In this episode Ben talks to the importer of the UK's largest range of high quality, driftwood style, teak root furniture and home accessories.

Daniel Unsworth is the owner of Makasi Imports, and started his journey in the world of furniture importing containers of sleigh beds.

Ben asks him about:

* How he started importing containers of sleigh beds

* The complications of importing from Indonesia

* Why he's changed from furniture to more accessories

* How the high street is struggling

* We get to meet Gary the dog!

* Why he didn't go to the January Furniture Show

* Flyers (and curly whirlys) and why they're better than emails

* Daniel's charity work in Indonesia

* Why social media is essential for retailers

* How a dinosaur bought him some attention

* His pick of the best shows

LINKS

Trade Only Furniture Group

B Womack Furniture Ltd

Makasi Imports

Podcast production by Ginger Wizard Productions