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Rent-to-own News - BrightHouse picks up 'Retail Rising' awards

September 10, 2010

BrightHouse the UK’s leading rent-to-own retailer recently picked up the prize for Buyer/Merchandiser of the year and Supply Chain Professional of the Year this week at the Skillsmart Retail Rising Stars Awards held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London.

The best of the retail industry were recognised with a coveted Rising Star Award at the glamorous awards, recognising those who make a real difference to their company’s performance. Dragon and retail magnate, Theo Paphitis gave a compelling and uplifting welcome speech to the packed Ballroom of the Grosvenor House.

In it he said:

“I congratulate all of the finalists in the Skillsmart Retail Rising Stars Awards. These people are an inspiration to the industry and are great examples of the drive, commitment, enthusiasm and sheer passion required to make it in retail.”

Dene Hamil, a Category Manager for BrightHouse and Mark Lynch Head of buying and Supply chain were delighted with winning this prestigious award. Tim Danaher, editor of Retail Week commented: “The judges were really knocked out by the quality of the candidates this year and we had a very tough job to pick the winners of the categories, and an overall winner, our Rising Star of the Year 2010. This is the sixth year of the awards and I’m delighted that yet again we had more entries from more major retailers than ever before, and it’s great to see so many of you here with us tonight.

This evening is a celebration of everything that’s good about retail, and the best thing about retail is the people who work in it.”

The Awards proved to be a fantastic night, bringing together nearly 500 retail professionals to honour those who have performed outstandingly over the last year. Comedian Alun Cochrane hosted the ceremony and guests enjoyed the post awards disco until the early hours.

For more information on the Rising Stars Awards, please visit www.retailweekrisingstars.co.uk.
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