Matt Dobson
Marketing Manager | GWP Group
Matt has worked in the packaging industry for approximately 10 years, having joined GWP Group as Marketing Executive in 2012. This followed similar roles at Triumph International and a number of local companies in Swindon and the surrounding area.
Now Marketing Manager, Matt works across all divisions of the GWP Group, giving him a unique insight into the types of markets, industries and applications where GWP can help.
Besides the Marketing at GWP Group, Matt is also heavily involved in PR and media relations, picking up GWP’s sponsorships, advertising, community projects and even getting to appear on BBC 2 coverage of the Chancellors budget!
Outside of work, Matt enjoys watching football, DIY, and spending time with his young family.
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Bank of England Deputy Governor visits GWP Packaging
The Bank of England’s Deputy Governor and Monetary Policy Committee member, Dr Ben Broadbent, has visited GWP’s Cricklade site. The visit included a tour of the company’s…
11th April, 2024 -
Smart packaging – a complete guide for businesses
If you are an eCommerce or retail business looking to make your packaging stand out, you should seriously consider using smart packaging. Smart packaging is a box or…
10th April, 2024 -
77 surprising Easter packaging facts, figures and info
It’s that time of year again when people’s thoughts turn to chocolate eggs – and inevitably the argument about excessive Easter packaging. This guide aims to…
26th March, 2024 -
GWP teams up with second local charity to spread Christmas cheer
GWP has again helped to spread Christmas cheer this year by donating hundreds of boxes to a local group. The Cirencester Round Table approached GWP for help distributing…
29th December, 2023 -
GWP once again supports loneliness charity with its Christmas initiative
GWP has supported Bristol-based loneliness charity, The Marmalade Trust, with its “Christmas Cheer” initiative. Hundreds of cardboard boxes have been donated…
20th December, 2023 -
2024 packaging trends – experts’ predictions for the next 12 months
2024 packaging trends to expect include the growth of connected, interactive, and inclusive packaging. A desire for improved sustainability and upcoming legislation…
14th December, 2023 -
Christmas packaging facts and waste statistics (2024 update)
Barely believable Christmas packaging facts include the UK using 300,000 tonnes of card, enough to cover Big Ben 260,000 times. As much as 114,000 tonnes…
5th December, 2023 -
2023 Macfarlane unboxing survey – what it means for your packaging
If your business uses any type of packaging, then the recent Macfarlane Unboxing survey results should interest you. The Macfarlane unboxing survey is the UK’s largest…
10th November, 2023 -
The differences between recyclable, compostable and biodegradable packaging
Are you unsure of the differences between recyclable, compostable and biodegradable packaging? And what impact can these options have on your business…
12th September, 2023 -
Wool-based vs insulated cardboard liners for food packaging
When considering sustainable insulated packaging, wool-based and insulated cardboard liners are two viable options. But which is better? There are several points…
31st August, 2023 -
GWP Protective flies high to support the Red Arrows
GWP Protective has gone above and beyond to help one of the world’s premier aerobatic display teams. The specialist protective case and foam insert team in Salisbury worked…
10th August, 2023 -
GWP invests in first zero-emission delivery vehicle
GWP Group has invested in its first fully electric delivery vehicle. Operating out of the production and warehousing site in North Wiltshire, GWP will use the zero-emission…
24th July, 2023