Franchise India 2010, the 8th edition of Asia’s Biggest Franchise and Retail show held its Franchise and Star Retailer Awards night on 12th December 2010. The award night was a splendid show boasting the presence of most reputed names in the franchise and retail industry. The breathtaking event hosted by Shruti Seth showcased grand performance by popular singer, Jasbir Jassi and dance performance by Russian troupe.
Franchise India Awards 2010 and Star Retailer Awards are the most credible and prestigious recognitions in the industry since last eight years. Taking the lead was ‘The Franchisor of the Year’ that went to Raymond Limited and RE/MAX India was awarded the ‘The Master Franchise Award’. Star Retail Awards 2010, tabulated by Ernst & Young, Madura Fashion and Lifestyle Ltd were awarded as the ‘Fashion Retailer of the Year’ for their outstanding work in the segment. ‘The Food and Grocery Retailer of the Year’ award went to Food Bazaar and ‘Department Store of the Year’ went to Shoppers Shop Limitedin retail category. ‘Entrepreneur of the Year’ award was bestowed to Harkirat Singh of Woodland while EuroKids's Women Entrepreneur was given to Lina Ashar, Founder, Kangaroo Kids. The IFA's Award-Contribution in franchising was given to Prajod Rajan, VP, Eurokids while Chhabra555 was awarded as the ‘Emerging Company of the Year’. Award for Business leadership was given to Safal. Nanette D'souza of Brainworks was awarded the ‘Franchise Professional of the Year’ while Mexus Education Pvt. Ltd was awarded as the ‘Debutant Franchisor of the Year’. Best in category franchisor award in F&B sector was given to Kwality Walls Swirls and Subway. ICICI Securities Limited received award in the financial service sector while Cadd Centre Training services Pvt. Ltd, Aptech Ltd and Everonn Education Limited were awarded in the education sector. Planet Fashions, Gitanjali Jewellery Retail Pvt Ltd, TTK Prestige Limited, NEXT were awarded as the best in category-franchisor in segments of Retail Fashion, Retail Lifestyle, Retail-Specialty and Retail-Value. The award in the category of health, beauty and wellness was given to Gold Gym. Dr Lal Pathlabs Pvt. Ltd was bestowed with Customer Service Award.
Speaking on the occasion, Gaurav Marya, President Franchise India said, “We are immensely glad to honor the best of brands for the best of practices and for their respective contributions in the industry, through our influential awards in both franchise and retail categories. Over the years, the platform has gained immense prominence and just the participation of over 325 brands showcases the strength in the industry.”
