Ladder Specialist Company TB Davies (Cardiff) Ltd Recognised as Highly Commended at the inaugural Cardiff Business Awards 2015.
Experienced ladder firm TB Davies in Cardiff is celebrating after receiving a Highly Commended SME of the Year award in the Cardiff Business Awards 2015. The firm is a leading, experienced ladder supplier for over seventy years. The judges – led by Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE – were impressed with the TB Davies portfolio of innovation and growth guaranteeing them a place in the final shortlist alongside other successful brands.
The first ever Cardiff Business Awards ceremony was hosted at Cardiff City Hall this September – the aim is to recognise and reward entrepreneurial businesses who have contributed to the thriving local economy. TB Davies reached the final stages of the SME of the Year category, sponsored by Cardiff and Vale College. This category celebrates the accomplishments of SMEs with a turnover of less than £25m that demonstrated significant growth or expansion, innovation in products, services or processes, exceptional customer engagement, effective leadership and management and strong financial results.
The Managing Director of TB Davies (Cardiff) David Gray was presented the Highly Commended SME accolade at a glittering ceremony at the City Hall. “We were up against some tough competition! With so many entries, we are excited to receive this prestigious award and extremely pleased that our hard work has been recognised by the distinguished judging panel” said David. The event boasted the presence of top business leaders and major sponsors including NatWest PLC, Brains and Cardiff University, the Welsh Government and hosted by famous Welsh journalist and BBC Wales Today presenter Jamie Owen.
David Gray is delighted at being presented the SME commendation and was eager to mention the part his staff has played in the success of TB Davies. David is now the fourth generation of his family to manage this thriving brand which is growing stronger every year. David added, “After investing in a new facility just outside the city centre last month and winning this award – we are in the perfect position to expand our continuous growth across the country. A special thank you must go to all of our loyal team at TB Davies Cardiff who maintain their focus on giving our customers the highest quality products and services.”
The company – established just after the Second World War – celebrates its Seventieth birthday this November. TB Davies has built a solid reputation within the ladder industry and beyond based on exceptional customer service and keeping professionals safe when working at height. The current TB Davies product range covers ladders and steps through to podiums, scaffold towers and training; the brand continues to lead within the industry by offering an extensive range of products and services that are delivered next day through a national network of distributors.
About TB Davies (Cardiff) Ltd
TB Davies (Cardiff) Ltd is a leading pioneer in the specialist supply of ladders and ladder supplies nationwide. The company was established in 1945 as an independent, family run business and has been serving customers with the highest quality products for seventy years. TB Davies is based in Cardiff, Wales and they distribute ladders to business, site and consumers across the UK.
TB Davies (Cardiff) Ltd adheres to all international and European standards and directives for design and safety. The company is an active member of PASMA and the Ladder Association and is now Highly Commended as SME of the Year in the Cardiff Business Awards 2015.
TB Davies Cardiff Ltd
Lewis Road
Cardiff
CF24 5EB
t: 029 2132 0000
W: www.tbdavies.co.uk
e: [email protected]
Image credit: Peter Morgan
