LONDON, December 2009 – Newham jeweller PureJewels was highly commended in the Retailer category at the Thames Gateway Business Awards 2009 and was commended in the Business category.
The awards, run by Archant media group in association with HSBC, took place on November 6 at the art deco inspired Troxy banqueting hall in east London.
The abundance of entries for the awards, which encompass businesses in southeast and east London, Essex and Kent, was overwhelming, organisers said.
“We’re delighted to receive the commendations. The awards made us look at our business in a more critical sense, and made us look at areas where we can develop our business further,” said PureJewels brand manager Jayant Raniga.
“These commendations give us recognition across boroughs in the Southeast, one of the most progressive regions of England. They give us more credibility from a client perspective.”
The awards had a record number of entries, from restaurants to graphic design companies, from sole traders to big companies with hundreds of employees.
As well as Retailer and Business, PureJewels was shortlisted in the Technology, Community and Customer Service categories.
Separately, the British Institute of Technology and E-Commerce has granted an award to Jayant Raniga for his contribution to business in Newham.
“Whilst there are many other strong candidates, the institute recognises your contribution as a businessman and entrepreneur, as a member of the Green Street Jewellers’ Association (GSJA), and your contributions to supporting students within Newham,” said Kelvin Jones, head of international relations at the body.
Jayant received his award at a dinner at the Institute in Newham attended by over 100 people on December 15.
“It was a great honour for us to have been recognised for our contribution to local business,” he said.
The GSJA groups jewellers in Green Street, Newham, who offer a mix of Eastern and Western styles.
The branding effort of the Green Street jewellers is focused on developing business opportunities before the 2012 Olympics, which will take place around east London.
Green Street jewellers are currently staging a draw with a £3,000 cash prize for the winner.
It is the first time that a prize draw has been offered by a group of retail jewellers in Britain.
Shoppers will receive a ticket for every £250 spent in participating Green Street shops. Each ticket will be entered in the draw. The draw runs until December 31.
Press enquiries:
Jayant Raniga, PureJewels, Tel. 0208-4701221, jayant@purejewels.com
Frequently asked questions
Which accolades did PureJewels receive at the Thames Gateway Business Awards 2009?
At the Thames Gateway Business Awards 2009, the East London jeweller PureJewels was highly commended in the Retailer category. Additionally, the brand was commended in the Business category during the same event. In addition to these prestigious commendations, the company successfully reached the shortlists for several other awards, which included the Technology, Community, and Customer Service categories.
These achievements are particularly notable as the event, run by the Archant media group in association with HSBC, received a record-breaking number of entries. The competition spanned various sectors across Southeast and East London, Essex, and Kent. Jayant Raniga, the brand manager, noted that the process prompted the business to evaluate its operations critically, identifying key areas for future growth and development while boosting credibility across the region.
Why was brand manager Jayant Raniga personally honoured by the British Institute of Technology and E-Commerce?
Jayant Raniga received a special award from the British Institute of Technology and E-Commerce in recognition of his significant contributions to business and entrepreneurship in the Newham area. The organisation highlighted his active involvement as a member of the Green Street Jewellers’ Association (GSJA), as well as his dedicated support for local students in Newham.
According to Kelvin Jones, the head of international relations at the institute, Jayant was selected from a strong field of candidates due to his outstanding commitment to the local business community. The honour was formally presented to him during a dinner at the Institute in Newham on December 15th, which was attended by over 100 people. Jayant expressed that it was a great honour for the company to be recognised for its contributions to local commerce.
What is the Green Street Jewellers’ Association and what do they specialise in?
The Green Street Jewellers’ Association, or GSJA, is a local business group that represents and unites the retail jewellers located on Green Street in the London Borough of Newham. The participating member shops are particularly known for offering a unique and diverse mix of jewellery styles, blending traditional Eastern designs with contemporary Western aesthetics.
The association operates with a unified branding and marketing strategy, which is heavily focused on developing and expanding regional business opportunities ahead of the major 2012 Olympic Games scheduled to take place in East London. By working collaboratively, the group aims to position the local area as a premier shopping destination for both local residents and international visitors who will be drawn to the capital for the global sporting event.
How can customers enter the Green Street jewellers’ cash prize draw?
Customers can participate in the prize draw by visiting and shopping at any of the participating Green Street jewellery stores during the promotional period. Shoppers will receive one entry ticket for every £250 that they spend in these participating shops. Each ticket earned will then be entered into a prize draw to win a cash prize of £3,000.
This initiative represents a historic moment for the industry, as it is the very first time that a collaborative prize draw has been organized and offered by a collective group of retail jewellers in Great Britain. This unique promotional campaign is scheduled to run throughout the festive season, with the final deadline for entries set for December 31st, 2009.
Who should journalists contact for press enquiries regarding these announcements?
For all media, press, and public relations enquiries regarding the business awards, the personal accolades, or the ongoing Green Street initiatives, journalists should contact Jayant Raniga directly. He is the brand manager for PureJewels and is the designated point of contact for the company’s media relations.
Members of the press can reach him by telephone at the office on 0208-4701221. Alternatively, email correspondence can be sent directly to his professional email address at jayant@purejewels.com. He can provide further details, commentary, or official statements regarding the brand’s recent commendations at the Thames Gateway Business Awards, his recognition by the British Institute of Technology and E-Commerce, and the collaborative promotional activities of the Green Street Jewellers’ Association.
