Categories

To nominate simply follow these 3 steps.

  1. Select the category you wish to enter and click ENTER NOW.
  2. Log in or create an account to be taken to your nomination basket in order to complete the nomination form.
  3. Fill out your answers in the nomination form and click COMPLETE to submit your nomination.

You can also SAVE FOR LATER if you wish to save your progress and complete your nomination at a later date.

Nominations close Friday 14th October 2022.

Started a nomination but haven't submitted yet? Log in here to complete your saved nomination

The Apprentice/Trainee of the Year Award entry should be completed by either the apprentice or their employer. Apprentices will have been enrolled on an apprenticeship scheme by June 2021. Judges will be looking for an outstanding contribution that the individual has made throughout their apprenticeship showing their commitment to go above and beyond.

This item is not available

This category seeks to acknowledge a business which is excelling in their field with a turnover in excess of £30million. The judges will be looking for evidence of sustained business growth, innovation, adaptability and an ongoing commitment/investment in employees to support in driving the business forward.

This item is not available

This category is aimed at new businesses which have started trading in the last 2 years and have already made a significant impact within their market place. The judges will be looking for evidence of business growth, innovation, adaptability and an ongoing commitment/investment in employees to support in driving the business forward.

This item is not available

This category is aimed at businesses with a turnover of less than £30million which is excelling within their marketplace. The judges will be looking for evidence of sustained business growth, innovation, adaptability and an ongoing commitment/investment in employees to support in driving the business forward.

This item is not available

This category is aimed at businesses with a turnover of no more than £3million, who can show growth, have implemented a successful business strategy/plan & have made the most of their resources planning for future growth.

The judges will be looking for evidence of: - sustained business growth; a written business plan with strategy and vision for the next 3-5 years; management with the ability to drive the business forward; understanding your market and arrangements to respond to change; funding arrangements and investment plans for the business and how the business has adapted, diversified, contributed to community, and survived during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

This item is not available

The Business Person of the Year Award is open to individuals who have made a significant difference to the organisation that they work for, the people that work within it and/or the community in which the business operates. Judges are seeking examples of outstanding leadership, innovation and a commitment to positive development of the business, people and/or community.

This item is not available

This award recognises an individual or group from within a business that has made an exceptional contribution in the community in which they operate. Judges are keen to hear about initiatives, fundraising projects and/or collaborations with local sporting clubs, schools, churches, charities which have made a difference.

This item is not available

This award is the ultimate accolade for all our entrants and the winner will be chosen from the category winners.

The judges will be looking for the company/person who has shown the most enterprise, passion and drive in taking their business forward. Dedication and innovation will be key to the winner of this most prestigious award

This item is not available

This is a special award to recognise a business or organisation that has transformed the way they do business. It could be the launch of a new product, redesign of production processes, development of an ecommerce platform…whatever the innovation, this is the category to recognise that development and the benefits it has brought to the business.

This item is not available

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognises an outstanding and long time commitment to leadership and business through an individual's career. In addition to a significant impact to the sector that they operate, judges will also be keen to see examples of their contribution to staff development and impact on the communities in which they have operated.

This item is not available

This category recognises and awards Retail, Leisure & Tourism businesses and the important role these organisations play within the Larne area. The judges will be looking for evidence of business growth, innovation, customer service and an ongoing commitment/investment in employees to support in driving the business forward.

This item is not available

Our Larne region is home to some of the most beautiful and breathtaking countryside in the world.

We are looking for the best enterprises who operate from it.

Are you based in a small town, village or hamlet, in the following 7 rural wards: Ballycarry; Cairncastle; Carnlough; Glenarm; Glynn; Islandmagee and Kilwaughter?

Are you making a positive difference to your area by creating jobs and innovating?

Are you determined that rural areas should be as successful as urban ones?

And how does being based in the countryside enhance your firm?

We want to hear from you

This item is not available

Sustainable businesses are so important in today’s environment and this category rewards those who are making strides to become more sustainable year on year. Judges are keen to see examples of businesses moving towards net zero and/or existing low impact businesses which are already making an impact.

    This item is not available