Adur and Worthing Business Awards It's that time again to enter the Adur & Worthing Business Awards 2013, so get your entries to me early and you may even receive an editorial profile in the paper free!
Why enter?? James Stoner - Main Sponsor • As a local businessman, my message to firms is simple: enter the awards, and enter as JSPC provides ICT many categories as you can. and don't wait technical support for someone to nominate you – get on and to small businesses do it yourself. and more than 150 • The publicity that is generated by entering – local schools. The even if your firm doesn't win on the night – repair centre and is tremendous. shop in Sompting has been a massive • I believe that being associated with awards bonus for the organised by the Herald and its sister papers business selling in has been worth a six-figure sum to me in excess of 5000 PCs new business. What company can afford to and laptops every turn that away?" year
• Past winners • Also a sponsor
• Categories • Which should you enter??
Overall Business of the Year The judges will look at every single business nominated for the 2013 awards, and decide which deserves the accolade of being the best of the best. It will have demonstrated outstanding achievement in its field Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure We live and work in a great holiday destination. But which business does the best job in projecting all that’s good about the town? It might be an hotel, an attraction or an event. Whichever it is, it will have impressed the judges as well as helping this area stand out. Outstanding Contribution to the Community These days, it’s important for businesses to play a role in the community they serve. Lots of firms give something back, through charity work, helping schools, colleges and community groups. This award is a huge ‘thank you’ to the business which takes time to care. Training & Development Training and employee development are the keys to business success. The winner of this category will have demonstrated real commitment to developing and motivating their workforce. This category is open to businesses which have an exemplary training programme for their employees, or training providers – whichever you are, the judges will be looking for evidence that your training programmes work!
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Place to Eat Restaurants, cafes, takeaways... all have a chance to be nominated in this category. We’re looking for the place which provides great customer service and, of course, consistently fine food. Have fun making your choices! Young Achiever Many young people have made a mark locally in their formative years on the business scene, either working as an entrepreneur or within a company. Their enthusiasm, commitment – and results – set them aside from other young workers. This award highlights the work carried out by people aged under 28. Start-Up We define a new business as having been started after August 1, 2012. Has your new business caught the imagination of the area? Do have you early successes you want to share? Small Business (up to 10 employees ) Traditionally one of the hardest-fought categories, the judges will be looking for business excellence off the back of a quality product wedded to great client/customer service; all combined with a pinch of innovation and marketing acumen
Medium Business (10 to 50 employees) The winner of this award will reflect all that is good in Adur & Worthing business. This award will go to a firm which has found a niche in the market, or is looking to expand. Large Business (50+ employees) The nominees may have a local, regional, national or international market. By being Adur & Worthing based, they will enhance the reputation of the town as a great place to do business. Retailer Large or small, quirky or essential, retailing is part of the British make-up. In Adur & Worthing, we have retailers who demonstrate all the qualities necessary to fit the bill of Retailer of the Year. What gives your business the edge? Manufacturing & Construction There are so many local companies who make things – and, in some cases, make world-class things! This area is blessed with top-class manufacturing and construction firms working on the national and international stage. We’re looking forward to seeing what manufacturing gems are nominated this year. •
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• Going Green Carbon footprints, ozone depletion, energy efficiency, recycling and sustainable transport... the winner will have had a mind to all of these, and probably more. Does your business do more than merely install energy-efficient lightbulbs? Let the judges know! Innovation With trading conditions as tough as they have been for generations, thinking outside the box has never been more important. Has your business seized on an innovative idea? Has it changed the focus of its business to adapt to market conditions, perhaps by working successfully with business partners? Business Personality Behind almost every good business is a personality who drives it. They need ego, personality, humour, business savvy, and unswerving commitment. Who has this in bucketloads? Customer Service Arguably, this is where it all starts and, some would say, ends. Who goes that extra mile for customers? The winner of this award will demonstrate customer service is alive and kicking.
• Lifetime Achievement The winner of this award will have made a major contribution to their business and to the reputation of the town over more years than they would probably care to remember. This is your chance to recognise and acclaim that special someone by nominating them. Readers Choice This is the one award the judges have no control over. All the businesses nominated will be listed in the Herald, and readers will be invited to vote for their favourite. So the winner will have impressed people far more important than the judges - it will have impressed the public.
• What are the judges looking for????
• Explain why you believe you should be awarded the title of the category you are entering. • Explain what your company does and what it has achieved overall. • Describe: Your company objectives How you achieved them The problems you encountered How you tackled these problems • Explain your core values and describe how these are reflected in your current and future vision for your business. • Are there any problems you have been unable to solve? • Can you demonstrate improvements in the quantity or quality of services offered? • How does your business add value to the local community? • Any major contracts recently obtained, can you demonstrate evidence of turnover, growth, profit etc?
Email Signature • Below your email signature possibly insert We are participating in the Worthing and Adur Business Awards and if you would like to support us Please go to the link below to enter your nomination http://www.jpsouthevents.co.uk/event/adur-worthing- business-awards/ we appreciate you taking time to complete this. Why not nominate other businesses you feel should be recognised to……maybe yourself??
Judges • Judging The Judging for the Adur & Worthing Business Awards will take place on 3rd October 2013. The judges for the ceremony are: Colin Channon - Editor in Chief, Worthing Herald Series James Stoner - M D of JSPC Computer Services Ltd and Headline Sponsor Tina Tilley - Representative for Adur & Worthing Business Partnership Chay Took – Partner, Spofforths Chartered Accountants Andrew Gardiner - Strategic Director - Adur &Worthing Cllr Bryan Turner - Cabinet Member for Regeneration -Worthing Cllr Pat Beresford - Cabinet Member for Regeneration - Adur
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