The first group of finalists for the 2024 East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards have been revealed, marking another year of exceptional talent, innovation, and dedication in the region’s business community.
Now in its 14th year, the annual celebration continues to draw an impressive number of applications across a wide range of categories.
Businesses and individuals across the region have demonstrated their commitment to excellence and have been shortlisted for recognition in 10 categories. The remaining finalists will be revealed in Daily Focus tomorrow.
The Steering Committee and Judging Panels, made up of industry experts and community leaders, will conduct site visits with the shortlisted finalists throughout October, ahead of the awards ceremony.
The winners will be announced at a prestigious gala awards evening on 14th November 2024, at the Pirelli Stadium in Burton on Trent. The ceremony will also crown the Business of the Year, sponsored by Dains, in a night dedicated to celebrating business success across East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire.
Finalists for the 2024 Awards:
Young Employee/Apprentice of the Year (Sponsored by Burton and South Derbyshire College)
- Nathan Grice – Hex Group
- Amelia Bacon – KO Sport
- Finn Riggott – Cosy Direct
- Bradley Hughes – Chameleon School of Construction
- Lucy Hilton – Cosy Direct
Rising Star Award (Sponsored by March)
- Mark Young – Medical, Health and Education
- Sam Moffoot – Malone Group
- Laura Milner – Cosy Direct
- Cody Matthews – Brilliant Commercial & Industrial Cleaning
Most Promising Start-up Business (Sponsored by CMC)
- KO Sports
- Pro-Tech MOT & Automotive Academy
- Bloods and Beyond
- Hardwick Studio Architects
Best Customer Service (Sponsored by Burton and District Chamber of Commerce )
- Anoki Restaurant
- Swadlincote Electrical Supplies
- Siegwerk UK
- Wendy Haines Travel
Small Business of the Year (Sponsored by Else Solicitors)
- Pasturetec
- Bambinos and Beyond
- Halo Bookkeeping & Accounting
Awards host and organiser Dave Bryon said: “We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all the finalists for their outstanding accomplishments. Their dedication and excellence are a true testament to the thriving business landscape in East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire. We look forward to celebrating their achievements at the Pirelli Stadium in November.”
The 2024 East Staffordshire and South Derbyshire Business Awards promise to be an unforgettable event, showcasing the region’s best businesses, their innovation, and their commitment to success.