The 2016 Barnsley and Rotherham Business Awards, in association with RNN Group, officially opened for entry today (Monday, 6th June) and companies have until September to submit entries.
The awards are open to organisations with an ‘S’ postcode and all members of Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce regardless of location.
Andrew Denniff, Chamber chief executive said, “This is our once-a-year opportunity to celebrate all that is best in Business Innovation, Enterprise and Growth across our region. I would encourage as many businesses and individuals as possible to consider putting their names forward and get yourselves recognised for your tremendous achievements over the past few months”.
The ceremony, taking place at Magna Science Adventure Centre on Friday, 14th October, recognises the achievements of businesses and individuals in 11 award categories, as well as awarding an overall Business of the Year – awarded last year to Palmer Construction, who will this year be presenting their award to another outstanding business.
John Silker, chief executive of Magna, said: “As members of the Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce it’s our pleasure to host these awards at Magna. We’re proud of our event facilities here and are really looking forward to welcoming the South Yorkshire business community to celebrate their achievements.”
This year’s categories are:
- Most Promising New Business
- Business Growth
- Business Community Impact
- Manufacturing Excellence
- Design and Innovation
- Business Person of the Year
- Skills Development
- Excellence in International Trade
- Digital and Creativity in Business
- Apprentice of the Year
- Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality
Once again, Chamber charity members will have the opportunity to be recognised as the “Secure Power Charity of the Year” and will receive a prize donation towards their chosen project or initiative of need and become the Chamber’s Charity of the Year.
Sponsorship opportunities for the Business Awards are available from £1,500 (plus VAT).
For more information visit www.brawards.co.uk or contact the awards team on 01709 386200 or by email awards@brchamber.co.uk.