This past weekend, the 47th Annual Apparelmaster Conference brought together more than 100 enthusiastic attendees for an unforgettable experience at the iconic Rutherford Hotel in Nelson. From start to finish, the event was a vibrant celebration of connection, innovation, and excellence within our network.
The conference featured a dynamic lineup of industry speakers and expert presenters who shared their expertise. Their insights sparked lively discussions and inspired fresh ideas, leaving everyone energised and motivated for what lies ahead.
Saturday night’s gala dinner was a true showstopper. With a ‘gold standard’ theme, guests dressed to impress and embraced the spirit of the evening in style. It was a night of celebration, laughter, and well-deserved recognition as we honoured the remarkable achievements across the Apparelmaster network.
The energy, camaraderie, and inspiration that filled the weekend have set a high bar for the future. This year’s conference wasn’t just a gathering—it was a powerful reminder of the strength of our community and a shining example of what we can achieve together. Here’s to many more unforgettable moments to come!
The 47th Annual Apparelmaster Conference Award Winners are as follows:
Apparelmaster Supreme Business(es) of the Year – Pryors Apparelmaster & La Nuova Apparelmaster
Apparelmaster Runner Up Business of the Year – Master Valet Apparelmaster
Apparelmaster Branch with Biggest Growth by % over 12 Months – Counties Apparelmaster
Apparelmaster Supplier of the Year – Hard Yakka
Sales Achievement Award – Koren Lord, Apparelmaster Kaipara
Customer Service Representative of the Year – Noomi Johnsson, Apparelmaster Whangarei
Apparelmaster Rising Stars Winner 2025 - Barbara Pamatatau, Pryors Apparelmaster
Local Legend Award – Bruce Davidson, Diamond Apparelmaster
Apparelmaster Masters Golf Winner – Josh Chettleburgh, Safe T Tec
A huge congratulations and well done to all our worthy winners!
