The team at Court Homemakers in Teesside are celebrating after scooping the national award for Second Nature dealer of the year. Facing stiff competition from over 70 Second Nature dealers across the country, Court rose to the challenge, taking top honours as the only company to achieve maximum marks in the assessment.

Independent auditors were commissioned to assess Second Nature dealers on a number of key criteria, including branding, product and retail environment. The auditor commended Court for their highly attractive displays, enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff, coupled with a relaxed atmosphere.

A delighted Ian Goodwillie, Courts Managing Director said, ‘ This really is a testimony to the hard work and dedication of our staff. Winning this award has instilled confidence and pride throughout the company, we’ve celebrated with the team and thanked them for their valued contribution and commitment. This latest accolade comes hot on the heels of us winning a ‘supplier of excellence award’ from oil giant Conoco Phillips and will further raise the profile of Court Homemakers in the region’

Comments David McArthur, Second Nature’s National Sales Manager, ‘Winning this award offers a great opportunity for Court to demonstrate to their customers and suppliers just how successful their business is. It is an independent and prestigious endorsement of the quality of the company. Court is a longstanding customer of Second Nature and as businesses we have grown together. We are thrilled that Court has excelled in the assessment’.

Court Homemakers began trading in 1988 and their reputation as a quality supplier in the North East has developed with them. They have been KBSA members for over a decade and Ian was regional chair for a number of years and continues to take a keen interest in the work and development of the trade body.

Ian Goodwillie accepted the award on behalf of all the staff at Court Homemakers. The picture shows from left to right; Andrew Langford (Second Nature Marketing Manager), John Lennon (Second Nature Sales & Marketing Director), Ian Goodwillie (Managing Director of Courts Homemakers), Adrian Jackson (Second NAture Area Sales Manager) and David McArthur (Second Nature National Sales Manager).