ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS BAHRAIN CELEBRATES REGIONAL AWARDS WIN WITH TWO PRESTIGIOUS ACCOLADES
'Receiving the 'Entertain' and 'Customer Centricity' awards is a true honour and a reflection of our dedication to delivering extraordinary, personalised experiences. At Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bahrain, we take great pride in creating deeply immersive client journeys, ensuring every interaction embodies the marque's pursuit of excellence. I sincerely thank the passionate team for demonstrating strong commitment, and I look forward to achieving even greater success together.'
Rashid Z. Alzayani, Managing Director Euro Motors Bahrain
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bahrain has been recognised with two prestigious awards – 'Entertain' and 'Customer Centricity' – at the 2024 Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Regional Dealer Conference, celebrating the dealership's dedication to delivering exceptional client experiences and personalised luxury service. Held annually, the Regional Dealer Conference brings together Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East and Africa authorised dealers to celebrate outstanding achievements across key business areas. The awards are presented across five categories – 'Engage,' 'Entertain,' 'Retain,' 'Customer Centricity,' and the newly introduced 'Spectre Social Media Reel Competition' – each recognising excellence in different aspects of business performance and client engagement. Presented in Dubai by Julian Jenkins, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Director of Sales & Brand, and James Crichton, Regional Director of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Middle East & Africa, these accolades highlight Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bahrain's unwavering commitment to excellence. The 'Entertain' award recognises the dealership's commitment to providing an exceptional client experience, tailored to the bespoke demands of the most discerning clientele. With meticulous attention to detail and an in-depth understanding of their clients' unique desires, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Bahrain continues to set new standards for high-touch, luxury experiences, reinforcing the marque's hallmark pursuit of excellence. The 'Customer Centricity' award reflects the dealership's commitment to putting clients at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every interaction embodies the marque's dedication to world-class service.
These accolades underscore the dealership's unwavering commitment to enhancing the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars experience, ensuring clients across the region experience unparalleled luxury, personalised service, and exceptional craftsmanship.
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