The Shortlist for the 1066 Business Awards is announced!
The newly returned 1066 Business Awards is thrilled to unveil the shortlist of outstanding businesses vying for recognition across its 8 business categories. Celebrating excellence, growth, resilience, and impact within the local business community, the 1066 Business Awards is eagerly anticipated as it prepares to recognise the brightest talents and most impactful organisations in the region.
After careful deliberation by its sponsors and the team here at Let’s Do Business Group the shortlist has been compiled, representing a diverse array of businesses demonstrating remarkable achievements across multiple sectors. From the passionate startups and lone rangers to established enterprises, each nominee has exhibited exemplary performance, ambition, and customer service.
Our Shortlisted applicants are:
Best New Business – Sponsored by Holland Harper LLP
This award honours exceptional startup businesses (less than 2 years old) that have demonstrated unparalleled creativity, resilience, and impact in their early stages.
Shortlisted Nominees:
1066 Competitions
Naturally Crafted
Thai in Town
Lone Ranger – Sponsored by Heringtons Solicitors
For self-employed/Freelancers/Entrepreneurs Recognising the tenacity and motivation of business leaders that are the heart and soul of their business, striving for success whilst going it alone.
Shortlisted Nominees:
Maku UK
Mini Mouthfuls
Olsten
Growth Champion – Sponsored by Beaming
This award celebrates businesses that have exhibited outstanding growth in terms of revenue, market share, and overall impact on their respective industries.
Shortlisted Nominees:
Coleman Construction
Interface Precision Engineering
Kurt J Lesker
Community Spirit – Sponsored by Marshall-Tufflex
Honouring individuals and organisations dedicated to making a positive impact on their communities.
Shortlisted Nominees:
Catsfield Christmas Tree Farm
Hastings International Piano
Little Gate Farm
New Directions – Sponsored by Lightning Fibre
Recognising businesses that have successfully navigated change through innovation and strategic adaptation.
Shortlisted Nominees:
Barnaby’s Lounge
Interface Precision Engineering
Maku UK
People First – Sponsored by TE Connectivity
Celebrating employers who prioritise the wellbeing and professional growth of their workforce.
Shortlisted Nominees:
AAK BK Foods
Bournes
Sammons Recruitment
Future Leader – Sponsored by AAK BD Foods
Highlighting emerging talents under 35 who demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities.
Shortlisted Nominees:
Adam Ormerod - Interface Precision Engineering
Sebastian Habgood - TE Connectivity
Tora Goodbrand - Freedom Works
Extra Mile – Sponsored by Goldstar IT Consultancy
This award celebrates organisations that go above and beyond, setting the gold standard for customer service and satisfaction.
Shortlisted Nominees:
Barraclough and Stiles
Frankies at the Beach
Medical Dressings
The winners of the 1066 Business Awards will be announced at a business luncheon on 6th June 2024 at Bannatynes Hotel in Hastings, where attendees will get to celebrate, and enjoy a delicious 2 course lunch, network, and hear from keynote speakers Rich Moore from The Source, and Rachel Watkyn from Tiny Box Company.
Lunch tickets will be released to the general public w/c 6th May and will be available on the website