The UK’s premier international sourcing show, Source Home & Gift 2025 , will take place at NEC Birmingham from Sunday, February 2nd, to Wednesday, February 5th. The show, which is held in conjunction with Spring Fair, brings together top worldwide manufacturers from strategic sourcing countries with top retailers, brands, contractors, and interior designers who are looking to expand their private label business or find new, ethical suppliers.
Source Home & Gift will present premium manufacturers and artisan producers to the UK market in partnership with governments and organizations throughout the world. This year’s event connects the whole supply chain to consumers, encompassing home goods, gifts, furniture, textiles, toys, stationery, greetings, technology, and a balance of scale and quality across important product categories. It promises a wide-ranging and thorough sourcing experience with more than 160 exhibitors from more than 12 countries.
The new Ask The Experts feature, which will debut at the February 2025 exhibition, gives attendees one-on-one access to top industry experts. For entirely free, visitors can schedule 20-minute sessions for individualized guidance and insights. Sustainable storytelling, sourcing tactics, private label creation, social media tactics, legislative updates, and other important subjects will be covered in expert-led seminars.
Sara Allbright, Co-Founder and Director of Retail 100, will be available to discuss buying, merchandising, sourcing and regional differences, brand development, sustainable storytelling and building your brand narrative, supply chain resilience, and retail insights such as future trends, consumer behavior, and in-store experiences from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 2.
Meet with Amy Hobson, Social B’s Digital Marketing and Social Media Trainer, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM to talk about retail business development, digital marketing and customer conversion, franchising, and using social media platforms to interact with your audience.
Hayley Shore, Senior Design Manager at PepsiCo, will discuss her experience developing sourcing strategies, designing sustainable products, and handling packaging and project design on Monday, February 3rd, from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
The founder of Handmade in Tanzania, Helen Espey, is also accessible from 11:00 AM to 12.30 PM. Ask Helen about ethical considerations in the Tanzanian supply chain, sourcing in new and emerging markets, integrating sustainability into your operations, and collaborating with locals to promote ethical manufacturing practices.
Andrew Goodacre, the CEO of the British Independent Retailers’ Association, will give insightful talks from 12:30 to 2:00 PM on how to maximize brand growth through innovation, align vision with strategy to drive transformation, work with other retailers for success, and navigate the current retail landscape.
Ami Rabheru, a retail strategist from Retail Huddle, will start Tuesday’s seminars at 11:00 AM. Topics will include: creating lucrative product strategies, driving sales and sustainable growth, pitching to retailers and wholesale, the power of pop-ups for pure play online shops, and seasonal buying tactics.
Meet with Mike Coates, the Competition and Markets Authority’s (CMA) assistant director, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. Future laws, regulatory changes, greenwashing tips, how to use proper language to avoid deceptive statements, and sustainability lessons from the fashion sector will all be covered.
Additionally, visitors can schedule Ask The Expert sessions with Anna Berry from Retail 100 and Kat Graham, Managing Director of IT Strategic Consultancy Scout & Swan, who will be available on Wednesday.
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The Source team has established a global network to locate new producers and marketplaces in order to guarantee that the program will continue to satisfy the changing demands of its viewers. In addition to a significant representation from India, the February 2025 edition of the event will have pavilions from China, Taiwan, Peru, Nepal, Pakistan, Hong Kong, and the United Kingdom, as well as interesting new markets. Many of these exhibitors are committed to helping and empowering their local communities while maintaining traditional crafts and customs.
The new Egyptian Pavilion highlights the advantages of doing business with Egyptian manufacturers and provides UK and European buyers with a special chance to source ethically. Egyptian manufacturers offer a more affordable sourcing option because of their competitive operating expenses without sacrificing quality, shorter lead times, and quicker shipping to Europe.
As a result of better ethical procedures, many Egyptian manufacturers now follow international labor and sustainability standards, such as BSCI, WRAP, and OEKO-TEX certifications. Additionally, Egyptian-sourced goods are now more reasonably priced and competitive internationally because to favorable trade accords and lower tariffs from agreements like the EU-Egypt Association Agreement, COMESA (Africa), and regional pacts with the Middle East.
In collaboration with the Handloom Export Promotion Council, the Indian Pavilion will showcase the country’s thriving textile sector. The handloom industry is the second-largest employment sector in India and is essential to the nation’s economy. The finest of Indian workmanship will be displayed to visitors through beautiful craftsmanship and an extensive selection of soft furnishings and textiles.
Explore a cutting-edge selection of bamboo pottery and environmentally friendly packaging from Taiwan. Bamboo-O, a proprietary, 100% home-compostable material, is used to create the elegant, long-lasting dinnerware in the Bamboo Ceramics collection. The collection is customizable with different logos, artwork, and colors. Aromacup is also a reusable coffee cup that is 100% home biodegradable, making it ideal for the environmentally concerned coffee drinker who is often on the go.
Sumaq Qara, who recently returned from Peru, is committed to helping women who have been harmed by domestic abuse and terrorism. Using natural fibers like cotton, merino wool, sheep wool, and alpaca, they provide a wide range of knit, embroidered, crochet, and macramé items.
China continues to be attractive because to its vast labor pool, advanced industries, and smooth supply chains, demonstrating its dedication to establishing and achieving green sustainability targets. Additionally, many of smaller manufacturers and suppliers eager to access global markets call it home.
Using natural materials like wood, porcelain, glass, marble, and aluminum, Mozzin has developed years of experience in making aroma diffusers. Mozzin makes things using the most basic components and concepts, taking inspiration from the unadulterated essence of commonplace items. They have created a huge selection of scent diffusers with an emphasis on sustainability and creativity, all while attempting to balance price, usefulness, and a unique aesthetic vision.
Paper tableware and party supplies, such as personalized paper napkins, cups, plates, bags, gift boxes, popcorn boxes, table covers & runners, gift wrap, and much more, are made by Sedex-audited Dong Hui Paper Products Co.
Suzanne Ellingham, Event Director of Source Home & Gift says, “Each season, we work tirelessly to bring the best manufacturers, artisan designers, and technology providers from across the globe to Source Home & Gift. It’s both a great responsibility and a privilege to connect UK buyers with so many talented artisans worldwide. We’re excited to showcase incredible products and inspiring stories at this show. Source Home & Gift is truly a show created by the industry for the industry and this season’s show marks a significant shift in how retailers and brands source products. It is crucial to address the commitment to reducing environmental impact from the very beginning of a product’s journey. We aim to drive change, providing an opportunity for buyers to discover and be inspired by sustainable options.
“I’m also excited by the debut Ask the Experts feature which offers our visitors an invaluable opportunity to ask the questions that matter most to their business and gain actionable guidance and personalised advice to set their brands apart.”
