BristolLive Business Awards categories

Start-up Business of the Year, sponsored by Future Economy Group

» This award will be given to a business that has been established within the last two years, and has made a big impact in that short time.

We’re looking for a business that has shown a clear capacity to innovate, succeeded despite challenging economic conditions, and which has big plans for the future.

SME Business of the Year, sponsored by Opportuni AI

» Given out to a business of up to 150 employees, the SME Business of the Year Award recognises a company that has managed to reach a solid size and have a positive impact on the region’s economy.

The business will be one that has shown measurable and steady growth, that has invested in its staff and its operations to make it as strong as possible, and that has long-term plans for growth and improvement.

Large Business of the Year, sponsored by Grant Thornton

» The Large Business of the Year award is for companies with more than 150 employees that have a positive impact on the region’s economy.

The judges will look at the success of the business in meeting targets, improving its products and services, and planning for greater growth.

Black Business Person of the Year, sponsored by Bristol Waste Company

» This award seeks to celebrate the work and achievements of entrepreneurs and business leaders in Bristol’s Black community.

The Black Business Person of The Year award will go to an individual that has demonstrated a real spirit for entrepreneurship and innovation, and who can show determination and concerted planning to achieve further success for their business.

Innovation Award, sponsored by Amazon

» This award celebrates new ideas, processes, products, services, technologies and applications that have had an impact on an organisation’s success over the past 12 months.

We’re looking for a company that has really pushed the envelope, and devised innovative ways to improve its operations.

Best Place to Work, sponsored by Huboo Technologies

» A positive work environment is vital in making sure that employees feel at ease and capable of achieving their very best. The award will go to the company that believes their environment embodies this ethos, whether this is through their workplace set up or a home working system.

Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by BusinessLive

» This award will go to the business person who has made a positive and lasting contribution to their business, the local economy and community – over a number of years. Our judges want to hear about individuals who have made a significant impact to the region’s business community, and worked to make it a thriving and successful area.

Local Business Hero, sponsored by BristolLive

» Has your local business gone above and beyond to help you and the local community throughout the Covid-19 pandemic? We want to hear about our local business heroes who have stood out in these difficult times. This is your chance to ensure these local businesses are recognised for their hard work and dedication.

Business in the Face of Adversity, sponsored by Bristol City Centre BID

» Adversity has been a common experience for many businesses over the last year, and this award is designed to recognise a company that has shown the fortitude and determination required to overcome such adversity. We’re looking for a business that has gone the extra mile to ensure not only its own success, but to benefit the community and wider business community as well.

Environmental Contribution Award, sponsored by The Bristol Hotel

» This award will go to the company which has shown outstanding commitment to managing the environmental impact of its business or to an environmental business that is benefitting the wider community.

This can include such actions as; reducing emissions, waste or noise; improving raw material use or transport efficiency; cleaning up land; and reducing the impact of the business activities on neighbours.

Business Person of the Year, sponsored by Kingston Barnes

» The winner of this award will be selected by our judging panel and is somebody who has demonstrated a high degree of entrepreneurship, creativity and vision for the future.

The judges will be looking to identify an individual who has set up a business or has had a significant influence in the business, that has set and achieved objectives within its business plans and established a position of sustainable profitability and success.

» If you feel that either you or your business is a good fit for one or more of the categories above, we want to hear from you.

With your help we can recognise the incredible work that has taken place across the Bristol business community.

To submit themselves for consideration, entrants will need to answer questions on why they feel they should be considered.

To check the criteria, or for more information on the awards, visit www.thebristolbusinessawards.co.uk