The Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce annual business awards has started its yearly call for the best companies in the county, inviting entries in ten categories.
KCC is a partner in the event for the first time, offering a bigger and more official stamp of approval to the regional businesses being recognised.
Similar to the Times Business Awards, which celebrates the wealth of business talent in Tunbridge Wells and surrounding areas, the West Kent, Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce covers businesses from across the entire county.
Jo James OBE, chief executive of Kent Invicta Chamber, said: “These awards are going to be bigger and better thanks to our association with Kent County Council, our partners and our category sponsors.
“It is important for organisations to stand out from the crowd and differentiate themselves from competitors – being an ‘award-winning business’ can help make that happen. We look forward to bringing together our panel of judges to sift through each entry and shortlist the finalists, and ultimately select the winners.”
Cllr Derek Murphy, KCC cabinet member for economic development, added: “Across Kent we have businesses who are leaders in their respective industries, making a positive contribution to the county’s economy and the communities in which they work. We want to celebrate everything that is great about Kent, and we are delighted to co-host these awards.”
The deadline for entries by Kent-based businesses and organisations is 5pm on September 2.
Categories include best business, as well as best employer, entrepreneur, excellence in customer service, family business, innovative business, construction project, success in international trade, sustainability & de-carbonisation business of the year, as well as most promising new business.
Category sponsors include Azets, Kent International Business, McArthur Glen Ashford Designer Outlet, MidKent College, Rift R&D Tax Credits, Stagecoach, University of Greenwich and University of Kent, and KCC.
Winners will be announced at a black-tie dinner, sponsored by Digital Outlook, at Westenhanger Castle, on November 17.
Further information and entry forms for the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce Annual Business Awards are at KentInvictaChamber.co.uk
