Mark Vitow Limited has been established for over 35 years. We are a widely recognised and highly regarded manufacturer and distributor, having enjoyed sustained and significant growth over recent years and with highly ambitious goals for the future. We are a successful family-owned and family-run company that truly values and promotes the well-being of its employees and strives to add value and have a positive impact within the plumbing industry and beyond.
Together we champion Positive Plumbing;
💜 Always incorporating our morals, empathy, respect, compassion and a desire to do good in our work and beyond
💜 Conducting every aspect of our work with optimism, energy, passion and drive
💜 Celebrating people’s differences and individualities, engaging with one another positively
We are a motivated and highly ambitious team. We aim for the very best in everything we do, but ensure we achieve results the right way – right by our customers, right by our colleagues and right by our moral compass. We are proud to do things in our own unique way and our core values – ambition, innovation, integrity, respect and trust – are at the heart of how and why we do what we do.
Our staff and our company culture are our greatest and most precious assets. We employ exceptional people who embody our values. Our ‘DNA for Success’ has been produced by us all together and by staying true to these values we believe that everything is achievable and we aim high, to be the best we can be.
Working together we strive to deliver exceptional customer experience at all times and to add value to our customers’ businesses. We aim to have a positive impact on our colleagues, on the wonderful industry in which we operate, on the local community and on the wider world too.
To see what we’re up to in the name of PositivePlumbing™…see below!
Mark Vitow Ltd named among UK’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing for 2024
September 2024
Mark Vitow Ltd has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing, Production & Transportation™! Following our Great Place to Work™ accreditation earlier this year, we are now listed in the Small & Medium category of the 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces in Manufacturing, Production & Transportation™.
As a family-run company committed to employee wellbeing, we are proud to be acknowledged for our workplace culture, as reflected by anonymous employee feedback.
We’ve introduced payroll giving to make charity donations even easier
July 2024
Here at Mark Vitow, we love to support charities and in addition to our partnership with CRUK, we have recently introduced a payroll giving scheme to our team. This allows staff to donate easily to charities tax free and Mark Vitow will also match fund any donations, meaning their money goes further to support causes close their hearts!
Mark Vitow Ltd is a Great Place To Work!
July 2024
Mark Vitow has been certified as a Great Place to Work™, with 96% of our team members rating us as a great place to work.
Rachel Pead, Company Director of People and Operations at Mark Vitow Ltd, shared, “We are thrilled to be Great Place To Work-Certified™. Our employees are at the heart of our success, and we thank them for their dedication and hard work in earning this recognition. We are a company that truly values and promotes company culture, employee well-being, and PositivePlumbing™, where we strive to have a positive impact within the plumbing industry and beyond.”
You can read more about this certification here.
Mark Vitow partners with The Early Careers Foundation
July 2024
One of our company values at Mark Vitow is ‘ambition’ – we are achievement focused and strive for success in everything we do. But we recognise that unfortunately some people experience barriers to success that have nothing to do with their talent or hard work.
That’s why we are proud to partner with The Early Careers Foundation, a social mobility charity who are working hard to ensure that young people are not unfairly disadvantaged by their socioeconomic background.
Mark Vitow staff have the opportunity to mentor young people from low-income backgrounds, volunteering one hour a month to share lessons from their own careers and act as a positive champion to these young people. We hope that this partnership will not only impact young people’s lives and future employability, but will also be rewarding for our staff.
Mark Vitow Raises £3530 in Walk all Over Cancer Challenge
March 2024
At Mark Vitow, we believe in taking proactive steps towards meaningful change.
That’s why we organised the “Walk All Over Cancer with Mark Vitow” challenge, where Team Vitow committed to walking 10,000 steps a day throughout March, rain or shine, to raise funds for Cancer Research UK. Together, we surpassed expectations, raising over £3,500 for this important cause.
Mark Vitow Ltd matched this amount in a donation to our main CRUK fundraising page, doubling our efforts in the fight against Cancer!
Mark Vitow and OB1® Raise Funds for Cancer Research through Display Stand Offer
March 2024
At Mark Vitow, collaboration is at the heart of our efforts to make a positive impact.
Teaming up with our partners at OB1, we launched a joint fundraiser in March to support Cancer Research UK. For every OB1 display stand stocked in merchants throughout the month, we collectively donated £100 to this important cause.
It’s through initiatives like these that we strive to not only excel in our industry but also give back to our communities in meaningful ways.
Mark Vitow Offers Increased Annual Leave to all staff
March 2024
At Mark Vitow, we recognise the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance for our employees. That’s why we’ve implemented additional leave entitlements for all staff members. By providing this benefit, we aim to support our team in achieving greater harmony between their professional and personal lives, fostering a happier and more productive workforce.
Mark Vitow Staff Join Forces with Zion Christian Fellowship Foodbank
December 2023
Our amazing staff joined forces to make a significant donation of food to the New Zion Christian Fellowship Foodbank.
We’re not just a successful family-owned and family-run company; we’re a community that cares deeply about the well-being of our team and the world around us. Together, we aim to make a positive impact, exemplifying the family values that define us.
A huge shoutout to our dedicated team for coming together to support those in need.
SCALING NEW HEIGHTS: TEAM VITOW’S ABSEIL FOR CANCER RESEARCH UK!
September 2023
Team VITOW abseiled down the front of the Francis Crick Building in London in aid of Cancer Research UK and raised nearly £5000 for this vital cause. We are overwhelmed by the outpouring of support and the sense of community that this event has ignited. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has contributed. Your donations have a significant impact on Cancer research, and we couldn’t have achieved this without your support.
Read more about the event and see photos and videos from the day here.
Team Vitow Raise £500 in Eurovision Fundraiser for Cancer Research UK
May 2023
At Mark Vitow Ltd, we believe in using our creativity and teamwork to make a difference in the world. Our staff participated in a Eurovision Fundraising Sweepstake and Fancy Dress event in support of Cancer Research UK (CRUK), and we’re thrilled to announce that we raised £500 for this important cause!
Eurovision is not only a celebration of music and culture but also an opportunity to come together for a greater purpose. Our team embraced the spirit of Eurovision by dressing up in fabulous costumes and taking part in a sweepstake to guess the winner of the contest.
We are committed to giving back to our community and making a positive impact in the fight against Cancer. We are proud of our staff for their dedication and creativity in organising this fundraising event, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who participated and contributed to its success.
Feb 2023
MARK VITOW LTD PARTNERS WITH WOMEN INSTALLERS TOGETHER CONFERENCE IN 3 YEAR SPONSORSHIP
March 2023
Mark Vitow announced a three year sponsorship of the Women Installers Together conference (WIT). WIT started in 2017 as the only national event for women plumbers and heating engineers. It’s still the only one, but has opened its arms to all skilled tradeswomen, women trainees, and male allies (a growing group). Mark Vitow Ltd are proud to champion women in the industry and look forward to partnering with Stopcocks Women Plumbers on this brilliant event.
Read more about the event and this important partnership here.
Staff Pamper day
May 2023
At Mark Vitow Ltd, we believe in taking care of our team members as much as we do our customers. That’s why we organised a Staff Pamper Day, where everyone had the opportunity to unwind and relax.
The Pamper Company provided rejuvenating 15-20 minute Seated Chair / Indian Head Massages for anyone interested.
The soothing touch and expert techniques of The Pamper Company’s therapists left everyone feeling refreshed and revitalised. It was a fantastic way for our team to recharge!
We understand the importance of fostering a positive and supportive workplace culture, and events like our Staff Pamper Day are just one way we demonstrate our commitment to employee well-being.
Feb 2023
Mark Vitow Offers Private Health Care Plan to employees
February 2023
At Mark Vitow, we prioritise the well-being of our employees as a cornerstone of our company culture. As part of our commitment to fostering a supportive work environment, we offer private health insurance to all staff members. We believe that investing in the health and happiness of our team not only benefits them individually but also contributes to the overall success of our company.
MARK VITOW SPONSORS APHC QUALITY PLUMBER WEEK AWARDS
September 2022
Mark Vitow sponsored the “Care of the Community” Award during Quality Plumber Week. This award recognises those installers and businesses that go above and beyond to help and support their community. This could be through charity work, supporting vulnerable members of their local community, putting in place extra measures to support employees or working on extra projects that make a difference.
Read more about the Quality Plumber Awards here.
Feb 2023
Mark Vitow Donates £2500 to Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) Ukraine Appeal
April 2022
At Mark Vitow Ltd, we believe in the power of community and supporting those in need, especially during challenging times. That’s why we made a donation of £2500 to the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) Ukraine Appeal.
The ongoing crisis in Ukraine has touched the hearts of people around the world, and we are committed to doing our part to provide assistance and relief to those affected. The BMF Ukraine Appeal is dedicated to providing vital support to individuals and families impacted by the conflict, offering shelter, food, medical aid, and other essential services.
By contributing to this important cause, we hope to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing unimaginable hardship. We stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and express our deepest sympathy for the challenges they are enduring
MARK VITOW SUPPLIES ESSEX AND HERTS AIR AMBULANCE WITH PPE
May 2022
The Mark Vitow team donated PPE masks to the Essex & Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) to enable their crew to keep delivering 24/7 life-saving Helicopter Medical Services with the protection they need from Covid-19. We are proud to have been able to have played a very small part in providing PPE to the health care heroes providing crucial care to those in need during these unprecedented times.
Feb 2023
MARK VITOW RESPONDS TO CALL FOR VITAL PPE
May 2020
Mark Vitow Ltd has stepped in to donate hundreds of items of PPE stocks to support healthcare professionals. The company has delivered more than 500 face masks to residential and nursing homes and care providers across the UK, having joined forces with the crowdfunding website ‘FindThe Masks’.
Read more about it here
SALES OF MARK VITOW’S KORONA TOILET SEATS RAISE £4000 FOR NHS
March 2022
In response to the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic, Mark Vitow proudly initiated a fundraiser tied to one of our best-selling products, Korona toilet seats. Despite the irony of its name, we remained steadfast in our commitment to supporting our frontline heroes. Through this fundraiser, we donated £4,000 to NHS Charities Together, demonstrating our unwavering solidarity and gratitude for the incredible efforts of NHS workers. By pledging £1 from every sale of our top-selling Korona toilet seats purchased in June and July, we aimed to make a meaningful contribution to those tirelessly fighting on the front lines.
Read more about it here.
Feb 2023
MV Commemorates D-Day 75th Anniversary
June 2019
Mark Vitow decided to donate 5% of Sales on MV Exclusive Product Ranges to The Royal British Legion, the country’s largest Armed Forces charity who support serving and ex-serving personnel and their families.
With the support of MV customers, we have been able to donate £750 to this worthy charity.
