Sound Leisure Champions Future Talent Through Leeds Manufacturing Festival
Sound Leisure, the Leeds-based manufacturer of handcrafted jukeboxes, is proud to be a sponsor of the 2025 Leeds Manufacturing Festival—an initiative that connects young people with engineering and manufacturing employers across the region.
Now in its eighth year, the festival helps address the skills gap in the sector by offering school and college students the chance to explore real career opportunities in manufacturing through hands-on events, factory visits, and direct engagement with local businesses.
As a long-time supporter of the festival, Sound Leisure plays an active role in showcasing the creativity, craftsmanship and wide range of career paths available within its own business and the wider industry. From participating in school outreach and recruitment fairs to opening its doors to student groups, the company is committed to inspiring the next generation of talent.
Chris Black, Managing Director of Sound Leisure and spokesperson for the 2025 festival, said:
“Leeds has a fantastic manufacturing community, and this festival is one of the most effective ways we can engage young people and show them the exciting opportunities on offer. We’re proud to be part of it, not just as a sponsor, but as a business passionate about future skills and the future of British manufacturing.”
With its roots in family-run craftsmanship and a passion for innovation, Sound Leisure continues to lead by example—investing in future talent and supporting the long-term strength of the region’s manufacturing sector.
