Last week (3 October) saw OxLEP Business and its SME community come together at the University of Oxford’s Examination Schools on the city’s High Street for a special, celebratory event highlighting the outstanding success of Oxfordshire business.
The OxLEP Business Marketplace and Celebration event brought together dozens of business leaders, entrepreneurs and likeminded individuals for a special meeting. It was an opportunity for organisations to network, as well as showcase their products and services – many of which have been further advanced thanks to support delivered by OxLEP Business.
The event was rounded-off with a special awards ceremony, celebrating the success and achievement of businesses who have been supported by OxLEP Business since April 2022, through to the present day.
Following a heavily-subscribed nominations process, a total of eight businesses were recognised for their outstanding work and contributions across several respective areas – from social responsibility through to export potential.
Here is a full list of winners, alongside details of the categories’ sponsors:
Socially Responsible Business of the Year
Sponsored by: The Sky Wave Distilling Co.
Winner: Send it to Alex
Employer of the Year
Sponsored by: The Motivation Agency
Winner: 923 Jobs
Growth Business of the Year
Sponsored by: Howden
Winner: Beyond Carbon Associates
Environmentally Sustainable Business of the Year
Sponsored by: ALP Synergy
Winner: BioBright Ltd
Innovator of the Year
Sponsored by: P3MO
Winner: After Cloud
Business Leader of the Year
Sponsored by: Institute of Directors
Winner: Active Leaders Ltd (Penny Snowden)
Start-up of the Year
Sponsored by: Cypher
Winner: Velocity Cycle Couriers
Export Potential of the Year
Sponsored by: Stephen Spencer + Associates
Winner: Legacy. – Sustainable Event Management
Whether you are just starting out, growing or looking to diversify your company, OxLEP Business remains on-hand to offer its support.
Complete OxLEP Business’ online business support tool to find out more.
* Event photos courtesy of Squib Photography *
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