About Us
Compliance: Our Secret Sauce
Expert advice
The Knowledge Nexus unites experienced professionals offering extensive expertise across the fashion and home product industries.
We specialise in everything from product development to compliance and ethical practices. Formed in 2022 to address the evolving demands of EPR regulations, we are the go-to hub for businesses seeking expert advice and support where existing teams are working at capacity or do not have the relevant knowledge and experience.
We are here to assist companies at any stage with navigating compliance challenges and enhancing product quality.
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The Knowledge Nexus is a collective of experienced industry professionals with a wide range of expertise covering all aspects of the sector, from product and fabric development and technology; dyeing, finishing and printing; testing, labelling and packaging requirements and production, to technical and compliance management; ethical auditing, certifications and supply chain management; EPR regulations and declarations and building and meeting best ethical and sustainable business practices.
Our skills and knowledge cover raw materials, yarns, fabrics, children’s wear, adult’s clothing including true knitwear, tailoring and performance outerwear, footwear and accessories, from luxury small scale to global production, both within the supply chain itself and for well known brands and retailers. We also have experience with homewares from bedding to garden tools!
We have joined forces to become a hub of advice and knowledge for the fashion and home product industry.
The idea for The Knowledge Nexus formed in 2022 when we were considering the fast-changing criteria of EPR requirements within the UK and EU and how we felt there was the opening for a one-stop-shop for help and advice on many areas of the industry support small to mid size businesses, offering the capacity for both short term projects and on-going collaboration.
We started in earnest in 2023 and are here to help you, whether you are a small start up brand or an already established company, to navigate the ever-changing landscape of compliance and product development within the industry, and to help you build and improve business best practices to deliver great quality products to market.
If you don’t know it… we do.
Manual Writing
Web Audits
Garment Tech
Josh Woodley
Director
Josh's career in fashion, rooted in a rich heritage of theatrical craftsmanship, is marked by a steadfast dedication to professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of industry legislation.
From her early education in Fashion Design and Textile Technology to her significant roles in high-profile fashion brands, Josh has always been driven by a passion for blending traditional skills with modern innovation.
Her leadership in co-founding The Knowledge Nexus is based on over two decades of experience, steering brands towards ethical compliance and innovation with a collaborative and easy-going approach.
“I am driven to empower brands to flourish, equipping them with the essential knowledge and tools to excel through integrity and excellence. ”
Compliance
Training
Fabric Tech
Niall Maplesden
Director
Niall's career in fashion compliance, rooted in an extensive knowledge of yarn and fabric supply chains, is marked by a steadfast dedication to professionalism, meticulous attention to detail, and a deep understanding of industry legislation.
From his early education in Textile colouration and testing to his roles in overseeing compliance across high-profile fashion brands, Niall has always been driven by a passion for ensuring good, safe practices within the intricate web of global supply chains.
His leadership in co-founding The Knowledge Nexus brings over three decades of experience, steering the fashion industry towards ethical sourcing, regulatory adherence and product innovation with a relaxed and informed approach.
“I believe in educating brands on making the kinds of decisions that set them apart, driving innovation and technical excellence whilst adhering to or exceeding the regulatory requirements.”
Our Network
In addition to Josh & Niall, The Knowledge Nexus has a number of other experts on hand to assist both us and you covering areas such as True Knitwear; Footwear, Leather Goods and Accessories; Home & Furniture; Logistics; Sustainability and LCAs and other Environmental matters.
Our network can also be called on to provide focussed support in Quality Control and other technical Services.
