2023 Award Categories
Applications have now closed for the Ayrshire Business Awards 2023.
Ayrshire Chamber of Commerce would like to thank all of the 2023 award entries. We were pleased to see such a diverse and varied range of companies submit applications this year.
The Ayrshire Business Awards is established as the leading awards ceremony for Ayrshire business and is a highlight of the business calendar. Attracting high profile industry support and involvement, the Awards offer Ayrshire businesses the opportunity to promote major achievements and celebrate success.
The Ayrshire Business Awards provide the ideal opportunity to promote business achievements, raise profile and recognise success. The quality of entrants has continued to increase year on year and all Ayrshire organisations are encouraged to participate.
All 16 of our 2023 award categories are listed below. Please note, entries were limited to two categories this year.
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Active Travel at Work Award
Recognising businesses that have encouraged their staff to be more active and change their travel habits resulting in a healthier workforce.
Sponsored by: Ayrshire Roads Alliance
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Apprentice of the Year Award
Open to any business in Ayrshire, irrespective of size, that has recruited, or is training, an Apprentice.
Sponsored by: GlaxoSmithKilne
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Ayrshires Growth Business of the Year Award (0-10 employees)
For businesses that operate with up to 10 employees, including sole traders.
Sponsored by: Woodward AES
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Ayrshires Growth Business of the Year Award (11-50 employees)
For businesses that have successfully grown their organisation and now operate with 11-50 employees (or full time equivalent).
Sponsored by: Business Gateway
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Ayrshires Growth Business of the Year Award (51+ employees)
with more than 51 employees (or full time equivalent).
Sponsored by: UWS
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Charity of the Year Award
Open to registered charities that are make a difference to people living, working or studying in the area, to the environment, or otherwise address local social needs.
Sponsored by: Regency Facilities Management
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Community Champion Award
Recognising organisations that seek to enhance the social or environmental opportunities for the people who live in the local communities in which the organisation operates.
Sponsored by: hub South West Scotland
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Community Wealth Building Award
For organisations that can demonstrate a people centred approach to economic development through the development of organisational policies and practices.
Sponsored by: North Ayrshire Council, East Ayrshire Council, South Ayrshire Council, Community Wealth Building and Ayrshire Growth Deal.
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Developing Ayrshire’s Young Workforce Award
Open to organisations which have developed a partnership that prepares young people for the world of work.
Sponsored by: Ashleigh (Scotland) Ltd
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Driving Sustainability
Recognition of a business which is passionate about environmental sustainability and is driving positive change for people and the planet.
Sponsored by: HALO
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Entrepreneur of the Year Award
Recognising an outstanding individual who demonstrates incomparable vision and leadership qualities within a pioneering business.
Sponsored by: William Duncan Accountants
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Going Global – International Trade Business of the Year
Open to companies that demonstrate significant international growth proving borders are not a barrier to trade.
Sponsored by: Neogen Europe
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Hospitality Business of the Year
Open to any organisation, irrespective of size, involved in the hospitality sector in Ayrshire. Organisations must evidence strategies and objectives for achieving growth, together with how these will be achieved and how your business enhances your business profile in Ayrshire.
Sponsored by: People Puzzles
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Start-up Business of the Year
Open to businesses in early stages showing entrepreneurship and innovation, with a determination to succeed.
Sponsored by: A&L Mechanical
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Tourism Award
Open to any organisation, irrespective of size, involved in the tourism, leisure, visitor attractions or hospitality sectors in Ayrshire.
Sponsored by: Stagecoach
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Workplace Health and Wellbeing Award
Designed for organisations who can demonstrate a commitment to improving their staff’s health and wellbeing.
Sponsored by: Lighthouse IT & Network Solutions
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Award winners will be revealed at the glamorous Awards Dinner held at Ayr Racecourse on Friday the 6th of October.
The Awards Dinner coincides with the end of the Ayrshire Business Week, which includes a programme of fantastic events running from 2nd to 6th October. Full BW23 programme launching soon!
For information on sponsorship or any aspect of the awards, please contact Danielle McPherson