The Isle of Wight’s van driving businesses, no matter what their trade or profession, could be in with a chance of winning either a 3-year van lease or £5,000 cash, as well as the business boosting title Vanarama Van Hero 2017.
The Vanarama Van Hero Awards 2017 operated by vehicle leasing company, Vanarama, is recognising the hard work and dedication of the UK’s 4 million van drivers. The awards, which are in their second year, celebrate the diversity of van and pick up drivers in the UK.
Caroline Richmond of Vanarama Isle of Wight asks:
“What is a van hero? It’s not just our valued tradespeople that are the backbone of our nation, the UK’s on-demand economy means more and more people view van and pick up drivers as their heroes, as they’re constantly satisfying peoples’ demand for one-click purchase and convenient delivery. Not to mention the many businesses from dog walkers to Personal Training instructors who provide invaluable services using a van or pick up to operate their day to day business.
“Far too often van drivers get a bad press but the majority are hardworking family people running their own business. We want to celebrate their entrepreneurialism and reward them.”
Last year saw husband and wife dream team, Rachel and Lee Greenley of North Wales scoop the Van Hero title for their outstanding customer service and selfless work in their community. The couple are now reaping the financial and publicity rewards of entering the competition.
Vanarama is encouraging local van or pickup driving businesses to enter the awards. Whether they have gone above and beyond for their customers, mentored an amazing assistant or perhaps worked hard for charity or community, most businesses have a positive story to tell. The entry deadline is 31st July 2017.”
The Van Hero competition is open until 31st July 2017, with entries to be submitted at www.vanarama.co.uk/vanheroes.
