Anthony Joyce, Wolf Components director and co-founder, has become Manufacturing Guild Mark chairman.
The Mark has recognised Britain’s top furnishing manufacturers since its introduction in 1993, and is awarded to companies which demonstrate consistently high standards across all aspects of their business, including manufacturing, design, product quality, marketing, financial management, commitment to training, employment practices, and sustainability. Holders of the Manufacturing Guild Mark include Bensons for Beds, Dreams, HSL, Howdens, Hypnos and Wren Kitchens.
‘It’s an honour to be appointed chairman of the Manufacturing Guild Mark. British manufacturing has so much to be proud of, and the Guild Mark plays a vital role in recognising the businesses that consistently invest in quality, people, and long-term sustainability. At Wolf Components, we’ve always believed in manufacturing in the UK and continually raising standards, so I’m proud to support an award that celebrates excellence across the entire furnishing industry,’ says Joyce.
Wolf Components is a family-owned business based in South Yorkshire and a leading supplier of pocket springs to the UK bed industry. Founded in 2017 by Joyce alongside Stephen Baul and Rob Shuttleworth, the company employs around 70 people across two manufacturing sites in Rotherham. Prior to co-founding Wolf Components, Joyce held senior leadership roles at global bed industry businesses Steinhoff and Leggett & Platt.
‘Anthony brings a wealth of manufacturing knowledge, leadership experience, and a genuine passion for UK production to the role of chairman. His journey with Wolf Components exemplifies the innovation, investment, and commitment to people that the Manufacturing Guild Mark exists to recognise. We are delighted to welcome him into this role and look forward to working closely with him to champion excellence across British manufacturing,’ says Jonny Westbrooke, The Furniture Makers’ Company ceo.
