Entries are now open for LaunchPad, the competition to find and support new stationery suppliers looking to break into the industry. The annual trade show attracts some of the industry's biggest retailers, brands and influential buyers across stationery. LaunchPad's winners have a chance to showcase their products at London Stationery Show. Entrants are invited to put their idea and a product sample forward to be in with a chance of winning a free exhibition stand at the 2020 show, which takes place on 21st and 22nd April at London's Business Design Centre.
The competition will be judged by leading names and retailers, who will looking for products that will grab the interest of the industry and stationery loving consumers.The 2020 event will be the 10th London Stationery Show and LaunchPad winners will receive a free display space and listings on the show's website and in the official guide.
The 2019 prize went to Bristol-based stationery company VENT for Change, with other notable successes including Clipmatic, Paper Mirchi, Back Pocket Notebook, Peace & Blessings and Treewise Pencils.The closing date for entries is 27th January 2020. Find out how to enter at www.stationeryshowlondon.co.uk/launchpad