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Kia Motors named among 100 most respected companies
By Odunewu Segun
Kia Motors Nigeria has been named among 100 most respected companies in Nigeria.
The prestigious award organised by Businessday, is a reward and recognition for companies who have thrived against all odds and prevalent economic challenges in Nigeria.
The companies were selected following a rigorous survey conducted by BusinesDay Research and Intelligence Unit (BRIU). Opinions of respondents, widely dispersed across the country, were rated on companies having the best advertising and branding, customer complaint resolution and product packaging.
Each respondent listed the top companies that have unmatched customer service in all spheres of Nigerian economy and Kia Motors Nigeria was named the best in the automobile industry.
“To be named among the top 100 most respected companies in Nigeria validate our path of delivering exceptional sales and service experience to our esteemed customers and allow us to stand out in a crowded market space. Kia Motors Nigeria is truly honoured to win this highly reputable business award. We are proud to offer a globally recognised brand that aligns with our commitment to quality and responsible corporate citizenship as this resonated with our core ethical values” said Guatam Hathiramani, Deputy Managing Director, Kia Motors Nigeria.
According to Frank Aigbogun, publisher/CEO, Businessday, “the year has been challenging for businesses. BusinessDay believe that if all the businesses are engaged in baking the cakes as the winners of the awards do, Nigeria will be a better, happier place”. He further stated that they have taken the task painstakingly, going round the country and asking the right questions about the brands and eventually the winners have lived up to their customers’ expectations in service delivery.
Gautam added that “It’s an honour to be selected by our customers and the judging panel of top industry influencers who understand one of the greatest challenges and opportunities facing businesses today. We will continue to lead the market in offering top-of-the-segment vehicles to our customers”.
In addition to the impressive Most Respected Companies accolade, Kia has continuously reeled in awards in 2015, including the Kia Rio’s Car of The Year award.
Kia Motors Nigeria has cultivated a progressive culture rooted in the heritage of the brand, maintaining authenticity and uniqueness, exceeding customer expectations, and activating customer ownership. The company is steadfastly expanding his customer-centric philosophy with exceeding customers’ expectation and unquenchable zest to creating the best experiences to customers at all touch points.
