Sep 20, 2012
Poole-based print factory and stationery supplier, Pukka Pads Business Forms, has reinforced its commitment to delivering the best service to its customers by appointing four new recruits, Ian Willis, Cheryl Custance, Shaun Nye, and Sam Shannon.
Ian joins the team as an experienced pressman with more than 25 years’ in-depth knowledge within the print industry. Leaving his position at Office Team Poole, Ian will be responsible for operating and maintaining the printing presses.
With a background in the print industry, originally working for a family print business for almost 25 years, Cheryl joins as finishing assistant and her new role will include operating the guillotine and finishing the print runs.
Formally working for FT Mail Solutions, Shaun joins Pukka Pads Business Forms with more than 18 years’ experience. In his new position as print room assistant operator, Shaun will be responsible for overseeing the operation of the print collator.
Sam, who previously worked at Inspired Forms, which Pukka Pads acquired some of the assets of back in November 2011, has joined the business as Print Finishing Assistant
Managing director and owner, Chris Stott, said: “We are pleased to welcome Ian, Cheryl, Shaun and Sam to Pukka Pads Business Forms. Their experience and knowledge of the printing industry make them the perfect candidates for these posts.”
Aug 7, 2012
Manufacturer and supplier of business stationery, Pukka Pads Business Forms, has secured two local contracts adding to its ever-growing list of clients.
The printing company will now supply Broadview Blinds in Poole and Parkstone-based Carewatch with its business stationery.
Since Pukka Pads Business Forms acquired some of the assets of Inspired Forms (formerly known as Rediset) back in November 2011, Chris Stott, the managing director and owner, has been encouraging Dorset-based businesses to support each other through locally sourcing their external services.
Commenting on the local contracts, Chris said: “It’s great to be working with two clients that are on our doorstep. The scope of our work varies from each job but the list continues to broaden as we assist them with their print requirements. To win local clients, who are equally broad ranging in terms of sector, is fantastic for us and represents a consistency in our growth so far in 2012.”
Pukka Pads Business Forms manufactures customised forms including; delivery notes, invoices and statements, they also supply bespoke branded products.
May 24, 2012
Pukka Pads Business Forms, the Poole-based manufacturer and supplier of business forms, has welcomed two new sales account managers. Dallas Stroud and Sara Taylor have expanded the printing firm’s sale force following the company’s recent growth in business.
Former sales account executive for the UK’s number one stock buying magazine, Dallas Stroud joins Pukka Pads Business Forms with more than seven years’ sales experience working across a range of product lines. In her new role, Dallas will be responsible for overseeing direct new business leads.
Sara Taylor, who previously worked as a sales accountant for Inspired Forms before Pukka’s takeover in November 2011 has returned to the factory. In her new position, Sara will be looking after some of the large accounts plus dealing with a few smaller accounts carried over from Inspired Forms.
Managing Director and Owner, Chris Stott, said: “We are pleased to welcome Dallas and Sara to Pukka Pads Business Forms. They join us at an exciting time as we work towards our first year in business. Their experience and knowledge of the print industry make them the perfect choice for these posts.”
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May 16, 2012
Poole-based Pukka Pads Business Forms has reported a record growth in business.
The manufacturer and supplier of business forms has more than doubled its trade in its first six months of operation.
In November 2011, the company took over Inspired Forms (formerly known as Rediset) and since then has welcomed back a number of customers who sourced their print requirements from Rediset.
Although the company’s name changed to Pukka Pads Business Forms, the original management structure remained with the factory and jobs kept in the town.
Managing Director and Owner, Chris Stott, said the factory is on course to triple its business in the next few months.
“Business Forms has been a good move for us and we’re delighted with the growth in business in such a short space of time.
“We wanted to enter the business forms market for a while and when the opportunity arose the decision was easy to make.
“We set out to ensure the business remains innovative and competitive and will continue to do so.”
Internationally-renowned Pukka Pads is best known for its range of notepads and paper products, sold by some of the UK’s biggest retailers including Sainsbury’s, WH Smith and Staples.
Its growth into the business forms market has extended the stationery giant’s product range to include all business stationery supplies from bespoke branded products including venue conference pads to customised forms including delivery notes, invoices and statements.
Mar 22, 2012
Poole-based Pukka Pads has purchased manufacturer and supplier of business forms Inspired Forms (formerly known as Rediset).
Pukka Pads, the internationally-renowned stationery company, has acquired the business and assets of the Poole printing firm as part of its bold statement in entering the business forms market.
Although the company’s name will be changed to Pukka Pads Business Forms, Inspired Forms’ management structure will remain the same with the factory and jobs kept in the town.
Pukka products are sold in 35 countries across the world. Originally, the range consisted of eight different pads. Today, there are few stationery avenues left to explore with around 400 products on the market from quality paper pads and office products to environmentally-friendly recycled pens.
In order to meet the growing requirements of its rapidly expanding client portfolio, Pukka Pads has extended its product range to include Pukka Pads Business Forms as a new addition to the Pukka Pads group of companies.
Commenting on the acquisition, Pukka Pads’ Managing Director Chris Stott said: “We wanted to enter the business forms market and when the opportunity arose to acquire Inspired Forms the decision was easy to make.
“It’s an established business with an experienced management team that will ensure the business remains innovative and competitive.”
This latest acquisition comes hot on the heels of Pukka’s takeover of Grimsby-based Cardinal brands, a leading supplier of high quality paper-based products to the retail, commercial and educational sectors.
