United in Diversity This award recognises the business or individual who has done the most to demonstrate commitment to promoting and supporting employees from under-represented and minority backgrounds on their journey from the front line to the boardroom. Celebrating the power of ethnic talent and enterprise, this award will be presented to a business owner or resident of Knowsley from a multi-ethnic background
Hospitality, Leisure and Retail Business of the Year This award recognises the vital role that Hospitality, Leisure and Retail businesses play in serving local communities and attracting visitors to the area. It celebrates excellence across the sector, including restaurants, cafés, leisure facilities, shops, visitor attractions, and similar businesses. We’re looking for an organisation that stands out for its exceptional service, innovation, and impact
Team of the Year The Team of the Year award recognises a team who ‘help to shape and contribute to the success’ of your business. One that demonstrates exceptional communication and collaboration with shared beliefs, demonstrate outstanding commitment, drive and enthusiasm that in turn has contributed to improved business performance and reputation over the last 12 months. The winning team will be a supportive
Developing Future Skills This award recognises businesses that have done the most to promote opportunities in their sector and build the skills of the workforce of the future. Judges are seeking a business that is working with schools and/or further education colleges to raise aspirations and provides opportunities for young people to undertake work experience, placements and internships. A business who invests in
Black Asian and Minority Ethnic Business of the Year Celebrating the outstanding contributions of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic businesses. This award will be presented to a business owner that identifies as Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic, who has demonstrated that they have contributed to furthering the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic inclusion agenda within their workplace and has made a significant positive
Business to Consumer Award This award recognises the importance of Business to Consumer companies within Knowsley. Open to businesses in any sector who demonstrate service excellence in the delivery of services and or products directly to the end consumer. This includes nominations from retailers, restaurants, bars, cafés and businesses in the hospitality sector. In shortlisting, judges will consider the evidence provided
Employer of the Year This award celebrates businesses that are simply great to work for, have created a stimulating and supportive environment with a strong culture, engaged workforce and commitment to staff development, thereby resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce. In shortlisting, judges will consider the evidence provided for the following: The business
Supply Chain Business of the Year This award celebrates Knowsley’s local supply chain businesses that do ‘all they can’ to support other local businesses in growing Knowsley’s economy. Open to businesses of all sizes and all sectors that has demonstrated outstanding performance and going ‘above and beyond’ to support the local supply chain. The winning company will exhibit excellence in areas such as
Apprentice / Employee of the Year This award recognises an inspirational apprentice or employee. An individual who has helped to shape and contribute to the success of a business or organisation, made outstanding progress to date and shows great potential for the future. In shortlisting, judges will consider the evidence provided for the following: The individual’s journey during the last
Community Impact Award This award celebrates the outstanding local charities, organisations, groups, individuals and businesses who work tirelessly for the benefit of the local community. Often without reward, individuals and community groups work behind the scenes, changing places and changing lives. Knowsley want to shine the spotlight on their remarkable achievements. In shortlisting, judges will consider the evidence provided for the following:
