27th May 2011 - 00:00
Abstract
Every year the National Business Awards in partnership with Orange uncover hundreds of examples of British business leaders and entrepreneurs who are taking a unique approach to overcome major challenges and achieve business excellence, whilst maintaining the respect of their peers, co-workers and employees.
The last chance to take part in these awards is fast approaching with entry closing on 15th June. Last year saw Wolverhampton's Richard North, founder and MD of Wow! Stuff, who triumphed at the awards with the Orange Innovation of the Year accolade. "Recognition has opened doors nationally and internationally," said North. "Only a few months ago we presented to a major US retail customer and had our NBA win at the forefront. Now we have a listing of 14-15 products with them, worth millions of dollars. If you're thinking of entering the awards, just go for it." 2011 award categories range from the Santander SME of the Year Award to the Croner Employer of the Year Award through to the ICAEW Sustainability Award. New categories this year include the BlackBerry Business Enabler of the Year, WorldPay Online Business of the Year and Transformational Change of the Year. "In order to encourage confidence in UK business, we need to showcase those companies that are leading the pack and have demonstrated real innovation in the past year. Orange is a key supporter of Britain's businesses, large and small, which is why we believe it is so important for people to highlight their success by entering the National Business Awards", said Martin Stiven, vice president of Business at Orange. Caroline Jackson Levy, managing director of UBM Awards said: "Whether you are an employee or employer, start-up entrepreneur or chief executive of a multi-national, it is Britain's workforce that is going to lead the economic recovery. The Awards honour outstanding achievement to give leading businesses the recognition they deserve. That's why the 2011 campaign is encouraging businesses of all shapes and sizes from every corner of this country to enter the National Business Awards." To enter, call 020 7234 8755 or visit www.nationalbusinessawards.co.uk. The 2011 competition is open for entries until the 15th June 2011. Finalists will be announced on the 28th July and winners will be honoured at the Orange National Business Awards gala dinner and awards ceremony at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, Tuesday 8th November, where George Osborne, the Chancellor of the Exchequer will deliver this year's welcome address.