The 2023 awards season was completed in style on Thursday night, as the Lincolnshire Enterprise Awards, organised by The Lincolnite and MyLocal, brought together hundreds of the most innovative minds and businesses for an evening of celebration and recognition.
Lincoln’s Engine Shed again played host to a fabulous evening of awards on Thursday, December 7, with over 300 people in attendance for a Barbie/Christmas-themed event that celebrated the shining lights in our county’s enterprise sector, and encouraged guests to rock their best pink or Christmassy attire.
A total of 12 awards were given to worthy winners across a range of categories, from tech start-ups to inspiring entrepreneurs, and standout apprentices to businesses displaying admirable growth and ambition.
Over 300 people were in attendance for the awards. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Our host for the evening — Kamal Ellis-Hyman. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The evening was compared by motivational speaker Kamal Ellis-Hyman, the founder of Aim A Little Higher, which seeks to prepare young people for the life of work. He brought his typical charisma and energy to hosting duties, keeping the audience engaged and entertained throughout.
Awards were handed out between a delicious three-course meal, courtesy of award-winning caterers Salted Orange, who served a seasonal, festive menu of a beetroot soup starter, a turkey dinner for main, and a plum dumpling for dessert.
A seasonal beetroot soup starter. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
In the true spirit of Christmas, it had to be a turkey dinner for main. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Curious Theatre School performed a medley of Christmas hits to get people in the spirit, while the decorative photo area had santa hats and wrapped present designs to provide the backdrop for pictures.
There was also a fun and interactive game of heads or tails with a festive twist, with audience members invited to guess either Rudolph’s nose or tail on the coin toss. Finalists for the game were brought onto the stage for a showdown, with the winner receiving a bottle of champagne.
A festive medley by the Curious Theatre School. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Louis Jones of Surprise Shirts was the winner of our festive heads or tails game, which proved a big hit with everyone in attendance. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
The Lincolnshire Enterprise Awards was The Lincolnite and MyLocal‘s seventh ceremony of 2023 to recognise the excellence of our county, following the success of the Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards, the Lincolnshire Health & Beauty Excellence Awards, the Lincolnshire Education Excellence Awards, the Destination Lincolnshire Tourism Awards, the Lincolnshire Food & Farming Excellence Awards, and the Lincolnshire 30 Under 30 — all of which took place earlier this year.
Katrina Burrill, Director of Stonebow Media and MyLocal, remarked, “The Lincolnshire Enterprise Awards this year were a high point of a busy year, supporting local businesses across our county. We have welcomed thousands of guests, looked over even more applications, and celebrated with over 400 bottles of Prosecco. These celebrations were a big part of our year.
“All of this wouldn’t have been possible without the help of our sponsors and partners. Their support was key to making these events a success. I want to say a big thank you to all of them for their help and support.
“Whilst our awards season might be over for 2023, we’re not stopping there. We’re now starting nominations for the Lincolnshire Business Excellence Awards. Thank you to everyone involved this year. I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.”
| Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Mayor of Lincoln, Councillor Biff Bean. | Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Events like this are only possible thanks to the support and contributions of amazing sponsors, so we give thanks to Lincoln Science & Innovation Park, Streets Chartered Accountants, Duncan & Toplis, Fizzco, Streets Heaver, Regus, Visual Print & Design, The University of Lincoln Research & Enterprise, Lincoln Be Smarter, and Pals Battalion CIC.
Below is a list of all the finalists and winners at the 2023 Lincolnshire Enterprise Awards, and you can read the full individual stories of all the winners on the MyLocal website or mobile app:
Corporate Social Responsibility Initiative of the Year
| Photo: Steve Smailes for The Lincolnite
Ringrose Law – WINNER
Chestnuts Retirement Home
J & S Plumbing and Heating
Live Like Loyalty
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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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