THE door industry journal winter 2025 30 Industry News Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Hörmann Partner Standard Awards Your Chance to Meet the Judges Hörmann has unveiled a short new video introducing the expert judging panel behind its prestigious Partner Standard Awards – and is reminding all Partner Standard dealers that ‘you’ve got to be in it to win it’! This year’s awards programme has been refreshed and expanded to include 12 diverse and equally weighted categories. The new structure ensures broader recognition for dealers of all sizes and specialisms, featuring awards from customer service excellence and business growth to outstanding showroom experiences and team spirit. Shortlisted finalists will be announced in November, leading up to the muchanticipated, in-person Awards Ceremony on 26th February 2026 at the Marriott Hotel, Leicester. This will truly be a night to remember - an evening of awards, dinner and dancing and the chance to mix with the great and the good of the garage door industry. Click here to https://youtube.com/shorts/Kop4g8tgMl8 or scan the QR code to meet this year’s esteemed judging panel. www.hormann.co.uk Aaron Clarke Promoted to National Account Manager at Garador Garador, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of garage doors and operators, is pleased to announce the promotion of Aaron Clarke to the role of National Account Manager. Aaron will report directly to Chris Hart, Director of Sales. Aaron has made a significant impact during his time as Area Sales Manager, demonstrating strong leadership, customer focus, and in-depth market expertise. His promotion to this national role reflects his consistent performance and the trust Garador places in his ability to manage and grow strategic relationships. In his new position, Aaron will be responsible for overseeing, developing, and growing Garador’s relationships with developers. He will act as a trusted adviser and the primary point of contact for the company’s key account developer business, ensuring that Garador continues to meet and exceed the expectations of its partners across the UK. Commenting on the promotion, Chris, Director of Sales, said: “Aaron has been instrumental in building strong regional partnerships, and we are excited to see him bring that same energy and strategic insight to a national level. His approach to account management aligns perfectly with Garador’s customer-first philosophy.” This promotion reflects Garador’s commitment to recognising internal talent and strengthening its commercial operations through experienced leadership. www.garadoor.co.uk
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