Retail Week Awards 2023: Co-op manager among finalists in “Store Hero” category

Retail Week Awards 2023: Co-op manager among finalists in “Store Hero” category

(IN BRIEF) Roan Irving, the store manager at Co-op’s McDonald Road in Edinburgh, has been named a finalist in the “Store Hero” category of the Retail Week Awards 2023. Roan, who has been with Co-op for 15 years, is known for his exceptional leadership skills, commitment to his colleagues and the community, and for embodying Co-op’s ethical and community values. He has actively supported the rollout of e-commerce in his area, raised funds for a mental health charity, and promoted the development of local volunteer networks. The Retail Week Awards 2023 celebrate outstanding achievements and significant contributions in the retail industry.

(PRESS RELEASE) MANCHESTER, 21-Mar-2023 — /EuropaWire/ —  Co-op, a British consumer co-operative with a group of retail businesses including food retail and wholesale, insurance, legal services, and funerals, announces that Roan Irving, the store manager at Co-op’s McDonald Road in Edinburgh, has been shortlisted as a finalist in the “Store Hero” category of the highly esteemed “Retail Week Awards 2023.” These awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and significant contributions made by individuals in the retail industry.

Roan, who has been with Co-op for 15 years, has been described as an exceptional young retail manager who embodies the ethical and community values of the company. He prioritizes the development and support of his colleagues and the community, making him an ideal candidate for this award.

The Retail Week Awards 2023 judges were highly impressed with the caliber of entries received, stating that they “were all of the highest level and demonstrated how the retail industry is excelling.” Roan’s shortlisting as a finalist reflects his exceptional contributions to the industry and the wider community.

Roan has been instrumental in supporting the rapid expansion of e-commerce in his area and has also raised funds for the mental health charity SAMH. He has played an important role in raising awareness of Co-op’s Local Community Fund and has actively promoted the development of local volunteer networks that collaborate to make a difference in the community.

Roan’s commitment to his colleagues and the community, coupled with his exceptional leadership skills, makes him a deserving finalist in the “Store Hero” category of the Retail Week Awards 2023.

Johanne Thorpe, Roan’s Area Manager, said: “Roan is a wonderful example of a manager who is not only totally focussed on his role but is also doing his very best to make a difference for both colleagues and his local community – all this despite his own personal challenges as his partner has a serious illness. We are delighted for Roan.”

Roan, added: “I was shocked when I heard the news, I was at home at the time and it was lovely to share with my family. It still hasn’t really sunk in. I like to make a difference, but I just see it as just doing my job – it is incredible to receive this recognition, I never expected it and I couldn’t have achieved it without a great team and the support of the Co-op which provides opportunities to play a part and make a difference in local community life.”

Winners will be announced on 30 March, when the Retail Week Awards 2023 celebrates the contributions made within the retail industry achieved through innovation, vision, resilience and drive.

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About Co-op:
Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer co-operatives with interests across food, funerals, insurance and legal services. Owned by millions of UK consumers, the Co-op operates over 2,500 food stores, over 800 funeral homes and provides products to over 5,000 other stores, including those run by independent co-operative societies and through its wholesale business, Nisa Retail Limited. Employing almost 60,000 people, the Co-op has an annual turnover of over £11billion and is a recognised leader for its social goals and community-led programmes. The Co-op exists to meet members’ needs and stand up for the things they believe in.

Further information:
Andrew Torr
Senior Press Officer, Co-op Press Office
M: 07702505551
E: andrew.torr@coop.co.uk

SOURCE: Co-operative Group Limited