European Office Products Awards (EOPA) 2021

The European Office Products Awards 2021 – now in their 20th year

It has never been more important to recognise resilience, innovation and the thriving community spirit that makes our industry so special.

The EOPA 2021 are slightly different, with a reduced number of categories, but as always these awards recognise and celebrate the companies and people that continue to lead during these challenging times.

EOPA 2021 Winners
Congratulations to the winners of the EOPA 2021!

Business Product of the Year
3M – Scotch Flex & Seal Shipping Roll

Reseller of the Year
Printus/OTTO Office

Wholesaler of the Year
JGBM

Vendor of the Year
Essity

Professional of the Year
Dan Fati, SC Dacris Impex

Industry Achievement
Dr Richard Scharmann, PBS Holding

The full shortlist for the EOPA 2021 is as follows.
Congratulations to all the finalists!

Business Product of the Year

• 3M – Scotch Flex & Seal Shipping Roll
• ACCO Brands – Leitz TruSens Z-3000
• Avery – Avery Protect Antimicrobial Film Labels
• Exacompta Clairefontaine – Clean’Safe Range              
• Renz – AIR2COLOR    

Reseller of the Year

• Amazon
• Böttcher
• Bureau Vallée
• Printus/OTTO Office                 

Wholesaler of the Year

• ADVEO
• JGBM
• PBS Holding
• Quantore

Vendor of the Year

• ACCO Brands EMEA
• Durable
• Essity
• Fellowes Brands

Professional of the Year & Industry Achievement
No shortlist 

Categories

Entries are now closed

Business Product of the Year
This category is open to any product sold via the European business supplies sector that has continued to succeed in a difficult market. The judges are looking for evidence of innovation, quality, functionality and above all commercial success.

This category is open to products launched within the last two years.

Vendor of the Year
Reseller of the Year
Wholesaler of the Year
These awards will recognise companies that have successfully adapted to the challenges of the current pandemic. Judges will focus on organisations that have diversified, innovated and evolved their business model to succeed in a competitive and rapidly changing market.

Professional of the Year 
We are looking for an exceptional individual who has consistently shown their ambition, dedication and effectiveness. The panel will consider leadership ability, professionalism and direct contribution to the success of their business.

Industry Achievement
This prestigious accolade acknowledges the achievements of someone truly unique who will be recognised for their outstanding leadership, business performance and significant impact on our industry. 

How to enter                                           entries are no longer being accepted

• Complete an online entry form for each category you wish to enter
• The closing date for entries has been extended to 7 January 2021
• We accept entries from any business supplies organisation operating in Europe
• To enter your company or product for an award, simply complete an entry form online – opening soon
• You can enter as many categories as you wish and it is free to take part
• Only information provided on the entry form will be sent to the judges
• Should we require a product sample or additional information we will contact you in advance of the judging
• Winners will be announced in March 2021

Nominations
We accept nominations in all awards categories. If you think an outstanding company or individual deserves to be recognised you can make a nomination online, or email your nominations to awards@opi.net
 

Judges

The EOPA will be judged by a panel of executives from all industry sectors, including:

Dennis Albers, Head of Purchasing and Category Management, Quantore
Raphael Carlioz, European Key Account Manager, Pilot Corporation of Europe
Jolanda de Vries, European Key Account Manager, 3M
Paul Gouka, Vice President EMAC & International Sales, ACCO Brands Europe
Jeffrey-James Köhler, International Key Account Director, Newell Brands
Aidan McDonough, CEO, Integra Business Solutions
Debbie Nice, Merchandise Director, VOW Wholesale
Franz Ratzenberger, Head of International Sales & Marketing, COLOP
Matthias Schumacher, Director International Sales & Key Account Management Consumer & Craftsmen Division, tesa
Jonathan Smith, Avery
Scott Walker, Category & Commercial Operations Director, OT Group
James Webb, Vice President, Central Europe & EU Marketing, Fellowes Brands
Burkhard Wessel, Vice President Sales, Mayer-Kuvert network
Pieter Wolters, Vice President, Vendor Management & Procurement, Staples Solutions

If you would be interested in joining the judging panel in the future please contact awards@opi.net