The Chamber Awards were launched by the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) in 2004 to recognise and celebrate business excellence through the successes and achievements of its Accredited Chambers of Commerce and their members. Following the success of the Chamber Awards 2004, this year the awards include several new categories. There are now six categories for Chambers and eight categories for Members. One lucky winner will also have the opportunity of winning a £25,000 cash prize, courtesy of  The winners of the Chamber Awards 2005, including the grand prize of £25,000 will be announced at a Gala Dinner on November 24th 2005 at the Royal Courts of Justice in London.
The National Winners of the Chamber Awards 2004 were as follows: Award For Outstanding Business Achievement (£25,000 prize) DB Shoes Ltd  Sponsored by Microsoft  The Microsoft Award for Innovation Through Technology DB Shoes Ltd Sponsored by Microsoft Most Promising New Business Xtreme Business Solutions Ltd Sponsored by BT  Business Of The Year SP Systems Ltd Sponsored by learndirect business  Entrepreneur Of The Year Anthony Moloney of Anthony Alan Foods Sponsored by Barclays  Export Business Of The Year Swift-Lite Charcoal Co Ltd Sponsored by UKTI  Export Communicator Of The Year Linvic Engineering Ltd Sponsored by UKTI
The world of commerce is increasingly competitive, due to factors such as e-commerce and ever changing economic climates. As a business in the UK you have to work harder and smarter for success. As a member of an Accredited Chambers of Commerce you are part of a wider national business network, and the Chamber Awards provide you with the opportunity to gain recognition on a national scale for the hard work and achievements of your business. With the chance to win a £25,000 cash prize for your business, can you afford not to enter?! The Gala Dinner on November 24th 2005 will provide you with the opportunity to celebrate your achievements with your team, amongst like-minded business people. So book your tickets now!
SP, global manufacturer of advanced composite materials and technology solutions, was named Business of the Year at the Chamber Awards 2004. Due to its growing involvement in the wind energy industry, SP, a member of the Isle of Wight Chamber of Commerce & Industry, increased its turnover from £6 million in 1998 to £70 million in 2003. The company is also responsible for developing SPRINT®, a new materials processing technology that was revolutionary and award-winning in the composites industry. It was this vision, drive, ambition and innovative technology that led the company to be recognised as Business of the Year. Click here to download the full case study. Chamber of the Year and Best Use of IT to Improve Business Performance The North East Chamber of Commerce (NECC), based in Durham, won the much sought after accolade of Chamber of the Year at the Chamber Awards 2004. It was also presented with the award for the Best Use of IT to Improve Business Performance. Click here to download the full case study.
Anthony Moloney of Anthony Alan Foods Anthony Moloney, co-founder of Anthony Alan Foods - a member of Barnsley Chamber of Commerce & Industry - was awarded with the title of Entrepreneur of the Year at the Chamber Awards 2004. His vision and business acumen led to the creation of a company in the healthy eating cakes market, originally set up with no money, no manufacturing facility and no means of distribution. The success has been phenomenal - Anthony Alan Foods grew to sales of £12.5m in just over two years. Click here to download the full case study. XTREME BUSINESS SOLUTIONS The title of Most Promising New Business at the Chamber Awards 2004 was awarded to Scotland-based communications company Xtreme Business Solutions. Within its first year of trading Xtreme was the first company in Scotland to be accredited to install, commission and service advanced LaserBit Technology. Click here to download the full case study. Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and Industry Click here to download the full case study.
|
