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CELEBRATION NEWSLETTER SOMERSET BUSINESS AWARDS 2018
SOMERSET BUSINESS AWARDS 2018 This year’s Somerset Business Awards marked the fourteenth year of celebrating the best in Somerset, and yet again the business finalists did not fail to impress. The atmosphere was fantastic as various individuals, companies and organisations were recognised and celebrated. The diverse array of business products and services that we saw on the night really encapsulate what makes the county of Somerset so special. Throughout the evening it was really exciting to see the video clips of nominees speak so passionately about what they do, and guests in the room saw that passion shine through in every speaker; whether an employee, owner, or part of a larger organisation.
Stephen Henagulph CHIEF EXECUTIVE, SOMERSET CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARDS ORGANISERS
The speeches from the award winners as they receive their welldeserved trophies became emotional at times, as they explained the journey and challenges they have faced in driving their business forward. The reaction from the audience on the night was brilliant and it was clear that all the businesses in the room could relate to the amount of the sheer hard work and determination the finalists displayed. The generosity of the audience should also be appreciated, as this year over ÂŁ2,000 was raised on the night for three exceptionally worthy Somerset charities. To mirror the awards on the evening, I have many to thank; my Chamber team, the sponsors and judges, our speakers, but most importantly, the award nominees and winners, as without these VIPs, there would be no celebrations.
As always, the Somerset Business Awards proved to be a fantastic celebration of the high quality businesses that call Somerset, home. We are now in to our eighth year as Main Sponsor and there are many things about the awards that keep us coming back for more, not least the fantastic awards night itself. On behalf of everyone at Albert Goodman, my thanks go to the Somerset Chamber team for putting on such an excellent event. The high quality of businesses that enter in to the awards is testament to the ingenuity, entrepreneurial spirit and adaptability of the Somerset business community. Although we are living through times of great uncertainty, the Somerset Business Awards remind us all that we have much to celebrate. In particular, the excellent young people nominated in the Young Business Employee of the Year category, show just how bright the future of Somerset can be.
Richard Bugler MANAGING PARTNER, ALBERT GOODMAN MAIN SPONSORS
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Congratulations to all of the winners and runners up, you should be extremely proud.
NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER:
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The Sangha House (Taunton) RUNNERS UP: Lodestone Property (Bruton) and Withies Delicatessen (Stoke St Gregory)
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SERVICE EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER:
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Bowen Opticians (Weston) RUNNERS UP: Busy Bees Cleaning & Maintenance 2000 Ltd (Frome) and Haynes International Motor Museum (Sparkford)
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CREATIVE MARKETING AND PR CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR AWARD
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Bradfords Building Supplies (Yeovil) RUNNERS UP: Greenslade Taylor Hunt (Yeovil) and Red Berry Recruitment (Shepton Mallet)
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INVESTING IN SOMERSET AWARD WINNER
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eat:Festivals (Burnham-on-Sea) RUNNERS UP: Evosite (Taunton) and The Taunton Cider Company (Taunton)
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SKILLS FOR GROWTH AWARD WINNER
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Evolution ABS Ltd (Wellington) RUNNERS UP: Brookside Academy (Street) and Red Berry Recruitment (Shepton Mallet)
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YOUNG BUSINESS EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER:
Rachel Lane - Oake Manor Golf Club (Taunton) RUNNERS UP: Lily Higgins - Crestmoor Training (Wincanton) and Aran Reeks - Evosite (Taunton) Sponsored by
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THE ALBERT GOODMAN FAMILY BUSINESS AWARD
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C & D South West Ltd (Chard) RUNNERS UP: Camelot Care Ltd (Wellington) and Sparks and Daughters Ltd (Taunton)
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TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION AWARD WINNER:
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Cardstream (Taunton) RUNNERS UP: i2i Infinity Ltd (Shepton Mallet)
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SOMERSET MANUFACTURER & PRODUCER AWARD
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Granny Gothards Ltd (Taunton) RUNNERS UP: Eternal Kitchens (South Petherton) and Taunton Fabrications Ltd (Taunton)
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BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 1-10 WINNER
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Introtweet Ltd (Taunton) RUNNERS UP: Environments for Business (Taunton) and Eternal Kitchens (South Petherton)
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BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 11-25 WINNER
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Boxclever Press (Wincanton) RUNNERS UP: Choice Stationery Supplies Ltd (Taunton) and Office Reality Ltd (Wellington)
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BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 26-50 WINNER
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Evosite (Taunton) RUNNERS UP: Civils Store Ltd (Shepton Mallet) and Key Solutions Mortgages (Weston)
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BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 51+ WINNER
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Yarlington Housing Group (Yeovil) RUNNERS UP: Radstock Co-operative Society (Radstock) and Weston College (Weston)
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CHARITY OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER
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Key4Life (Glastonbury) RUNNERS UP: Headway Somerset (Taunton) and Stand Against Violence (Taunton)
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“The Somerset Business Awards reflect and fuel that we are doing things right and people recognise that.” ANNA PEPLER – KEY SOLUTIONS MORTGAGES
“The Awards have been great for team morale. It’s brilliant for all the team who work hard to be recognised through an awards process.” EDD MEDLICOTT – ORME ARCHITECTURE
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MARCUS PUDDY – PUDDY’S VEHICLE SOLUTIONS
“The event itself and the process is something that Somerset should be really proud of and I would encourage any business in the region to consider taking part.” EMMA WARREN – ELITE STAFFING SOLUTIONS
“Success in the Somerset Business Awards raises awareness of your business and brand. It’s a chance to show everyone in the community how great your business is, and what other businesses can aspire to.” DEBBIE MAWER – CLAIMS CONSORTIUM GROUP
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“The whole Awards process helps you focus on your business. It helps to identify the success you’ve had. It benefitted me greatly as I was able to identify gaps, and then close them.”