Quooker, in partnership with the Kitchen Bathroom Bedroom Specialist Association (KBSA), has launched a five-year support package for independent kitchen retailers in the UK.
The KBSA and Quooker have been partners for over a year. The boiling water tap specialist is one of several corporate sponsors who have a shared aim to help drive consumers into independent kbb showrooms.
Quooker has given a generous six-figure investment and a five-year support plan that will help the KBSA inject growth into the market and expand its retail membership. The two companies are “committed to protecting, supporting and growing” the KBB sector and to become the authoritative and political voice for the independent sector, as well as a centre for training and education.
Quooker managing director Stephen Johnson said: “Having grown up in the KBB industry and as a long-standing supporter of the independent kitchen retail sector, I passionately believe there is a communal responsibility of support wherever possible. At Quooker, we are therefore committed to helping the industry with our resources and expertise.
“We look forward to partnering closely with the KBSA and its board to strengthen this vital trade association. Working together to build a war chest to support the independent dealer network, it is my hope that we can encourage people to invest in independent showrooms across the country.”
KBSA national chair Richard Hibbert said: “This major package, which will benefit not only KBSA members but a global audience of independent retailers, will reach a massive audience and provide a huge boost to business. We are immensely grateful to Quooker for their continued support and hope that others will join them in coming forward.”