It hasn’t been an easy year for any business to navigate with the lockdowns and changing restrictions. Remarkably, the businesses in Derbyshire showed their conviction and commitment to the county, some even going further than surviving and instead thriving.
Making sure this hard work from our local business community is commended, the , in association with , is putting on an extra special event.
With many awards and titles to be handed out to worthy winners, the exciting evening will be filled with positivity and triumphs, something we are all in need of.
The highly anticipated event will be held live at the Derby Arena on Thursday, October 21. This year’s headline sponsors are , , , and . To find out more, visit the For tickets, contact Michelle Roberts, .
The Start-Up Business of the Year category, sponsored by , celebrates the companies across the region that have been in operation for a maximum of three years. The finalists below are some of the region’s brightest new businesses who are already making waves in their industry. Not about to stop soon, the achievements of these businesses contribute positively to the local economy and community due to their hard work and ambition.
The finalists of Start-Up Business of the Year are:
Project D
A forward-thinking handmade doughnut bakery, Project D has re-imagined how the popular sweet snack is perceived and presented.
A mission to create the ‘world’s best doughnut’ took Project D on a research trip around the world. This culminated in two artisan bakeries, a raft of pop-up store experiences and partnerships with Amazon and Coca Cola.
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Its distinctive pink branding and ‘D’ logo has been used to launch youth-oriented clothing merchandise with streetwear label Ratchet. The range seamlessly incorporates fashion trends with their own branding, fortifying the youthful, fun feel of the Project D brand.
Wheeldon Brothers Ltd is sponsoring the Start-Up Business of the Year Award
The Wheeldon brothers set up their joiners shop in Belper in 1867 and began building new homes in and around Derbyshire. Today, Wheeldon Brothers remains an independent family company proud of its 154 year heritage.
Managing Director, James Parkin said: "We understand what people want and expect when looking for a new home and our ability to satisfy these requirements has seen us grow into one of the East Midlands best known and well respected property developers.
"Understandably, we are proud of the homes our craftsmen build and our achievements as a team. We are firm believers that growth is based on well-placed foundations and we are delighted to be able to celebrate that same strength and passion again for the DerbyshireLive Business Awards in 2021"
The DerbyshireLive Business Awards 2021, in association with , will take place at the Derby Arena on Thursday, October 21. For more information about the event, tickets and sponsors, visit the .
Colleague Box
Colleague Box offers a personalised, gift boxing experience, ideal for sending to work colleagues and potential or existing clients. It also offers non-corporate gifting, tailored to friends, family and loved ones.
Colleague Box was born of the pandemic and initially launched to help employees reach their teams at home. It delivers directly to workplaces to encourage engagement, reassurance and motivation. The boxes have been frequently used at virtual get-togethers, award ceremonies and as part of marketing campaigns. Customisation in the form of individual or brand aligned messaging is a core part of the Colleague Box experience.
PeaksGo
PeaksGo arrange corporate and private outdoors activities in places of outstanding natural beauty. It has dedicated a decade getting to understand the geography of the Peak District, meaning locations are picked specifically for clients’ needs.
PeaksGo provides expert guidance for the outdoor adventures that participants undertake. The goal of the corporate treasure hunts is to increase the spirit, togetherness and bond for departments or even entire an entire workforce. Since activates are built to suit all physical abilities, each group is given a hand drawn ‘treasure map’ which utilises the expert knowledge of the PeaksGo team.
The categories are:
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SME Business of the Year Sponsored by
Start-Up Business of the Year Sponsored by
Business Entrepreneur of the Year Sponsored by
Employer of the Year Sponsored by
Customer Service Excellence Award
Professional Services Sponsored by
Excellence in Innovation Award Sponsored by
Contribution to the Community Award Sponsored by
Family Business of the Year Sponsored by
Apprentice Employer of the Year Sponsored by
Not-For-Profit-Organisation Award Sponsored by
Education Sector: Business Engagement and Employability Sponsored by
Best Digital Transformation Sponsored by
Excellence in Manufacturing Award Sponsored by
Excellence in Business Growth Sponsored by
- The will take place on Thursday, October 21 at the Derby Arena. Find out more information on the
- For tickets, please contact Michelle Roberts, .