This prestigious award celebrates Smollan’s long-term strategic partnership with Unilever, reflecting our consistent contributions to Unilever’s growth, innovation, and societal impact across diverse retail environments globally. What began as a single-store partnership in South Africa has evolved into a dynamic relationship spanning more than 20 countries, underpinned by trust, execution excellence, and shared purpose.

A Tribute to Smollan’s People-First Culture

Accepting the award on behalf of the entire Smollan team, CEO David Smollan shared heartfelt words of appreciation:

This award belongs first and foremost to our incredible people in the field. Every day, often in challenging conditions, you show up with dedication and commitment to ensure brands are not just present, but brilliantly executed in-store. Your hard work and passion are the foundation of our success.”

This recognition serves as a testament to Smollan’s people-first culture, where every individual’s commitment to excellence drives the company forward and cements its position as a leading retail execution partner worldwide.

A Legacy of Partnership and Execution Excellence

For over 40 years, Smollan has stood as a trusted, strategic partner to Unilever, delivering high-performance solutions across a complex and evolving retail landscape. This award highlights the power of partnership and the mutual success made possible through collaboration, innovation, and shared values.

Smollan’s unwavering focus on field team excellence, retail execution, and operational leadership ensures that global brands like Unilever are represented with distinction at the point of purchase.

Looking to the Future

As we reflect on this achievement, we extend our deep gratitude to Unilever for this honour and for their enduring partnership. We look forward to continuing our shared mission of delivering retail excellence, driving growth, and making a positive societal impact in every market we serve.