Entries are now open for Stockport Business Awards 2016 and organisers are calling for those businesses that thrive in their industry to come forward and make a submission.
The event, organised by local accountancy practice Clarke Nicklin, is now celebrating its 5th year having initially been set up by the firm in 2012.
There are twelve categories in total, each one offering something slightly different and ensuring there is a category for every business.
The International Business of the Year award is sponsored by MAN Diesel & Turbo UK. Any business based within Stockport engaged in export, import, outward or inward investment, regardless of industry sector, is eligible for this award. Last year it was won by ParkCloud; a booking operator which is doing business successfully all around the world.
Non-profit making organisations are also being asked to enter for the Best Not for Profit category, sponsored by Ashcroft Creative Design. This award will be given to a not-for-profit group or business which demonstrates all-round excellence and has a clear mission and purpose. Last year’s winner was Life Leisure who provides state of the art gyms, fitness, sports and leisure facilities.
The full list of categories is:
Business of the Year (up to £1m)
Business of the Year (£1-5m)
Business of the Year (over £5m)
Business Person of the Year
Most Promising Young Business
Best Not-for-Profit Organisation
International Business of the Year
Employer of the Year
Retail Business of the Year
Excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
The Innovation Award
The Special Recognition Award
Entry forms can be downloaded online at www.stockportbusinessawards.co.uk. Entries opened on 4th April and remain open until Friday 27th May.
The Stockport Business Awards is an event set up for businesses by businesses. It is organised by accountancy practice Clarke Nicklin, and headline sponsors are high profile businesses from the region; Gorvins Solicitors, Orbit Developments and NatWest.