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It has taken a lot of courage and conviction for businesses to survive this difficult past year. However, going above and beyond as usual with their ambition and determination, Leicestershire's business industry has still found a way to thrive.

In order to commend the remarkable effort and hard work put in by these entrepreneurs, companies and organisations, the , in association with is hosting an extra special ceremony.

On Thursday, September 16, live at the Maher Centre, the business community will be reunited to see 16 awards handed out to local businesses. For more information, take a look at the. For tickets, contact Michelle Roberts at mroberts@championsukplc.com.

There are five headline sponsors this year: , , , and .

Bob Johnson, Leicester office managing partner of one of the headline sponsors, Mazars, said: "We have consistently sponsored the awards over many years because we passionately believe in putting something back into a business community of which we are proud to be an active part.

The awards give businesses in Leicestershire a great opportunity to showcase the innovative ideas and strengths that have underpinned their success to date, and which will stand them in good stead for the future."

Here are the finalists for the :

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