NW Business Masters 2012: North West Pride award
COMPANIES and individuals which demonstrate dedication, commitment and passion for their local communities or charities, will be recognised in the 2012 North West Business Masters Awards.
Our North West pride award will showcase and celebrate the the most meaningful philanthropic initiative by a business, organisation or leader in the region.
Last year’s North West Pride Award was won by Michael Oglesby, the founder and chairman of North West property company Bruntwood – who both through his business and personal charitable foundation – has supported numerous good causes in the region.
Since 2000 the Oglesby Charitable Trust has made grants of approximately £3.5m to scores of charities and community initiatives, while Manchester-based Bruntwood donates 10% of its profits every year.
In addition, last November Mr Oglesby and his wife Jean received a special award from Prince Charles for their contribution to the arts.
Other notable contenders to the 2011 awards were listed consumer good manufacturer PZ Cussons and Opal Property Group.
As well as the Pride award, there are five other categories:
North West Ambassador: Greatest contribution to business in the region
North West Newcomer: Best new business initiative.
North West Innovator: Most creative product, idea or original business thinking
North West Exporter: Recognising outstanding success in international markets
North West Manufacturer: The company leading the way in this critical sector
The North West Business Masters 2012 takes place on April 26 at the Midland Hotel in Manchester.
The lunch-time event begins with a champagne reception, followed by a three course lunch accompanied by fine wine.
Tickets are priced £125 plus VAT each and are sold in pairs. Click here to order your tickets for the North West Business Masters 2011.
For sponsorship opportunities, please call Phil Birkhead on 0161 615 3601 or email phil.birkhead@thebusinessdesk.com
