The NOEA Awards 2015 will be highlighting the contribution of the catering industry to events of all kinds, presenting one exceptional nominee with the Caterer of the Year title in November.
The category will be sponsored by trade association NCASS, which supports thousands of caterers across the country by providing them with information and guidance on running their businesses safely and profitably.
Bob Fox, NCASS chairman, said: “Whether you're an organiser or a member of the public attending one of the UK's vast array of events, catering is key and we are delighted to be sponsoring this award to celebrate the role hard-working caterers play in making events of all sizes a success.
"As our members know, NCASS strives to give them a voice and it is great that the NOEA awards will be shining a spotlight on caterers this year, too."
The NOEA Awards, which are now in their 12th year, will be held on November 26th, 2015 at the Pump Rooms in Bath.
Award sponsors will attend the ceremony and join the NOEA’s convention, where they will hear inspirational talks from industry professionals and get the chance to network, before being welcomed to the President’s Reception in the Roman Baths.
Susan Tanner, chief executive of NOEA, said: “To have NCASS on board for this year's NOEA Awards is fantastic as, like us, they aim to make a positive impact in their industry for all of their members and celebrate their successes.
"The awards seek to recognise the best of the events industry and all the work which goes into staging a successful outdoor event, from the catering to sourcing sponsorship.
"I am delighted that we will be presenting the Caterer of the Year Award and am sure that there will be many strong contenders."
The head judge at this year's awards will be Alistair Turner, PR director of Davies Tanner, which promotes the Britain for Events campaign.