Monday 21 November 2022 04:08 AM Kmart legend Travis Martin given award for International Men's Day trends now

Monday 21 November 2022 04:08 AM Kmart legend Travis Martin given award for International Men's Day trends now
Monday 21 November 2022 04:08 AM Kmart legend Travis Martin given award for International Men's Day trends now

Monday 21 November 2022 04:08 AM Kmart legend Travis Martin given award for International Men's Day trends now

Iconic 'Kmart legend' wins award after making it his mission to turn shopper's frowns into smiles when he welcomes them to the store - and gives ALL the money to charity Travis Martin given $2,000 community award for International Men's Day Kmart greeter has become a celebrity for his friendly and animated personality  Thousands of customers rushed to social media to show support for Mr Martin 

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An extremely popular retail worker at an Australian Kmart store has been recognised with a $2,000 award for 'never failing to make customers smile' - and he gave the money to charity.

Travis Martin can be found on most days near the front of Cairns Central Kmart in North Queensland where he greets customers and helps out with their shopping.

The friendly giant was nominated on a shortlist by the shopping centre to recognise unsung heroes for International Men's Day and on Friday claimed the top spot after receiving a flood of votes - 3,000 ahead of the runner-up.

'Travis has become a well-known member of the community and is a customer service hero thanks to his bubbly energy and welcoming nature,' the centre said.

It added that he

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