We are beyond proud, thrilled and very excited to announce as a team that Wild Thang has taken home the prestigious Sustainability Business of the Year award at the Liverpool Chamber Innovation in Business Awards 2024 for the second consecutive year. To have our sustainable efforts recognised for the second year running means the absolute world to Wild Thang & its team as this was the award we wanted to collect above any other.

Last night marked a momentous occasion as the Wild Thang team attended the Innovation in Business Awards 2024 at the breathtaking world class St George’s Hall, it felt like we were walking in the footsteps of the region’s greatest sons & daughters, but now all of this evening’s finalists and winners are the regions very own history makers.  It was a night of brilliance, gathering over 500 guests from across the business community, industries including engineering, chemistry, renewable energy, logistics and hospitality. The venue, opened in 1854 is steeped in history, it was the perfect setting to celebrate innovation and business excellence within Liverpool.

VIP Reception Set Up

Beginning Of The Night Inside Our VIP Reception

It was a picture-perfect evening hosted by the talented Claire Simmo, sensational light and sound provided by MSP and wonderful food provided by the National Museums Liverpool. We also had the honour of being VIP reception sponsors, we welcomed guests into the event and showed them everything Wild Thang has to offer!

Wild Thang MD Andrew Dwerryhouse made a great speech showcasing our one world class solution but also touched on what it’s all about and how we can support clients with expert advice from our amazing 50+ team, finally commenting on how companies or organistions should now only align with others that have shared values and ethics and how our commitment to ESG and sustainability can mean we can be that all important trusted supply partner.

Wild Thang MD Andrew Dwerryhouse Giving A Speech In Our VIP Reception

Liverpool Chamber CEO Paul Cherpeau Speaking During The Awards

Our team of course were all on hand to give that warmest VIP welcome along with the opportunity to ‘spin the sustainable wheel of fortune’ to win sustainable prizes and also enter our champagne draw, which was drawn straight after our MD’s Speech, big congratulations to Sarah McLoughlin from Medicash, all of which hopefully kept guests entertained, getting the night’s award celebrations started perfectly.

Winning this award is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team, it validates the efforts we’ve poured into making sustainability a core focus of our business. These things could never happen without the support of many individuals and organisations beyond our team which include amazing clients, friends, partners, suppliers and family. Without the help of all those people, award winning moments like this would not be possible and now this acknowledgement will push us even further to continue placing ESG central to our core values in the years to come.

St Georges Hall Event Set Up

Wild Thang Team Pre Event Picture With Our Wild Thang Backdrop

As we reflect on this incredible achievement, we can’t help but feel immense pride in our 28-year journey. What started as a small company with a grant from the Prince’s Trust has evolved into the thriving business we are today, offering world-class branded merchandise, print and clothing solutions. This recognition at such a prestigious event is not just a win for Wild Thang but a nod to the long-term vision and commitment that has been at the heart of everything we do. From our roots in Liverpool to our international growth into Dublin and New Jersey, we continue to uphold our values of quality, creativity and sustainability.

This year, winning the Sustainable Business of the Year award for the second year feels particularly special. Sustainability has been a major focus for us as a business and our efforts have only intensified over the past year. From the installation of solar panels at Wild Thang HQ to our ongoing Sustainability Pledge and our submitted application to B-Corp, we are taking concrete steps to reduce our environmental footprint. To have this recognised by both a public vote and an expert panel means the world to us.

Wild Thang Team Lifting The Trophy 

YKids Spin The Wheel Prize Draw

 It was amazing to see YKids attend as charity partners for the event! Ykids works to improve the lives and futures of children, young people and their families living in some of the UK’s most deprived areas, so it was great to see so many people donating to their amazing cause. They also brought out  their famous prize wheel to the event offering a range of fun and amazing raffle prizes to win.

Believe it or not it’s our 27^th year as a member of the Liverpool Chamber of Commerce, we would like to extend a huge thank you to Chamber CEO Paul Cherpeau and his entire Liverpool Chamber Of Commerce team for not only hosting such a spectacular awards event but also the business support that they have provided Wild Thang over many years and the incredibly important work they do to support the business community across our region. It would not be fair to go without mentioning all the sponsors, including Lexus Liverpool, MSP Global, Liverpool Hope University Business School, National Museums Liverpool, BV Utilities, Oriel Studios, Kimpton, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, MICT, Clear Futures, BT Local Business, University of Liverpool Management School and ACC Liverpool. Without these sponsors events like this would not be possible, you all made it a truly unforgettable evening celebrating business excellence.

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Liverpool Chamber CEO Paul Cherpeau

Lastly, we’d like to give a big congratulations to all the finalists and winners who were recognised on the night including: University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village, The Anfield Wrap, Lucky Ali – Lucky’s Café+, Trinity Logistics, Liverpool Empire Theatre, The City of Liverpool College, Leafyard, Everton in the Community, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Oriel Studios, Nugent and a special mention to Warwick Developments who took away the biggest accolade of the evening winning Business of the Year 30+ employees! We were in the best possible company and it was a real honour to be named alongside so many innovative and hardworking businesses, many of whom we are incredibly  proud to call both clients, partners & friends.

Winning these awards is not just about celebrating the past year’s achievements but about looking forward to what lies ahead. With momentum on our side, we are excited to continue pushing boundaries, innovating and leading the way in sustainability. We are more committed than ever to making a difference both locally across the Liverpool City Region, UK and internationally as we grow. 

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Wild Thang Team Having Photos With Our Award

To learn more about the Liverpool Chamber Innovation in Business Awards, its winners, finalists and sponsors, our very own sustainability pledge efforts, or how Wild Thang can help your business create a world class image using branded clothing, merchandise and print, click the links below and get in touch today!