05 Sep Northamptonshire Business Excellence Awards announce finalists ahead of November ceremony
The Northamptonshire Business Excellence Awards (NBEAs) have revealed the full list of fantastic finalists for their prestigious awards ahead of the ceremony, hosted by brilliant comedian Rob Beckett, taking place 9th November 2023 at the Northampton County Cricket Ground.
The nominees in all fifteen categories received their finalist ‘golden ticket’ inside a Willy Wonka-style NBEA chocolate bar, with many posting about their news on social media for a chance to win a bottle of champagne. The campaign was produced by the awards’ creative agency GIANT, who aimed to create hype and mystery through these packages. Finalists were elated at their prize, containing a special congratulations at being a finalist in their respective category.
This year’s finalists feature the best of the best local businesses from a variety of sectors. Insurance group Staysure go up against chemical manufacturers Scott Bader and window supplier Emplas in the hard-fought Big Business of the Year category, while the shortlist for Business of the Year includes HR Solutions, Croyland Car Megastore, Mannol UK, Credit Assist Limited and Nene Warehouse Solutions.
Other categories include Apprentice, Businessman and Businesswoman of the Year, as well as sector specific categories such as Food & Drink, Legal Firm and Accountancy Firm of the Year. Awards are also up for grabs for innovation, sustainability, and community efforts.
The awards, hosted by All Things Business, are being followed up with the Northamptonshire Education Awards, also taking place at the County Ground, the evening after on November 10th, hosted by broadcasting legend Eamonn Holmes.
All Things Business Managing Director Ben Thomas commented: “We’re thrilled to be presenting these two awards ceremonies. Now in their fifth year, the 2023 NBEAs is sure to be bigger and better than ever. All Things Business has always championed the idea that business needs education and education needs business. We’ve turned these events into two of the biggest nights in the awards calendar.
“We’re delighted to be able to welcome top comedian Rob Beckett to present the business awards, and one of the UK’s leading TV presenters Eamonn Holmes for the education awards. I’m sure our sponsors, finalists and guests will be tremendously excited about what’s in store on the two big nights.
“This is an incredible opportunity to be a part of two very special occasions. And, of course, we urge everyone in the business and education communities to come along and celebrate amazing achievements across these sectors.”
See the full list of finalists below and book a table for the ceremonies at the County Ground here: https://allthingsbusiness.co.uk/awards/
BIG BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Staysure
Scott Bader
Emplas
LEGAL FIRM OF THE YEAR
Tollers LLP
HCR Hewitsons
Howes Percival LLP
MARKETING CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR
Moore
Silverstone Museum
ACCOUNTANCY FIRM OF THE YEAR
Elsby & Co
Cottons Group
J Sweeney Accountants Limited
KRW Accountants
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
HR Solutions
Croyland Car Megastore
Mannol UK
Credit Assist Limited
Nene Warehouse Solutions
BUSINESSMAN OF THE YEAR
Simon Pickering – DBFB
Sam Sayer – Detype Ltd
Jevgenij Lyzko – Mannol Ltd
Justin Amos – Millbrook Business Finance
Scott Norville – Silverstone Leasing
FOOD & DRINK
The World’s End
Northampton Town Centre Hotel By Accor
Saffron
NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Hunsbury Homes
Biovate Hygienics
The STEM Project
APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR
Ruby Flaherty – DBFB
Emma Lewthwaite – Northampton Saints Foundation
Caitlin Plimmer – Hireful
Ophelia Devile – Lunaz
Abi Almond – J Sweeney Accountants Ltd
BUSINESSWOMAN OF THE YEAR
Lucienne Shakir – Lucienne Coaching
Emma Walker – Iota Interiors
Rebecca Hill – Encore Environment
Yvonne McKeown – Millbrook Business Finance
COMMUNITY PROJECT OR PERSON OF THE YEAR
Groundwork Northamptonshire – The Green Patch
C2C Social Action
Northampton Saints Foundation
Franklins Solicitors LLP
Mark Swindells – Croyland Car Megastore
EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR
Simply Business
Hireful
Millbrook Business Finance
Acorn Analytical Services
The One Group
INNOVATION
Rhino Sports Academy
Vulcan Works and West Northamptonshire Council
Support 4 Independence
Café Crew
NRCM Web Design
LAND AND DEVELOPMENT AWARD
Vulcan Works and West Northamptonshire Council
78 Derngate
Hampton Brook
SUSTAINABILITY
ILG
Iota Interiors
The Grosvenor Group
Nene Warehouse Solutions
