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The Great British Excellence Awards celebrate the people, businesses and organisations doing exceptional work. Explore the categories and help recognise someone shaping the future through their achievement, leadership and impact.

The Legacy of Leadership Award

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Business Mentor of the Year Award

For the mentor who gives their experience so others can succeed

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About this category

The Business Mentor of the Year Award recognises an experienced business person who gives their time and knowledge to help others build and grow businesses.

The judges look for mentees who achieved more because of them, and the generosity and honesty they brought.

Eligibility

Open to business mentors, paid or voluntary, based in or serving the region. Self-nominations and nominations made by others are both welcome.

Judging criteria

  • Entries are judged on the progress of mentees
  • The time and commitment given
  • Testimonials
  • Contribution to the business community

Qualitative criteria

  • What they set out to achieve, and why it mattered
  • How they work with others
  • What people say about them

Metrics

  • Results delivered this year
  • People or clients helped
  • Recognition already received

Additional criteria

  • Include examples of the work
  • The results in figures where possible and a word from a client
  • Colleague or mentee

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