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Value Award Winners 2023

08 December 2023

Value Employees Winner 2023

Tracey Murrell
Retail & Fuels, Gqeberha

BKB values humility, integrity, and respect, celebrating achievements with dignity and empowering growth through innovation and collaboration for collective success.

“To receive a nomination from your colleagues for value employees award is a huge achievement. Tracey’s contributions are behind the scene and not often recognised but her dedication and commitment to excellence is nothing short of exemplary. Her dedication to BKB is a true testament to the impact that a customer-centric approach can have on our entire organisation.”

Yolanda Colesky – Purchasing & Supply Manager (Non Agri)

Service Excellence Winner 2023

Shereen Viljoen
Wool & Mohair, Gqeberha

At BKB, we value Service Excellence, acknowledging this individual's commitment and the support of all those who contribute to our collective success. Putting clients first, even the smallest actions can have a significant impact.

“We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Shereen, for two decades, devoted to service and we take pride in having her as a cornerstone for our wool department. Shereen Viljoen, a true inspiration to us all, well done and thank you for your effort.”

Leon du Plessis - Wool Auctioneer

Encourage Entrepreneurship Winner 2023

Thinus Nel
GrainCo, Bloemfontein

Opportunity awaits us. We nurture a culture of constant renewal, encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit, fresh solutions, and open idea sharing. True impact comes from within. Be proactive, innovative problem solvers shaping a brighter future together.

“Thinus, I am very proud that you are here today and I can see the contribution that you have made. Thank you very much for your contribution, I am proud of you, and I think you got a long run still at BKB.”

Andre du Toit - Managing Director PaKHouse Brands

Encourage Entrepreneurship Winner 2023

Louis Bester
Retail & Fuels, Standerton

“Putting his clients first, you will seldom find Louis at the shop, you will find him on-farm with the farmers more than 75% of the time. It is not surprising that 36 people nominated Louis for this award.”

Jacques van Niekerk – General Manager Retail & Fuels

Drive Earnings Winner 2023

Nelco van der Westhuizen
Retail & Fuels, East London

Prosperity is within reach. Profit drives our business, fostering growth and job opportunities. At BKB, we prioritise cost-effective, sustainable practices for the benefit of all stakeholders. Each of us holds the responsibility to contribute responsibly, ensuring a healthy financial position for job stability and a promising future. Profitability requires collective effort from all of us.

“In the last year, Nelco has grown the profitability by 160% and in the last 2 years by 495% of the branch, furthermore Nelco was the second best inventory management branch for the past year and has been recently promoted to run our newly acquired business in Transkei and East London.”

Jacques van Niekerk – General Manager Retail & Fuels