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Chief Executive of the Chamber Mike Ashton said, “It has been a fantastic evening, truly celebrating business success.
The Awards process has recognised the high level of quality businesses in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We’re extremely pleased to congratulate all the winners tonight. Competition was extremely fierce, and the impartial and rigorous judging process left nothing to chance, so their success is all the more impressive.
Congratulations to Kingspan Insulation, rightly flying the flag for business in Herefordshire and Worcestershire – not only a huge commercial success but one with social and environmental awareness right at the heart of its’ business."
Business of the Year
Kingspan Insulation Ltd
John Garbutt, Marketing Director of Kingspan Insulation Ltd, said, "This is absolutely wonderful – to be recognised by our peers in Herefordshire and Worcestershire is important. I have the utmost respect for all the finalists tonight, Kingspan has involvement with a lot of the companies here. In fact we are currently working with fellow Business of the Year finalist Wiggly Wigglers. Kingspan is very proud of its involvement with the Chamber of Commerce, there is just so much going on in business across these two counties."
Business Start up of the Year sponsored by Advantage West Midlands
Be Eco UK Ltd
Justin Chieffo, Director of Be Eco UK Ltd, said, "This is awesome! This was seriously just an idea twelve months ago, and we have put in so much hard work to make it happen. I must thank my wife Michele who has been incredible. The Chamber has been invaluable throughout this process – Nick Corley and Linda Smith in particular have been wonderful, and I must thank Peter Jones [of Dragon’s Den] for his support. It just goes to show what can be achieved with hard work, a few breaks and dedication – anyone can do what we have done."
Small Business of the Year sponsored by University of Worcester Business School
Postcode Anywhere
Managing Director of Postcode Anywhere Guy Mucklow, said, "This is just fantastic – to be nominated for two awards and to win both! It truly is a team effort and I wish we could have all the team up on stage with us to collect the awards! It’s exciting to get this recognition locally, but this award really is for the wonderful team we have. They have worked their socks off, literally, and when we moved offices last Saturday each and every member was there voluntarily to help with the move – that speaks volumes. It’s wonderful that they have proved externally what a good job they do, and to have that external recognition for all their hard work."
International Business of the Year sponsored by Kingspan Insulation Ltd
MilSys (UK) Ltd
Mike Moran, Managing Director of MilSys, said, "We are absolutely delighted! This award is testament to a simply fantastic team effort. We have brought an international client with us tonight, who helped start our international business in 2005 with a small order for £5,000. Last year his order was for £3 million. I’m so glad they can be here to share our celebration."
Employer of the Year sponsored by the Learning and Skills Council
Peter Prosser Hairdressing Ltd
Peter Prosser, Owner of Peter Prosser Hairdressing, said, "This is bloody amazing! Thank you so much to the Chamber. This couldn’t have been possible without the huge support from all our staff. What a wonderful way to celebrate our 10th birthday, and to thank them for all their hard work in getting the business to the success it is."
www.peterprosserhairdressing.co.uk
Growth Business of the Year sponsored by Business Link West Midlands
Postcode Anywhere
Managing Director of Postcode Anywhere Guy Mucklow, said, "This is just fantastic – to be nominated for two awards and to win both! It truly is a team effort and I wish we could have all the team up on stage with us to collect the awards! It’s exciting to get this recognition locally, but this award really is for the wonderful team we have. They have worked their socks off, literally, and when we moved offices last Saturday each and every member was there voluntarily to help with the move – that speaks volumes. It’s wonderful that they have proved externally what a good job they do, and to have that external recognition for all their hard work."
Green Business of the Year sponsored by Worcestershire County Council
Architype Ltd
Jonathan Hines, Managing Director of Architype, said, "We are absolutely delighted, and is indicative of the hard work put in by the team over many years. We’re thrilled and proud to be putting green issues on the map."
Community Enterprise of the Year sponsored by Sanctuary Group
Borrowers Toy Library
Sue Rogers, Lead Officer at Borrowers, said, "This is just fantastic that a voluntary sector company has held its own against such amazing companies in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. All the finalists deserved to win this award. Companies in the voluntary sector really are making a difference to people’s lives and this is testament to the fantastically hard work of the team around me over the past 8 years."
Award for Excellence in the Food & Drink Industry sponsored by Hereford Times & Worcester News
H Weston & Sons
David Griffiths, Operations Director of H Weston & Sons, said, "“We are absolutely over the moon. I have worked at the company for 29 years, and it’s fantastic to get this recognition for Westons. We are delighted that a company with its roots and heritage in this county has been successful within its community. Not only that but we have taken our name right around the world."
Chamber Member of the Year sponsored by Nexus Creative
Clare Carpenter Recruitment
Clare Carpenter, Director of Clare Carpenter Recruitment, said, "This is really, really wonderful. I feel very honoured to be presented with this award."
www.clarecarpenterrecruitment.co.uk
