
Woods WorldWide by Williams
"Being in the MakeitBritish Directory has enabled other organisations looking for specific UK quality products to link with my business .We are now working together to generate future business opportunities for both of us."
4 years ago
brant richards Verified customer
hebtroco
"We're five years in now, and it looks to be going well. I'm not saying we couldn't have done it without Make It British, but Kate and her team have certainly been a LOT of help over the past few years!"
4 years ago
Oli Clark Verified customer
Oli Clark
"My wife and I had an idea of a business we wanted to set up. We knew it would be in fashion and that we wanted to make it in the UK but we had zero experience in textiles. Being able to chat and pick Kate’s brains has been super-helpful . Validation from someone who knows what they’re talking about. After doing the course I’ve got a much more detailed know..." Read more
4 years ago
Kirstie Carie Verified customer
Lamington London
"I had no experience of manufacturing, so when I needed help and advice I reached out to Make it British and Kate was amazing! She inspired me to pursue - despite all the hard work and has been very helpful along the way. Highly recommended."
4 years ago
Carolyn Axon Verified customer
Tookie
"I wish I’d done it 18 months ago! It’s given me a really good framework to build upon. It has given me a lot more confidence. When I first went to manufacturers I knew I was a smalll fish - but then we did the course and we got a lot slicker and we went to the manufacturers prepared and they started to talk to us. It really works!"
4 years ago
Sarah Natress Verified customer
Posh Muckerz
"Linking up with Make it British was probably the best thing we ever did. It has totally changed the way we think about manufacturing and most importantly our customers are actually buying from us because it's British-made and because we're badged with Make it British."
4 years ago
Bernadette Done Verified customer
SKILLS AND EDUCATION GROUP
"What a fabulous event - sure there were a few glitches and pages needed refreshing etc., and some speakers difficult to hear but on the whole it was a great experience. The whole Team worked so hard and as it was the first time this had been done, it couldn't have been better. Well done"
4 years ago
dodi kazma Verified customer
dodi kazma
"Lots of great tips and support especially during the pandemic."
4 years ago
sandy simm Verified customer
Sew Powerful
"Up to now your service has been really exciting. I have learned so much about waste, regarding fabric, I just need to know who has what waste and how do I get it. I am involved with period poverty and want to set up workshops in towns all over Britain making knickers for the kids and women who can't afford them. Raise awareness, offer the skills to help."
4 years ago
Bethie Tricks Verified customer
Bethie Tricks
"Make It British was a fantastic opportunity to get key access to others within my industry and meet potential clients/suppliers. I am so pleased it went ahead online regardless of the pandemic, it was well worth it. Thanks you Kate and the MIB Team!"
4 years ago
Sharron Pierre Verified customer
SHAZ
"excellent"
4 years ago
Leanne Hardacre Verified customer
"Great and convenient event to connect with interesting people and businesses. Love that I have more time to go back to watch all the lectures as well as I didn't get a chance to when they were live!"
4 years ago
Gemma McCarthy Verified customer
RA Smart
"The Make It British Virtual Show was a great event, with lots of information and knowledgeable speakers. The event overall really ran smoothly, and we connected with lots of new potential customers. The speed networking was something we have never done before, but thought this was a great addition and would highly recommend. Thanks to Kate and the Team!"
4 years ago
Helen James Verified customer
Eliza Nellie Ltd
"As a small brand making homeware and accessories in the UK, it's great to know that Kate & the Make it British team are championing British manufacturing. The recent online Make it British Live! event was all about community spirit, adapting to change & why manufacturing in the UK now is more important than ever."
4 years ago
lesley brown Verified customer
Lesley Brown
"When covd hit I was disappointed that a live show would not happen but Kate and her team put on great event with the opportunity of feeling you were there. The replay is useful. I had missed a few of the sessions. Speed networking was fun. In future it could be a little longer to enable getting details.. It kept freezing so I lost contacts. 5* all round"
4 years ago
Camille F. Verified customer
"High quality speakers, great variety of exhibitors and very user-friendly online format."
4 years ago
"I have appreciated the support in the team covering my social media and blog posts etc."
4 years ago
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