Poolwerx franchise partners and regular award winners Prue and Malcolm Price have taken out the 2024 Poolwerx Franchise Partner of the Year Award at the annual gala.
The couple’s Poolwerx Upper North Shore, NSW store achieved outstanding business success – the second time the pair has won the top award.
“Receiving the Franchise Partner of the Year Award for the second time is an incredible honour,” said Malcolm Price.
The business also won awards for Innovation & Entrepreneurial Excellence, Top Sales over $3m, the NSW & ACT Franchise Partner of the Year, and team member Aiden Jarvis was named Employee of the Year.
“This achievement is a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire team. We are proud to continue delivering exceptional service and to be part of a franchise that values innovation and excellence,” Price said.
Winning franchise partners delivered exceptional results
“Our success is rooted in a deep understanding of business fundamentals that extend beyond the pool industry. By leveraging the skills acquired in our previous careers and applying them strategically, we’ve been able to navigate challenges, seize opportunities, and drive consistent growth. This approach has been crucial in expanding our footprint and delivering exceptional results year after year.”
The awards top a particularly successful 12 months for the Prices’ business which set a new Poolwerx sales record for financial year 2024.
Poolwerx CEO, Nic Brill, praised the pair for continued pursuit of excellence and innovative business practices.
“Prue and Malcolm continue to set a benchmark for excellence within the Poolwerx network,” Brill said.
“Their strategic acumen and commitment to delivering top-tier service have propelled their business to remarkable heights. They have demonstrated a relentless drive to innovate and improve, ensuring the success of their stores against a challenging economic backdrop.”
The annual Poolwerx convention brought together 320 franchisees from Australia and New Zealand, and suppliers, to celebrate exceptional achievements.
Poolwerx 2024 award winners included
- Retail Store of the Year – Poolwerx Jimboomba, QLD
- New Retail Store of the Year – Poolwerx Dural, NSW
- Brand Excellence – Poolwerx Castle Hill, NSW
- The Shane Doyle Rising Star – Poolwerx Caloundra, QLD
- Most Improved – Poolwerx Gladstone, QLD
- Commercial Business of the Year – Poolwerx Surfers Paradise, QLD
- Top Sales Under $3M – Poolwerx Coffs Harbour
- Top Mobile Sales (Single Territory) – Poolwerx Wavell Heights, QLD
- Top Retail Sales (Single Territory) – Poolwerx Dubbo, NSW
- Woman of the Year – Michelle Benett, Poolwerx Christchurch, NZ
- The Garth Parker NZ FP of the Year – Poolwerx Christchurch
- Brisbane South, FNQ, Northern NSW, NT FP of the Year – Poolwerx Mt Gravatt
- Brisbane North, Central Queensland FP of the Year – Poolwerx Albany Creek
- Victoria & Tasmania FP of the Year – Poolwerx Mill Park
- Western Australian FP of the Year – Poolwerx Applecross
- South Australian FP of the Year – Poolwerx Tea Tree Gully
Brill praised the depth of talent within the Poolwerx network, highlighting its pivotal role in driving the brand’s growth and expansion.
“The significant achievements of our franchise partners this year are a testament to the strength and diversity of our network. Our network has never been stronger, and as we continue to celebrate these successes, we are excited to harness this momentum, paving the way for continued growth and expansion across the Poolwerx brand.”
