This is part of the Fast Growth 50 index for 2023, which identifies the fifty fastest-growing companies across six nations and regions, including the Midlands and East of England. This achievement underlines Rock Fall's significant impact on the Midlands and East of England's economy and its capacity for growth and innovation.
About the Fast Growth 50
The Fast Growth 50 is an annual index that identifies the top 50 fastest-growing companies in six nations and regions, including the Midlands and East of England. This year's index for the Midlands and East of England has highlighted businesses from multiple sectors that together generated a turnover of £3.2 billion, at an average growth rate of 202 percent, with the creation of over 5,267 jobs last year.
Role in the Midlands and East of England's Business Scene
Being part of the Fast Growth 50, Rock Fall UK has shown strong performance and made a positive contribution to the Midlands and East of England’s business community.
Professor Dylan Jones-Evans OBE, Founder Fast Growth 50 said: "The UK Fast Growth 50 Index demonstrates that a small number of fast growth firms Rock Fall UK make a substantial contribution to the UK’s economic landscape, providing real examples of how innovation, enterprise and sheer hard work can make a real difference in all sectors from construction to financial services to technology.
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"Their incredible growth during difficult times shows that through generating wealth and jobs in their local communities, entrepreneurship is the cornerstone of regional and national prosperity. Most important of all, their success stories demonstrate the impact of ambition and adaptability, providing a blueprint for sustainable growth that will hopefully inspire others to follow a similar journey."
This year's Fast Growth 50 Midlands and East of England list is in partnership with UBS, the world’s leading and truly global wealth manager.
Mark Goddard, Head of UK Regions at UBS Global Wealth Management said: "Business owners and entrepreneurs are the engine of our economy, and UBS has a long history advising and connecting them on each stage of their wealth journey, helping them to unlock their potential. Led by entrepreneurial spirit and often solving some of the UK’s biggest issues, the level of talent and innovation uncovered through this year’s list shows that more needs to be done to support small businesses to strengthen local economies and give back to the local community. As the lead sponsor of this year’s Fast Growth 50, UBS is looking forward to following and supporting these businesses as they go from strength to strength."
Quote from Company Director
"This is a fantastic achievement for the business and the team who work tirelessly behind the scenes," said Richard Noon, Company Director at Rock Fall UK. "Being part of this index is not just an honour but a testament to our team's hard work and dedication. It's an amazing recognition as we continue to contribute to the Midlands and East of England's vibrant business landscape."
Contribution to Growth and Job Creation
During 2020 to 2022, Rock Fall UK was instrumental in the Fast Growth 50’s collective turnover increase of £2.1 billion, also creating ten new jobs. This highlights the company's role in the Midlands and East of England’s economic growth, particularly post-COVID-19.
Diverse Range of Businesses
The Fast Growth 50 features companies from various sectors, adding to the diversity of the Midlands and East of England’s economy. Rock Fall UK, with its focus in the Safety Footwear industry, is part of this varied business landscape.
What's Next for Rock Fall UK
Looking forward, we have plans in place to bring the manufacturing process of our safety footwear back to the UK on a large scale. We are committed to investment in digital technologies, currently we are looking at a £2m robotic manufacturing process that will improve productivity.
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