The winners include Neff for best product supplier, Miele won the best training provider and a joint award was given to Omega and Mereway Kitchens/Wentworth for best display support.

KBSA CEO Graham Ball says: “We are delighted that such well recognised and well respected companies have received these awards, congratulations to them all.

“The KBSA is the only association to offer both retail and corporate membership in the kbb industry and this relationship is a key benefit for both parties.”

NEW APPOINTMENTS AT KBSA AGM

The Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialists Association has appointed two new officers at the AGM which was held on Thursday 16th September at the Heritage Motor Centre, Gaydon.

Martin Thomas has taken on the role of chairman of the general committee and Simon Acres was confirmed as corporate vice chair.

Martin Thomas brings a wealth of experience to the chair as he has been involved with the KBSA for 25 years. Martin’s career began in Northern Ireland and he has spent the last 8 years in Aberdeen as a director of Denmore Kitchens and Bathrooms.

Simon Acres has been acting corporate vice chair for the past two months, working closely with corporate chair Malcolm Scott to develop and enhance the role of the manufacturing and supply corporate members of the KBSA.

KBSA CEO Graham Ball said: “The KBSA will benefit greatly from these two new appointments. They bring a wealth of experience of how the industry operates, an understanding of the needs of retailers and manufacturers and plenty of enthusiasm for the challenges that lie ahead.”