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Retailer Joyalukkas wins RetailME ICONS award

10 august 2021
Joyalukkas, the global retailer chain, was recently awarded the coveted RetailME ICONS award as an acknowledgment of their pioneering leadership in the business of retail in Mena, as per a report in the www.thepeninsulaqatar.com
Joy Alukkas, Chairman, of Joyalukkas Group, received the award from Laila Mohammed Suhail, CEO, Alliance and Partnership, Dubai Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing in the presence of John Paul Alukkas, Managing Director, Joyalukkas Jewellery - International Operations in a glittering function in Dubai.
Joy Alukkas said that this is yet another recognition for the world’s favourite honour from the region’s leading media that is exclusively dedicated to the retail industry. “Awards are a recognition for the efforts we put in our business and I am happy to note that we have been bestowed with this great honour. As I understand, there were stringent guidelines in the selection process and the awardees were selected based on nominations received, jury scoring, and editorial selection,” said Joy Alukkas.
“We always strive to provide an unmatched retail experience to our valued customers and this award reinforces our commitment. All our retail showrooms are equipped to provide a distinct experience that makes our customers experience our wide range of exquisite gold and diamond jewellery leading to an experience that transcends normal customer satisfaction. We owe this recognition to our valued customers, our business associates, and the entire team,” Joy pointed out after receiving the award.

Aruna Gaitonde, Editor in Chief of the Asian Bureau, Rough&Polished