Business of the Year awards: the best of big business
Large businesses have the resources to invest in research, infrastructure, and community development, significantly impacting local and global economies.
Yorkshire and Humber is home to some of the UK’s largest companies, with turnovers exceeding £1bn a year, in many varied sectors – credit and finance, business support services, construction, and retail groups. Others operate across multiple sectors. Large national and international firms operate hubs or other significant operations within the region.
Such firms drive economic growth, create numerous jobs, and foster innovation.
The Large Company award recognises and celebrate firms who employ more than 150 people, who demonstrate a commitment to excellence in their operations.
Last year’s winner was Lowell, a credit management provider driving change in its sector with a very serious commitment to ESG and to its staff. Its investment in its new head office in Leeds has created the foundation for more growth.
The Yorkshire Business of the Year Awards are sponsored by Tudor International Freight, RBC Brewin Dolphin, and Verlingue, with Campaigner as principal partner. Nominations close this Friday, 5 July, so download your entry forms and get them by the end of the day.
Site visits to decide the shortlist will take place between 3 September and 22 November. Each shortlisted company will then be invited to give a presentation in Leeds in January 2025 to the judging panel who will select the category winners.
The awards will be presented at a gala dinner at New Dock Hall on 20 February 2025.
There are 15 categories of award, and firms can enter multiple categories.
- Start Up
- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Employer of the Year
- International Trade
- Investment
- Community Impact
- Property
- Family Business
- Small Business (up to 50 employees)
- Medium Business (51-250 employees)
- Large Business (251+ employees)
- Fast Growth Business
- Chief Executive of the Year
- Ambassador of the Year
To find out more about the awards, visit the dedicated awards website.
