Platinum Property Partners started its tenth year in business with a bang this week.
The January National Workshop and Awards Ceremony saw more than 200 franchise partners in attendance to kick-off 12 months of celebrations.
As always, the two-day event, held at the De Vere Staverton Estate in Daventry, was filled with great presentations from a range of keynote speakers, Power Team members and Head Office staff.
Economic strategist, Roger Martin-Fagg, made a return to discuss how the shock results of the EU referendum and US presidential election could impact the UK economy and property market.
He was followed by Moneyweek commentator, Bitcoin expert and comedian, Dominic Frisby, who shared some interesting facts about the UK tax system and made light of how it is the most complicated tax code in the world.
Specialist mortgage broker, BlueChip Financial, provided a market update and PPP's bespoke insurance provider, JELF, launched a new and exclusive private insurance product.
Some franchise partners also took to the stage to share tips on investing in smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and how to carry out a mid-tenancy refurbishment.
And former franchise partner, Gary Bassett, was welcomed back to share his story ten years after first joining the network.
On Monday evening, a noticeably slimmer Kriss Akabusi demonstrated how he'd been inspired by PPP's fitness and wellbeing club, Team Awesome, as he introduced this year's awards ceremony.
Kitted out from head to toe in true Great Gatsby style, the theme for the party, he told the network how PPP had not only shown him how to improve his long-term wealth, but also his health.
He handed over to Founder and Chairman, Steve Bolton, to present the awards, which again thanked all of the advocates and included two new entries this year - Power Team Member of the Year and Alumni Partner of the Year.
Everyone is now looking forward to the summer National Workshop which will act as the official tenth birthday party for PPP.
Congratulations to all of our winners listed below.
PPP Ambassador of the Year 2016
For their great case studies, contribution and all the help and assistance that they have provided to the sales and marketing team in promoting Platinum and supporting prospects in the joining process.
Platinum - Holly Yates Gold - Mark Greening Silver - Olaf Fetter & Jaqueline Standen
Give More Award 2016
This award is given to those who have spent a great deal of time and effort to raise money for, or contribute to, charity projects throughout the year.
Platinum - Alex Glass Gold - Tim Stevens Silver - Dan Coe
Contribution to the Network 2016
Those recognised in this category go the extra mile to help others in the network and support Head Office throughout the year.
Platinum - Vashti Bedwell Gold - Ian Narbeth Silver - Alex Glass
Best Newcomer 2016
Given to the franchise partners who have really thrown themselves into PPP life in their first year.
Platinum - Mark & Sue Hammond Gold - Stewart & Natalie Bennet Silver - Mark & Deborah Greening
Power Team Member of the Year 2016
Given to PPP's key supply and service partners in the Power Team who have gone over and above to help franchise partners as well as Head Office.
Platinum - Morris Crocker Gold - JELF
Special Recognition 2016
Chris and Teresa Brown were recognised for their ability to never give up or accept defeat when confronted with challenges after several property purchases fell through because of reasons outside of their control. They remained high spirited and positive throughout.
Anita Vernaschi Life & Soul Award 2016
Introduced to honour PPP Partner Anita, who sadly passed away in 2015 after a long battle with cancer, the award is given to real characters within the network who, like Anita, are consistently the life and soul of the party.
Louise Thompson
Alumni of the Year 2016
For those franchise partners who have reached the end of their initial agreement and continued to have a positive impact on the network and a proactive involvement in the business.
Platinum - Sally Timperley Gold - Kim & Steve Thorogood Silver - Kevin Lucyszyn
Partners' Franchise Partner of the Year 2016
Entirely decided by franchise partners themselves, this award speaks for itself!
Platinum - Mike & Clare Hedgecox Gold - Simon & Liz Whelan Silver - Bob & Lisa Gallop
Franchise Partner of the Year 2016
This award recognises people who embody all of PPP's core values. They are positive and focussed, support others in their region and the wider network, and have fabulous property portfolios.
Platinum - Chis & Jeremy Tetley Gold - Bill & Sarah Mann Silver - Ed & Bev Bembridge
