The Winners of the National Retail Awards 2020 Announced
The winners of the virtual National Retail Awards have been announced for the year. Hosted the National Retail Association (NRA), the virtual event presented the 'best and brightest' of the retail industry across Australia.
The online award ceremony included speakers including Senator the Hon Michaelia Cash, the Minister for Employment, and Small and Family Business with the keynote address.
“NRA members pride themselves on being the face of modern Australian retail and today’s award winners showcase the amazing talent that exists across the sector,” explained Dominque Lamb, the CEO of the NRA.
“Whether it’s in innovation, sustainability, the online market or the sector’s talented individuals, today’s awards demonstrate some of Australian retail’s incredible achievements in a year defined by adversity.”
The award ceremony showcased three key categories: Champion Awards, Category Awards and Individual Awards.
“The Champion Award winners displayed the cutting-edge work being undertaken in modern Australian retail as well as promote social responsibility, innovation and training,” said Lamb.
The Winners:
Innovation Champion
Lovehoney
Retail Career Pathways Champion of the Year
Salvos Stores
Sustainability Champion of the Year
Manrags (now UPPAREL)
Marketing Campaign of the Year
Vinnies Victoria
Logistics Champion of the Year
Logistics Champion of the Year
Logistics Champion of the Year
Aqua Gardening
Online Retailer of the Year
Appliances Online
Small Retailer of the Year
Esther & Co
Medium Retailer of the Year
Large Retailer of the Year
Amart Furniture
HR Professional of the Year
Emma Miller, Boardriders
Store Manager of the Year
Julie Anne Benge, The Party People Megastore
Young Retailer of the Year
Emily Nuske, Rebel
Congratulations to the winners and everyone nominated.
“NRA members span the entire sector and the Category Awards recognise the efforts of retail businesses of all sizes, online and offline in a time of challenge and change,” Lamb explained.
“Australian retail is also blessed with talented individuals who work tirelessly to motivate, inspire and grow their respective businesses. The Individual Awards seek to reward those people who have made such a contribution to retail in 2020.”
Like this story? Click here to find out more about Power Retail E-Commerce Intelligence or here to sign-up for the free weekly Pulse Newsletter for more essential online retail content.
About the Author: Power Retail
What to Expect from Black Friday: Savvy Spenders, Sophisticated Scams, and Sports Related Gifts
As Black Friday kicks off the weekend’s sales frenzy, we’ve compiled some predictions to tide you over until the data rolls in.
Visa’s Wild New Partnership with Taronga Conservation Society Australia
Visa has announced it has entered into a long-term partnership with Taronga Conservation Society Australia.
“Really Cool and Fun”: Augmented Reality Mirror Trial a Hit
Dean Salakas lets us know how The Party People's innovative augmented reality mirror trial went and whats on the horizon for the tech.
Further The Iconic Staff Underpayments Revealed
The Iconic has once again been forced to remedy underpayments with over 500 staff effected by the payroll errors.