One of the biggest events in the local business calendar, are back for another year - and this time they're live again. So make a date for Thursday, November 18 and join us at the DoubleTree by Hilton for what promises to be an excellent evening of celebrations.
Tickets are £80 (+VAT) or £780 (+VAT) for a table of ten, including champagne on arrival, a three-course evening meal, entertainment and the awards ceremony. Please book online or for more information, email Tracey.short@reachplc.com or call 01482 315350.
These awards would not be possible without the support of key businesses which have acknowledged the importance of recognising the incredible difference a business can make within our region. On behalf of those short-listed and the winners we would like to thank our sponsors for the support they have given to enable this event to take place.
Apprentice of the Year
is a global pre-media specialist in helping brand owners deliver their products to the marketplace efficiently and effectively. Sponsoring this category was important to the company as it sees apprenticeships as an exciting option and a way to grow talent and develop a motivated, skilled and qualified team.
Kirsty Bark, global talent manager for Trident said: "Being an apprentice takes great commitment . It isn’t easy working and studying a full-time programme, which is why Trident is proud to be sponsoring the award again this year."
Start-Up Business of the Year award
This category is lucky enough to have two sponsors this year.
is a specialist in creating innovative property solutions for modern business. A spokesperson said: “Horncastle has supported the Hull Live Business Awards for a number of years. The event showcases success in business in Hull and East Yorkshire, recognising talent and the corporate energy of our region. We are delighted to jointly sponsor the Start-Up Business of the Year award with MKM.”
is the 海角视频’s largest independent builders’ merchant. Founded in Hull's community, it lends it support throughout the region. Kate Tinsley, CEO, said: "MKM was founded in Hull where our first branch was opened in 1995, we are delighted to be supporting the Start-Up Business of the Year. As a company we pride ourselves in celebrating the very best of business across the city and East Yorkshire and supporting the next generation of local businesses."
Contribution to the East Riding Award
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One of the largest unitary authorities in the country, works with partners to attract record levels of funding to help deliver projects for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors to the area.
Councillor Jonathan Owen, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “As one of the area’s key economic drivers, the council is proud to once again be sponsoring the Hull Live Business Awards.
“The Contribution to the East Riding Award is aimed at a business, organisation or individual that has made a real difference to the East Riding. The Covid pandemic has seen many businesses adapt to new ways of working and it is those types of businesses who would make perfect nominees for this award. Good luck to all."
Environmental & Sustainability Award
This was the perfect award for to sponsor as it reflects the companies’ commitment to sustainability in the regeneration of the Fruit Market, in partnership with Hull City Council, and across all its developments.
As Beal chief executive, Richard Beal said: “Sustainability is one of the guiding principles of the Fruit Market’s regeneration and a key priority for businesses of all kinds. We’re delighted to support this award and to showcase excellence in this field.”
Wykeland managing director, Dominic Gibbons added: “We’re proud to support this award and to be able to recognise organisations that deliver investment and jobs while promoting sustainability."
Employee of the Year
The beginnings of were humble but the ambitions of the group of farmers were not. Today it is one of the largest food producers in Britain, using the skills of artisans and the dedication of generations of craftsmanship while staying true to its simple ethos: to create authentically made British food, without compromise., we make great, tasty food.
Training and Development Award
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works with more than 400 employers in Yorkshire and the Humber and is delighted to be able to support an award that celebrates the important role employers play in the success of the region’s economy and the development of its workforce.
Neil Waterhouse, vice principal of commercial and corporate services, said: "East Riding College is pleased to sponsor the Training and Development award. The college applauds employers who are investing in training and development, especially during difficult times."
Entrepreneur of the Year award
Based in Yorkshire, is a multi-disciplined group of companies with a long and illustrious history dating back to 1876.
Sewell Estates managing director Jo Barnes said: “For decades, investing in young people and creating a talent pipeline has been a core part of our business strategy. We strive to be a ‘home for talent’ and create empowered leaders who become economically active business ambassadors and role models in the communities we serve.
“As a group that has been fortunate to have a stable order book during the pandemic, it’s only right that we play our part in the recovery of the places where we live and work, which is why we’re proud to sponsor the Hull Live Business Awards again and inspire more entrepreneurs from across the region.”
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
is sponsoring the award dedicated to young people breaking barriers in the business industry.
Councillor Daren Hale, leader of Hull City Council, said: “Hull’s entrepreneurial spirit and strong business credentials combine to create a fantastic city for start-ups. We’ve seen an impressive rise in the number of businesses launched in the city and we’re proud to sponsor this award to recognise the enterprising culture, creativity and ambition of Hull’s young entrepreneurs.”
Business of the Year (up to 50 employees)
A business dedicated to connecting all the dots between portals and SMEs writing bids - is sponsoring the smaller businesses of our region.
A spokesperson for the company said: "At OPPORTUNI we are all about championing great growing businesses and celebrating their achievements. Any company shortlisted has a lot to be proud of but 'Business of the Year' really is a significant achievement, to standout amongst so many great local businesses and we are proud to support this award."
Business of the Year (over 51 employees)
is delighted to be able to support the awards once again.
Mike Stocks, a partner at Smailes Goldie, said: "As Hull’s largest independent accountancy, tax and business advisory firm, we have seen first-hand the challenges faced by the region’s businesses during the pandemic and the determination and ingenuity they have used to overcome these challenges.
"It is wonderful to be able to recognise the efforts of businesses to survive and thrive during the pandemic – sometimes against the odds – protecting and creating jobs, while ensuring consumers and businesses can still access the valuable goods and services they provide.
"There has rarely been a year when success at the HullLive Business Awards would be as impressive as this year and we are excited by the prospect of being able to highlight the region’s business success stories.
Lifetime Contribution Award
Celebrating those in the community who have left a lasting impact on the local business industry, , sponsor of the award, has been connecting Hull and East Yorkshire for more than a hundred years.
John Rooney, managing director of KCOM Retail, said: “I’m delighted that KCOM is sponsoring the Lifetime Contribution Award once again in 2021, recognising someone who has made a major impact on the business community in Hull and East Yorkshire.
“It’s always fantastic to hear local success stories and I’m sure this year will be no different as we come together to celebrate the incredible range of business talent this region has to offer.”
Programme sponsor
Michael Smith, managing director of, said: "We have been involved in the prestigious HullLive Business Awards for many years, both as winners and finalists in many categories. The awards have long been seen in the industry as the ones to be involved in and celebrate all that's great in Hull and the East Riding, we are therefore very proud to be a sponsor of the awards".
Introducing headline sponsor Reach Resourcing
Reach Resourcing offers a professional and personal take on recruitment. Our dedicated and experienced consultants work in partnership with candidates and clients to ensure the best possible productivity.
The best companies have the best people. Our custom-built software and bespoke training platform ensure our candidates are at the forefront of the job market, be that for a short-term placement or a key strategic role. Your goals are always our focus.
We are proud and privileged to be headline sponsors for this year’s event, after seeing over recent years the importance of the event and the positive impact it can have on businesses.
As part of our continued growth, we felt it was an ideal time to really get our brand out there and be showcased to a wider audience, the HullLive Business Awards presents us with the perfect opportunity to do that.
Director of , Benjamin Davis-Rice, said: “Celebrating success is vitally important for any organisation and we can’t wait to hear about the success of businesses throughout the region. Furthermore, Reach Resourcing is thrilled to be championing the ‘Customer Focus Award’ as a key sponsor, recognising outstanding customer engagement and service.”
- The event takes place at Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Hull, on November 18.
This year's headline sponsors are Reach Resourcing and EDIT Recruitment, and the event sponsor is .
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