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We’re looking for an Apprentice!

Are you looking for an apprenticeship?

We’d love to hear from you!

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A fantastic opportunity has risen for an apprentice to join our team as a Junior Office Assistant!

Are you a School or College leaver with A Level Qualifications or equivalent?

Would you like to work within a small sales team based in Burnham-on-Crouch?

Are you interested in pursuing a career in Sales, Administration & Customer Service?

Does Social Media interest you?

Do you have strong English & IT skills?

Are you bubbly, reliable & self motivated?

If yes, Impamark would love to see your CV!

Having celebrated over 50 years as a family business, Impamark have supported several apprentices over the years, one of which is now a valued member of the team. In 2017, Holly joined us as a Business and Administration Apprentice. Since then, she has completed both her Level 2 & Level 3 and was awarded ACL’s ‘Apprentice of the Year’ in 2018 and ‘Highly Commended’ for the same category in 2019. It was at the same time, Impamark was awarded ‘Employer of the Year’. Since then, she has undertaken two industry qualifications (Trained in Promotional Merchandise and Certified in Promotional Merchandise).

             

With the support of Essex County Council’s Apprenticeship programme, the successful candidate will study for their Level 2 Customer Service or their Level 3 Business and Administration qualification (depending on experience with a start date between April – September). Alongside your studies, you’ll be assisting the sales team on a daily basis with general office duties such as:

  • Using company’s contact management system to keep client base, supplier base and products updated
  • Assisting with targetted client mail-outs (brochures/samples etc)
  • Sorting out incoming & outgoing post
  • Sending out catalogues, letters or samples
  • Answering the phone & sending emails when required
  • Heavy focus on social media
  • Speaking with new and existing clients
  • Attend customer table top exhibitions & trade shows with the sales team (if required)

Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to grow within the promotional merchandise industry with further training and qualifications!

As this is an apprenticeship vacancy, the minimum wage is currently £4.81 an hour. However, depending on experience and age, this is negotiable.

If you fit the above, please send your CV to opportunities@impamark.co.uk along with any questions you may have!

 

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A big thank you to everyone who has already donated. We really appreciate all of the support in helping us to raise as much money as possible!

AntiBug – Protect Your Merchandise

AntiBug – Protect Your Merchandise

Now, we are sure you are all aware of how quickly germs spread, especially in the current climate. With this in mind, our certified AntiBug  products are here to keep germs at bay.

AntiBug Mugs

THE FACTS…

What is AntiBug? Well, it is a unique treatment that is added to the top surface of any products in order to fight off germs as soon as they come into contact. Through vigorous trials and tests, it has been proven that this additive kills 99.9% of harmful bacteria within a 24 hour period! Sounds impressive, right?

AntiBug-Coaster

 

HOW IT WORKS…

Antimicrobials are added to the product during the manufacturing process. The silver ions are focused on the surface of the product as that is where contact will occur. These silver ions then clinically bind to the bacteria and damage their cells, therefore stopping them from growing and reproducing. Hoorah!

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OUR ANTIBUG PRODUCT RANGE…

  • Mousemats
  • Coasters
  • Drinking Mugs
  • Thermal Bottles
  • Wrist Rests
  • Drinking Glasses
  • Aluminium Sports Bottles
  • Thermal Flasks

Plus many more!

 

 

Returning to work? Expanding the gift shop range? Sending out corporate gifts? Think AntiBug… protect yourself and your merchandise!

Contact our friendly sales team for your AntiBug quotes today.

 

Locked Down but still working

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Impamark are still working!

Despite the National Lockdown we are still able to operate normally
Following the government announcement last night regarding the new National Lockdown, we wish to reassure you that in spite of our offices being closed, we are open for business and are fully operational with staff working from home.

Our phones are all diverted to our home offices and we are still able to process your enquiries and orders for both branded merchandise and PPE.

 PPE
Gloves Masks Shields If your workplace is still open we have access to all PPE so please just contact us for current prices and lead times.

  • Type IIR Face Masks
  • Aprons
  • Nitrile, Vinyl, and Latex Gloves
  • Sanitising Dispensers and Sanitiser
  • Face Shields and Goggles
  • Sterilisers and Thermometers
  • PPE Packs
Please also remember that Chinese New Year (CNY) is on 12th February 2021 so if you wish to place orders for lanyards, enamel badges, silicon wristbands etc for delivery pre CNY then we need your order by Monday 11th January.

Any orders placed after this date will not be delivered until some time in March.

 Chinese New Year 2021! Year of the Fox
These are challenging times for us all but we are here to help and support you.

Do please take care.

Nicky & the Team

Impamark Approved – Face Coverings

Impamark Approved – Face Coverings

Keys, wallet, phone… and face covering!

Who’d have ever imagined face coverings would be such an integral part of 2020? We sure didn’t!

To help you out, we decided to do a short summary of 5 face coverings that have proved popular with our clients. Oh, and if you would like to see them in action (we even purchased a model head!), check out our video which will be linked at the end of this post.

Mask 1)

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Made from 95% polyester and 5% elastane, these face coverings are single layer with integrated ear loops. They can be branded with just a single colour print but they can also take a full colour print.

They are all individually packaged  and available in white, blue, red, green and pink.

Mask 2)

Mask 2 Mask 2 - side
Made from 95% polyester, these face coverings are a 3 layer pleated covering with elasticated ear loops. 2 layer cotton and 1 layer non woven material, they can be branded up to 3 spot colours or can be embroidered with your logo.

Including the black mask pictured, these come in a choice of 20 different colours.

Mask 3)

 Mask 3 - side
Available in a choice of 2 or 3 layers, this face covering offer a more fitted style. Top layer polyester and bottom layer(s) cotton, they all come with a choice of ear loops – fabric or elastic.All of these coverings can be matched to any pantone reference which ensures consistency with your brand guidelines.

Mask 4)

 Mask 4 - side
Another 3 layer face covering made from 100% recycled cotton. They use silver ion antibacterial technology to remove odour and keep mask feeling fresh.They all come with adjustable ear loops and are available in 9 standard colours. However, if you are after a different colour, we can see what we can do!

Mask 5)

Mask 5.1
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With a choice of 1 or 2 layers, these face coverings come in 2 different styles. A more fitted shape (left) and a general covering style (right). Both come with elasticated ear loops and can take a full colour print as standard.

In addition, they can be printed to both sides so different designs can be achieved on alternative sides!

 

Check out our Youtube Video of them in action – click on the image!

 

Meet The Team

The Impamark Team

Get to know us!

Have you dealt with Impamark before or are you a complete newbie to us? Whichever the answer, do not fear! We thought we would do a quick introduction to each of the team so you can put a face to a name. After all, it’s hard to imagine what someone looks like just from one phonecall, right?

Nicky – Managing Director

Nicky-MDNicky has been the Managing Director of Impamark for over 30 years and is based over in our Spanish office. She took over the business after her parents retired back in 2006. With her years of experience in the promotional merchandise industry, she is always on hand to offer expert advice to both customers and the rest of the team.

Nicky’s favourite promo item is anything Bamboo related. Bamboo has fast growing properties and due to its longevity, can be regenerated to create products that do not place a strain on the environment.

Outside of work, Nicky enjoys being in the water. From swimming to snorkelling, she’ll never be far from the sea or her pool! She also enjoys travelling and exploring new places, not to forget a spot of wine tasting along the way!

John – IT & Technical Support Manager

John

John is our IT and Technical Support Manager and has been working for Impamark for 17 years. He, like Nicky, is based over in our Spanish office. Thankfully for us in the UK office, it does not stop him from overseeing and sorting our IT issues remotely!

John has a few favourite promotional items. One that has to be mentioned is any type of Mug as he is the biggest coffee lover you’ll find! As well as drinkware, he is an avid Tech fan and loves any gadgets he can get his hands on.

When not working, John enjoys sailing, open source coding, and anything to do with computers. Oh, and loves a glass of wine!

Denise – Sales Account Executive

Denise

Denise is one of our knowledgable and enthusiastic Sales Account Executives. She is the final member of the team to be based in the Spanish Office and has been working for the company for just over 3 years. She is primarily in charge of our army and regimental clients.

Her favourite promotional item is a Thermal Cup. They are just so handy! Running late to work and no time finish your morning tea? Drink it on your journey. Heading out for a long walk on a Sunday afternoon? Fill it with some water and you are good to go!

Outside of work, Denise enjoys taking local trips and exploring new places. She also has 4 dogs (yes, 4 dogs!)  to keep her busy so you’ll find her in the countryside walking with them or her friends.

Cathy – Sales & Finance Manager

Cathy

Cathy is our Sales and Finance Manager. She is based in the UK office and has been a part of the team for 4 years. She is in charge of all things finance so if you have an accounts query or question, Cathy will be there to help! As well as this, she also manages some of her own key accounts.

Her favourite promotional item is an Umbrella. She loves how versatile they can be! From the choice of handles, colours and funky features, there is something for everyone and all budgets.

When Cathy is away from her desk, she is heavily involved in a local Amateur Dramatics group which she is infact Chairman of. Come the evening, she enjoys being in her hot tub with her favourite glass of wine. Lucky for some!

Ian – UK Sales Account Executive

Ian

Ian is another one of our helpful Sales Executives. He is also based in our UK Office in Essex and has been working for Impamark for just over 3 years. If he is not at his desk, he will be out on the road seeing new and existing clients to help their brand stand out! He also represents the company at networking events and exhibitions.

His favourite promotional item is anything tech or gadgets. From Wireless Powerbanks to LED Charging Cables, there is always something new and innovative coming out!

When Ian is not working, he enjoys spending time with his family and going on holidays. He has a 4 year old daughter who keeps him on his toes so as you can imagine, there is never a boring moment!

Holly – Digital Marketing & Sales Support Executive

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The final member of the team is Holly and she’s our Digital Marketing and Sales Support Executive. Based in our UK office, she’s been working for Impamark for 3 years. Her role is to ensure the company has an excellent online presence as well as helping with day to day support and admin jobs within the company.

Her favourite promotional item is a reusable bottle. There’s never a day where she won’t have one on her desk! Not only does using her reusable bottle keep her hydrated but it also helps to reduce her plastic consumption.

When she is not working, she enjoys going to concerts and music festivals with her friends. She also loves going on mini city breaks and exploring new places (with her reusable water bottle, obviously!)

 

COVID 19 Update 23rd March

Covid-19 – we are always here to help you

20th March 2020

The UK Chief Medical Officers have recently raised the risk to the public from moderate to high

It has left many wondering how to keep up contact with their customers and prevent their sales pipeline from becoming as empty as the toilet roll shelves

We are sure that many of you are struggling with the current crisis and we wanted you to know that we will do all we can to help

There are clearly no short term fixes and we are all going to have to get used to new working practices

What are Impamark doing about it?

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Our staff have always had the ability to work remotely. With two offices in two different countries we have always been well prepared for this type of eventuality

Social distancing is forcing people to look at how they can now market their products and services in new and novel ways. In difficult economic times it is particularly important to keep your name in the forefront of peoples’ minds

Online chat

We have used an internal chat system for a long time and you can reach us directly for a chat via the Livechat on our website

Please look at the bottom right hand corner of our website for the Rocket.Chat Livechat icon:

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Or go directly to https://chat.impamark.co.uk/livechat

Video meetings

We recognise that visits to clients are now impractical and we are looking at using more videoconferencing for ‘face to face’ meetings

You can request a video conference via the livechat if you want to talk to us face to face!

Direct access to view orders

You can also login and check your Order Status, Invoices and other information in our Contact management system. Please ask for details

Our main phone number is still 01621 782550 but we also have a secondary number which is completely VOIP and goes to everyone: 01621 834980

New products and ideas

Challenging and changing times call for innovative ideas

Although some clients will tragically have major issues, we know that that a large section of the economy needs to keep working, and will do so

For instance schools may have their sites closed, but they still need to be able to communicate with their students. Councils and other public services still need to communicate with the public, particularly with the elderly who may have no internet connection

We are working hard with our suppliers to think of new products, ideas, and methods for the changing times and will be providing information in due course

Keep safe and well

Nicky Crisp

Managing Director
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