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Pictures and video: Winners crowned at Lincolnshire Digital and Tech Awards 2017
The third Lincolnshire Digital and Tech Awards 2017 celebrated the county’s most innovative and creative digital technology companies. Some 250 business representatives attended the awards held at The Epic Centre, Lincolnshire Showground, as part of Lincolnshire Tech Week on Thursday, May 18, in anticipation of winning an accolade for their digital achievements. BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Melvyn…
The third Lincolnshire Digital and Tech Awards 2017 celebrated the county’s most innovative and creative digital technology companies.
Some 250 business representatives attended the awards held at The Epic Centre, Lincolnshire Showground, as part of Lincolnshire Tech Week on Thursday, May 18, in anticipation of winning an accolade for their digital achievements.
BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Melvyn Prior presented the evening, revealing there had been over 100 entries across the 12 categories with around 40 local companies and individuals making the shortlist for the awards.
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The Stonebow Media team at the Lincolnshire Digital & Tech Awards. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The 2017 Lincolnshire Tech Awards winners. Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
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A judging panel, made up of business leaders and experts from across Greater Lincolnshire, met on Wednesday, April 26 to give their verdict on the record number of applications.
Neil Everett, CEO at Software Europe, winner of the Business of the Year category, said: “I am absolutely delighted that we have won an award, it has been an amazing experience. The room was full of amazing businesses and it is fantastic to know we have been a part of that.
“We had a thoroughly good evening, it has been great to see other businesses winning some awards.”
Daniel Ionescu, founding director of Stonebow Media, the breakthrough digital publishers of The Lincolnite, Lincolnshire Reporter and Lincolnshire Business, said: “The digital businesses we’re celebrating throughout Lincolnshire Tech Week are putting the county on the map, and we congratulate every one of our awards finalists for the part they play in disrupting industry with groundbreaking technology.
“The awards were the biggest yet and truly reflected the excitement that’s rumbling over digital industry in Lincolnshire.
“We want to thank all our awards sponsors, as well as our Lincs Tech judging panel, whose dedication and support has been integral to the success of the biggest digital celebration in the county.”
The winners of the 2017 Lincolnshire Digital and Tech Awards are:
Contribution to Technology: Daniel Westlake, MD of Cursor
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Daniel Westlake was awarded with a special award as an ambassador for Digital and Tech Industries in Lincolnshire.
On receiving the award, which was secret until the night itself, Daniel said: “It was wholly unexpected! It was really nice to be recognised but I also think it is a big pat on the back for what is going on in Lincolnshire.
“I think what the awards are doing here is excellent and what it is doing is championing Lincolnshire businesses and in particular the tech businesses, which are really showing the way forward.”
Tech in Education: Riseholme College
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Sponsors: Lincoln Minster School
Runners-up: Tension Group
Online Retailer of the Year: Santa Sacks Co.
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Sponsors: Lincolnshire Business
Runners-up: Gifts from Handpicked
Entrepreneur of the Year: Paul Cooper – Pocket Sergeant
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Sponsors: The Lincolnite
Runners-up: Peter Watson – Chatty Imp
Global Ambitions: Inzpire Ltd.
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Sponsors: Lincoln Half Marathon
Runners-up: Page Tiger
Digital Marketing Campaign of the Year: Chatty Imp for ‘Share the Love’
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Sponsors: Your Print Partner
Runners-up: Zazzle Media for ‘AO.com’
Small Business of the Year: Page Tiger
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Sponsors: HSBC
Runners-up: Greens Water Systems
Rising Star: Greg Downey from Orderwise
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Sponsors: Lagat
Runners-up: Julie Keen from Pink Jacket Marketing
Best Use of Multi-Media: Visit Lincoln
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Sponsors: Peachy Events
Runners-up: Epix Media
Startup of the Year: Pocket Sergeant
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Sponsors: Business Lincolnshire
Runners-up: Tension Group
Innovation in Tech: Screen IT Media
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Sponsors: University of Lincoln
Runners-up: Tenantia Ltd.
Product of the Year: Inzpire Ltd.
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Sponsors: Cursor
Runners-up: Orderwise
Business of the Year: Software Europe
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Sponsors: Streets Chartered Accountants
Runners-up: Orderwise
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The 2024 Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are now open for nominations, seeking to spotlight outstanding businesses within the Greater Lincolnshire area.
Hosted by Stonebow Media, the publisher behind The Lincolnite and the MyLocal platform, this prestigious event is designed to honour the achievements of the regional business community.
Thanks to the headline sponsorship from the University of Lincoln Enterprise & Research department, the Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards are a unique opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of local enterprises.
The awards are also sponsored by Ringrose Law, Duncan & Toplis, Sills & Betteridge and Pearson Hydraulics. A small number of sponsorship opportunities remain available. Contact [email protected] to discuss partnerships.
Businesses can nominate themselves across eleven awards categories:
The deadline for nominations is May 24, with the judges’ deliberation lunch set for May 29.The judging panel includes business experts and professionals from Lincolnshire and event sponsors.
The Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards 2024 gala will take place at the Engine Shed on July 12, 2024.
Enhance profile & credibility: Securing an award or being shortlisted acts as a powerful endorsement, signaling trustworthiness to potential customers and helping to distinguish your business from competitors. Displaying the award on your communications can significantly boost your brand’s perception.
Insightful focus & feedback: The application process encourages deep reflection on your business strategy and direction, offering invaluable feedback and clarity, even for new ventures.
Team confidence boost: Recognition from the awards can significantly uplift your team’s morale, affirming the value and potential of your business in the eyes of industry experts.
Marketing & PR boost: Being associated with the awards, even as a nominee, can enhance brand visibility, providing ample content opportunities for social media and other marketing channels.
Networking opportunities: The awards connect you with local business leaders and experts, offering a platform to seek advice, share ideas, and foster future partnerships. The ceremony itself is an excellent occasion for networking with peers and celebrating mutual successes.
Potential to win: Entering offers a chance to win and gain all the associated benefits, but even without taking home a trophy, the process can yield significant advantages for your business.
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Pet Psychic Beth Lee-Crowther comes to the aid of pet owners and in Tuesday night’s episode she met Cookie the kitten, a depressed camel, and looked at whether a dog can predict the future.