FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SALEM, MASS., November 16, 2017–Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting has received the prestigious Massachusetts Retailer of the Year Award from the Retailers Association of Massachusetts.
"'Retailer of the Year'-worthy businesses are those that continuously go above and beyond to provide their customers with an exceptional product, unparalleled service, and that demonstrate originality in all they do," the Retailers Association of Massachusetts said of the award.
Judges visit nominees' businesses and retail locations, and give the award based on factors such as attentive customer service, attention to detail, creative store design, and visual interest.
"We are honored to be named Retailer of the Year," said Julie Arcari Cook, CEO of Landry & Arcari. "All of us at Landry & Arcari take intense pride in what we do–we love rugs and we strive each day to provide a seamless and exceptional customer experience. We sincerely thank our valued customers and employees as well as the Retailers Association of Massachusetts for its continued support of the Bay State's retail community."
The Retailers Association of Massachusetts awards were presented on Thursday, November 16, 2017, at the annual Association's luncheon at the Conference Center at Bentley University in Waltham at noon.
Governor Charlie Baker delivered the keynote address and weeknight news and business anchor Mike Nikitas of New England Cable News Network (NECN) presented the Awards.
About Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting
Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting offers the largest and most diverse selection of fine rugs and carpeting in New England. Founded in 1938, the family-owned and operated company has showrooms in historic Salem, Boston's Back Bay, and on Route 9 in Framingham.
Landry & Arcari's vast selection of handwoven rugs includes fine antiques, formal and traditional designs, tribal rugs, kilims, Tibetan and other contemporary rugs. The company's also offers an extensive inventory of wall-to-wall, stair runners, and area rugs, including all-wool, sisal and seagrass. Landry & Arcari also employs an expert, in-house installation team.
About the Retailers Association of Massachusetts Awards
The Retailers Association of Massachusetts Awards were introduced in 1998 by retail expert Rick Segel, retail trainer, distinguished author and a 2010 inductee into Retailers Association of Massachusetts' Retail Hall of Fame. Developed as a way to acknowledge retail excellence in the Bay State, the Awards have grown in popularity during the past 19 years. Throughout their history, the Retailers Association of Massachusetts Awards have honored small and large retailers, start-ups and established companies, identifying uncovering the myriad success stories across the Bay State.