Small Business of the Year
Recognising excellence within a business or company of fewer than 50 employees (including FTE contractors).
Medium/Large Business of the Year
Recognising excellence within a business or company of more than 50 employees(including FTE contractors).
Entrepreneur of the Year
This award recognises the achievement of an individual who has been instrumental to the success of a business.
Employer of the Year
Awarded to the business or company that has an outstanding human resource and staff engagement strategy.
Student of the Year
Our student of the year award seeks to recognise an exceptional local student (age 16 and over), that has shown exceptional dedication to their studies, and has made a positive impact on other students, the local community, workplace, or other engagements.
Professional Services of the Year
This award will recognise excellence within a professional services company, business or organisation.
Employee of the Year
Awarded to an outstanding employee who has delivered exceptional and sustained business performance over a prolonged period (minimum 12 months).
Sustainability and Environment Award
This award recognises organisations that can demonstrate a proactive approach to protecting the environment and reducing their carbon footprint.
Young Employee/Apprentice of the Year
Awarded to an outstanding individual who has been working within a company for more than six months.
Digital Transformation Award
This award recognises companies at the cutting edge of digital design and technologies who are boosting Staffordshire’s growing reputation as a digital hub.
International Trade Award
This award recognises companies who excel in exporting, whether that is one product or service to a single overseas customer, or a range of products or services to the global market.
Manufacturer of the Year
Staffordshire has long been recognised for its manufacturing history, and this award will go to a business or company that has excelled in this sector over the past three years.
Online Business of the Year
This category for 2023 aims to shine a light on businesses who have taken an innovative approach to their online business platforms.
Most Promising New Start-Up Business
Celebrating a new business or company that has started within the past three years (incorporated after January 2020).
Science, Technology and Innovation Award
Awarded to a company that has utilised science, technology or innovation over the past three years to enhance an aspect of business performance.
