33 of Lewes District’s biggest and best companies and business people have made the shortlist of 11 awards for this year’s Lewes District Business Awards.
The full list of finalists can be found here: www.lewesdistrictbusinessawards.co.uk.
Now in its fifth year, the winners will be announced at the Amex Stadium on Thursday 19th July, presented by comedian Simon Evans.
Companies appearing twice in the shortlist include Depot, Alistair Fleming Design, Lewes Football Club and SO Sussex.
Commenting on this year’s shortlist, Cllr Andy Smith said: “The quality of entries for this year’s awards was unparalleled and I’m extremely proud that so many outstanding businesses reside in Lewes District.
“We had a fantastic number of entries from small companies to big businesses which made the judging process as challenging as ever. However, in the end, the judging panel were in agreement and we’re looking forward to announcing the winners at the award ceremony.”
Andrew Tucknott, New Business Development Manager at Tomsetts Distribution Ltd commented: “Tomsetts Distribution are delighted to have been shortlisted for Company of the Year, which is a great achievement for our family logistics company. We would like to thank our dedicated workforce for their energy, commitment and continued high standards of customer service which has contributed to our success over the last 40 plus years.”
Geoff Stonebanks, Founder of Driftwood Garden East Sussex said: “How utterly amazing and totally rewarding to have my own private garden shortlisted for these awards alongside other great local venues! It has become a serious tourist trap for people from all over the globe after winning awards and receiving much hype on TripAdvisor.”
Michael Kianfar, Managing Director of Foodhaven commented: “The Bake Out team is delighted to be shortlisted for the Best Independent Retailer. I know for sure that for many retailers it’s all about keeping customers happy and when there is great feedback for our effort it makes our day. Thank you from all of the Bake Out team to all involved in the awards and our lovely Lewes community.”
The awards are organised by Lewes District Council and sponsored by Allied Irish Bank, Cheesmur Building Contractors, Veolia, Wave Leisure Trust, LEAP, Uniglobe Preferred Travel, Basepoint, RSE Group and Whitespace with Platinum Business Magazine and Viva Lewes as media partners.
An ideal opportunity to network with the who’s who of Lewes District, the award ceremony will be attended by 300 local businesses people on Thursday 19th July at the Amex Stadium with a sparkling drinks reception followed by a three-course dinner.
Tickets cost £68 (+vat) and can be purchased online – www.lewesdistrictbusinessawards.co.uk.
For more information, please contact the award co-ordinators on lewes@platinumpublishing.co.uk.