The Business Leader Awards 2016 are returning to Bristol and the South West and they are particularly keen to help tech, innovation led and start-up businesses to get noticed by becoming shortlisted.
“We’re keen to give these great minds another platform to showcase and celebrate what they do – as well as attract investment, if relevant“
The awards have been designed to bring together influential leaders and rising stars in business, education and government, along with the media and VIPs in celebrating business success in Bristol and the South West.
Andrew Scott, Managing Director of Business Leader, tells us: “The digital and tech scene in Bristol and the South West is positively buzzing. There are so many great businesses and individuals operating in this sphere and this awards is an extension of events such as The Sparkies and other awards that celebrate this talent.
He adds: “We’re keen to give these great minds another platform to showcase and celebrate what they do – as well as attract investment, if relevant.”
How do I enter?
The awards are free to enter and cover the West of England Local Enterprise Partnership (WOELEP) area. Businesses can submit entries across as many categories as they like. Entries close on June 30 and shortlisted companies are revealed in early September. You can see more on how and why you should enter in the video below:
Andrew adds: “Entering awards is a great way to put your business out there and with so many exciting tech and innovation businesses in Bristol – the event is geared up to celebrate this sector and give another platform for tomorrow’s businesses to get recognised today.” So what are you waiting for?
You can enter the Business Leaders Awards 2016 here. Entries close on 30 June. You can also follow the latest on the awards on Twitter here: @BLeaderNews
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