M&A Today - Global Awards - 2022

M&A Today - Global Awards - 2022

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Editor's Introduction

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Africa

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Asia

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Europe

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North America

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Oceania & Global

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South America

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Winner’s Index

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Welcome to M&A Today Global Awards – 2022

By broadening the focus beyond advertising alone, the purpose of the Annual Awards is to lift the perception of creativity above clever headlines and provide the readership with a comprehensive understanding of those firms that are truly leaders within their chosen areas of specialisation.

The intellectual and emotional achievement of communication transcends the barriers of distance, language and culture. The Annual Awards programs extend over regional, national and international boundaries and reach out to the readers in an empirical, impartial and comprehensive way.

It is a strict requirement for all M&A Today Awards programs to receive no less than 23% in votes from the global readership, currently in excess of 371,000. This policy is applied to further endorse the worthiness of the awards presented and any marketing carried out as a result of the awards process. As with each of the ten editions of M&A Today produced during the year, the M&A Today Global Awards 2022 provides the reader with in-depth analysis and coverage of the ever changing legal and financial landscape across the globe, whilst documenting those firms that are truly leaders within their specific areas of specialisation.

In summary, in the current challenging times, the M&A Today Annual Awards programs provide a benchmark of the very best of the best industry leaders, exemplary teams and distinguished organisations based on the simple principles of veracity, accuracy and insight.

The M&A Today Global Awards 2022 edition has been divided into six sections. Furthermore, you will find a full and comprehensive winners index towards the end of the supplement.

We would like to extend our congratulations to all of the 2022 Global Awards winners.

Editor in Chief

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Rand Strategy

Management Consulting Advisory Firm of the Year - Rand Strategy - South Africa

Skills Train Distribution

Best EMS & Fire Safety Training Provider 2022 - South Africa

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AFRICA Best EMS & Fire Safety Training Provider 2022

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Skills Train Distribution was founded by Linda Botha who has been active in the importing and distribution area for many years, with that experience comes invaluable knowledge and expertise in this large area. As an entrepreneur and member of the Women President’s Organisation Linda has already won awards for the important role she plays in business.

“We care about education and believe that skills development is a crucial element to a better Southern Africa” One of Linda’s passions is with the fire and EMS services, always ensuring that her clients are made aware of the latest products and promoting up to date training opportunities to enhance their growth and understanding within this field. This could be through an e-learning hub, print books, digital contract, or lifesaving products.

We offer group discounts, so it’s a great option

for businesses who want to train their employees.

The courses cover a wide range of topics, from customer service to leadership, and are delivered by experienced trainers. Whether you’re looking to improve your skills for your current job or learn something new for your career.

As one of our winner’s, we are proud to support Linda and her team for the EMS and Fire services they continue to provide, at elite standards that are fully supported.

Already in the talks is that they will be teaming up with a large medical company that has been appointed to take medical products into the market.

Skills Train Distribution is the master distributor in this territory, focusing on specialised niche markets such as fire and emergency services, rescue and disaster management, health and safety, emergency medical services, technical training services, health, wellness, and resilience life skills.

Linda is honoured to work alongside her team, aside from being the Managing Director she has a clear passion for working with a strong group of skilled, like-minded professionals.

The Flaim Training unit is cutting edge technology and allows students through the real-life experience of virtual reality to learn through all the simulations the actual skills required, so when it comes to a real life emergency they are prepared and the clean green mission value statement is what the Flaim Trainer and the Portable Virtual Reality Training units are all about. Flaim Trainer was developed by Professor James Mullins a Deakin University professor and is backed by Darley USA.

“We currently have over 40 real life scenarios on each of the units from aviation, mining, highrise, size-up, incident command, domestic as in kitchen fires to maritime and constantly adding to the list” Fire and EMS services are essential to the safety of any community. Firefighters are trained to extinguish fires and provide medical treatment, while EMS workers are trained to provide medical treatment to patients with a range of medical conditions. Together, these two groups of first responders help to keep the community safe from fires and other emergencies. In addition to their primary roles, fire and EMS workers also play an important role in disaster response and relief efforts. They often work closely with other agencies, such as the Red Cross, to provide aid to survivors of natural disasters and other emergencies. As a result, fire and EMS services are an essential part of any community’s safety net.

Linda Botha is a highly skilled and experienced distribution trainer. She has worked in the field for over 15 years, and during that time, she has helped to train thousands of distribution workers. Her extensive knowledge of the industry makes her an expert in her field, and she is able to impart this knowledge to her students in a way that is both engaging and easy to understand. Linda is passionate about her work, and she takes great pride in helping her students to succeed. She is an excellent instructor, and her classes are always wellattended. Her positive attitude and strong work ethic are just two of the many reasons why Linda Botha is a highly respected distribution trainer.

Contact Details Tel: +27 11 467 2730 Fax: +27 86 607 7690 Cell: +27 82 552 7742 Email: linda@skillstrain.co.za susan@skillstrain.co.za mphor@skillstrain.co.za

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DEEPBLUE Pte Ltd

Best Marine Systems Design & Engineering Consultancy 2022 - Singapore

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Fairdeal International

Best Ship Suppliers 2022 & Best Supply Service In India

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KOTOAKI ASANO Architect & Associates

Excellence in innovation - 2022 - Tokyo - KOTOAKI ASANO Architect & Associates

LHT Logistics

Best Green Sustainable Wood Product Solution Manufacturing Company 2022 - Singapore

Winking Seal Beer Co.™

Best Craft Beverage Company - South East Asia

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Best Marine Systems Design & Engineering Consultancy 2022

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CONSULTANCY, DESIGN, ENGINEERING, INSTALLATION AND EQUIPMENT SUPPLY DEEPBLUE, 15 years of engineering, design & equipment for your offshore energy and windmill projects.

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We work with standard Oil & Gas operators and majors and provide engineering, design and support for your FSO’s, FPSO’s, FLNG developments and Renewable Energy projects.

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Mooring Systems Design

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Offshore Mooring Chain

With a dedicated team we adapt fast to our clients requirements in order to provide the support and technical knowledge required for their EPIC projects.

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Mooring components

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Agent for VICINAY

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SURF & Subsea Design

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Structural Engineering

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Naval Architecture

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Hydrodynamics

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FLNG Systems Design

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Temporary FSO Systems

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Platforms for Wind Energy

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CALM Buoy Engineering

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Installation Personnel

We have projects in SE-Asia and worldwide, in waterdepths ranging from 20 to 4,000 m. More than 100 projects so far and we keep adding new projects.

Since 2021 we are agents in South East Asia for VICNAY Marine. Offshore chain manufacturers with Factories in China, Spain and Brazil.

WWW.DEEPBLUE.SG Yves.dl@deepblue.sg

Environmental submerged breakwater Building on our expertise acquired in the marine and subsea Industry, we have developed, designed and built an environmentally positive submerged breakwater.

The system is modular and can be built anywhere at lower costs and time then traditional breakwaters. It creates beautiful Coral reefs, reduces the wave energy by 80% and reduces the erosion of beaches.

Visit us at WWW.LITTORAL.SG

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Best Ship Suppliers 2022 & Best Supply Service In India

Fairdeal International has long been a leading supplier of maritime equipment and supplies. The company has now announced that it has completed its supply orders for a range of ships, including passenger liners, cargo vessels, and tankers. Fairdeal International has a reputation for providing high-quality products and services, and it is clear that this latest announcement will only serve to strengthen that reputation. The company’s products are used all over the world, and it is clear that its commitment to

quality is appreciated by its many customers.

With its latest announcement, Fairdeal International has once again demonstrated its ability to meet the needs of the shipping industry.

Fairdeal International was set up at Chennai in 1990 and established the activity at all major and minor ports of India in 1993 as a ship supply company (Ship chandler) to meet the growing needs of domestic and foreign ship owners.

We are well equipped and can supply all quality items of provision, deck, engine,

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lifesaving and firefighting, navigational aids and other ship requirements.

With qualified technicians and skilled workers to attend to the ship repairs of both Deck and Engine sides at very short notice.

As they have branches at all the ports, they are in a position to procure the non-available items at respective ports from the available branches.

To implement these policies, the Company has established its Quality Management System which shall comply with ISO 9002: 1994 standards

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info@fairdealinternational.in info@fairdealinternational.com Office Phone: +91 44 2524 4492 +91 44 2523 0635 +91 44 2524 4877 Fax: www.fairdealinternational.in Web: +91 9840034505 Mobile:

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Best Green Sustainable Wood Product Solution Manufacturing Company 2022

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materials known as the “Innovative Processed Product Conversion (IPPC)” series. The decision to adopt this process showcases the innovative mindset that has always inspired the LHT Holdings team. It is not only more environmentally-friendly, it reduces the number of steps in the manufacturing process by more than half compare to natural wood pallets. No heat-treatment required, pestfree, hassle free custom clearance and exempted from ISPM 15. The most convenience environmentally-friendly pallet for shipping.

LHT Holdings Limited has made a name for itself as one of the largest manufacturing companies of high-quality wooden pallets, boxes, and crates in Singapore. Keeping up with demand from an international supply chain is no easy task, and they have managed it whilst being named Best Green Sustainable Wood Product Solution Manufacturing Company - Singapore in M&A Today - Global Awards 2022. We take a closer look to uncover how this incredible business has flourished over the last few years.

Established in 1977, LHT Holdings is one of Singapore’s great success stories. A small staff of 180 provides a competitive one-stop-shop solution to the international market when it comes to creating the wooden pallets, boxes and crates that transport items around the world.

Their recent success, however, has come from their commitment to finding ways of making sure that their work is as environmentally friendly as possible at all times.

The move towards a more environmentally minded approach has seen processed pallets and crates made from about 60 to 100 percent recycling wood waste

Contact Details Address: No 27 Sugei Kadut Street 1, Singapore 729335 Tel: (65) 62697890 Web: www.lht.com.sg

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Advan Abogados

Best Specialist Business Advice Practice - Spain

Anna Banaszewska

Pharma/Biotech Lawyer of the Year - Anna Banaszewska - Poland

Audiology Associates Ltd

Best Audiology Company - 2022 - Audiology Associates Ltd - Wales

Avv. Prof. Antonino Longo

International & Commercial Law Lawyer of the Year - Avv. Prof. Antonino Longo - Allex - Italy

Biramis

Most Outstanding Exit Strategies Consulting Firm 2022 - UK

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Business Valuation International Ltd

Valuation Company of the Year - 2022 - Business Valuation International Ltd. - London

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Buildeo

Best Commercial Construction Company - UK - Buildeo

Chapelle Consulting

Best Risk Management Advisory & Training Firm - Chapelle Consulting - UK

CJC

Best Managed Service Provider & Recognised Leaders in Financial Technology

Crossmeads

Best Property Management Services Company 2022 - UK

DL Accounts Ltd

Best Accountancy Firm of the Year - UK

Donald Campbell Self Catering Accommodation

Best Business Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - UK

Expede Group Limited

Most Innovative Education Chairman - Martin Roots - UK

Falcon Tenders Ltd

Most Innovative Superyacht Tenders Manufacturers 2022 - UK

Furry Feasts

Best Natural Raw Pet Food Company 2022 - UK

Global Immigration Law

Most Outstanding Immigration Counselling Firm 2022 - UK

GOLDSINGERS

Best Event Entertainers of the Year 2022 - GOLDSINGERS - Monaco

GPC Opticians

Opticians of the Year 2022 - UK

Graphology Solutions Group

Best Graphology & Leadership Development Consultancy 2022 - Europe

Greenfields Financial Management Ltd

Independent Financial Management Firm of the Year - UK

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HOLD

Best Independent Lifestyle & Stationary Boutique - UK

John McKay Jewellers

Best Wedding & Engagement Jewellers 2022 - UK

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Leadership Original Concept

Europe Top Leaders of the Year - 2022 - CEO Jarmila Katharine Baresova and COO - Vojtech Smejkal - Leadership Original Concept s.r.o.

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Petals & Pressies

Best Luxury Floral Boutique - Ireland

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Philippe & Partners

Law Firm of the Year - Arbitration - Luxembourg

PRUY LL.M.

Immigration Law Lawyer of the Year - Germany

Quastels LLP

Leading Commercial Property Transactions Lawyer of the Year - Michael Haringman - UK

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Regional Homes Ltd

Best Independent Estate Agency - UK

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SICGEN

Leading Innovators in Polyclonal Antibody Production 2022 - Portugal

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SIDOS UK Ltd

Best Railway Security Consultancy - UK

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Contested & Hostile Bids Expert of the Year - France

Stonehurst Properties

Best Family-Run Residential Development Company - UK

Sue Oliver Dog Grooming Studio

Dog Grooming Training Provider of the Year - UK

Turbo Specialist

Best Turbo & Electronic Actuator Repair Specialist 2022 - UK

VSR Clinic

Best Skin Rejuvenation Focused Aesthetic Clinic - UK

Wimmer Financial LLP

Per Wimmer - Best Founder of the Year - UK

Word Perfect Translations

Public Sector Service Excellence Award - 2022 - Word Perfect Translations - ROI

Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office

Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office - Companies Law- Merger & Acquisitions - Law Firm of the Year –Turkey

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Most Outstanding Exit Strategies Consulting Firm 2022

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Biramis works for business owners who want to earn more, and become financially independent when they retire or exit their businesses.

It is vital to build a wealth creation plan as part of your exit strategy.

MAXIMISE THE VALUE OF THE BUSINESS YOU HAVE CREATED. Every business owner at some point needs to make the choice to exit their business. Whether it is a succession to the next generation, or to another business, many owners overlook exit strategy since they are deeply involved within the day-to-day operations of the business.

Plus business exits come with tax implications and lifestyle consequences.

THE BEST BUSINESS EXIT STRATEGIES ARE BALANCED TO MEET YOUR NEEDS. Biramis understand the advantage of early planning to ensure that you create maximum value before your business exit and that the process is a smooth one.

Biramis can help you navigate this journey to ensure that your exit reaps the maximum benefits and value.

HANDING OVER A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS Value creation for the purpose of exiting, rather than simply profit, is based on building a successful business that has intrinsic value and can be purchased outright or integrated into a larger group. Realising this value requires a specific timetable and key actions to prepare the business for a future acquirer. Over 50% of business exits fail because of lack of advance planning.

The Biramis team will work together with you to help enhance performance at all levels of your business, so that your people are empowered and in sync, and they become aligned with the business objectives, a key critical success factor.

OUR TAILORED APPROACH ADDRESSES 4 TYPICAL LIFECYCLES.

ADDRESS: 76 KING STREET, MANCHESTER M2 4NH TEL: +44 (0) 161 817 8052

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Valuation Company of the Year - 2022 - Business Valuation International Ltd. - London

BVint provides Advanced Independent Valuation and Risk Modelling worldwide to private equities, venture capitals, family offices, entrepreneurs, managers, investors and to accounting and legal firms. Founded in 2012, by the PhD Dr. Fernando Scarpati and a team of PhDs coming from leading private equity firms, BVint was the first company in Europe to offer advanced multidimensional valuation with probabilistic multiscenario analysis and Monte Carlo simulations and is a global leader in this arena. Today BVint has clients in more than 40 countries.

Accountancy firms although proficient, cannot apply the same level of skill or expertise as business valuation is a niche area of competency. Valuation professionals need to have a specific expertise not only about corporate finance but also about the different markets and sectors, strategy, risk, technologies, human resources, environmental and social impact, etc. In other words, a good valuation needs to have a multidimensional analysis.

Today, independent valuations are a must for early-stage companies and SME’s before a fundraising round or an M&A deal. Valuations must be performed by professional appraisers with expertise in each specific industry sector. Business valuation International Ltd - BVint is 100% focused on providing business valuations and has professionals specialized on the different industry sectors.

Independency is another pillar that BVint holds.

Today, companies, investors, Private Equities need an independent valuation before negotiation or making an investment decision. M&A agencies and advisors cannot

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be fully independent, as conflict of interest arise from deal success-based compensations agreed with their clients.

M&A advisory firms maybe biased depending on the level of interest they have in buying or selling a firm.

Additionally, BVint’s advanced independent valuations are not only made for M&A transactions or companies and investors looking for fundraising, but also for value driven and investment decisions. In fact, most clients update their valuations once a year and this helps them to monitor the market and take value driven decisions.

BVint’s unique databases provide clients with unvaluable strategic analysis and information about competitors and comparable deals. The company has specialist for each micro sector including advanced technologies in all industries. The company has clients of all sizes and types of deals including Start-ups, Early Stage, SME’s, IPO’s and Listed Companies.

Today, institutional investors tend to select projects / companies that previously worked on an independent valuation and can rationally measure the risks involved in the long term. BVint advanced valuation provides clients with the necessary tools to formulate a professional communication approach and to ensure the potential of the business is demonstrated and recognised by a potential acquirer or investor. Investors and decision makers need an advanced valuation: • •

To identify and understand the value drivers of a business in the long term To measure the impact of the risks affecting the value of the company

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To analyse the value of the company in the light of a probabilistic distribution and multi-scenario analysis, which includes all possible scenarios that its drivers may generate.

To have access to the most complete benchmarking and competition analysis using BVint databases.

BVint will tell you all you need to know about potential competitors, deals and technologies.

To have the information to elaborate a strategic value creation plan aimed at mitigating risks and capturing opportunities.

Valuations are based on the potential of the business, but this is always uncertain and subject to a wide range of risks. Therefore, companies and investors need to understand and master all risks involved in the business. Many traditional valuation methods simply underestimate risk, Founder and Managing or treat it as a static, onepartner (Dr. Fernando time event. This is the reason Scarpati) why BVint uses Monte Carlo analysis to assess the volatility of the different drivers in the long term.

Monte Carlo simulations are used to model the probability and volatility of different outcomes in a process that cannot easily be predicted due to the intervention of random variables. Since business and finance are plagued by random variables, Monte Carlo simulations have a vast array of potential applications in these fields. They are used to assess the risk that an entity will default and to analyze derivatives such as options. Insurers and oil well drillers also use them. BVint also uses them to assess all risks and variables driving the value of companies and investments. Sample of uncertain variables assessed by BVint in its advanced valuations: • • • • • • •

Currency Volatility, Interest Volatility, Credit Risk, Emerging Countries Volatility Commodity prices, Growth rates volatility, Markets, Strategic, Operative and Technological Risks and value drivers, Success probabilities to achieve certain goals in each business plan, Early-Stage Default Probabilities and Risk according to stage of development and sector, Other Potential Contingencies

The company also offers a special valuation service for start-ups and early-stage businesses which includes an angel scorecard and the “BVint start-up score and Index”.

The BVint angel scorecard assesses the management team, the technology, the intellectual property, the market characteristics and potential, the competition, etc, and depending on the final score (BVint start-up index), they will tell you the probabilities of success of the business based on reliable market statistics. The BVint start-up index is a unique assessment tool in the market, and it is

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also used by Venture Capitals to assess and filter the flow of projects they receive.

Aside from leading the pack across Europe, BVint has now become one of the best valuation firms in London where it’s HQ is situated. Bringing a global view to local industries and economies, the company also has offices in Geneva, Malta, New Delhi, Luxembourg and Monaco.

Although a proudly British company, BVint have clients across the world, more specifically in Europe, USA, Canada, Latin America, and some countries in Asia.

This is due to their focus and expertise on the different markets as well as to their advanced methodologies added to the more traditional ones which are needed for decision making.

BVint, with some strategic partners, is currently developing an unrivalled and advanced valuation software to provide business valuations to early stage and SMEs businesses. The platform will use artificial intelligence and market databases to calculate the value of a business in a few minutes. The valuation will be based on both DCF, and comparable analyses and it will also allow users to create different business plan scenarios and benchmark against their peers. Users will be able to use sensitivity analysis to better understand the impact of the different drivers on the valuation of the company and make useful value-driven decisions. SMEs will have an easy-to use software to follow up the risk-drivers and the value of the company.

BVint uses the same advance techniques private equities use internally for decision making. To ensure a smooth sail prior to embarking on fundraising, companies need to speak the same language for PE’s and VC’s. Like the big four consulting firms, BVint is a member of the Forum of Firms IFAC and has many international certificates and awards. All professionals working at BVint are international valuation specialists certified by the IACVS. The International Association of Certified Valuation Specialists (IACVS) is the International Institute of Business Valuers and applies International Valuation Standards (IVS).

Business Valuation International board members

Company: BVint - Business Valuation International Ltd Contact: Dr. Fernando Scarpati Email: f.scarpati@bvint.com Web: www.bvint.com

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Opticians of the Year 2022

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GPC opticians care about your vision GPC Opticians is special we think different! GPC opticians tries to find the perfect glasses for our client.

So rather than looking at hundreds of glasses we ask our clienta questions about their lifestyle, how they feel about glasses ( do they like wearing glasses or hate them, when did they first start to wear glasses and what they would like to get from their new glasses.) , the patients concerns like if they have had bad experiences with glasses, what is the most important thing about their glasses. We also want to know what their typical lifestyle is like how their week day is and how their weekend varies. We may require different eyewear for these different situatons.

During the eye exam we may discover cataracts or yellowing of the external part of the eye so that we can advise about sunglasses to protect from UV damage.

Then we style them using our unique method of looking at their face shape, personal style (are

they casual, formal), features, colouring and their prescription. In this way rather than looking at hundreds of glasses we style them and present only 6 or 7 frames which are suitable for them. So instead of looking through hundreds of glasses we have narrowed that to 6-7 glasses by asking personal questions and be interested in the clients lifestyle, personality and what they would like to get out of their glasses. This is all carried out over a latte or cappucino. We have worked hard to create an environment which combines fashion shows on digital displays. We have close ties with all our frame manufacturers to make sure that all our frames are current and on trend. Walking into the practice is like walking the streets of Milan for Versace, Paris for longchamp or New York for Tom Ford.

GPC Opticians has recently been refurbished to the highest standards. The company’s new look perfectly complements its eyewear styling philosophy, and GPC offers the latest in eyewear fashion. The company carries brands such as Versace, Longchamp, and Tom Ford. The bespoke service will perfectly match clients with the perfect pair of eyeglasses or sunglasses.

Here Are Five Reasons To Visit GPC Opticians in Stevenage • Experienced Specialist Staff • Fully Licensed Top Designer Brands including Versace, Longchamp, Boss and Polo Ralph Lauren • Inclusive 30 min Eyewear Style Consultation (£37 value) • High Quality Eye Test and Consultation • Multi Award winning Opticians:

Company: GPC Opticians Email: gpcopticians@gmail.com Address: 22 The Forum, Stevenage, SG1 1EH Tel: 01438 364 168

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Best Wedding & Engagement Jewellers 2022

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WEDDING JEWELLERS OF THE YEAR John McKay Jewellers www.johnmckayjewellers.com | 0141 889 4904 | sales@johnmckayjewellers.com Based in Paisley, Scotland, John McKay Jewellers stock a wide range of unique and designer jewellery, alongside offering a bespoke creation service. It first opened in 1946, and today its stellar reputation has been built on the back of its timeless quality, vast expertise, and highly-personalised customer service. John McKay Jewellers is an approved member of The National Association of Jewellers – both marks of the company’s enduring quality.

Furthermore, the jeweller is committed to ethically sourcing the materials used for its stunning pieces, including fair trade metals, and conflict free diamonds and gems.

ITS STELLAR REPUTATION HAS BEEN BUILT ON THE BACK OF ITS TIMELESS QUALITY, VAST EXPERTISE, AND HIGHLY-PERSONALISED CUSTOMER SERVICE.

The company’s jewellery collections cover every type of piece, from engagement and wedding rings, to bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and cufflinks suitable for any age range and all types of occasion.

Between the elegant gold and sterling silver settings used, customers have a vast array of options that have been carefully curated by the team of expert jewellers in-store. However, for many customers its custom design service is an opportunity to wear a piece that’s made been especially for them. John McKey Jewellers uses the latest in cutting-edge design technology, including manufacturing equipment and computer aided design to produce jewellery with genuine precision. Blending these modern solutions with traditional craftsmanship, customers are promised a finished piece of exceptional quality.

The judging panel was particularly impressed by the jeweller’s bespoke wedding ring design service. John McKey Jewellers offers a breadth of guidance for customers, whether they are in-store or browsing online. In-store, they can converse with the expert designers, talking through their exact requirements and giving them a clear picture of their style, taste, and budget. Every detail is down to the customer’s preference, from the type of band, the clarity of diamonds or gems used, and its shape, ensuring that each piece is a unique, one-of-a-kind. The online Wedding Ring Builder gives customers almost the same level of versatility, offering userfriendly functionality that takes them step-by-step through the design process. John McKey Jewellers offer pieces that truly stand the test of time, and can help turn its customer’s dreams into reality.

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Europe Top Leaders 2022 - Vojtech Smejkal – COO Leadership Original Concept & Jarmila Katharine Baresova – CEO Leadership Original Concept Czech Republic

When you get your next opportunity – as a person or as a company – MOVE! And when you are not moving something is broken – and it needs to be fixed – you will have a thousand opportunities to give up but do not give in. Keep on moving

Relax – Recharge – Restart – SIMPLY ROCK IT LEADERSHIP

Leadership Original is one of the most up-to-date education and training companies with 10 years of profound experience regarding soft skills, management and business procedure and consultancy, inner strength and psychological background. What makes us unique is that we combine pragmatic and practical leadership strategies with sub-consciousness mind. Our trainings teach clients how to become more independent on the outside world and more grounded with inner strength and spirituality.

Intuition is the only GPS which is always right, but it does not work under fear or stress. As well it does not provide “the analysis” for business decisions. Our clients value the fact they have the courage after our training; to see, hear and feel intuition and then to follow it.

Always ahead with the market needs – simply to serve THE BEST. “We always think how to serve best. What is really needed now? “ We are in a very challenging year as a society, as we all know. Most of our clients are more seeking stress relief and a safe place for emotion management than “performance management or result training” To be a good leader you need to have a certain amount of energy and good faith.

The standard “personal development field” contains all sorts of “soft skills” and “boring skills” programs for companies and entrepreneurs but none of them have a complex combination of – Mind and Emotional strength “LIFE IS NOT GOING TO BE EASIER UNLESS YOU BECOME MORE SKILLED”

opposite of love, intuition and positive faith. We cannot lie about what is happening around us. We cannot deny emotions we all have as human beings. All we need is a safe space to relax – recharge – find a faith and rock again once we have energy.

We combine strategies on how to handle emotions and crises and difficult situations including; death and depression. We are not afraid of challenges with our clients. We are well known for our “pragmatism and realistic optimism” Clients refer to our training as a “healing experience” or “spiritual freedom” or “back to love”.

Leadership Original Program is currently filling a much-needed gap on the marked for those companies and individuals who are looking for long-term results, along with good working and living conditions. We offer an individual approach to each VIP client in English Language; we can work with remote tools such as skype, audio podcasts, and consultations.

We invite our clients to spend a few days with us in some wonderful place. This year it was in beautiful Wolfgangsee in Austria for summer and the Indian summer. The following destination for winter is usually in Spain. After personal training we stay in touch via phone, skype and other modern communication technology.

This year we are introducing full “Leadership Original Certified training” for internal Mental Health managers, HR personnel or any other internal staff. Having a “team leader” who can help in difficult situations and is skilled enough to provide qualified support in leadership fields is a big “employee benefit”.

We love travelling and meeting our clients. Intensive or Core Leadership Original Programmes are also offered for corporate and large companies, medium companies and entrepreneurs, for sport teams and Olympians. Offering certified Leadership Trainings for those who want to extend their skills and experience new and unique Art of Leadership POWER both in private and business life.

Jarmila Katharine likes a challenge, as business project consultant for start-ups and entrepreneurs or in house international projects worldwide.

Now more than ever we need to gain the skills not to only to survive but to win and thrive! Nobody said it would be easy. That is why we are here to help as many individuals and companies as we can.

“When the war started, we felt the atmosphere and knew this would be a very difficult year. We all just barely got over covid and here we go again! Our brain is not designed to make us happy but to help us survive, unless we are trained how to manage our pain, stress, and emotions. That is why we train.

When any kind of pain takes too long to get through, we become tired and de-motivated. We begin to lack self-esteem and fear is the

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Vojtech Smejkal, COO vojtech@leadershiporiginal.com Jarmila Katharine Baresova , CEO jarmila.katharine@leadershiporiginal.com

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Best Luxury Wedding Florist 2022

Perfect petals Uk is An independent, award winning florist offering a complete bespoke service, ensuring our couples have the perfect petals on their wedding day. Working closely with local growers we use British blooms with pride and offer a huge range of seasonal flowers grown with love. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and offer a wide range of styles to suit every order.

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Bridal testimonial I cannot thank you enough for how incredible our flowers were. My bouquet was breathtaking and beyond what I could even have pictured in my mind. Every piece was perfect and beautiful.

Forever grateful for your talent and kindhearted nature, you’ve been truly amazing through the whole process and always brought a positive energy to each meeting.

www.perfectpetalsuk.com Perfectpetalsuk@gmail.com 07765865822

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Leading Commercial Property Transactions Lawyer of the Year Michael Haringman

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Q UA S T E L S LEGAL ADVISERS Quastels is a commercial law firm in Central London. Over two decades we have earned the loyalty of some of the most respected companies and private individuals in business.

wide range of often interconnecting advice you and your business might need.

We distinguish ourselves by the quality of our relationships and our exceptional service. A deep commitment to our internal culture has fostered a dynamic, collegiate environment with a strong sense of purpose.

Our legal team has the ability to get to the heart of a matter quickly and deliver swift and effective results for our clients.

We believe in the power of teams and teamwork rather than working in siloed departments. We are powerfully networked and are often able to facilitate and unlock opportunities for our clients

EXPERTISE We consciously avoid siloed departments because we understand that commercial life doesn’t fit into neatly defined boxes. Instead we work as a single, experienced and integrated team whose combined expertise can deliver the

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As individuals we are all different and yet we share the same strong values and sense of commitment to our clients and our firm. As partners and staff we are accessible, personable and proactive – reassuring our clients that we are always here right alongside them.

Contact Details Company: Quastels Address: Watson House, 54 Baker Street London W1U 7BU Tel: +44 (0)20 7908 2525 Email: enquiries@quastels.com Web: www.quastels.com

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Best Independent Estate Agency - UK

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There are many different qualities that make an estate agent the best in their field. Firstly, they need to have an in-depth knowledge of the local property market. This means that they will be able to advise their clients on the best time to buy or sell a property, as well as giving them an accurate estimate of its value. Secondly, they need to be highly organised and efficient, as the process of buying, selling or letting a property can be very complex and time-consuming. Finally, they need to have excellent communication and negotiation skills in order to achieve the best possible price for their client. Estate agents who possess all of these qualities are considered to be amongst the best in their field. Having already won awards for their lettings and property management Regional Homes Ltd are competent in all aspects of realty.

THE ALL IN ONE PROPERTY SOLUTION EXPERTS “Regional Homes reputation is built on doing everything to the fullest extent. We utilise our experience and expertise to ensure that whether it be the selling, letting or managing a property – full compliance and legislation is adhered to.

Delivering maximum ROI on your sales or rental property carried out with attention to detail in every aspect.”

BAL – FOUNDER KNOWING YOUR HOME IS IN GOOD HANDS In addition to being knowledgeable about the real estate market and the properties in their area, Regional Homes Ltd are skilled in marketing, negotiation, and customer service.

Working long hours where needed and trained with the knowledge to handle rejection, whilst remaining calm and professional at all times. By overcoming these challenges Regional Homes Ltd have proved they can succeed in this competitive industry.

Lead by founder Bal Heer, this driven company has proved time and time again their ethics and values are nothing short of the basis of a global award-winning team. The competition is fierce, especially in today’s society, having gone through the pandemic to be faced with the reality of falling house prices, mortgage’s being cancelled and down valuations. We are all feeling the strain, but our estate agents are burning the candle at both ends to work with what they can. Thinking outside the box, never faltering on client communication, staying up to date with government setbacks and fighting for each case as a new battle.

When it comes to buying, selling, letting or managing a property, it is important to choose an estate agent that you can trust. Regional Homes are experienced in managing the process from start to finish, ensuring that both buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants are satisfied with the outcome. In addition, this hard-working team are both friendly and professional, making the process as stress-free as possible. With so much at stake, it is essential to choose an estate agent that you can rely on.

Regional Homes Ltd have been named ‘Best Independent Estate Agency’ for reasons that resonate with our voters.

Their opulent service to clients, work ethics, knowledge, communication and service from start to finish are what sets this company apart from the many others. Bal and her team are driven to work and produce an elite service, this is built on not only the points covered but the caring nature of this team, they are standing strong and delivering the results, working hard for you, their client, in the only way they know how. Regional Homes Ltd has cemented their position within this field, and are un-moved, un-touched and always ready to ride the realty waves and stay at the top.

Contact Details Office: Birmingham Tel: 0121 285 3650 Email: info@regionalhomesltd.com Address: 274 High Street, Smethwick, B66 3NL Office: Tel: Email: Address:

Wolverhampton Office 01902 283 380 landlords@regionalhomesltd.com 1 The Parade, Cannock Road, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, WV10 8PZ

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Leading Innovators in Polyclonal Antibody Production 2022

ANTIBODIES sicgen.pt SICGEN antibodies is a biotechnology company specialized in developing and production of antibodies for research in life sciences.

SICGEN taking advantage of cutting-edge technologies is committed to developing itself to the world’s provider of polyclonal antibodies and antibody related products and services with the best quality and the most competitiveedge prices. It is both a product and a service company and its primary line of business is the discovery and marketing of new antibodies for research and scientific purposes.

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antibodies for leading national and international institutions, including universities, research institutes, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and biotechnology distributors worldwide with its main market in North America, Europe and Far East Polyclonal antibodies have some advantages to monoclonal antibodies including multiple epitopes, faster production and more competitive. As both primary or secondary antibodies, they can be used in a variety of different techniques such as ELISA, FACS, IF, IHC, IP, WB, etc.

SICGEN, an Accredited Animal Facility, provides a full service from cDNA sourcing to affinity purified antibody production. Available antibody packages can include antigen design, antigen synthesis, antigen conjugation, immunization, ELISA test, purification, antibody labeling and characterization. Customized protocols are also available.

SICGEN has been producing custom polyclonal antibodies for major National and International Universities, Research Institutions, pharmaceutical manufacturers and biotechnology companies worldwide.

ANTIBODIES - 95% PROTEINS - 85% ANTIBODY DEVELOPMENT - 80% PROTEIN EXPRESSION - 70% DNA/RNA SERVICES - 66% SICGEN antibodies is based in the district of Coimbra where it has a Production Unit that comprises lab space and animal house with a capacity for producing hundreds of antibodies raised in goat (Capra hircus) per annum.

By taking full advantage of cutting-edge technologies, SICGEN is committed to becoming a global producer of polyclonal antibodies and antibody-related products and services of the highest quality and at competitive prices. The company produces and markets polyclonal antibodies that have been successful used in several Life Sciences research areas. For example, the antibodies against fluorescent proteins such as GFP, mCherry, tdTomato have featured in many life science research publications, such as Nature, Cell and Science.

By 2022, SICGEN product line had increased to nearly 300 products, the antibodies mostly being used for research purposes, with a particular focus on Western Blotting (WB), Immunofluorescence (IF) and immunocy to chemistry (IHC). Although many are also utilized for ELISA, immunoprecipitation, and other biochemical techniques.

SICGEN continuously strive to develop new antibodyrelated products and services for applications in industry and research. Currently SICGEN produces polyclonal

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SICGEN has a highly experienced professional team.

The animal care staff includes certified researchers, technicians, and licensed veterinary staff. In addition, all employees are encouraged and supported in continuing their education and obtaining additional certifications.

Contact Details Tel: + 351 919 145 219 Email: information@sicgen.pt Address: Modern History Theme Museum Old Malton, Malton, Yorkshire YO17 6RT. GBR

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Best Railway Security Consultancy

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Per Wimmer - Best Founder of the Year

WHO WE ARE

WHAT WE DO

Wimmer Financial is an international boutique investment bank focused on project debt and equity development financing of real estate (residential, commercial, infrastructure), natural resources (mining, oil & gas, alternative energy,) infrastructure, industrials, aviation, shipping and cash flow based financing.

Wimmer Financial specialises in large scale project debt and equity financing junior and midtier growth companies.

Our capabilities encompasses listed equity, senior debt, mezz debt, private equity, project finance, alternative debt financing and M&A. Established on Oct 4 2007, the firm brings together a team of senior banking professionals with diversified geographic, product and transaction backgrounds. This multi-disciplinary approach enables Wimmer Financial to have a breadth of professional experience characteristic of much larger franchises.

Our team prides itself on its integrity and agility and its client-led, partnering approach. In its range of experience, the team is particularly suited to advising growth companies seeking the next stage of development.

Through its association with its sister company, Wimmer Family Office, the firm benefits from extensive connections into the world of family offices and private investment capital. These, together with its mainstream institutional investor base, mean that Wimmer Financial can provide broad access to global capital.

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The companies are primarily in the global real estate development space (residential, commercial, infrastructure), natural resources sector mining, oil & gas and alternative energy), industrial, aviation, shipping and cash flow based financing. They are most commonly private or listed on the ASX, the TSX or AIM. Our financing capabilities range from securing equity capital in private and public markets all the way through to arranging senior, mezz and alternative debt. The spectrum of our expertise in between encompasses more innovative forms of financing such as structured finance, high yield, royalty financing, stream financing, commodity prepayment/offtake structures, supplier finance and EXIM structured loans.

Wimmer Financial has a wide range of access to both institutional, family offices, private investment offices and private high net worth investors.

Wimmer Financial also arrange Non-Deal Roadshows and related marketing initiatives where there is no intended capital raise. We tailor these to the specific requirements of the corporate.

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Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office - Companies Law- Merger & Acquisitions - Law Firm of the Year

Yamaner&Yamaner Law Office, one of the oldest, most deep-rooted and respected law offices of Turkey www. yamaner.av.tr, was established in 1920, and has since then been actively operating in Istanbul, one of the important and leading trade centers of the world.

Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office is organized into two major areas of practice: litigation and consultancy.

Our litigation department includes commercial litigation, arbitration, enforcement and insolvency service areas.

Our consultancy departments are specialized in practice areas of corporate and securities, merger and acquisition, joint venture, banking, contracts, competition, real estate, construction, privatization, taxation, information technology including e-commerce, telecommunications, data protection, international trade, shipping, air and road transportation, insurance, environment and energy.

We are committed to serve our clients through a wide range of services and act as a “one-stop shop”. The bases of this commitment lie in our comprehension of the contemporary business, which requires specialist knowledge in various different areas of law at the same time.

Companies Law – Mergers and Acquisitions All lawyers of Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office have a broad base of experience in merger and acquisition transactions in various sectors and industries such as media, tourism, energy, automotive, food, mining, cement,

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construction, special investment (mutual) funds, banking, financial leasing, factoring, and insurance. Briefly, the following services are provided in connection with merger and acquisition activities: • Preparing data room for the target company • Conducting due diligence examination and submitting due diligence report according to international standards • Accompanying clients during contract negotiations • Drafting transaction documents such as SPA, associated agreements and documents • Evaluating the transaction in respect of competition legislation and if necessary making applications to the Turkish Competition Authority for obtaning merger clearence • Completing closing transactions • Advising clients in case of any disputes arsing from the merger and acquisition transactions • Preparation of transaction documents Contact Details Company: Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office Address: Cumhuriyet Caddesi, Gezi Apt., No:9 Kat:5 Taksim - Istanbul - Turkey Tel: +90 212 238 10 65 Email: nilgunyamaner@yamaner.com cihanyamaner@yamaner.com info@yamaner.com Web: www.yamaner.av.tr

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nVolve Technologies Inc

Leading Pioneers in Home Construction Technology - USA

Blackwater Creative

Most Innovative Communications Agency - Canada

Dama Distributing

Best Wholesale Sustainable Cannabis Packaging Company - USA

Fishtown Pharmacy

Best Independent Family-Owned Pharmacy - USA

FTS US, Inc

US Alternative Investment Tax Firm of the Year

Pampas Las Vegas

Best Wedding Venue of the Year - USA

SpryLyfe

Best Oxygen Concentrator Retail Business - USA

Trade Resources & Associates

Best International Trade & Customs Expert Witness - USA

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TSI Legal Enterprises, PC

General Counsel of the Year - Conan J. Higgins - USA

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Universal Accounting & Financial Services Inc.

Best Tax & Accounting Firm 2022 - South East Florida, USA

VITAE Architecture Planning Interiors

Best Architecture & Master Planning Firm - 2022 - VITAE Architecture Planning Interiors - Northern California, USA

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Best Independent Family-Owned Pharmacy

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Fishtown Pharmacy We are a family owned and operated independent pharmacy, and we pride ourselves in offering patients unparalleled customer service. We strive to not only serve our community, but to let them know we are always on their side. Retail pharmacy has increasingly moved away from devoting time and effort to understanding patient’s perspectives. We put in the effort to appreciate our patients’ differing perspectives, which enables us to respond in kind with customized, empathetic care.

After the unfortunate death of one of my heroes, Tony Hsieh, former CEO of Zappos, I reread his amazing book ‘Delivering Happiness,’ and it really helped me realign my pharmacy goals. Focusing on building a staff that genuinely cares for one another and shares passion for our jobs is of paramount importance. I wanted (and now have) a staff that loves to work together. The staff’s care and passion trickle directly down to our patients and create unique and memorable customer interactions. The easiest way to see how a business treats their customers is to observe how they treat their staff; they are seldom not aligned.

In my core vision of the pharmacy, our product is not a tangible physical item like prescription drugs or vitamins. Our primary focus is not necessarily on

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selling medicines or supplements, but on creating a great customer experience. We are essentially a customer service business with a pharmacy problem.

Thank you to M&A for this amazing recognition. My staff and I are collectively blown away at being named ‘Best Independent Family-Owned Pharmacy - USA.’ We are endlessly proud yet truly humbled.

Thank you to the whole pharmacy family for buying in and helping me realize accomplishments exceeding my wildest dreams. They spend so much time and effort ‘behind the scenes’, and it all requires constant devotion to improving. I appreciate you all sharing my passion for service and for believing we can always get better.

Thank you to all of our fiercely loyal tribe. Our patients go out of their way to share their customer experiences both online and by word of mouth. We are endlessly grateful for all of you!

Contact Details Company: Address: Phone: Fax:

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Fishtown Pharmacy 1802 Frankford Ave Philadelphia, PA 19125 P: 267-687-7562 F: 267-687-7703

Best International Trade & Customs Expert Witness

Trade Resources & Associates is a leading international trade company providing expert witness services and international trade advisory services to Fortune 500 companies as well as technology startup companies both domestically and internationally. Ms. Daniels, the founder, and the principal is a U.S. Licensed Customs Broker and specializes in customs and export compliance matters.

The firm specializes in giving advice to clients to facilitate successful mergers and acquisitions (M&A) with a range of consulting services for cross-border and local M&A transactions.

For cross-border acquisitions, frequently it is discovered that not all the information necessary

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for assessing the value of a company is available.

For example, export or import violations may have occurred which means that the successor will be liable. Trade Resources can bring to light issues that affect the true value of the company.

In addition to preparing international trade compliance documentation for the acquisition, we also provide post-acquisition support, such as, interviewing employees, analyzing processes and procedures, and managing systems integration.

Ms. Daniels tailors her approach first to comply with all laws and regulations in the U.S. as well as other countries where the client does business. Trade Resource is also mindful of reducing costs and providing value to the client.

Contact Details Company: Trade Resources Associates www.trade-resources.com Web: www.linkedin.com/in/jo-anne-daniels-8493687/ LinkedIn:

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General Counsel of the Year - Conan J. Higgins

What year was your company founded and by who?

The company was founded in January 2012 by Conan Higgins, a decorated combat veteran, who wanted to create a vehicle for expeditionary legal work.

I am a licensed attorney, admitted to practice in California, Washington, D.C., and the Court of International Trade. I am a Certified Project Management Professional as well as being certified in SCRUM Fundamentals and as a Human Trafficking Investigator. I am a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management and an Associate member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in the United Kingdom. I have been recognized as a subject matter expert in the field of international business entity creation and regularly contributed to the World Bank/International Monetary Fund’s annual “Doing Business” report covering business best practices in 189 economies. I have been selected for High Honors recognition by the Washington, D.C. Bar for my pro bono work during 2021. I served for 6 years as the Vice Chair for the American Bar Association’s Section of International Law Middle East Committee and previously as Vice Chair for the International Anti-Money Laundering Committee. Education credentials include a B.A. in Organizational Leadership from Chapman University, a Juris Doctorate from Concord Law School, an LL.M. with Merit in International Business Law from the University of Liverpool, numerous graduate certificates in mediation and negotiation mastery from both Harvard Law School and Harvard Business School, and I am currently pursuing a doctorate (Ph.D.) in International Law and Treaty Law through Euclid University. My published works include a dissertation on “Improving Corporate Governance Education in Emerging Markets in Sub-Saharan Africa” and a review on anti-money laundering practices in Afghanistan for the American Bar Association.

Please outline your company.

TSI Legal Enterprises, PC focuses on International Business law, specifically in emerging markets and under-served economies, by providing legal and business advisement on subjects ranging from the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), Import/Export Compliance and International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to international mergers/acquisitions, contract negotiations, drafting, and execution, legal project management, and corporate governance.

Are there any challenges you have had to overcome and how did you overcome these?

Each country presents unique and singular challenges based on cultural differences, local customs and practices,

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industry standards, and of course, that country’s laws.

Learning to navigate these differences by studying the country allows for more meaningful guidance and representation. By working together with host-national attorneys and business leaders, I have been able to quickly understand the nuances of the local legal/business environment, which has enabled me to better develop a plan to advise my clients successfully.

A major challenge which recurs frequently is avoiding running afoul of the FCPA or similar laws such as the UK Bribery Act 2010 or the OECD Convention on Combating Bribery of Foreign Public Officials in International Business Transactions. At times, the speed of business appears to grind to a halt, waiting for permits or licenses to be issued by local government. By examining what payments are required versus requested, I have been able to steer my clients through potentially problematic situations, avoiding legal and ethical pitfalls.

In which country/countries do you reach?

I have worked extensively in the USA, UK, Ukraine, Romania, Ireland, Serbia, Afghanistan, United Arab Emirates, Qatar as well as Brazil, Costa Rica, and Panama. In Africa, I have worked in Libya, Kenya, Tanzania, South Sudan, Botswana, Ghana, and Liberia.

Why do you think your company has reached this success?

Success invariably results from effort, determination, and persistence. I have transferred a quarter century of US Special Operations into a mindset which enables me to rapidly adjust to fluid and dynamic situations, in less-thanideal conditions, with minimal guidance or feedback.

Having an expeditionary mindset means that I have been successful despite elements of uncertainty and incomplete information. I have made a career working in semi-permissive environments or in situations where hostilities threaten to endanger operations, negotiations or other aspects of business and credit my experience working individually or as a member of a small unit with providing me the abilities to thrive in situations where most fear to tread.

Conan J. Higgins, Esq., KM, LL.M, FInstLM, ACILEx, PMP, GOSE President TSI Legal Enterprises, PC

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Adrian Ramsay Design House

Best for Luxury Home Designs and Renovations - 2022 - Australia - Adrian Ramsay Design House

All Travel Guru

European Luxury Travel Experts of the Year 2022 - Global

Clarence Chambers

Criminal Law Expert of the Year - Brian Walker - Australia

Fintex.ltd

Best Investor Engagement App Fintech 2022 – Fintex.ltd powered by SharesInside

INVESTBANK CORP

Investment Bank of the Year - Global

Maxwells Patent and Trade Mark Attorneys & Intellectual Property Lawyers

Electrical Patents – Law Firm of the Year – Australia

RAMSELEC PTY LTD

Best Solar Solutions Provider - Ramselec Electrical Solutions - Australia

SmileFy

Best Aesthetic Dental Treatment Planning Solution 2022: SmileFy - Global

Tut Roofing

Best Roofing Contractor - Tut Roofing - Australia

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OCEANIA & GLOBAL European Luxury Travel Experts of the Year 2022

There are plenty of agencies out there, but what sets All Travel Guru apart from other agencies is our knowledge and connections throughout the world.

Most areas we typically sell are destinations we have personally traveled to, explored, or lived in. We work with local guides to bring genuine experiences and cultural understanding to our itineraries. We try to dig deep with our clients to find their personality and travel style in order to encompass their individuality within the trip we design. No matter if it be the type of hotel, or location, to the guide’s own personality and touring style, to mold the trip to their specific interests.

Our partners and employees are the true key to the success of running any of our trips. The dedication and actual interest in our clients make the planning process a fun experience. But the behind-thescenes actors that facilitate the booking, payment and scheduling of all tours, hotel rooms, flights, experiences and dinner reservations are not to be understated. Then the execution of the services, performed in front of the client, brings all the action to fruition, culminating in a lifelong memory and story to tell others.

None of this is attainable without the right knowledge; and that comes with the correct training.

All Travel Guru employees have been heavily vetted, looking for certain intangible skills. Utilizing those to the fullest and feeding the flames of passion for travel and exploration, we try to cultivate a workplace full of ambition and drive for success. We send all staff members on familiarization trips, yearly to understand the destinations they are selling. This includes site inspections at hotels, guide networking, and experiencing the destination to its best. We think driving home a feeling of high respect for any destination helps to bring about environmental consciousness naturally.

All Travel Guru specializes in foreign independent travel to Europe. This is traditionally a private experience comprised of private guides, transportation, and 5-star properties. A truly intimate way to discover a destination and is our specialty as we have handpicked guides in the major

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cities, and strong relationships with the property managers, to deliver a full bespoke itinerary filled with unique offerings. However, that does not mean we are not well versed in other parts of the world and have a list of services to explore them.

We offer small group, private group, cruises, and even train journeys to bring to our clients the parts of the globe they desire, how they want, making destinations easier than ever to access.

Finding the right partner to trust our clients with can be an arduous process, but once in place, creates a fantastic partnership that grows with every impressed client. That is our ultimate goal when we take on a new lead; to absolutely blow them away, to bring to life their fantasy of any destination in a way that is contagious. They can become our best advocates, and if you have ever spoken to someone that is excited about some sort of event, place, or experience, you can pique the interest of another individual who might want to enjoy the same life changing moment. It helps to grow the excitement and continue to motivate others to travel. This world has so many different cultures, cuisine, and landscapes to discover, and we feel it is our duty to open that world to as many people as possible.

Getting out of your own comfort zone and exploring an unknow region of Earth, is completely Human, we have been doing it since the dawn of man. All Travel Guru likes to keep that long held tradition alive, and relish in the opportunities given to us to do so, every day.

We have received many accolades through sheer dedication to our craft. This newest recognition is definitely another high note in a symphony of awards that is owed to the employees, partners, and clients of All Travel Guru. Thank you for such a prestigious honor.

Contact Details All Travel Guru Company: 1210 N Idaho Street, Ste B Address: Post Falls, ID 83854 (208) 209-5990 Tel: www.alltravelguru.com Web:

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OCEANIA & GLOBAL Electrical Patents – Law Firm of the Year

Founded in 1982 by Mr Peter Maxwell, Maxwells is a leading global provider of intellectual property services across a diverse range of industry groups. Serving the interests of its clients in Australia, NZ, Pacific Islands, USA, Europe and Asia, Maxwells meets the needs of its clients finding cost effective, practical, strategic solutions to their IP needs and problems, and helping to protecting their most valued assets, so as to minimise risk while aiding and maximizing commercialization and returns.

This combined with the skills and expertise of their professional team, ensures Maxwells provide services that cover all the required processes from beginning to end, a complete life cycle of managing and developing IP portfolios. Maxwells’ personal but professional touch, encourages growth innovation and creativity, and through their integrated IP paradigm, they can make complex IP processes easier.

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Rest assured they will do their best to protect their clients assets as they have done for the past 40 years. Maxwells builds lasting commercial relationships that are founded on trust, integrity, transparency, respect and clear, prompt communication.

Contact Details Address:

Level 4, 1 Castlereagh Street Sydney NSW 2000 AUSTRALIA PO Box R1466 Royal Exchange NSW 1225 AUSTRALIA

Phone: Email: Web:

+61 2 9247 9000 mail@maxpat.com www.maxpat.com

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Rücker Curi Advocacia e Consultoria Jurídica

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Best Litigators of the Year - Brazil

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Rand Strategy

Management Consulting Advisory Firm of the Year - Rand Strategy - South Africa

Skills Train Distribution

Best EMS & Fire Safety Training Provider 2022 - South Africa

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DEEPBLUE Pte Ltd

Best Marine Systems Design & Engineering Consultancy 2022 - Singapore

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Fairdeal International

Best Ship Suppliers 2022 & Best Supply Service In India

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KOTOAKI ASANO Architect & Associates

Excellence in innovation - 2022 - Tokyo - KOTOAKI ASANO Architect & Associates

LHT Logistics

Best Green Sustainable Wood Product Solution Manufacturing Company 2022 - Singapore

Winking Seal Beer Co.™

Best Craft Beverage Company - South East Asia

Advan Abogados

Best Specialist Business Advice Practice - Spain

Anna Banaszewska

Pharma/Biotech Lawyer of the Year - Anna Banaszewska - Poland

Audiology Associates Ltd

Best Audiology Company - 2022 - Audiology Associates Ltd - Wales

Avv. Prof. Antonino Longo

International & Commercial Law Lawyer of the Year - Avv. Prof. Antonino Longo - Allex - Italy

Biramis

Most Outstanding Exit Strategies Consulting Firm 2022 - UK

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Business Valuation International Ltd

Valuation Company of the Year - 2022 - Business Valuation International Ltd. - London

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Buildeo

Best Commercial Construction Company - UK - Buildeo

Chapelle Consulting

Best Risk Management Advisory & Training Firm - Chapelle Consulting - UK

CJC

Best Managed Service Provider & Recognised Leaders in Financial Technology

Crossmeads

Best Property Management Services Company 2022 - UK

DL Accounts Ltd

Best Accountancy Firm of the Year - UK

Donald Campbell Self Catering Accommodation

Best Business Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - UK

Expede Group Limited

Most Innovative Education Chairman - Martin Roots - UK

Falcon Tenders Ltd

Most Innovative Superyacht Tenders Manufacturers 2022 - UK

Furry Feasts

Best Natural Raw Pet Food Company 2022 - UK

Global Immigration Law

Most Outstanding Immigration Counselling Firm 2022 - UK

GOLDSINGERS

Best Event Entertainers of the Year 2022 - GOLDSINGERS - Monaco

GPC Opticians

Opticians of the Year 2022 - UK

Graphology Solutions Group

Best Graphology & Leadership Development Consultancy 2022 - Europe

Greenfields Financial Management Ltd

Independent Financial Management Firm of the Year - UK

HOLD

Best Independent Lifestyle & Stationary Boutique - UK

John McKay Jewellers

Best Wedding & Engagement Jewellers 2022 - UK

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Leadership Original Concept

Europe Top Leaders of the Year - 2022 - CEO Jarmila Katharine Baresova and COO - Vojtech Smejkal - Leadership Original Concept s.r.o.

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Petals & Pressies

Best Luxury Floral Boutique - Ireland

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Philippe & Partners

Law Firm of the Year - Arbitration - Luxembourg

PRUY LL.M.

Immigration Law Lawyer of the Year - Germany

Quastels LLP

Leading Commercial Property Transactions Lawyer of the Year - Michael Haringman - UK

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Index Regional Homes Ltd

Best Independent Estate Agency - UK

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SICGEN

Leading Innovators in Polyclonal Antibody Production 2022 - Portugal

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SIDOS UK Ltd

Best Railway Security Consultancy - UK

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

Contested & Hostile Bids Expert of the Year - France

Stonehurst Properties

Best Family-Run Residential Development Company - UK

Sue Oliver Dog Grooming Studio

Dog Grooming Training Provider of the Year - UK

Turbo Specialist

Best Turbo & Electronic Actuator Repair Specialist 2022 - UK

VSR Clinic

Best Skin Rejuvenation Focused Aesthetic Clinic - UK

Wimmer Financial LLP

Per Wimmer - Best Founder of the Year - UK

Word Perfect Translations

Public Sector Service Excellence Award - 2022 - Word Perfect Translations - ROI

Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office

Yamaner & Yamaner Law Office - Companies Law- Merger & Acquisitions - Law Firm of the Year –Turkey

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nVolve Technologies Inc

Leading Pioneers in Home Construction Technology - USA

Blackwater Creative

Most Innovative Communications Agency - Canada

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TSI Legal Enterprises, PC

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Universal Accounting & Financial Services Inc.

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OCEANIA & GLOBAL Adrian Ramsay Design House

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Clarence Chambers

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RAMSELEC PTY LTD

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SOUTH AMERICA Rücker Curi Advocacia e Consultoria Jurídica

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