This award recognises an organisation that excels in offering the most comprehensive work environment, either through the implementation of a learning and development culture, staff incentive schemes, recognition/remuneration & retention packages or health and wellbeing initiatives.

Who should apply?

Any business from any sector, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• Why learning and development is important to the organisation
• Details of the investment, commitment, support and incentives given to staff
• Evidence of how this culture has contributed to the business achieving outstanding success
• How these schemes have helped make the organisation an employer of choice
• Demonstrate your commitment to embedding positive change by bringing inclusion and diversity to the forefront of your business

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Open to organisations employing over 100 full-time members of staff and/or an annual turnover of +£25 million, this award will go to a business that has achieved consistent growth backed by a strong financial performance.

Who should apply?

Businesses from any sector that employ over 100 full-time members of staff and/or have an annual turnover of +£25 million. Based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber. 

What the judges are looking for:

• Strong business plans underpinned by strong financial performance
• Sustained growth
• How the business ensures high service standards and delivers exceptional customer care to drive new and repeat business
• What differentiates the company’s products/services from their competitors
• Evidence of the wider contribution to the Sheffield economy and community through wealth and job creation, as well as showing a commitment to corporate, social and environmental responsibilities

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This award will recognise a Small or Medium Business employing up to 100 full-time members of staff and not exceeding a £25 million annual turnover that has achieved consistent growth backed by a strong financial performance.

Who should apply?

Businesses from any sector that do not exceed 100 members of full-time staff and a £25 million annual turnover. Based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber. 

What the judges are looking for:

• Strong business plans underpinned by strong financial performance
• Sustained growth and plans for future growth
• Strong managerial and financial performance
• Innovation
• Evidence of the business’s commitment to staff
• What differentiates the company’s products/services from their competitors

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This award recognises a not-for-profit organisation, charity or social enterprise that has significantly contributed towards social impact in Sheffield.

Who should apply?

Organisations operating as a not-for-profit, charity or social enterprise. Based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber. 

What the judges are looking for:

• Evidence that your activity has contributed towards social impact in Sheffield
• Evidence of involvement from different cultures or backgrounds to advance a common initiative for the betterment of all people
• Evidence of job creation either paid or voluntary
• Evidence of opportunities created
• Statistics to support your application

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This award recognises a business that has been created since January 1 2020 during the pandemic and have become successful in their own right, or have achieved a significant breakthrough in its sector during a very difficult time to start a business.

Entrants should demonstrate success in any of the following areas sales, market share, international trade, and job creation.

Who should apply?

Any start-up businesses since January 1 2020 from any sector, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber. Businesses that have started by using the pandemic as a market opportunity or pivoted an original idea during the pandemic. And Start-up businesses that have had a solid start in life and are showing growth.

What the judges are looking for:

• Significant growth in one or all the above categories.
• Innovative products, services and/or operations that have led to this growth.
• Sustainable financial performance.
• Business strategy or plans for future growth.

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Entrants must outline how they have shown excellence in their specific sector and show how they have planned for future growth. This is an award all about delighting customers.

Who should apply?

Businesses from the professional services sectors, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• What activities are responsible for sustained growth and success
• Details of how you have shown excellence in your specific sector
• Evidence of new or innovative services introduced over the last year
• Evidence of excellent customer service

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This award recognises a public or private sector entrant for the most outstanding digital technology company.

Entrants must demonstrate: 

• Outstanding and leading digital transformation within the workplace.
• Creating or operating an enhanced superior customer experience.
• New business streams or increased efficiency of operations.

Who should apply?

Any business from any sector, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• Significant growth in one or all the above categories.
• Innovative products, services and/or operations that have led to this growth.
• Sustainable financial performance.
• Business strategy or plans for future growth.

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This award will recognise an organisation which has delivered a marketing campaign that has made a true impact and cut-through. Businesses and organisations must showcase how their creative work has led directly to improved business performance and recognition for their product or client. Entries are welcome from all organisations, whether in-house or agency.

Who should apply?

Businesses specialising in creative services, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• Evidence of how the marketing campaign generated improved commercial performance and the level of growth achieved
• Level of engagement from your target market
• Innovative and creative methods that contributed to the campaign
• How these marketing activities contributed to the local economy and wider community
• How the campaign was delivered and adapted to overcome problems

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This award recognises the strength of the region’s importers and exporters. Entrants for this award must stand out from the crowd on the international stage and demonstrate that they have generated significant and/or sustained growth in their international activity and/or presence.

Who should apply?

Any business that exports or conducts business overseas, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• The level of growth achieved in exporting or overseas business (generated from exports, the growth in headcount or overseas operations)
• The percentage of revenue generated from international activity
• Innovative approaches to entering and establishing new markets
• Evidence of barriers that have been overcome
• Impact on overall business performance and projections

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This award identifies and rewards the company which has launched the most innovative new product/service or who may have built or embraced new technology to drive their company forward over the last 12 months. Judges will consider all aspects of an innovative new product/service, its USP, the potential for growth/competition and profitability.

The award will celebrate the very best technology, services, digital advances and creative thinking that Sheffield has to offer.

The submitted product/service must be in working, marketable condition.

Who should apply?

Any business from any sector, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

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This award recognises an independent business on the high street that has significantly contributed to hospitality, retail or leisure during the most difficult time for these sectors.

The submission should discuss how the business has survived, recovered and grown during the pandemic, driven footfall, generated income during lockdowns and brought benefit to their own high street.

Who should apply?

Open to any business or organisation operating within Sheffield, or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for

• Evidence that activity undertaken during the pandemic and during lockdowns (or significant restrictions)
• Evidence of engagement with customers using social media.
• Evidence of positive impact for visitors – ie customer service, value for money, positive brand image for the local high street and/or the region.
• Statistics to support your application.
• What did you do to overcome adversity?

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This award will recognise a company or product which is leading the way in creating a sustainable environment for all and really putting Sheffield on the map. The product or company will not only address a need but also seize an opportunity to create a new market or industry. The submitted entry must be in working, marketable condition.

Who should apply?

Any business from any sector, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• How the business opportunity was identified and developed
• Understanding of product, market and competitors
• The use of innovative emerging technologies
• Success in addressing a need
• Evidence of how the product has become established, capturing interest from Sheffield and beyond

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This award recognises a company that demonstrates an efficient and innovative approach to manufacturing. Exhibiting growth, improved commercial performance, increased market share and operational effectiveness.

Who should apply?

Any business in the manufacturing sector, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber. 

What the judges are looking for:

• Evidence of how your organisation has generated new or improved products, services and innovative processes that successfully meet the changing needs of the customer and business.
• Increased commercial growth and/or market share
• How a sustainable approach has improved commercial performance, competitiveness, employee engagement and customer value, which in turn has a positive impact on the environment
• Lean methodologies that improve quality, cost, productivity and waste reduction
• Demonstrate investment in R&D that has generated good ROI

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This award will recognise a business specialising in creative services such as design, marketing, publishing, film, architecture and the arts, that can showcase how their creative work has led directly to improved business performance. Entries are welcome from all firms, whether in-house or agency.

Who should apply?

Businesses specialising in creative services, based in Sheffield or a member of Sheffield Chamber.

What the judges are looking for:

• Evidence of how creative activities have generated improved commercial performance
• Innovative, creative methods that have led to growth
• How these activities have contributed to the local economy and wider community
• Evidence of a positive outcome and impact on the target audience

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