Kent Crisps owner, Laura Bounds, receives MBE at Windsor Castle

An MBE is awarded for an outstanding achievement or service to the community, serving as an example to others, and Laura’s nomination reflects her work done through Kent Crisps to bring Kent & the UK to a world stage. Announced as part of the Queen’s New Year’s Honours list published on 31^st December 2020, the Investiture was delayed due to Covid.

Laura commented, “It was a privilege to experience such an incredible day and be recognised for a lot of hard work & dedication to building the incredible brand that is Kent Crisps. Although delayed a year, it was worth the wait!” She continues, “I am so grateful for the support I have around me, including my incredible team, industry colleagues & connections, my friends and family. I do hope that this shows others that with commitment and determination, we can all make a difference and that anything is possible.”

Kent Crisps is based in Bridge, near Canterbury, supplying local & regional outlets as well as international airlines, trains & ferries and 10 markets across the globe including Germany, America & Asia. The business is independently owned & run by Laura, whose portfolio also includes Kentish Oils & Condiments and A Little Bit Food Co, all of which use & champion local produce.

In addition to Laura’s MBE, Kent Crisps have won a number of awards, including the Federation of Small Businesses “UK Micro Business of the Year” and “Kent Business of the Year” at the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Awards.

Kent Crisps are available at all good independent outlets, regional Waitrose, Co-op & Southern Co-Op, Waitrose, and more information may be found by visiting www.kentcrisps.com