20/06/2025
Statement from .mere
Today marks the 5-year anniversary of baby MERE Supplies. That means 5 years of no sleep, constant worry, fiery arguments, belly laughs, massive highs, and a few crushing lows. But to get a business off the ground, thatâs probably the recipe.
I still remember getting home from a night shift on the ambulance, work phone on my chest (otherwise id sleep through a call), grabbing a couple of hours sleep⊠then waking up to a 10am call: âGood morning, MERE Supplies!â Youâre awake, hearts pounding, but all you wanna do is sleep but you cant. That level of tiredness, Is just painful đ«” know the feeling đ«” But now, looking back, it all feels like a daze.
Fast forward to today, weâve got a fully stocked warehouse, weâre recruiting again, and about to launch our latest Response Bag. I still remember our first shipment, 100 pouches. My mum said, âShouldnât you just try and sell one first?â Fair point đ
But now weâve got over 2,000 pouches sitting proudly on the racks. Sometimes, youâve just got to back yourself and jump in with both feet.
60% of businesses in the UK donât make it to year five, and honestly, I get it. But here we are. The last few years simply wouldnât have been possible without the unwavering love and support from friends and family, our loyal customers, and the brilliant team around us, all cheering us on, lifting us up, and pushing us forward in your own way. Even our suppliers have played a huge role, working with us, backing our ideas, and helping us keep the momentum going. Every single one of you has been part of MEREâs journey, and Iâm endlessly grateful.
To top it off, for the second time, MERE is heading back to Europe, this time weâre exhibiting at the Combat Medical Conference in Ulm, Germany. If youâre there, come find us. Letâs have a chat.
Hereâs to the next five đ»