Times Berkeley Homes adds the finishing touch to business event as headline sponsor business awards 2023

to showcase and celebrate all that is good in local business talent in a county that leads the way in Britain,” she added.

Since then, there have been a further five Times Business Awards events, with a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Categories have changed, and celebrity hosts have changed, from former politicians such as Michael Portillo, to broadcasters and other famous names such as Anton du Beke, Ken Bruce and Eamonn Holmes.

This year, radio personality Nick Ferrari will take to the podium on March 30 to help recognise achievement in ten categories.

Enter The Awards And Raise The Branding And Profile Of Your Business For Free

SET out below are the ten categories in which you can enter your business whether you’re a start-up or long established company. It’s really easy to do and winning an award could change your business and your life. Sponsorship opportunities are also still available for the Times Business Awards. Visit timesbusinessawards.co.uk to find entry forms, which can be downloaded and completed at your leisure. But hurry, the deadline of 11.59pm on February 20 is approaching fast

Start-Up Business of the Year (Sponsored by Cornerstone) Companies founded since January 2021, which have really been attracting notice.

Creative Business of the Year (Sponsored by Integra Property Management)

This is a strong sector for Tunbridge Wells, covering the creative, design, marketing and PR sectors which have made our town their home.

Entrepreneur of the Year (Sponsored by Charles Stanley) An entrepreneur is more than just a business person. Entrepreneurs turn their ideas into business opportunities and may run more than one company.

Charity of the Year (Sponsored by Lexus)

In this new award category, judges will analyse the charities and not-for-profit organisations which play such a positive role in the life of our area, looking for impact, sustainability and imagination.

Green Business of the Year (Sponsored by Clarity Homes & Commercial)

This new award category will recognise companies for their commitment to the environment, whether through reducing energy usage, ‘localising’ their supply chains or any other green initiatives.

Best in Food and Drink (Sponsored by NFU Mutual)

This award is for the local companies producing or serving truly remarkable food and drink. Entries are welcomed from fine dining restaurants, gastropubs, simple cafés and food and drink producers – any company which can demonstrate how it puts Tunbridge Wells or the local area on the map with its gastronomic excellence.

Best Family Business of the Year (Sponsored by Childrensalon)

The judges will be looking for the business that best demonstrates how running a family business has added significantly to its competitive advantage. The winner will need to show how being a family business has had a positive impact on its achievements.

Best Business 1-25 Employees

(Sponsored by TN Recruits) This award category is for the companies with a workforce of up to 25 which has maintained consistent growth and strong financial performance, both meeting its customers’ expectations and supporting its employee’s welfare and growth.

Best Business 26+ Employees (Sponsored by The Finance Hub)

Consistent growth, financial performance and an engaged, positive workforce are just some of the criteria that set these companies apart other medium to large businesses in the area.

Outstanding Business of the Year

(Sponsored by Thomson Snell & Passmore)

This award will reveal which company demonstrates the best combination of growth, ambition and quality of management in the area. The ‘outstanding’ company has delivered on a compelling business strategy, while developing its employees’ skills and looking after staff.