There are just days left to enter the Hull Live Business Awards.
The deadline for submissions falls this weekend, with the judging panel ready to analyse the 2023 entries ahead of the gala celebration. Launched during June’s Humber Business Week, a new dedicated website and refreshed suite of categories was put in place to help champion the community, enthusiasm and entrepreneurial spirit.
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The glittering ceremony will take place on November 16, with a dozen awards to present to winning businesses. They will highlight achievement, effort and innovation, building on the stories documented via dedicated website Business Live and the Hull Live and Hull Daily Mail titles, all part of the Reach Plc.
Before that though, there is still time to get achievements noticed, and potentially make the shortlist ahead of the big night. Of those going for gold, business editor David Laister, said: “Businesses and organisations performing well through the past few years deserve these plaudits. While challenges often throw up opportunities for those fleet of foot, the economic landscape faced has felt like the sprint hurdles run on repeat.
“The Hull Live Business Awards - and the act of putting an entry forward - provides the perfect opportunity to pause and take stock of just what has been achieved, and I look forward to hearing of the endeavours of so many.”
Open to companies of all sizes from pioneering start-ups to the powerhouses driving the region’s economy, categories are designed to appeal to businesses from all sectors and industries – from technology and innovation to green energy and manufacturing.
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And it’s not just businesses that are celebrated. There is recognition for individual talent, be it an entrepreneur who has launched a business and grown it successfully, or a star employee who has stood out from all others.
A new headline partner is also on board for 2023, . The smart city and broadband specialist has had quite a year itself, expanding into new headquarters off Clough Road following a series of acquisitions in the city .
Alex Yeung, co-founder and deputy chief executive, said: “As a local business born and bred in Hull, we’re passionate about the entrepreneurial community in our city and the incredible potential it holds. It’s more important than ever to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our local businesses and we’re delighted to be supporting the Hull Live Business Awards.
“Together, we create an environment that nurtures innovation, drives economic growth, and creates lasting opportunities. We’re proud to be part of this year's awards, and we’re excited to recognise and honour the inspiring success stories that make our city thrive!”
The closing date for nominations is Sunday, September 24, with all applications made via the dedicated website . Some are open to self nomination, while lifetime contribution is a closed category and not open for entries.
Tickets are also on sale now for the event, to be held once again at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Hull, via the , with and also on board as event partners.
Hull Live Business Awards categories for 2023:
Best Place to Work
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Recognising a business with a focus on developing talent through training, apprenticeships, work experience, diversity and inclusion, career progression and opening opportunities to all.
Environmental and Sustainability Award
Highlighting a business making a difference to the environment, locally, nationally or globally, either through its products and services or its way of working.
Global Britain Award
Recognising a business that is trading with the world in a successful, innovative way, showing how firms large or small can play their part in Global Britain.
Growth Award
In partnership with
To recognise a growing medium-sized business that has taken tangible steps to increase its scale and impact.
Innovation Award
In partnership with
Celebrating inventive thinking, product or system development and creativity in business.
Made in Britain Award
Recognising excellence in manufacturing and production in this country.
Business Person of the Year
In partnership with
For a business owner or leader who has had a major impact on their firm’s success, which may also be delivering benefits to other people, such as employees or the community.
Rising Star
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For a young person in business, either as an owner, employee or apprentice, who is having a positive impact beyond their age and experience. They may be demonstrating notable success, have overcome adversity to achieve, or be using their success to help others.
Unsung Hero
In partnership with
Highlighting the impact of a staff or team member who may not ordinarily receive recognition, showing business success is not just about management and leadership. They may have overcome adversity, such as serious illness or bereavement.
Small Business of the Year
In partnership with and
To celebrate a small business that combines commercial success with other elements of the awards, such as customer service, social impact, innovation and developing talent. Open to companies with fewer than 50 employees.
Business of the Year
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For a business that has performed exceptionally, either in commercial terms, innovation, impact or customer service.
Outstanding Contribution
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This award recognises an immense sustained contribution to business, society and the community across a number of years. A closed category.