Inspired and motivated by Humber Business Week? Keen to champion your company and employees following a wave of enthusiasm washing over the estuary? If so then keep the high tide of positivity flowing and enter the Hull Live Business Awards.
The journey to November’s gala celebration for the 2023 accolades starts here, with a new dedicated website and refreshed awards categories making it easier than ever to get involved.
And recognition of the stamina and resilience of Hull and East Yorkshire’s business communities will no doubt be a key factor as challenge after challenge has been negotiated. Companies had barely dusted themselves down from Covid when the invasion of Ukraine sent inflation rocketing, having had to handle Brexit’s impact throughout. Now with the cost-of-living crisis to factor in when it comes to the customer base for so many, it has all conspired to make it one of the most testing times ever known.
Look back at last year: Winners crowned at Hull Live Business Awards 2022
Success shines through still though, and the Hull Live Business Awards will ensure those tales are told, inspiring others and encouraging the next generation of entrepreneurs.
A 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 news brand stable.
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.
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, Connexin. 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 www.HLBusinessawards.co.uk. 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 website, with Cobus Communications and John Roe Toyota also on board as event partners.
For more information about remaining sponsorship opportunities email tom.austin@reachplc.com
Hull Live Business Awards categories for 2023:
Best Place to Work
In partnership with The University of Hull
Recognising a business with a focus on developing talent through training, apprenticeships, work experience, diversity and inclusion, career progression and opening opportunities to all. Enter here
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. Enter here
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. Enter here
Growth Award
In partnership with Reach Recruitment
To recognise a growing medium-sized business that has taken tangible steps to increase its scale and impact. Enter here
Innovation Award
In partnership with East Riding of Yorkshire Council
Celebrating inventive thinking, product or system development and creativity in business. Enter here
Made in Britain Award
Recognising excellence in manufacturing and production in this country. Enter here
Business Person of the Year
In partnership with Sewell Group
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. Enter here
Rising Star
In partnership with Hull City Council
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. Enter here
Unsung Hero
In partnership with KCom
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. Enter here
Small Business of the Year
In partnership with MKM Building Supplies and Horncastle Group
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. Enter here
Business of the Year
In partnership with Future Humber
For a business that has performed exceptionally, either in commercial terms, innovation, impact or customer service. Enter here
Outstanding Contribution
In partnership with Connexin
This award recognises an immense sustained contribution to business, society and the community across a number of years. A closed category.
