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Best Led Business of the Year Award

For the business whose leadership makes all the difference

RecognisesLeadershipPeople & cultureBusiness growth
RecognitionBusinessLeadership

About this category

The Best Led Business of the Year Award recognises a business whose leaders set a clear direction, make good decisions and bring their people with them.

It celebrates leadership you can see in the results, the culture and the way the business treats its customers and community.

Eligibility

Open to businesses of any size and sector, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.

Judging criteria

  • Entries are judged on the clarity of vision and strategy
  • Decisions taken and their outcome
  • How leaders develop their people
  • Integrity

Qualitative criteria

  • Clarity of vision and offer
  • Reputation with customers and partners
  • Culture and the team behind the business

Metrics

  • Revenue and growth
  • Customer satisfaction and repeat business
  • Jobs created or retained

Additional criteria

  • Include figures for the last one to two years
  • Examples of standout work and testimonials from customers or partners

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