The ballot is stronger than the bullet This is a fabulous industry, full of people all doing some amazing jobs to the best of their ability. So let’s celebrate their achievements at a big Party at the end of September. Yes people, this is the start of my annual nudging …
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The BMJ Industry Awards 2026 – the only merchanting awards that is decided by a popular vote – is now open for voting. The nominations and entries have been checked and verified, and the online voting portal can be accessed here. The industry is invited to make its choice from …
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BMJ is delighted to announce that award-winning impressionist Jon Culshaw is to take to the stage in September as the host of this year’s BMJ Industry Awards. The inimitable master of comedic guise, Culshaw is widely regarded as Britain’s best impressionist, and comes with a resume showcasing his strengths as …
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The deadline to enter the 2026 BMJ Industry Awards is closing this Friday. To be in with a chance of winning one of the most sought-after awards this September, go to www.bmjindustryawards/enter and nominate your choices now. It’s the easiest thing to do; there are no lengthy submissions statements required, …
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Thursday 25th September saw the return of the BMJ Industry Awards lunch, taking place this year at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Tower Bridge, in London. The BMJ Industry Awards are a celebration of excellence from across the builders’ merchants sector. These awards shine a light on the incredible brands, merchants …
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Each player must accept the cards life deals him or her: once they are in hand, he or she alone must decide how to play the cards in order to win the game. It’s that time of year again when a grizzled old hack’s fancy turns lightly to thoughts of …
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The list of Finalists in the 2025 BMJ Industry Awards, the industry awards programme that’s voted on by the industry, has been revealed. The winners will be revealed at the BMJ Industry Awards Lunch on September 25th at the Leonardo Royal Hotel Tower Bridge, in London. Tickets and tables …
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The 2025 BMJ Industry Awards are now open for voting at www.bmjindustryawards.co.uk/vote. The people and companies listed below have been nominated for inclusion by their peers, colleagues, customers and even competitors. The finalists list will be published Once you have cast your vote for your favourites in as many categories …
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The deadline for entry to the BMJ Industry Awards 2025 has been extended to MAY 12. You have FIVE DAYS to get your nominations and entries in for the only merchant awards programme that truly reflects the opinions of the industry, because it’s voted for by the people who work …
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Be not afraid of greatness. Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon ’em. There is so much out there that’s a bit grim and depressing, even though we are in Spring, the season of rebirth and new growth. The Trump tariffs are tanking the …
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