Category Information
This award will honour new businesses which were set-up and began trading from April 1, 2022.
What inspired you to go into business for yourself, what makes your business different and do you have big plans for the future?
Judges will be looking for:
- Evidence of your USP
- Examples and evidence of successful trading
- A clear business plan
- Evidence of a clear vision for the long-term future of the business
For any queries regarding your entry, please get in touch with the Chamber team at info@somersetbusinessawards.org.uk.
How do I enter?
All you need to do is complete the online entry form, making sure that you understand the criteria for the category/ies that you wish to enter.
- Choose your category
- Enter a statement of up to 800 words explaining why your business merits an award
- Highlight up to six key points selling your company to the judges
- Attach up to five pieces of evidence to support your application – attachments can be up to a maximum of 2MB each.
- Attach the company logo
Does my business qualify?
All businesses entering the awards must be based within the district council administrative boundaries of Sedgemoor, South Somerset, Mendip and Somerset West and Taunton. Business can also enter if they are based within the following North Somerset Council and Bath and North East Somerset postcodes:
BS21, 22, 23, 24, 40, 48 and 49
The business should have its head office within the defined eligible area set out above. If this is not the case, the entry MUST demonstrate that the enterprise has local autonomy over business planning, marketing, HR and budget within the eligible areas listed above.
If you are unsure if you qualify, please get in touch.
Award Judges
Kelly is a Partner at Westcotts, based in their Bridgwater office. With a decade of experience Kelly has built up a strong client base, working closely with SMEs including many start-up businesses. Kelly is a general practitioner who specialises in capital taxes which gives her the ability to provide all round advice for every aspect of her clients’ financial life.
Sponsored By Westcotts
Westcotts is a leading firm of Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers in the South West, offering a personal and local partner-led service that values relationships above all else. Collaborating with their clients and tailoring their approach, Westcotts has been supporting businesses and individuals, both large and small, for more than 30 years. With more offices in the region than any other firm, including Weston-super-Mare, Bridgwater, Burnham-On-Sea, and Somerton, Westcotts has an experienced and talented team of specialists with a wealth of knowledge across a diverse range of sectors. They deliver exceptional service with independent, straightforward, clear, calm, and expert advice. Westcotts. We’re here!
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