The Bethlehem arm of the Coffee Club has won the Westpac Franchisee of the Year award for the third successive year. Coffee Club Bethlehem also won the Food and Beverage - Best Franchisee sub-category award.
The annual awards were announced at an event in Auckland on Saturday attended by more than 230 members of the Franchise Association of NZ and guests.
The judges said the decision was challenging, but said franchisees Ivy and William Joe had stepped up performance to yet another level.
"By combining a proven comprehensive franchise system with innovative ideas they continually retain and expand their customer base," said the judges, who were also impressed by the way the couple gave back to the community.
"Although challenged by their physical location, TCC Bethlehem has strategically built strong customer relationships to continue to grow their business and deliver great results," said the judges.