Following the recent announcement of our two-year sponsorship agreement with Bristol Bears, we were thrilled to welcome members of the club’s executive and commercial team, along with three standout first-team players, to our Tredegar headquarters for a day of connection, conversation, and a whole lot of fun.
Led by CEO Tom Tainton, the Bears arrived with international talent in tow — American fly-half AJ MacGinty, explosive winger Gabriel Ibitoye, and none other than Louis Rees-Zammit, the Welsh speedster returning home from his NFL chapter and ready to light up the Gallagher Premiership.
A Day of Laughter, Rugby Chat & Test Drives
The visit offered the perfect chance for our staff and customers to meet the players first-hand, grab a few photos, ask questions, and take a couple of vans out for a spin — including our impressive RS Custom Crew, which proved very popular.
We rounded off the afternoon in style with a live podcast hosted by our founder, David Spear, who stepped comfortably into the role of master interviewer. The session was relaxed, light-hearted and full of great stories, with plenty of laughs shared between the players and the audience.
Events like this are exactly why partnerships matter — they bring people together, spark relationships, and set the tone for what we hope will be a successful journey over the next two years.
Special Announcement: A Big Day Out for Staff & Key Partners
We also revealed an exclusive promo giving David Spear staff and Key Partners a discounted ticket offer to the Big Day Out at the Principality Stadium, Cardiff, on 28th March 2025, where both Bristol Bears Men and Women will take on London Harlequins. A brilliant day of top-flight rugby awaits.
A Reminder of What the Partnership Includes
As part of the agreement, David Spear Commercials becomes the Official Kit Van Partner, supporting Bristol Bears across the UK and Europe.
Additional partnership benefits include:
• High-visibility branding across matchday boards, LED displays and mega screens
• Digital presence across Bristol Bears’ official online channels
• Joint marketing campaigns and press activity
• Hospitality and community engagement opportunities
• Plus — our logo will appear on the back of Bristol Bears’ playing shorts for all 2025/26 Gallagher Premiership and European fixtures
This puts our brand on display in stadiums across the UK and beyond — an exciting moment for the business.
What They Said…
Tom Tainton, CEO, Bristol Bears:
“What a welcome — it was a pleasure to visit the David Spear Commercials site here in the Valleys. We’re delighted to onboard a new partner in David Spear – a family-run business with a superb reputation and a clear affinity with rugby. We’ve enjoyed working with Dave and Geraint on building the partnership and look forward to growing together as we embark on the season ahead.”
David Spear, Founder:
“What a way to begin a new partnership. Seeing the Bears on site, test driving our vans and joining the David Spear podcast was fantastic — great energy, lots of fun.”
“We’re thrilled to partner with one of the most exciting rugby clubs in the UK. With world-class facilities, big ambitions, and talent like Louis Rees-Zammit on board, there’s a real buzz around the Bears.”
“Bristol already feels like our ‘fifth region’ — it’s close to home, and we have a strong customer base across the Southwest. From day one, the alignment in values was clear: passion, drive, people-first. This partnership just makes sense.”
More Than Sponsorship — A Shared Mindset
This collaboration is built on more than logos and matchday boards — it’s built on shared ambition, energy, and culture. Both organisations believe in development, teamwork and community. The visit was just the first step, and if it’s anything to go by, the future looks very bright.
Here’s to two powerful years ahead — filled with rugby, relationships, and plenty of miles covered in a David Spear van.
🎙️ Full podcast episode with the Bears coming soon — stay tuned!
