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The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, more commonly known as the Goldsmiths' Company, is one of the Twelve Great Livery Companies of the City of London and received its first royal charter in 1327. The Company continues to play an important role in support of the craft and industry, funding apprenticeships and assisting with the technical training of aspiring craftsmen. It has also made a £17.5 million investment by creating The Goldsmiths’ Centre, a unique community in the heart of Clerkenwell, providing training and workspace to goldsmiths, silversmiths and allied crafts. This is the Goldsmiths' Company's largest ever direct investment in the craft and industry with a particular focus on the trade, education and industry development. It also promotes excellence in the design and craftsmanship of silverware, jewellery and art medals, through advising on and arranging commissions, competitions and exhibitions. A selling exhibition, Goldsmiths' Fair, is held each year in the first week of October, where members of the public can purchase the work of over eighty contemporary designers and craftsmen. The Company has long supported a wide range of charitable areas and pursues a number of educational projects with schools and teachers. www.thegoldsmiths.co.uk www.assayofficelondon.co.uk www.goldsmithsfair.co.uk www.goldsmiths-centre.org

Steeped in history with unrivalled expertise in the techniques of hand embroidery, the Royal School of Needlework has taken this captivating, traditional art and made it relevant today. Students can choose to study Short Courses, a Certificate & Diploma, BA (Hons) Degree or gain a Teaching Qualification as well as attend Exhibitions and Talk & Tours. With over 160 short courses taught across different venues around the world, the Royal School of Needlework has something for everyone. Courses range from stunning Gold and Crewelwork to Blackwork and Silk Shading. Tuition is delivered in small, friendly classes with expert RSN Tutors bringing a wealth of experience, technical knowledge and enthusiasm to each student. The RSN is based at the magnificent Hampton Court Palace in south west London. In addition, the school teaches across the UK in Bristol, Rugby, Durham and Glasgow, and internationally in North America, Japan and Australia. The Royal School of Needlework also offers Embroidery Services at its Studio in Hampton Court Palace creating beautiful bespoke commissions for the future as well as restoring historical textiles and bringing heirlooms back to life. Projects come from all over the world, including for fashion designers, Oscar nominees, cathedrals, private individuals and the Royal Family. The RSN’s close links with royalty started when it was founded in 1872, and still continue today with Her Majesty The Queen as Patron. As a charity, we rely on the support of many people and organisations, including our Friends and Special Supporters, city livery companies, charitable trusts and others. We receive no government funding

The Marketors is a not for profit membership body, open to marketing leaders who are keen to use their marketing skills, contacts and resources to support charitable causes and the development of marketing. It complements other marketing bodies and our members often also belong to other leading Marketing groups. The Marketors Charitable activities are supported through funds donated to the Marketors Trust and through members giving their time to mentoring programmes and well as outreach activities, typically providing pro-bono marketing advice to charities The Marketors also work with marketing academics and award granting bodies to further marketing education and knowledge to enable a diverse range of talent to enter and progress within a marketing career. Given the clear sense of purpose to our work, a strong community between members has developed and as a modern City of London Livery Company, the Marketors have a lively range of social events, ranging from informal socials, to subject based meetings and including Great Events at landmark locations such as the Mansion House. To apply to join, please visit our website at Marketors.org