2016 eftpos ARA Australian Retail Awards - entries open

THE Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is proud to announce the opening of submissions for the 2016 eftpos ARA Australian Retail Awards.

The 2016 program boasts a collection of awards representing the breadth of talent and achievement in the ever-changing retail landscape. As Australia’s first and largest national retail awards program, the ARA Awards have now celebrated Australia’s leading retailers for over 40 years.

Major event sponsor, eftpos, is excited to support the ARA Awards for a third consecutive year. “Retail plays a vital role in the daily lives of all Australians and it’s important that we recognise the industry’s contribution through these awards,” eftpos Managing Director, Mr Bruce Mansfield, said.

“eftpos CHQ and SAV has supported everyday payments at Australian retailers for the past three decades and we are proud to sponsor these prestigious awards to honour the hard working men and women who serve their customers every day."

ARA Executive Director, Russell Zimmerman, eagerly anticipates the event held on Wednesday 10 August in Melbourne will the biggest and best awards event to date.

“The ARA Awards represent a national platform to showcase the best of the industry, recognising the extraordinary and innovative work of those moving retail forward. The Awards breakfast is an opportunity for retailers to share their inspiring retail success stories, and gain industry insights from esteemed guest speakers and valuable sponsors.

“Retailers are looking forward to strengthening industry conditions in the coming year, and we can share this optimism and enthusiasm through the experiences of those thriving within the sector.

“Retailing is an exceptionally important industry for the Australian economy - driven by hardworking individuals and businesses – and the ARA is proud to acknowledge these deserving retailers.

“The Awards span a range of categories reflecting the diversity of Australian retail – from small owner operators, retail graduates and HR practitioners, through to multichannel retailers, industry innovators and outstanding store fit-outs.  And not to mention the coveted eftpos ‘Retailer of the Year’ award!” Mr Zimmerman said.

The ARA encourages all retailers to submit an entry or nominate an exceptional retail employee.

Category details, submission forms and early bird tickets are available now at http://retail.org.au/2016-retail-awards/. 

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