The CB9 Business Awards were held at Chilford Hall on Saturday 17 May 2008

The results were...

Young Entrepreneur Award
Sponsored by: Days Inn Hotel
Winner: Wicked Wheels

“The judges were impressed by the drive and vision which has helped this business to grow astoundingly quickly in a short space of time. The owner has increased potential by creating a model for franchising and selling franchise operations both in the UK and abroad.”

Highly Commended
Buzzy Beadz

“This young person impressed the judges with her commitment, hard work and determination – all quite remarkable in someone so young. The judges recognised her huge potential as an entrepreneur of the future.”

New Business Award
Sponsored by: MENTA
Winner: Essential Shops Ltd

“This company has reached a substantial turnover in a very short period of trading. The judges were impressed with progress to date as well as the growth potential and well managed business planning.”

Retailer of the Year
Sponsored by: M+M Leisure
Winner: Arevolution

“This organisation has brought together a number of different services and disciplines which complement each other and which provide a good choice for their clientele. This outward looking business demonstrates a commitment to customer satisfaction and community involvement.”

Environmental Awareness Award
Sponsored by: Grampian Foods
Winner: Herbert Retail Ltd

“The winning business impressed judges with its commitment to reducing its impact on the environment. The detail of the energy and waste monitoring is remarkable with regular evaluations well over and above legal requirements. This commitment is shown by employees and management alike.”

Employer of the Year Award
Sponsored by: Sigma Genosys
Winner: Days Inn Hotel

“This business showed a commitment to staff training, development and retention over and above the norm in the industry. It demonstrated good team spirit and provides continued support to help recognise staff potential and train for promotion.”

Best Use of Technology Award
Sponsored by: Genzyme Ltd
Winner: Essential Shops Ltd

“This highly scalable business model is dependant on the use of technology for provision of service. There is a real need to be on top of new developments and this company has demonstrated the ability to stay one step ahead of the game.”

Customer Care and Service Award
Sponsored by: Printwise (Haverhill) Ltd
Winner: Key Education Services Ltd

“The judges were impressed with this company’s commitment to customer care. The owners have a proactive approach to client support and work to simplify legislative issues for clients thus relieving them of the burden."

Highly Commended
Tiny Toes Childcare Ltd

“This small business makes a very special effort to meet the needs of clients in hard to reach parts of the Haverhill area, showing a real commitment to both children and parents whose first language may not be English."

Marketing Strategy of the Year Award
Sponsored by: West Suffolk College
Winner: Ardex UK Ltd

“This company demonstrated a clear measurable marketing strategy which is well expressed and executed with good evaluation procedures. This has resulted in an increased volume of sales and improved relationships with clients."

Export Achievement Award
Sponsored by: IFF
Winner: Mansol Preforms Ltd

“The judges were impressed by this business which successfully exports around 60% of its product worldwide and has developed new markets in India, China, Korea and Singapore."

Small Business of the Year
Sponsored by: Haverhill Business Park
Winner: Vulcan Service & Supply Co Ltd

“This company is particularly strong in its market sector and is well aware of its development possibilities. It has managed significant growth and diversification well and makes good use of technology.”

Large Business of the Year
Sponsored by: NatWest Bank
Winner: IFF

“This is a well established business that is still growing and developing after 50 years of continuous and successful trading. They recognise the importance of their staff and show a commitment to the community."

Judges’ Award for Business of the Year
Sponsored by: Tesco
Winner: Mansol Preforms Ltd

“The judges were impressed by the recent international growth of a long established Haverhill company. The business shows a long term commitment to the region, has a good export record and good staff retention. The recent investment in the company shows confidence in its future. In this day and age it’s encouraging to see a manufacturing company thriving in a difficult sector.”

Highly Commended
Wicked Wheels

“The judges wanted to make a special commendation this company which demonstrated impressive growth from scratch, has developed a model for franchising, and has huge potential for growth.”

 

To view and purchase photographs from the event, please click here >>

To visit the main CB9 Business Awards website, please click here >>