The winners of the FIS Fit-Out Futures Awards were announced yesterday at Plaisterers Hall in London.  The event, which was attended by some 300 FIS members and guests, is held annually to celebrate the outstanding contributions and achievements of individuals, who have demonstrated excellence, dedication and commitment to their personal development, organisation and the finishes and interiors community.  There are four categories – Apprentice of the Year, Outstanding Employee, Future Leader and the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

Apprentice of the Year

Kennya Horton – Apprentice Carpenter, Stortford Interiors (UK)
Lewis Round – Plastering Apprentice, Roseville Contracts

Outstanding Employee

Tony Waistell – Site Supervisor, Thomas Interiors
Lee Jones – Assistant Surveyor, Manorcraft Interiors

Future Leader

Robbie Ritchie – Heritage Assistant, Locker and Riley (Fibrous Plastering)
Lee Moore – Site Manager, Stortford Interiors

Lifetime Achievement

Julie Anderson – Design Director, Rap Interiors