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Teamwork – px Group staff with Tees Business sales manager Chris Garbutt .
‘ WE ’ RE ALL ABOUT PEOPLE ’ The sponsor of the Training and Apprenticeships category says it ’ s an ideal choice for an organisation with “ people at its core ”.
Stockton-based UKISUG – the UK and Ireland SAP User Group – is an independent , not-for-profit network and support group for users of SAP software .
CEO Craig Dale said : “ UKISUG is all about people . We believe that continuous learning fosters a skilled , motivated workforce and enhances employees ’ expertise , productivity and adaptability , enabling you to stay competitive in a rapidly changing market .”
SPONSOR HAILS ‘ SHOWCASE ’ AWARDS A leading asset management company for high-hazard sites believes sponsoring a Tees Businesswomen Award helps showcase our area ’ s female talent .
For the sixth consecutive year , Stockton-based px Group is sponsoring a category – opting this year to support the Small Business of the Year award .
Communications and marketing manager Jane Goult said : “ This event is a fantastic showcase for the many talented local businesswomen in Teesside who are achieving incredible things , often under the radar , and making such a positive difference to others .”
Passion – Staff at Stockton-based UKISUG with Tees Business account manager Carol Makepeace .
Values – Tees Business director Dave Allan with SABIC ’ S Jos Visser and Claire Wordsworth .
Strength – Steel Benders operations director Phil Anderson with Tees Business director Martin Walker .
SUPPORT FOR INNOVATORS WHO SHOW STEEL A steel bending and profiling firm says it ’ s proud to sponsor the Breaking the Mould award because the winner will have challenged convention and inspired change .
Steel Benders MD Tania Cooper MBE said : “ I was particularly keen for us to align with a category that recognises innovation and empowerment .
“ By supporting women who challenge conventions and drive change , Steel Benders is proud to foster a positive impact and powerful message within both the business community and wider society .”
INSPIRING WOMEN TO START IN BUSINESS The Best Newcomer category can help inspire women to enter the business world , its sponsor believes .
Middlesbrough-based critical power specialist Durata says that because it shines a light on fresh new talent and shows what they can achieve , it ’ s the ideal category to support .
Durata quality director Alison McGee said : “ The Best Newcomer category showcases the freshest talent in the area and hopefully can inspire others to take that leap and start their own business .”
Power – Durata quality director Alison McGee with Tees Business sales manager Chris Garbutt .
CHARITY BEGINS AT HOME The sponsor of the Charity / Voluntary award says its chosen category “ aligns perfectly with our values ”.
Claire Wordsworth , of global chemical giant SABIC , said : “ We provide volunteering opportunities for our colleagues and actively encourage them to volunteer for community causes closest to their hearts .
“ We support many local charities through our Corporate and Social Responsibility ( CSR ) programme , so we are looking forward to honouring the hardworking women who are driven to create a better Teesside and life for all .”
GETTING BEHIND THE NEW GENERATION Logistics giant AV Dawson says sponsoring the Student of the Year category reflects its own commitment to the next generation .
On the cards – Tees Business sales manager Chris Garbutt with AV Dawson ’ s people and culture director Louise Croce .
Louise Croce , people and culture director , said : “ As a business that invests in our leaders of the future and works collaboratively with local schools , colleges and universities to inspire the next generation , it is important to us to highlight the amazing career paths in our sector .
“ Traditionally , the logistics and port sector has been a very male-dominated environment . However , we are actively changing these perceptions .”
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