Winning at EIHA is ‘an incredible achievement’

Almost three weeks post-event and the winners of the Excellence in Housewares Awards continue to celebrate their achievements.

Kristin Lohse, buyer, Sous Chef, winner of the Excellence in Online Retailing award, commented: “We feel so honoured to have won this award, especially up against so many big names, the competition was definitely not easy.

“The entire team at Sous Chef constantly works really hard to ensure the shopping experience is a joy for all our customers. From website, to product range and customer service. It feels fantastic to have all our hard work acknowledged by the industry. Thank you.”

Kristin Lohse, centre, with her Sous Chef colleagues and their award.
Kristin Lohse, centre, with her Sous Chef colleagues and their award.

Heidi Thomas, head of marketing, DK Household Brands, said: “We are delighted to win The Eco Award for our range of utensils from our Zyliss brand. We are very happy that Zyliss is being recognised for its outstanding products and commitment to sustainability.”

The DK Household Brands team collects the Eco Award on stage.
The DK Household Brands team collects the Eco Award on stage.

Emma Kelly, commercial director at Bents Garden & Home, winner of the Best Garden Centre Retailer of Housewares category, commented: “What an incredible achievement. We are delighted to have been presented with this award which recognises our achievement in what is an increasingly competitive market.

“Our colleagues work extremely hard to ensure we continue to deliver the Bents difference at all times and this award is a fantastic way to thank them for all they do. And a big thank you also to everyone at Max Publishing for putting on such an amazing night. It was a brilliant way to celebrate our achievement.”

Emma Kelly, commercial director of Bents Garden & Home collects the award.
Emma Kelly, commercial director of Bents Garden & Home collects the award.

Simon Oliver, commercial director at RKW, said: “We always have a fantastic time at the Excellence in Housewares awards, and it is even better to win. We are so pleased to win the ‘Plugged in’ award with our product, the Tower Air Wave Pro 2-in-1 Air Fryer and Microwave.

“We strive to be a business that fosters innovation, and it means a lot to have this recognised. We congratulate the other nominees and winners and always love the opportunity to see the best in industry celebrated.”

THumbs up from the RKW team.
Thumbs up from the RKW team.
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