Business Awards

Exeter IT company shortlisted for technology expert award

Authored by Program
Posted: Mon, 11/13/2023 - 5:58pm

Timewade , a leading technology partner for SMEs in the South West, has been shortlisted for the Techspert Award at the Notty’s Business Awards.

The Notty’s Business Awards launched this year, to shine a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of businesses in the region.

The Techspert category celebrates the technology business that’s ahead of the curve and leverages it to improve how we do business.

Timewade has been shortlisted for their unique Technology for Success framework, which has been developed over 35 years to implement long-term roadmaps for SMEs...

Enter Devon’s greenest awards in their 25th year

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Wed, 06/14/2017 - 3:13pm

The annual Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) Awards are now open for entries.

This year’s event is particularly significant as it is 25 years since the charity was founded to support organisations pursuing environmentally sound policies.

DEBI Chair, John Smith, said: “The DEBI awards celebrate Devon organisations that are going the extra mile for green issues.

“Now is a key time for the environment and it is important that those making a difference are recognised and rewarded.”

Entries are invited from businesses, community initiatives,...

373 Group Awards launch soars under Griffin’s wings

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 06/05/2017 - 12:45pm

South West business networking group 373 Group launched its 2017 Business Awards at an event at Colliton Barton Training Centre in Broadhembury.

Co-founder of the 373 Group, Tom Hope said, “Nominations are now open for 10 categories.

“We are particularly interested in receiving nominations from those unsung heroes who rarely go up for awards but do a great job of meeting a distinct need, resulting in happy customers."

The annual awards this year are sponsored by Honiton-based accountancy firm, Griffin Chartered Accountants, founded by Graham Higgins and Misty...

South West Electrical Wholesaler could be national winner - and your vote will help

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Fri, 02/10/2017 - 12:54pm

South West independent electrical wholesaler Devondale Electrical has been shortlisted in the 2017 Electrical Wholesaler of the Year Awards.

Devondale, which has a head office in Exeter and a total of nine branches in the region, is a finalist in the 6 - 25 branch group, and is the only company representing the region in this category.

Managing Director, Paul Wood said: “We are proud to be flying the flag for the South West in these important industry awards.

“They recognise and highlight the achievements of electrical wholesalers and manufacturers across the UK...

Time to enter the DEBI Green Awards!

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Thu, 09/22/2016 - 6:55am

Devon green businesses and organisations are reminded to get their entries in for the 2016 Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) Awards.

The awards are open to businesses, community groups and educational establishments located in the county. Entry is free and all those who make the shortlist will be invited to the free awards event on November 24th at the Met Office. Each shortlisted entry is visited by the panel of judges before final judging, which takes place in November.

This year's categories include 'Made in Devon', 'Enjoyed in Devon', 'Educated in Devon'...

Enterprise and innovation to the fore in Devon Farm Business Awards shortlist

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 04/18/2016 - 11:38am

Once again, the short-list for the Devon Farm Business awards presents a fascinating cross-section of what is happening in farming in the West Country.

The common threads running through all of the farm businesses which are up for an award at the presentation evening on the eve of this year’s Devon County Show (May 19-21) are enterprise, innovation, market focus and family farming.

The awards are organised by a partnership of the Addington Fund, the Devon County Agricultural Association (DCAA) and Stephens Scown Solicitors.

Despite the current rock-bottom prices for...

Exeter hotel shortlisted in local business awards

The Magdalen Chapter has been shortlisted as one of the best hospitality businesses in Devon.

The 2015 Exeter Express & Echo Awards highlights The Magdalen Chapter in the Best Tourism / Hospitality Business category. Also shortlisted in the category is Ladram Bay Holiday Park; Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel and Sandy Park. Winners will be revealed in a ceremony at Sandy Park on Friday 17 April.

Fiona Moores, General Manager of The Magdalen Chapter, said: “We’re absolutely delighted to have been shortlisted for this award. With such fantastic company in our category, to...

DEBI Awards rewards green initiatives

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Sun, 11/23/2014 - 11:47am

Exeter businesses and schools picked up the lion’s share of awards at the 22nd DEBI Environmental Awards held at the Met Office.

The annual event seeks to recognise organisations that go the extra mile in environmental best practice.

DEBI Chairman, Andy Vickery said, “We were thrilled to have so much interest in the awards this year. It is always inspiring to realise that there continues to be so much commitment to the environment in the region.

The winners were chosen after an exhaustive process that included visits by the judges to each of the shortlisted...

Green awards finalists announced

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 10/13/2014 - 12:07pm

The shortlist for the 2014 Devon Environmental Business Initiative (DEBI) Awards has been announced with a good showing from Exeter businesses.

A total of 55 entries were received, with judges implementing tough criteria to select the finalists in each category.

DEBI Chair Andy Vickery, said: “We’re delighted to have such a wide range of businesses and educational initiatives from all areas of Devon represented in the shortlist.

“The judges will be visiting all of them over the coming weeks in order to make an informed decision on the outright winners in each...

Sponsors step up for 2014 green awards

Authored by Sue Cade
Posted: Mon, 08/04/2014 - 10:13am

Environmental networking charity DEBI says it has just a few sponsorship opportunities remaining for its 2014 awards.

DEBI has already secured category sponsorship from South West Water and South Devon tyre recycler Bandvulc. The Environment Agency and green issue management specialist JP Associates are co-sponsoring this year’s Environmental Champion, won in 2013 by Gabriel Wondrausch of SunGift Energy.

DEBI’s well-regarded annual awards celebrate the best of Devon’s sustainable and green businesses, and this year a new category has been introduced to recognise initiatives...

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