We are delighted to announce the shortlist for the forthcoming Red Ribbon Awards 2011 which recognise the contribution that family businesses, small and large, make to the economy and the communities in which they operate.
We have received nominations for all over the UK and have deliberated long and hard in pulling together the shortlist as follows:
Family Business of the Year Award sponsored by Tenon
This award is selected based on performance, achievement and the promotion of the family business in the way that they operate. In no particular order, the shortlisted family businesses are:
Recognising the achievement of a family business that has successful got to three generations or more. In no particular order, the shortlisted family businesses are:
Small Family Business of the Year Award sponsored by Curry Popeck
Seeking to recognise the contribution of family businesses with turnover up to £5 million. In no particular order, the shortlisted family businesses are:
- Commercial Utility Brokers (website)
The Young Gun Award sponsored by Generation magazine:
Awarded to a young person who has demonstrated a true commitment to their family business and who has made a significant impact since joining. In no particular order, the shortlisted individuals are:
- Gary Martin, Martin Construction (website)
- Miranda Ballard, Muddy Boots Foods (website)
- Louis Fairfax, Commercial Utility Brokers (website)
- Sarah Copas, The Copas Partnership (website)
- Steven Oxford, Oxfords Bakery (website)
- Victoria Christian, Clive Christian (website)
Lifetime Achievement Award sponsored by Farrer & Co
The family business member who has clearly demonstrated a commitment to the development of the business through a lifetime of endeavours. In no particular order, the shortlisted individuals are:
- Helen Thomas, Westons Cider (website)
- Christopher Oughtred, William Jackson Food Group (website)
- Charles Morgan, The Morgan Motor Company (website)
- George Goring, The Goring Hotel (website)
The Family Business Ambassador Award
The professional adviser who has tirelessly promoted the value of the family business and supported the family business community. In no particular order, the shortlisted individuals are:
- Martin Stepek, Scottish Family Business Association (website)
- Ken McCracken, Family Business Solutions (website)
- Peter Leach, Peter Leach LLP (website)
- Grant Gordon, Institution for Family Business (website)
The Innovation Award sponsored by Pemberton Greenish
Celebrating the significant innovation in the way that they work through new products, approach to business or the way that they engage with customers. In no particular order, the shortlisted family businesses are:
The Corporate Social Responsibility Award
Celebrating support for community through sponsorship and donations as well as recognising the contribution to the environment. In no particular order, the shortlisted family businesses are:
- Pathways Community Interest Company (website)
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