Glass Express Midlands Sponsors Local Athlete Elle Meeson

Glass Express Midlands has thrown its support behind 13-year-old karate athlete Elle Meeson, as part of its growing commitment to youth and community development across the Midlands.

Elle, from Cannock, will represent the UK at the WUKF World Karate Championships in Sweden this July.

This latest sponsorship builds on the company’s expanding outreach programme, which includes partnerships with local schools, student mentoring, and multiple grassroots sports initiatives.

Earlier this year, Glass Express Midlands also sponsored Cradley Under-10s West and Netherton Colts Under-9s – two youth football teams with direct ties to company employees.

Arun Photay, Glass Express Midlands’ Managing Director commented: “At Glass Express Midlands, our mission extends beyond the factory floor. We’re committed to supporting the people and communities that sustain us: from the next generation of glaziers to young athletes with big ambitions. Sponsoring Elle is a continuation of that ethos.”

The initiative was led by Technical Manager Kirsty Fortnam, a passionate advocate for youth development. Kirsty also heads the company’s education outreach, working closely with schools like Q3 Academy in Langley to introduce students to careers in manufacturing.

“Elle’s commitment and discipline are exactly the qualities we aim to encourage through our work in schools and the wider community.” said Kirsty. “Supporting her journey aligns perfectly with our values as a business.”

Glass Express Midlands is joined by Journey Hospitality in backing Elle, who trains with Ryu Shotokan and Kanzen England. With a growing portfolio of youth-focused initiatives, the IGU manufacturer and glass processor continues to position itself as a business that not only delivers high-performance glazing solutions, but also builds lasting impact in the communities it serves.

For more information, visit: glassexpressmidlands.uk