The Retail Council of Canada (RCC) has named Winnipeg’s Diamond Gallery the winner of the Excellence in Retail Awards (ERA) 2017 Independent Retailer of the Year. This award is given to a retailer who had made substantial contributions to their local community.
“Diamond Gallery is an exceptional retailer who is well known for its remarkable craftsmanship of custom heirloom jewellery as it is for its outstanding commitment to its customers and community,” said Diane J. Brisebois, president and CEO of RCC. “We are so proud to honour Diamond Gallery with this award as they embody the true spirit of entrepreneurship and community service, and are a genuine ambassador of the retail industry.”
Diamond Gallery co-owners Allan, Anita, and Lisa Malbranck have worked with local charities and non-profit organizations in Winnipeg for years. Their commitment to community involvement includes serving on local boards and hosting various in-store event.
Established by the Malbrancks in 1992, the Diamond Gallery is dedicated to creating quality customer experiences. “Local shops and boutiques help contribute to the charm of what makes the many Winnipeg neighbourhoods unique,” says Lisa Malbranck.
Indeed, the Diamond Gallery’s reputation has earned it many accolades including the privileged of being the first Canadian jewellery store featured as one of America’s Coolest Jewellery Stores in 2010, and was the recipient of the Canadian Independent Jeweller of the Year Award in 2013.
