Recognising remarkable retailers

ARA-awardsThe eftpos ARA Australian Retail Awards are the industry’s largest and longest running recognition of success, recognising remarkable leaders and disruptors in the retail space. The 2017 eftpos ARA Australian Retail Awards are dedicated to showcasing the vision, innovation and excellence of the best of Australian Retail.

This year’s program encompasses a range of awards representing the breadth of achievement and talent in the ever-changing retail landscape. The awards span twelve categories reflecting the diversity of Australian retail – from independent owner-operators, to national brands, industry innovators, outstanding staff and exceptional store-fitouts.

The coveted 2017 Retailer of the Year Award is set to be one of hardest on record to judge, with the extraordinary calibre of leading Australian retailers in the field. The ARA has this year reimagined the selection process and worked with distinguished industry experts to determine what constitutes the ‘best in retail’ in this evolving sector.

Through the bespoke adjudication matrix, combined with mystery shopping initiatives and field agency surveys, the impartial panel of judges will be well-equipped to make the difficult decision of deciding the retailer deserving of the 2017 crown.

This year’s Awards Breakfast will take place on August 3rd at The National Gallery of Victoria in front of over 550 guests, providing a unique opportunity for Australian retailers to celebrate their successes and network with industry peers. Attendees will also glean powerful insights from Swisse Wellness CEO, Radek Sali, in his keynote address.

The ARA is calling on Australian retailers to enter the running to be recognised for remarkable contributions to moving retail forward, with submissions open until 23rd June. Early bird tickets are also available for a limited time only, and if last year’s awards are anything to go by – it’s a retail event that is not to be missed.

For more information about the 2017 eftpos ARA Australian Retail Awards, visit www.australianretailawards.com.au.

About the Australian Retailers Association: The ARA is the retail industry’s peak representative body representing Australia’s $310 billion sector, which employs more than 1.2 million people. The ARA works to ensure retail success by informing, protecting, advocating, educating and saving money for its 7,500 independent and national retail members throughout Australia. For more information, visit www.retail.org.au or call 1300 368 041.

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