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February 28, 2025
Made In Stoke Team

Introducing Dwain McDonald

Hey Everyone,

We’re excited to announce that born and bred Stokey Dwain McDonald has joined us as the new executive lead for Made in Stoke. With his deep connection to Stoke and wealth of experience from his long career in logistics and parcels with DPD, Dwain is set to bring a new level of expertise to our project. He’s excited to share his knowledge and help us grow. Dwain says, 

After one short meeting with Nicky (Twemlow), I knew I had to join her team and help with some of the amazing ideas Made in Stoke has been cultivating. I wanted to start by expressing our vision in one document, and I think we have a clear and concise vision. 

What we are about now is making a difference, and we will update everyone regularly on the impact. I would love to hear from anyone who wants to join the gang and make a difference."
Reach out to Dwain at dwain@madeinstoke.com

Our New vision

We’re embarking on an exciting new journey with a renewed vision for Made in Stoke. Our goal is to foster a vibrant, thriving Stoke-on-Trent where everyone feels connected to the city and is inspired to contribute. We aim to build a strong, engaged network dedicated to the well-being and development of our community

Download the Vision Statement

Engaged core partners

We are proud to have strong support from our core partners, including Port Vale FC, Stoke City FC, Staffordshire University, local philanthropists, YMCA, Staffs Community Foundation, and Stoke-on-Trent City Council. These partnerships are integral to our mission and help us drive forward our initiatives with a united effort.

Thank you, James Routledge

A big thank you to James Routledge for his outstanding leadership over the past 12 months. James is now focusing on his role at Staffordshire University and his work at the Know, but he will remain an ambassador for Made in Stoke. His dedication has been invaluable, and we’re grateful for his continued support.

T-shirt Campaign

Don’t forget about our T-shirt campaign! We’re eager to see where in the world our Made in Stoke T-shirts will travel. Our shop will be up and running next month, offering international shipping. 

Share your photos with the hashtag #iammadeinstoke to show your pride and connect with our global community. Message us directly or reach out on our social media to get yours.

Upcoming Projects

We’re embarking on an exciting new journey with a renewed vision for Made in Stoke. Our goal is to foster a vibrant, thriving Stoke-on-Trent where everyone feels connected to the city and is inspired to contribute. We aim to build a strong, engaged network dedicated to the well-being and development of our community. Read the full vision statement.

Get involved

Please help us spread the word and share the message of Made in Stoke, whether in the city or around the world. If you want to volunteer or invest financially in our opportunities, or need us to connect you or your company, please get in touch with us at hello@madeinstoke.com 

Your support is crucial in helping us achieve our vision.

Big love,

The Made in Stoke team ❤️

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