Yorkshire lawyer receives business honour from Prince Charles
THE Prince of Wales has named Yorkshire lawyer Paul Stone as his 2009 Prince’s Ambassador for his leadership and commitment to responsible business in the region.
Mr Stone, a partner at DLA Piper in Leeds, received the The Prince’s Ambassador Award as part of Business in the Community’s Awards for Excellence 2009, which recognise businesses for the positive impact they have on society.
Liz Needleman, regional director, Business in the Community said: “In the current climate it’s never been more important for businesses to show their leadership when it comes to responsible business issues. I am delighted that Paul has been recognised by HRH The Prince of Wales for his long standing and exemplary work on our ProHelp programme.”
HRH The Prince of Wales said: “My Ambassador Award recognises the contribution of those individuals whose unwavering dedication and commitment has made a real difference in the organisations and communities in which they work.
“I am delighted that Paul Stone is my Ambassdor in Yorkshire and Humber. As chair of the West Yorkshire ProHelp campaign, he has developed seven significant projects that have delivered real changes on the ground which would not exist without his direct involvement. He has been instrumental in supporting the Yorkshire & Humber team in getting public sector funding for ProHelp partnerships in the region from Yorkshire Forward and has supported bringing in new organisations into the ProHelp network.”
The Prince’s Ambassador Award is for individuals whose leadership and commitment to responsible business has resulted in changes and improvements inside their own company and who have also inspired other organisations to take action.
