And the final envelopes please... This week we've been celebrating the outstanding winners of our SRS 2024 awards. Recognising the incredible world of independent retailing, supplier partnerships and individual excellence. Now, it's time for our final 2 retailer awards, the Big Investment and the prestigious Baldwin Cup for Retailer of the Year. The Big Investment: Dyfed and Alison Thomas SPAR Llandyssul This has been a family store since 1986 joining SPAR in 1990, the team have been inspired to drive their store forward, working closely with AF Blakemore and their fellow SPAR retailers. The £100,000 prize will be invested in a full store refresh introducing Food To Go, a wider selection of fresh, energy efficient chillers, digital screens as well as an external seating area. The Baldwin Cup: Lewis of Llandrinio Picking up the prestigious Baldwin Cup in recognition of her commitment to developing her business, was Jenny Donaghy of SPAR Llandrinio. Jenny and her team are passionate and innovative retailers exemplifying the brand values of SPAR. Continually investing and innovating in their store to reflect emerging trends and deliver consistent high standards. They are passionate about SPAR and work in close collaboration with the A.F. Blakemore team. The team are active members of their local community supporting a breadth of initiatives as well as a multiple award winner and a valued member of the Meridian & Welsh Guild. The Baldwin Cup is awarded to one retailer every year and celebrates the very best stores across SPAR UK’s Meridian & Welsh Guild region. Jenny D. Blakemore Trade Partners SPAR UK SPAR International #SRS #Awards #GrandFinale #RetailRoyalty #independentretail
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