The British Veterinary Receptionist Association (BVRA) has announced that Kendall Clee from Blacks Vets in Dudley has won its first Veterinary Receptionist of the Year award.

The Association had over 100 entries for the awards from both veterinary staff and clients. The two runners-up were Laurie Williams from Vets4Pets, Hereford in second place and Kristin Hardin from Maven Vets, North Cheam in third place.

The winners were chosen by an independent judging panel who, despite the high standard of entries, all chose the same top three finalists. Each received an award, certificate and vouchers.

Kendall Clee said: "It’s absolutely amazing to win. Everyone at my practice is a joy to work with, so they’ve played a part in this too, as they make my job easier."

Kay Watson-Bray, who founded the BVRHA with Brian Faulkner, said: "We’ve had such a fantastic response from colleagues and clients wanting to recognise the efforts of their veterinary receptionists.

"The stories they shared were really heart-warming and it was clear that not only are veterinary receptionists appreciated, they make a considerable contribution to practice success.

"We’ll be sending everyone nominated a certificate to mark their achievements and would like to extend our thanks to anyone who took the time to nominate their favourite veterinary receptionist.”

For more information, visit: www.bvra.co.uk.

Photo: Left to right, Kendall Clee, Brian Faulkner, Kay Watson-Bray

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