Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel wins National SuperValu Store of the Year 2025
The Co. Kerry store also takes home the prestigious ‘Best Large Store of the Year 2025’ award at SuperValu's National Conference
Print25 February 2025
Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel SuperValu in Co. Kerry has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘National SuperValu Store of the Year’ for 2025, while also taking home the award for ‘Best Large Store of the Year 2025’.
Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel was shortlisted for the highly coveted retail accolade, along with eleven other finalist stores from around the country, at the SuperValu National Conference, which was held in The Great Southern Hotel, Killarney, Co. Kerry.
In what was a highly competitive final, Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel stood out from the shortlist to take home the top prize.
Competitive market
The finalists were audited and adjudicated by independent competition judge and retail consultant Paul Ellison, who highlighted that in a very competitive Irish retail market, SuperValu excels in delivering exceptional customer service, quality food leadership, community support and value.
This creates a real sense of purpose for participating stores, with owners, managers, and colleagues fully supporting the competition.
This award acknowledges the exceptional standards consistently achieved by the team at Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel.
Community involvement
Outstanding performance was noted in key categories, including fresh food offering, food leadership and quality, people management, sustainability initiatives, and community involvement.
Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel was recognised for its unwavering commitment to excellence across all categories, highlighting its outstanding community involvement, particularly its dedication to the local area through GAA sponsorship.
“I am honoured to receive both awards, which reflects our dedicated team’s hard work and commitment throughout the year, this achievement wouldn’t be possible without them,” said Jim Garvey, store owner, Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel.
Quality and value
Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel prioritises quality, value, and exceptional service, alongside sustainability initiatives to create the best shopping experience for its customers.
“I’m delighted our efforts have been recognised. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible team, loyal customers, and local community for their unwavering support. We’re proud to bring these awards home to Kerry,” said Garvey.
“This competition has been a longstanding tradition for the SuperValu brand, and each year, we are truly amazed by the high standards set by the finalists, and this year is no exception,” said Luke Hanlon, managing director, SuperValu.
According to Hanlon, the team at Garvey’s SuperValu Listowel is highly deserving of these awards.
“I wish them continued success in the future. A special thank you also goes to all SuperValu store owners and their dedicated teams for their unwavering commitment to local store excellence, which continues to shape SuperValu as the trusted brand it is today,” concluded Hanlon.
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