A creative company is enjoying a hugely successful growth journey
with support from Welsh Government Business Wales service.
Wild Creations carve, mould and cast to create large scale props
and displays for use in global theme parks and at major events
across the world.
The company produced the Ball in the Wall at Cardiff Castle in
celebration of the 2015 Rugby World Cup, and a 13ft smoke-flaring
dragon at Caerphilly Castle in association with Cadw.
Internationally, Wild Creations' impressive portfolio includes
developing a life-sized Tyrannosaurus Rex for the launch the
Jurassic World – Fallen Kingdom film in 2018, and a replica Dodge
Charger car to promote Fast and Furious 8. Exporting now accounts
for around 90 per cent of the business' work.
Supported by the Business Wales service, Wild Creations have
created 36 high-quality jobs over the past 12 months, and
continue to grow and recruit.
Matt Wild, Founder and Director of Wild Creations, said:
"Business Wales' support has been truly outstanding. Their
dedication to helping both growing and new businesses thrive is
incredibly inspiring. It's fantastic to see them championing
success at every stage of the journey."
, the Cabinet Secretary for
Economy, Energy and Planning, visited the Cardiff-based business
to see some of its current projects.
She also met with a range of other businesses which have received
support from the Business Wales service to discuss the business
support ecosystem in Wales. The event was arranged by Business in
Focus, a social enterprise responsible for delivering
Entrepreneurship and Start Up and Business Development &
Growth support services for Business Wales.
The Cabinet Secretary said:
“We are eager to unlock new opportunities for businesses across
Wales, whether that be to access finance, help them evolve as
business leaders, or navigate challenges.
“Business Wales has helped businesses across Wales succeed -
including Wild Creations – and our team stands ready to offer
support at every stage of a business' journey.”
, CEO of Business in Focus,
said:
"As the lead delivery partner for Business Wales, Business in
Focus is proud to champion start-ups and growing enterprises
across Wales, offering expert guidance and hands-on support to
help businesses thrive, scale, and succeed."
