One of the UK’s fastest growing brands has created a jobs lifeline in Wrexham.<\/p>\n
The outdoor clothing specialists, Trespass, have opened a new store at the Eagles Meadow shopping centre.<\/p>\n
They have recruited eight new members of staff including Manager Matthew Langwine, 30, who was unemployed for 10 months before getting the job.<\/p>\n
According to Matthew, it was a massive morale booster that’s enabling him and the rest of the team to look forward with confidence.<\/p>\n
The award-winning company was founded\u00a0 the West Coast of Scotland in 1984 and is planning to open around 40 news stores across the UK in 2012.<\/p>\n
The arrival of Trespass marked the seventh new store opening at Eagles Meadow during 2011.<\/p>\n
Matthew Langwine said: “We design clothing to be used outside, up hills, mountains on snow and in rain.<\/p>\n
“If you love climbing, hiking and travelling you’ll love Trespass clothing. If you have a passion for skiing or snowboarding we have kit for you.<\/p>\n
“If you just like to spend as much time outdoors be it in the park or on the peaks Trespass provide affordable practical performance at all levels.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe range is all high quality and the warehouse in Scotland is the size of a small town.<\/p>\n
“Around 90 per cent of what we sell is own-brand – the secret of Trespass’s success is good quality and good prices.”<\/p>\n
Matthew has 10 years’ experience working in retail and has previously managed newsagents’ and supermarkets.<\/p>\n
He added: “Before getting the job at Trespass I was unemployed for 10 months so getting the job just before Christmas was perfect timing. It’s great news for all of us here.<\/p>\n
“Eagles Meadow is great, there’s a good buzz around the shopping centre and it’s been really busy since we opened.<\/p>\n
Former factory worker Lee Charles, 35, was also unemployed for six months before the job at Trespass came along.<\/p>\n
He said: “Before I got the job here I was working in the industrial sector, but Trespass were good enough to give me a chance and take a punt on me.<\/p>\n
“Being out of work was very difficult and I\u2019m really glad of this opportunity.<\/p>\n
“This is my first job in retail and it’s fantastic. I’m working with a great bunch of people and the company provide good training.<\/p>\n
“I feel confident because Trespass is a successful brand and they’re opening stores nationwide on a regular basis.<\/p>\n
“It feels great to be part of a growing company because as we know with the economy at the moment there are a other companies that are falling by the wayside. It’s nice feeling you’ve got a bit of security.”<\/p>\n
Eagles Meadow Manager Kevin Critchley was delighted to welcome Trespass to the shopping centre.<\/p>\n
He said: “Trespass is a fantastically successful and growing brand name so their shop is a very welcome addition to our range of stores and leisure facilities.<\/p>\n
“It’s also great that they are creating new employment opportunities in Wrexham.<\/p>\n
“Since Eagles Meadow opened in 2008, we have helped to generate a net increase of 1,000 retail jobs in Wrexham and re-establish the town as the shopping capital of North Wales.”<\/p>\n
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