Franchise convenience chain, 7-Eleven has announced Paul Wallace, assistance brand manager and Shane Byrne, category manager, as finalists in the Peter Jowett Industry Award.

Presented by the Australia Association of Convenience Stores (AACS), the Peter Jowett Industry Award is an opportunity for AACS members who can present insight, innovation and an understanding of current and future challenges and trends facing convenience retailing.

Both finalists joined 7-Eleven as graduates three years ago. I’ve learned so much in my three years working at 7-Eleven and making it through to the finals in these awards reaffirms my conviction and passion for this industry, said Byrne.

7-Eleven CEO, Warren Wilmot said, We are very proud of Shane and Paul for making it to the finals. They both did a fantastic job and we would like to congratulate them for their massive effort in making it so far.

In the past, we have had many team members represented in these prestigious awards, and have even had some winners.  We’re always very pleased to support and sponsor our team members in these awards – they are a great learning and development opportunity.