Best New Business
Sponsored by Hollingsworths
This should be a company that has been trading for less than three years. The business must be able to demonstrate a strong plan and performance to date, whilst also standing out from the crowd.
Employer of the Year
Sponsored by Growth Partners
A Leicestershire company that stands out due to its efforts in employee engagement, support, incentives and benefits, and one that invests in and upskills staff.
Community Impact
Sponsored by
An organisation that has made an impact within the Leicestershire community in a positive way with exceptional corporate social responsibility references that have benefitted either fellow business owners and their companies, charitable organisations, the environment, or causes, movements, or initiatives.
Digital Business
Sponsored by
We are searching for organisations that practice online. This award looks to find a company that is optimising elements such as exceptional delivery, site engagement and functionality, security, innovation, ethical practice and/or sales growth.
Educational Excellence
Sponsored by
Recognising excellence, expertise, and achievement in education. With the strong belief that education plays a vital role in society, this establishment will have supported young people’s growth and prepared them to be creative and responsive to future societal changes.
Business Growth
Sponsored by Torr Waterfield
We are looking for a business small or large that has seen considerable growth over the last 24 months. From staff numbers to upskilling and profit margins.
Professional Services
Sponsored by The Miller Partnership
Recognising a business that shows evidence of strong professional performance, demonstrates excellence in its sector, offers excellent customer service and can identify what sets it apart from its competitors.
Rising Star
Sponsored by
Recognising an emerging leader in business whose work reflects ongoing and exceptional growth in contribution to the profession as well as increased levels of leadership and responsibility.
Entrepreneur of the Year
Sponsored by
Who has demonstrated the aptitude and attitude of a true entrepreneur? Your nomination should go to the person you believe to be ambitious, visionary, and intuitive, who has excelled against the competition or been the first to achieve success with a unique product or service.
Businesswoman of the Year
Sponsored by
The criteria for this award are categorised into four areas: financial performance, personal qualities, managerial skills, and contribution to Leicestershire’s development.
Charity of the Year
Sponsored by Morningside Pharmaceuticals Ltd
The search is on for Leicester’s most loved charity. We want to find the charity that is active in making a positive impact within the Leicestershire community.
Best Small Business
Sponsored by Barratt Smith Brown
Our judges are looking for companies with 1-50 employees with a turnover under £5 million. What innovative processes are being used? What best practice? What sets this business apart from the competition?
Best Family Business
Sponsored by
This award is open to businesses that are owned and run by a family who are still instrumental in the daily operations of the business. From third generation to newly formed, we want to hear what they have to offer!
Best Customer Service
Sponsored by
This award will be presented to the business that has provided the best service to their clientele. The business will regularly go ‘above and beyond’ the call of duty to ensure their customers receive excellent service.
Businessman of the Year
Sponsored by
The criteria for this award are categorised into four areas: financial performance, personal qualities, managerial skills, and contribution to Leicestershire’s development.