AND THE WINNERS ARE...

Outstanding

Contribution To The Automotive Industry

Auto Trader

Sponsored by AutoTech Group

Working with the Carbon Literacy Trust, Auto Trader introduced a first-of-its-kind Automotive Carbon Literacy Toolkit. It’s more important than ever that the automotive industry moves towards a carbon-neutral model, and the free one-day course supports this. Designed in collaboration with several leading brands, the toolkit helps to educate staff, suppliers and customers, and encourage people to take action in reducing their carbon footprint. Over 512 individuals have already been trained from 85 automotive businesses.

Shortlisted

Andrew Crook, GotBoost

Darren Smyth, Exeter College

CONTRIBUTION TO THE WORK OF THE IMI

BMW Group Academy UK

Sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts

The BMW Group Academy UK was the first ever IMI TechSafe® Centre of Excellence, delivering exceptional training and achieving the highest number of high-voltage-qualified technicians in the industry. The Academy actively supports the IMI’s wider business objectives, from hosting European delegates on behalf of the professional body to working on the development of EPAs, such as re-shaping question banks and optimising assessment best practice procedures. The BMW Group Academy has many longstanding IMI members, with three staff awarded Fellowship of the IMI (FIMI) in 2022.

Shortlisted Autotech Training Acorn Training College

Apprentice Of The Year

George Hinkley

Scania South Mimms

Sponsored by GSF Car Parts

At 19 years old, George has already won a number of prestigious industry awards. Colleagues describe him as an outstanding employee at Scania GB, approaching each day with passion and dedication. With a wealth of facts and figures, George is constantly demonstrating his commitment to both personal and professional development, and was awarded a distinction for his Heavy Vehicle Apprenticeship standard in 2022.

Shortlisted

Coll Izatt, Fife AutoTech

Natalie Dickinson, Chelmsford Audi

FULL-TIME STUDENT OF THE

YEAR

Thomas Morris

Bridgwater & Taunton College

Sponsored by LKQ Euro Car Parts

Thomas is a great role model and outstanding student, taking immense pride in his work and attendance. Always willing to support other students and helping those who need it, he has faced various hurdles in his learning, but has identified ways to ensure he is learning in a way that suits him. Thomas is currently working through his qualifications and is looking forward to going into full-time employment in the automotive industry.

Shortlisted

Declan McCloughlin, Macclesfield College

Imran Uddin, New City College

Partner Of The Year

AWARD

LKQ Euro Car Parts

Sponsored by Auto Trader

LKQ Euro Car Parts is forever championing the values of the IMI, demonstrated by its commitment to CPD, learning, upskilling, compliance and best practice. This year, the organisation launched PDC accredited programmes and continues to support the IMI in the ‘Road to Zero’ mission through its increased coverage of new tech and EV qualifications. The company’s customer-focused approach caters to all stages of the industry’s learning needs, and results in it being a great contributor to the sector and a major player when it comes to reducing the skills gaps.

Shortlisted

Exeter College

Technical Topics College

PRESIDENT’S AWARD

UK Truck & Plant Group (UKTP)

Sponsored by ALPHERA Financial Services

UKTP is leading the way in terms of environmentally friendly and sustainable business practices. It’s pushing for a paperless office, incorporating new technology to eliminate unnecessary travel and recycles around 91% of all generated waste, such as engine oils, coolants, filters and scrap metal. UKTP has partnered with Carbon Footprint and is set to be carbon negative by spring 2023. With the current environmental impact of the industry, this push for carbon neutrality is key to the future of the sector.

Shortlisted

The AA Rivus

Diversity And

EQUALITY,

INCLUSION AWARD –CHAMPIONING DIVERSITY

IN AUTOMOTIVE

Volkswagen Group UK

Jointly sponsored by NFDA and IGA

Volkswagen Group UK’s diversity and inclusion journey has gone from strength to strength. What started as a drive to increase the number of women in the sector has grown to include a drive for cultural diversity, LGBTQ+ representation, disability and neurodiversity inclusion, and more. Its work has led to dramatic increases in representation across all these areas, which is great news for the industry.

Shortlisted

Arnold Clark

Jardine Motors Group

SUE BROWNSON AWARD 2022

Prof. Jim Saker

Created in honour of former President of the IMI, the late Sue Brownson OBE, this prestigious award is a celebration and recognition of outstanding leadership in the automotive industry.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARDS

Honorary FIMI – Julia Muir

The founder of the Automotive 30% Club and last year’s winner of the IMI’s Sue Brownson Award has this year become an Honorary Fellow of the IMI (FIMI).

Honorary FIMI

Graham Smith OBE

The industry veteran and former IMI President was awarded an Honorary Fellowship.

Supporting sponsors: Shell, Lucas-Nülle, Boswell Aftermarket, and Snap-on

Being a nice guy gets you a long way in life. Mixed with a determination to provide the best service possible, Matthew Wiseman has grown Wiseman Motor Services into a vital part of the Solihull community

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