MERCHANT FOCUS: ALSFORD
Throughout the Vision Tour, the leadership team were focused on communicating the positive reinvestment Alsford continue to make into the business. Coming on the back of an 18 month rebrand program that has
revitalised the physical estate, Alsford are now coming into a period of focus on investment into service delivery as a continuation of the expert reputation Alsford has been known for since its establishment in 1882.
Alsford Supplier Showcase 2024
As part of its commitment to building connections between the company and suppliers, Alsford held its annual Alsford Supplier Showcase last month at Lingfield Park Racecourse.
Lead by Alsford commercial director Louise Williams, the event saw 45 partner suppliers in attendance, offering a huge variety of stands and demonstrations, with product samples readily available for teams to take away. As well as the showcase, Alsford held its supplier awards in the evening.
Marketing manager Joni Beal said: “The Alsford Supplier Showcase is a special event, built
on our company values of being passionate, innovative, inspiring, honourable, fun and united. We love our industry, we love our supplier partners, our colleagues and our customers, and it is a true celebration of this to bring them all together each year.
“The showcase, awards and evening event is the perfect way to recognise those working passionately in our industry and in partnership with Alsford.” The Alsford Awards recognised both suppliers and colleagues, with votes cast by the Alsford branches and team members.
Alsford Award winners were:
Best Supplier Stand (voted by visitors on the day) - SIG plc Best Supplier Customer Service - Siniat UK Best Supplier Communication - Forterra PLC Best LBM Supplier - Bostik Best HBM Supplier - Day Aggregates Best Joinery Supplier - Cheshire Mouldings and Woodturnings Ltd Best Timber, Sheet and Fencing Supplier - Altripan UK Ltd Most Socially Engaged Supplier - OSC Sales Ltd
July 2024
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“Connecting with our teams in this way is very rewarding,” said Neil Fuller, managing director of Alsford. “Our vision for the future builds on the 142 years we have already spent serving customers, and reaffirms our reputation as a leading supplier of timber and building materials in the South East through the dedication and passion of our teams. This year’s Vision Tour is testament to our commitment to our values of being innovative, inspirational, united, passionate, fun and honourable, and has set a clear path for Alsford in the coming years.” Alsford’s Vision Tour marks another important step along the continued path of growth and excellence by this independent merchant. By prioritizing the direct discussion of future planning with colleagues, Alsford is not only preparing for the future but is also ensuring that team members are the first to know of this renewed focus. BMJ
Best Supplier Representative - Volodymyr Viner Best Overall Supplier - Day Aggregates Most Inspiring Team - South East Contracts Office Most United Team - Leatherhead Branch Most Innovative Branch - Worthing Branch Most Honourable Individual - Robert Collett
Most Fun Individual - James Priestman Most Passionate Individual - Matthew Fisher
Voldoymyr Viner of Bostik UK said: “A great showcase on the true value of supplier merchant partnership and the strong growth we can achieve when it’s a team effort to do better. Bring on 2025!”
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