2024 is a momentous year for Impamark as they proudly celebrate their 55th Anniversary! This family-run business, founded in 1969, has come a long way from its humble beginnings in North West London. In 1975, Impamark relocated its operations to Burnham on Crouch, Essex. Led by founders David and Anne Thurgood, Impamark has been a trusted provider of promotional products for over five decades.
In 1988, the next generation stepped in as their daughter Nicky Crisp joined the company, later followed by her husband John in 2001. Together, they have brought their expertise and passion to the business. In 2006, Nicky assumed the role of Managing Director upon her parents’ retirement and in 2007, Impamark expanded its horizons by establishing a second office in Valencia, Spain, where Nicky and John are currently based alongside Client Account Executive, Denise. The UK office team is made up of Client Account Executive Ian, Digital Marketing and Office Administrator, Flora, Business Development Executive Toni and Sales Administrator Sarah.
Impamark has had the privilege of working on remarkable projects throughout its history. From supplying commemorative souvenirs for the Royal Wedding in 1981 to sponsoring the Rugby World Cup in 1991, the company has left its mark on significant occasions. They have also created Jubilee Coins to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012, her 90th Birthday Celebrations in 2016, and the Platinum Jubilee in 2022. Last year, Impamark played a pivotal role in producing celebratory merchandise for the King’s Coronation, including mugs, pens, coins, and badges. With over four decades of experience supplying the MoD and Armed Forces, Impamark holds an official license to produce their branded items and continues to adapt to changes, now featuring the King’s crown.
Beyond their business endeavours, Impamark is committed to supporting local and national charities, including WWF and The Woodland Trust. They also actively participate in community events such as the Burnham Carnival and have been long-standing Silver Corporate members of Essex Wildlife Trust. In November 2023, Impamark demonstrated their dedication to sustainability by embracing the Stepforward Pledge initiated by the BPMA.
To celebrate their momentous 55th anniversary, Impamark is launching an exciting promotion called ‘5 every 55’! This unique campaign aims to give back to their loyal customers and every 55 days, Impamark will select 5 lucky customers who will receive 5 green and sustainable products as a token of appreciation for their continued support. It’s their way of saying thank you for being a part of their incredible journey!
But that’s not all! As part of their anniversary celebrations, Impamark has organised a thrilling trip for their top suppliers in beautiful Valencia, Spain. This trip promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees. Impamark understands the importance of building strong connections with their suppliers, and the Spanish supplier trip is a testament to their commitment to fostering those relationships.
Nicky says “ Our continued success is down to the dedication of the Impamark team and our partnership with our supply chain who are extremely supportive. We wish to celebrate this milestone and thank those that have worked alongside us during our journey.
Nicky believes that the reason for the company’s success is down to their great teamwork, extremely high level of customer care, and attention to detail. She said “We have a great team, both in UK and Spain, with a wealth of industry knowledge and experience. I would like to thank our fantastic supplier base and loyal clients, many of whom we have worked with consistently for over 30 years, and look forward to working together for many years to come!”
Published on: May 8th, 2024
