“Truly exceptional” Rotherham businesses in running for awards

FROM stately homes to sports trusts, web technology to waste management – 14 “exceptional” Rotherham-based organisations from various sectors are in the running to receive a prestigious regional accolade.
By Jill Theobald
Published 25th Oct 2023, 10:47 BST
Last year's overall winner SBD Apparel which is based in the borough.Last year's overall winner SBD Apparel which is based in the borough.
Last year's overall winner SBD Apparel which is based in the borough.

The businesses are among 39 companies from across the region to be shortlisted by Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber as part of its prestigious Celebration of Business Awards event, which will take place at Magna Science Adventure Centre on November 3.

Sponsored by the RNN Group, Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber’s Celebration of Business 2023 Awards attracted a record number of entrants and will recognise businesses operating in all parts of the regional economy.

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The work of charities will also be recognised and, for the first time, the Chamber will also celebrate the innovative work being delivered by businesses across the region to reduce carbon emissions and support the environment with its newly launched sustainability award.

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During the evening, businesses celebrating milestone anniversaries in 2023 will also gain recognition for their long-standing commitment to the region.

Carrie Sudbury, chief executive of Barnsley and Rotherham Chamber, said: “Every business and individual who has reached the shortlist should feel incredibly proud of their achievements.

“The level of excellence displayed in all applications received, across all categories, was truly exceptional, presenting our judges with a challenging task.”

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The ceremony will be hosted by BBC Look North presenter Amy Garcia and feature entertainment from Dodworth-based musician Catherine Rannus and Britain’s Got Talent finalist Kyle Tomlinson.

The full list of Rotherham nominees is:

Apprentice of the Year Award

·Jasmine Harrison – Equans

·Kamran Hussain – Equans

·Tom Goodall – SS Systems Ltd

Business Community Impact Award

·Equans

·Wentworth Woodhouse Preservation Trust

Business Growth Award

·SMH Group

Business Person of the Year Award

·Jason Mace – Gala Technology

·Rob Shaw – Glu Recruit

Charity of the Year Award

·Rotherham United Community Trust

·YWCA Yorkshire

Commitment to People Development Award

·Equans

·Hine Labels Ltd

·IT Desk (UK) Ltd

Excellence in Customer Service Award

·Enhance Skin Health Ltd

·IT Desk (UK) Ltd

Most Promising New Business Award

·NAM – Tiny Rockets

·Trust Education Limited

Sustainability Award

·KCM Waste Management

·Wentworth Woodhouse

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