CF FERTILISERS – DIVERSITY AWARD
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS MIDDLESBROUGH – NET ZERO AWARD
WAKEFIELDS SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY – INNOVATION AWARD
CF general manager Martin Liddle said : “ CF Fertilisers is sponsoring the Diversity award to continue championing diversity , equity and inclusion ( DEI ) within the business community .
“ It highlights the importance and benefits of fostering a diverse workforce , including enhanced innovation , better decision-making and a stronger employer brand , and by celebrating organisations making strides in DEI , we inspire others to follow suit .”
Holiday Inn Express cluster sales manager Laura McTaggart said : “ Holiday Inn Express and Station Suites Middlesbrough are proud to be supporting the Net Zero award .
“ Sponsoring such an award gives us the opportunity to recognise businesses that are making significant efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and promoting environmental responsibility within our business community .
“ Teesside is leading the way in this field , and we are keen to celebrate the successes achieved in our region .”
Wakefields Smarter Home Technology managing director Martin Wakefield said : “ As pioneers in smart home technology , Wakefields Smarter Home Technology is delighted to sponsor the Innovation category at the Tees Business Awards .
“ Innovation drives everything we do , from creating bespoke lighting solutions to designing state-of-the-art home cinemas .
“ Supporting this award category allows us to champion fellow businesses who share our passion for pushing boundaries and embracing new ideas .”
PUNCH ROBSON SOLICITORS – TEES BUSINESS LEADER
OUTRANK – LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
NEL FUND MANAGERS – SMALL TEES BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
Punch Robson Solicitors ’ managing partner Elaine McLaine-Wood , pictured with business partner John Wilkin , said : “ We ’ re delighted to be sponsoring this category again this year .
“ The first two years attracted quality nominations and stellar shortlists – and we ’ ve been amazed by the quality again this year .
“ We ’ re proud of our record of championing businesses and individuals in business across the Tees Valley over the years .”
Outrank CEO Stephen Robinson , pictured above with his team , said : “ We believe in celebrating the businesses and individuals who have shaped the Tees Valley into the thriving hub it is today .
“ That ’ s why we ’ re proud to sponsor the Lifetime Achievement award , which embodies everything it takes to build a lasting impact .
“ As a digital marketing agency born and bred in Teesside , Outrank knows the drive , determination and sheer hard work required to turn ambition into reality .
“ We ’ re honoured to play a part in recognising those who have paved the way .”
NEL Fund Managers CEO Paul Scott said : “ NEL is proud to sponsor the Small Business of the Year category as part of our commitment to supporting and championing ambitious SMEs across the North-East .
“ Headquartered in the North-East , with offices in Stockton and Gateshead , we ’ ve been investing in , supporting and helping businesses achieve their growth ambitions for over 30 years .
“ NEL recognises the vital role small businesses play in driving economic growth , creating jobs and facilitating innovation .
“ By investing in and celebrating the region ’ s most dynamic enterprises , we aim to showcase their success and inspire further growth within the regional economy .”
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