VANCOUVER, May 17, 2019 /CNW/ - RYU Apparel Inc.
(TSX VENTURE: RYU.V, OTCQB: RYPPF), creators of
urban athletic apparel, is deeply thrilled to announce the Company
won the prestigious award as "Best Customer Experience
Initiative", at the World Retail Awards, which closed the
three-day World Retail Conference at the National Maritime Museum,
in Amsterdam - NED.
Last night in a star-studded gala in Amsterdam, RYU was recognized at the World
Retail Awards for creating the Best Customer Experience Initiative
in the world, picked from a shortlist including retail giants, such
as L'Occitane, Alibaba and Swarowsky. Winning this prominent award
firmly secures our place among global finalists in other categories
this year including Nike, lululemon, Gucci, Farfetch and Walmart.
It also confirms the quality of the initiatives the Company is
creating, in consideration of the fact that at the 2018 edition,
RYU was short-listed as finalist in two categories: "Best Retail
Start Up" and "Best Social Media Campaign" for our #OneMoreRep
initiative, in support of mental health issues.
Right from the start, Respect Your Universe envisioned that
sustained growth in the active lifestyle category focuses on
driving the customer experience. Through innovative Customer
Experience Initiatives, we have successfully made each RYU retail
location a Brand Experience Centre where people feel welcome,
respected, included, and part of something bigger than
themselves.
"The importance of this award is unprecedented, for a Company
like ours", said Marcello Leone, CEO
of RYU. "The World Retail Awards has become one of the most
important events in our industry, it features worldwide known
companies, for which we have nothing but the utmost Respect: being
amongst those peers is breathtaking. Being recognized for 'Best
Customer Service Initiative' reflects our vision of having our
guest in the center of the entire experience".
Here is just some of the impact that RYU have generated in our
communities:
- Hosted over 3,000 unique in-store experiences
- Directly impacted over 50,000 people through a variety of
experiential initiatives
- Currently hosts over 40 free Sweat Club classes, attended by over
250 guests every week
- Supported over 300 community impact initiatives
- Engaged with over 300,000 people through a variety of Community
Events
"It's been an astonishing week for RYU, winning two awards, very
different for location and impact, but most importantly, for two of
our core values" continued Marcello
Leone. "The Global Entrepreneurship Award won in
Vancouver speaks about the
entrepreneurial spirit we encourage and that makes us push every
day for innovating the business world, while the World Retail Award
celebrates the Community Experience we create in our stores and
with our people, which is at the heart of what we do".
About the World Retail Awards
Launched in 2007, the World Retail Awards have been recognizing
the very best retailers and retail initiatives for over a
decade.
Winning an award aligns your business with the world's most
visionary, influential retailers (and past winners) including
Tommy Hilfiger, Sephora and The Body
Shop. The categories offer an opportunity for your success and
achievements to be recognized as the best in the global retail
industry.
About RYU
Respect Your Universe is an award-winning urban athletic apparel
and accessories brand engineered for the fitness, performance and
lifestyle of the athletic man and woman. Designed without
compromise for fit, comfort, and durability, RYU exists to
facilitate human performance. For more information, visit:
http://ryu.com
On Behalf of the Board
RYU APPAREL INC.
"Marcello
Leone"
Marcello Leone,
CEO, President and Chairman of the Board
Tel: 604-235-2880
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