Launched by Clare Hayward MBE DL, High Sheriff of Cheshire 2024/25, the awards are now in their 18th year in partnership with the University of Chester to celebrate innovation, initiative and impact across Cheshire, Halton and Warrington.
The winners of the region’s premier enterprise awards will be announced at a special ceremony on Thursday, March 27 at Churchill House, the home of the award-winning University of Chester Business School.
The six categories which will be judged by a panel of senior members of the business community are:
- High Sheriff’s Award for Innovation sponsored by EA Technology
- High Sheriff’s Award for Sustainable Development sponsored by Grosvenor
- High Sheriff’s Award for Promoting Social Mobility
- High Sheriff’s Award for Wellness at Work sponsored by Warrington Borough Council
- High Sheriff’s Award for Young Person in Business sponsored by Barlows
- High Sheriffs Award for Excellence in Enterprise sponsored by Mornflake
Clare Hayward MBE DL, High Sheriff of Cheshire 2024/25, said: “I’m looking forward to learning about the innovative businesses and organisations within our county and celebrating their dedication and achievements. Additionally, I extend my gratitude to all the companies and charitable bodies that have generously sponsored the awards.”
Kirstie Simpson, Dean of Chester Business School, said: “The High Sheriff’s Awards for Enterprise serve as a highlight in the Cheshire business calendar, bringing us together to acknowledge the remarkable accomplishments of businesses and other organisations within our county. The University takes real pride in supporting the vital work undertaken by Cheshire businesses to bolster the regional economy.”
The closing date for entries is Monday, January 20 2025.