Steve Cocks of Lex Autolease has been named as the latest recipient of the Freddie Aldous Outstanding Contribution Award. Presented at the BVRLA Annual Dinner, the award recognises an individual leading the way in their support for the industry.
Each year, and in memory of the BVRLA Honorary Life President who passed away in 2017, the Freddie Aldous Outstanding Contribution award goes to a true advocate that is helping to drive the BVRLA and its members forward.
Presenting the award to Steve Cocks, BVRLA Chief Executive Gerry Keaney said: “Steve’s voice is consistently heard in the right places and his opinions are valued by all. None more so than in the BVRLA’s leasing broker committee, where Steve has been an active participant for over a decade. Such a long, consistent, powerful contribution cannot go unrecognised.
“Beyond that, his leadership in the sector has enabled significant BVRLA initiatives and programmes to come to life. Without Steve, the leasing broker governance programme and industry-leading e-learning platform would not be the healthy positions they are today.”
The 2024 Annual Dinner was another sell out, welcoming 850 delegates from across BVRLA membership. Through a small selection of awards and address from the association Chair, plus unparalleled networking opportunities and exceptional entertainment, it celebrates the contributions of the industry and the individuals that push progress.
A small number of those individuals were recognised with the ever-expanding Industry Hero Awards. Nominated by industry peers and colleagues, the awards recognise the outstanding efforts of colleagues and teams that could otherwise go unnoticed. The three winners named on the night were:
- Decarbonisation Driver award: Rachel Barrett, Athlon UK.
- Business Builder award: Robyn Adams, Radius Vehicle Solutions.
- Service Specialists award: Vehicle Administrations Team, Alphabet.
Opening the event, Jon Lawes, BVRLA Chair, said: “Tonight, we celebrate another record-breaking year of membership, with the highest number of vehicles operated by BVRLA members in over six years.
“Our market is forever moving. Despite facing daunting obstacles like parts and labour shortages and an impending General Election, BVRLA members you have shown strength and resilience.
“In the last year alone, we have seen regulatory changes impacting every single member, from Consumer Duty through to the ZEV Mandate. That is why the BVRLA is here for you, to provide the support and guidance to keep members and our industry ahead.
“Building on strong foundations, our association will continue to power our industry, delivering more training, bigger events, and stronger guidance.”
Sponsors for 2024 were BYD, Close Brothers Leasing, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Jaama, Radius Vehicle Solutions, United Rental Group, Vehicle Rental Services, Zen Auto, and Zenith. Donations were placed on the night in aid of Ben, raising over £4,000 to support the charity’s activities.
The BVRLA Annual Dinner will return on Thursday 6 March 2025.
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