Thursday, November 14, 2024

Drakes Supermarkets 16th annual Supplier Conference

Drakes Supermarkets celebrates 50 years of excellence and strengthens supplier partnerships at the 2024 Annual Conference on the Gold Coast.

Drakes Supermarkets hosted its 16th annual Supplier Conference at the newest beachfront luxury hotel, Langham Gold Coast.

The exclusive event gathered Drakes Executives, valued supplier partners and their families for an immersive experience focused on building business relations and celebrating the company’s 50-year legacy.

The five-day conference commenced with an exciting Welcome Party in the Diamond Ballroom at the Langham Conference Centre where attendees were able to mingle and enjoy the evening before being entertained by Australian singer-songwriter Tones and I.

“As an Australian company, I am a big believer of supporting Australian businesses, and whilst many choose to travel overseas for their conferencing, I am very proud to hold our conferences in Australia, strengthening our countries local businesses and talent,” Managing Director Roger Drake said.

Throughout the conference, supplier partners engaged in informative sessions designed to foster collaboration and innovation. The business session provided an opportunity for Drakes Executives to present key insights into the company’s growth trajectory, future initiatives and a comprehensive review of the past year’s achievements. Adam Spencer, one of Australia’s most respected keynote speakers also presented on a strong focal point for business, the future of artificial intelligence in the workplace.

A key highlight of the business session was the opportunity for suppliers to engage directly with Drakes executives, encouraging open dialogue and allowing suppliers to ask questions directly to presenters throughout the day.

To conclude the conference, Drakes hosted the Supplier Awards Gala Dinner, a celebratory event recognising the outstanding contributions and achievements of its supplier partners.

“Whilst we wish to congratulate our award winners, we must also acknowledge all who were nominated for the 2024 Drakes Supplier Awards, and thank all of our supplier partners for their continued support and valued business relationship,” Mr Drake said.

Winners of the 2024 Drakes Supermarkets Supplier Awards

Grocery Account Manager of the Year Karlee Cindric – PepsiCo ANZ

Kristian Griffiths – Fonterra Australia

Fresh Foods Account Manager of the Year Aaron Drinkwater
The Guido Manzueto Memorial Award Warwick Meats
Product Launch of the Year Yummy Snacks Foods (Federick Street Finest Range)

Brunnings Garden Products (Les Burdett Lawn Food)

$8M+ Supplier of the Year PepsiCo ANZ
Non Fresh up to $8M Supplier of the Year Suntory Oceania
Non Foods Supplier of the Year The Clorox Company
Tobacco Supplier of the Year Imperial Brands Australasia
Dairy Supplier of the Year Fonterra Australia
Frozen Supplier of the Year Patties Food Group
Meat Supplier of the Year D.R. Johnston/JBS Australia
Deli & Seafood Supplier of the Year Don Smallgoods
Bakery Supplier of the Year Vili’s Family Bakery
Produce Supplier of the Year Yummy Snacks Foods
Ready to Eat Supplier of the Year Youfoodz
Support Services Supplier of the Year Arneg Oceania

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