Which Award
Award Categories for 2009
Celebrating the achievements of businesses, the Dorset Business Awards are an accolade to those companies whose vision, ambition and skills have led to new heights of success.
Creative Company/Project of the Year Award, sponsored by The Arts University College at Bournemouth and Liz Lean PR
Judges will be looking for Dorset’s most outstanding creative company or project and it could be an individual, a team, or an organisation that wins this accolade. If you have completed a ground-breaking campaign or project that has achieved a real impact in a business context then this award is for you!
Dorset Charity of the Year, sponsored by Sunseeker International
This Award is an opportunity for local Charities to have a direct audience with more than 500 of the region’s most successful business operators. The winner, chosen live at the Dorset Business Awards Gala Dinner, will not only receive a cheque from the Sponsor Sunseeker International Ltd, but they will also hold the title of ‘Dorset Charity of the Year’ for 12 months, to support their nominated goal for 2010. Finalists will also receive a donation from the Sponsor Sunseeker International Ltd.
Dorset Exporter of the Year Award sponsored by UK Trade and Investment
This award is given to the company which has shown a marked increase in its international exporting activity over the last 3 years. Applications should be supported by evidence of increased international business, together with a summary of the strategy that resulted in this successful growth.
Entrepreneur of the Year Award, sponsored by Bournemouth University
The individual or team that win this award will be able to demonstrate the realisation of their Entrepreneurial vision and how it has contributed to the economic and social well being of Dorset.
NatWest Excellence in Customer Service Award
This Award will recognise the business that can demonstrate across its practices its commitment to providing the very highest level of customer service and in doing so be described as truly customer focused.
KPMG Company of the Year Award
All-round business excellence will be the prerequisite of this award. Firms which lead the way in terms of growth, strong leadership, and innovation strategies could be in the running to win this award.
Linking with Schools Award, sponsored by The Borough of Poole, Bournemouth Borough Council
The Linking with Schools Award celebrates evidence of successful partnership working between schools and businesses which is essential in developing a number of mutual benefits. The Sponsors are keen to hear from any business or school who is working in such a productive relationship. Nominations will be accepted by both the business or the school involved in the partnership.
The Dorset Tourism Award sponsored by Dorset Business (the Chamber of Commerce & Industry) and PH Warr plc
The Dorset Tourism Award celebrates our County's finest people, businesses, events and attractions for their contributions and success within the Tourism Industry in Dorset
Princecroft Willis Family Business Award
Family businesses play an important part in the contribution to the local economy and this award seeks to recognise a family business that has achieved excellence, success and longevity.
Team Dorset 2012 Legacy Award sponsored by Dorset County Council
This new award offers Dorset businesses that can best demonstrate changes and improvements inspired by the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Using this opportunity as a catalyst for sustainable long-term growth, benefiting the people, economy and environment of the area and helping to ensure that Weymouth & Portland and Dorset is a welcoming, vibrant and inspirational host for a successful Games.
Entering more than one category is permitted.
Non-Chamber members are also encouraged to apply.
Enter via www.dorsetbusinessawards.co.uk or download a paper based entry form on the relevant Awards Category page.
