PetQuip awards 2023 announces finalists

After a record number of entries, the PetQuip trade association has revealed the list of finalists for the PetQuip Awards dinner on 1 October at Telford International Centre.

Spanning 11 categories, the awards include a mix of supplier, retailer and product categories, recognising products and people from across the trade.

Launched this year, the New Starter Award acknowledges the many businesses who have entered the pet industry over the last three years.

“The pet trade naturally attracts innovation and originality and this award recognises exciting, trend setting newcomers. The entries we have received for this category have been of extremely high quality, from businesses which have seen impressive growth so early in their business plan. Many of these entrepreneurs have come from adjacent industries and have switched from a corporate role to a kitchen table or workshop,” said Susan Fairley, Trade Federation Manager for PetQuip.

which is an initiative proposed by PetQuip and supported by the trade association. The zone includes over 30 companies who are bringing fresh ideas, new trends and innovation to the market place.

Following preliminary judging, the entries have been shortlisted to finalists, who will be judged by an independent panel in early September. The winners will be announced at the industry awards dinner on 1 October, the first day of PATS Telford. The evening will begin with a drinks reception, followed by a table service dinner and entertainment.

“The PetQuip Awards are always a great evening of celebration, recognition and networking for manufacturers, suppliers and retailers. We are reverting to our original format of a sit down dinner this year, which promises to be a lively, enjoyable evening, celebrating the best of the best!” added Amanda Sizer Barrett, Director General, PetQuip.

Tickets for the dinner can be booked through the PetQuip website www.petquip.com, by calling 01959 565995 or by taking a screengrab of the form on page 10.

The New Starter Award mirrors the launch of the New Starter Zone at PATS Telford, PetQuip Awards 2023 are sponsored by:

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Award categories

Supplier of the Year

Business Service of the Year

New Starter Award

Celebrating Green and Organic Product of the Year – 3 categories:

4Accessories/Technical

4Food /Treats

4Healthcare/Animal Grooming

International Retailer, Wholesaler/ Distributor of the Year

The Theresa Swann Exporter of the Year Award

UK Retailer of the Year

Lifetime Achievement Award

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