Two national account managers from Finnforest beat off competition from thousands of contenders to become finalists in the National Sales Awards 2002.

Tom Tong was shortlisted for the Account Manager of the Year category and Darren Pack for Sales Trainer: Products.

Mr Tong was recognised for his work in directing and managing considerable growth and development with the DIY business while Mr Pack was acknowledged for driving the launch of Finnforest’s Timber Academy and programme for training events.

The annual awards are seen as a showcase of talent and achievement in the sales profession.