At EWES we have many reasons to be proud of our employees and owners. This time we are especially proud of our co-owner Anders Cederquist, who has been named Bredaryd Resident of the Year 2026.
The 'Bredaryd Resident of the Year' award recognises Anders' long-standing and extensive commitment to Bredaryd. The citation highlights in particular his contributions to BLIK (Bredaryd Lanna IK), where over the years he has contributed both sponsorship and great personal commitment. But also something that extends far beyond club life: his willingness to help the people around him, at work, in the club and privately.
“Tough, but always gives everyone a chance”, reads the citation. A description that says a lot about why Anders is now receiving the award.
For us at EWES, it is of course especially gratifying that one of our own is recognised for his commitment to the community where EWES has had its roots since 1935.
Huge congratulations, Anders – Bredaryd Resident of the Year 2026!
Anders, through the eyes of his daughter Alma
Alma Cederquist is Anders' daughter and the fourth generation at EWES. She knows him both as a father and through the family business, perhaps better than most. We asked her to tell us about the person behind the award and what Bredaryd means to him.
How did you (and the family) feel when your dad was named Bredaryd Resident of the Year?
– I was very proud, and I think the rest of the family felt exactly the same. We really think he deserves it. Both the family at home and the “EWES family” were probably a little extra happy and proud for him. It's really nice that what he does and the commitment he puts in is being recognised.
Anders doesn't exactly seem to be one to seek the limelight. How would you describe him to someone who doesn't know him?
– Tough. And maybe even a little scary at first glance, haha. But that's really just his hard exterior. When you get to know him, you quickly notice that he cares a great deal about the people around him. He is someone who is happy to help out and lend a hand, even if he doesn't always make a big fuss about it.
What do you think his commitment to Bredaryd has meant for the village and the people around him?
– I think it means a great deal. Those of us who know him through work, football or privately know that he always steps up and does his bit so that the people around him are happy and doing well. He often tries to do that little bit extra that nobody else thinks of. I think that kind of commitment creates good teams, good workplaces and, in the end, a stronger community.
You are the fourth generation at EWES yourself. What have you learned from your dad when it comes to business, commitment and responsibility for the local area?
– I think both my siblings and I have above all picked up his way of giving people a chance and seeing the potential in others. When it comes to business, he is very good at remembering things, seeing connections and, above all, seeing things from a broader perspective. He likes to think a few steps ahead and see the big picture, not just what is happening here and now. That is something I think both my siblings and I will take with us in our working lives. All three of us live in Bredaryd today and are involved here in different ways, so somewhere along the line he has probably managed to pass on the feeling that you have to contribute yourself if you want a place to keep living and developing. We have probably also learned that you don't just talk about doing things – you do them.
What do you think the award means to him, even if he would probably rather not answer that question himself?
– I actually think it means more to him than he would admit. He is not one to seek attention or want to stand at the front and take the credit, but I think he appreciates that people see and value what he does. Above all, I think it means a lot that the appreciation comes from Bredaryd and the people here.
We still have to ask: where on Dad's list of achievements do you think Bredaryd Resident of the Year ends up? Above or below an AIK championship title?
– It definitely ends up high on the list, but an AIK title will probably always be at the top. 🤣
