The Stunell Award

Celebrating Excellence

By honouring the Rt Hon. Lord Stunell OBE’s legacy through this award, the NHIC aims to foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the home improvement industry.

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The Rt Hon Lord Stunell OBE award recognises and celebrates NHIC members who make an exceptional and noteworthy contribution to driving positive change in the home improvement industry.

The recipient of this award is chosen through a meticulous selection process led by the NHIC board and working group chairs. The selection is based on the demonstrated impact and difference the member has made in the council’s work and the RMI sector.

The nominee’s efforts can address the challenges faced by the repair, maintenance and home improvement sector in several ways:

Promoting Sustainability
Advocating for Policy Changes
Enhancing Training and Education
Encouraging Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing
Driving Consumer Awareness and Engagement

Download the supporting Stunell Award PDF for full criteria and information.

Submit your nomination

Submit your nomination for this year’s Stunell Award

Please note that individuals nominated must be part of a business or organisation that are a current NHIC member.

Are you nominating an organisation or an individual? Are you nominating an organisation or an individual? Individual Organisation

Individuals Name

Individuals Position

Individuals Organisation (must be an NHIC member)

Organisation Name

Give an example of where your nominee has shown demonstrable impact: The nominee's contributions should have brought about a clear and substantial change within the home improvement sector. This might encompass initiatives, projects, or innovations that have positively influenced the industry.

Give an example of where your nominee has contributed to positive change: The nominee should have actively driven positive change within the industry. This could involve advocating for policy changes, promoting sustainable practices, or implementing initiatives that improve the quality and standards of home improvement.

Give an example of how your nominee has had an impact on the council: The nominee's work should have directly impacted the NHIC and its goals. This could include active participation in NHIC initiatives, collaboration with other members, and contributions to the Council's objectives.

Give an example of how your nominee has had an impact on the RMI Sector: The nominee's efforts should have had a broader impact on the entire repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) sector. This could involve influencing industry practices, promoting best practices, or driving innovation that benefits the RMI sector.

Give an example of how your nominee has shown commitment and dedication: The nominee should have demonstrated high commitment, dedication, and passion for the home improvement industry. This includes a track record of consistent effort and a long- term commitment to improving the industry.