Deegan’s of Urlingford named Centra Store of the Year 2018
Retailer Joe Deegan praises staff's enthusiasm and dedication as determining factors in store's win
Print8 February 2018
The Centra Store of Year Award for 2018 has been announced, with Deegan’s Centra in Urlingford, Co. Kilkenny. The accolade took place at the Centra National Conference at the Malton Hotel, in Killarney.
The award was accepted by retailers Joe and Diane Deegan, and it was presented by Martin Kelleher, Centra managing director, along witih Ian Allen (sales director) and JF Michel of Three Business, sponsors of the award.
Joe Deegan paid tribute to the staff at his store, acknowledging their enthusiasm and dedication as determining factors in Deegan’s Centra winning 2018 Centra Store of the Year.
“I am delighted to accept this award on behalf of all of our dedicated, hard-working staff members,” he said. “They are a super team of professionals who constantly strive to deliver the very best service, healthy convenience offering and value for money to our customers.
“This award is recognition of the great effort that they give every day,” he added.
Competition judge Dr Alan Collins said the passion in Deegan’s was apparent immediately upon visiting. “It feels ‘perfect’,” he said. “It has a unique shopping experience and it all comes together at the front of the store, where you are greeted by an abundance of top quality fresh food.
“This is the kind of store everyone wants in their community and I would like to congratulate you and your colleagues on all that you have achieved,” Collins said.
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