2025 Centenary Celebration and Patrons’ Dinner
Join us for an unforgettable centenary celebration and patrons’ dinner. We are thrilled to invite you to a glittering evening as we celebrate our centenary year and patrons of the Charity at the prestigious King’s College, Cambridge on 26 March 2025. This event marks a significant milestone in our history, and we are thrilled to share it with our patrons, supporters and friends in the industry. With…
International Charity Day 5 September
September is a special month for giving back! With International Charity Day on the 5th, we’re inviting everyone to join us in supporting a great cause. Whether it’s a bake sale, a sponsored walk, or any creative fundraising idea, every contribution makes a difference. A huge thank you to BOSS Midlands for kicking it off with the first event! Let’s all get involved and make this September…
BOSS Business Supplies Charity Welcomes Eileen Ward as New Treasurer
The BOSS Business Supplies Charity is delighted to announce the appointment of Eileen Ward as the new Treasurer, effective August 1, 2024. Eileen, who is the Commercial Director at Stewart Superior Europe Ltd, brings a wealth of industry experience to the role. Eileen takes over from Debbie Nice, who has served as Treasurer for many years with dedication. While Debbie will be stepping down from her official…
BOSS Business Supplies Charity Annual Charity Day 2024
On Wednesday, June 19, the BOSS Business Supplies Charity hosted its annual Charity Day at the stunning Carden Park Resort. The event was a resounding success, raising £13,000 to provide financial assistance to those in need within our industry. The day saw more than 135 attendees enjoying the sunshine, culminating in a delightful buffet dinner, along with the charity’s renowned auction, raffle, and golf prize ceremony. The…
New trustee for BOSS Charity
James Webb has joined the BOSS Business Supplies Charity (BBSC) as a trustee. James has been within the industry for close to 30 years having joined Fellowes in 1997. He has held a number of UK and international roles and is currently Vice President Central Europe and European Marketing. In welcoming James to the board of trustees, the Chair of the charity, Kelly Hilleard, said: “James will…
All change at BOSS Charity
Martin Wilde is to step down as Chair of the BOSS Business Supplies Charity (BBSC) at the end of March. Martin, who has been a BOSS Charity trustee since 2015, has chaired the Charity through a fundamental transformation, including a new constitution and web site, and the introduction of the hugely successful Patronage Scheme and annual Patrons’ Dinners. Thanks to this, the Charity has seen exceptional…
Building Financial Resilience
Since our quarterly newsletter was launched in 2023, we have looked at a range of money-saving tips, from being thrifty and growing your own food to planning free activities for your children during school holidays. At last, spring is on its way and, with longer and warmer days, we’ll be able to save money on electricity as lighting and heating costs will come down. So, now it’s…
Elizabeth’s Story
According to NHS England, five million people accessed mental health support in 2022/23: that’s an increase of more than a million in the last five years. This number isn’t helped by pressures such as the lasting effects of the pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis, so when Elizabeth’s (not her real name) mental health was deteriorating, prices were rising and she was getting further into debt, she knew…
2024 BOSS Charity Day Event & Booking Details
BOSS Business Supplies Charity Day Wednesday 19th June Carden Park Resort in Cheshire The BOSS Charity Day is all about having fun, networking with your colleagues across the industry, and raising much-needed funds so that the BOSS Charity can continue to help industry colleagues in need. NB: for satnav navigation to Carden Park, please use the postcode SY14 7HZ. ACTIVITIES Golf Spa Outdoor Activities DINNER STAY OVER…
BOSS Charity Announces Spectacular Location For 2025 Centenary Celebration & Patrons’ Dinner
The BOSS Business Supplies Charity has announced that its Centenary Celebration & Patron’s Dinner will be held at King’s College, Cambridge on 26th March 2025. Martin Wilde, Chair of the Charity, commented: “We want to have a special celebration for something as special as our centenary, and the spectacular dining hall at King’s College Cambridge certainly fits the bill. Founded in 1441 by King Henry VI,…