Community & Business
6 September, 2023
Local health guru wins national award
A FRIENDLY smile and a love of health has secured local “health guru” Jessica Paton a prestigious WholeLife Spotlight Award at the annual National Pharmacies Supplier of the Year Awards.
The Mareeba WholeLife Pharmacy employee was nominated for the award by head pharmacist Bianca Hope, who was also nominated for pharmacist of the year.
The Spotlight Award recognises the important contribution Jessica makes to WholeLife and the dedication and commitment to strive for excellence in leadership, customer service, store operations, promotional execution, and marketing.
The part-time employee and full-time mother said she didn’t expect to be nominated for the award as she only worked three days a week.
“I thought they were kidding, but it was really nice to hear and really exciting, especially since I had just come off 12 months of maternity leave,” Jessica said.
“I thought it was pretty special to think someone thought of me enough to nominate me.
“I was pretty excited, and I think it is just nice validation for the things I do.”
When being announced as the winner of the Spotlight award, Jessica was described by the MC as a “dedicated and vibrant” member of the team, “whether she's offering personalised guidance, patiently answering questions, or simply brightening someone's day with her cheerful demeanour”.
Now, with her award shining in her home, she is back in the store helping those who need it most.
She believes she will stay with Mareeba WholeLife “forever” and will continue to grow and learn in her role.
