STARTUP SUPERSTARS
Champions all – the category winners celebrate on stage .
Innovation , talent and tenacity rewarded at Best New Tees Business Awards
The Tees region ’ s deserved reputation as a hotbed of new business talent was further confirmed at the Best New Tees Business Awards 2024 , which saw eight prestigious trophies handed out in Hardwick Hall ’ s Coleman Suite .
Organised by Tees Business in association with hair extension specialist Additional Lengths , it was the fourth time the awards had been held – and the standard of entries was as high as ever . Around 150 people enjoyed lunch and an inspiring keynote speech from Additional Lengths founder Victoria Lynch before hearing uplifting stories of the area ’ s bright new business stars .
Open to businesses formed within the last three years , all the shortlisted firms or individuals were shining examples of the ability and determination needed to successfully get a new business on the right track .
Blazing a trail – Jonathan Hoole of Passive Fire Protection , crowned Best New Business .
Celebration – more than 150 guests attended the Best New Tees Business Awards .
Tees Business director Martin Walker said : “ This region was once described as ‘ an infant , but an infant Hercules ’. And that ’ s exactly what many of this year ’ s finalists are , as they start a journey that will see many become the region ’ s leading job creators and investors of the future .
“ Congratulations to all the winners and finalists , whose innovation , hard work and bravery means our region ’ s future is sure to be in safe hands .
“ And a huge ‘ thank you ’ to our category sponsors – Moonrise , Sovereign Supply Chain Services , Alt Labs and Cornerstone . Without them , we couldn ’ t deliver these awards .
“ But , most of all , we appreciate the support of Additional Lengths for their continued headline sponsorship . Victoria ’ s business journey from spare bedroom to global success is an inspiration to all , so it was really fitting to hear from her on the day .”
Inspiring speech – Victoria Lynch , MD of headline sponsor Additional Lengths .
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