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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Sustainability & Environment Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Capula, the award recognises organisations that can demonstrate a proactive approach to protecting the environment and reducing their carbon footprint, with judges looking for innovative solutions that have delivered
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Hospitality, Leisure & Tourism Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Wilkinson Collective, the award celebrates businesses that embody excellence in the hospitality, leisure and tourism sector, recognising quality of service, customer experience, innovation, creativity and positive contributions to
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Responsible Business of the Year Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Rydale Roofing, the award celebrates both companies and charities making a significant impact in Staffordshire through social responsibility, community engagement, ethical practice and direct support for local
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Innovation, Science & Technology Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by EPX IT, the award recognises businesses that have successfully utilised digital technologies, innovation, science or technology to enhance business performance, with judges looking for new or significantly improved
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by the University of Staffordshire, the award recognises the achievement of an individual who has been instrumental to the success of a business, whether by exploiting an opportunity to
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Customer Service Excellence Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by NBE Brokers, the award recognises organisations that consistently deliver high-quality customer experiences and place customer satisfaction at the heart of their operations, with clear evidence of how service excellence
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Medium/Large Business of the Year Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Dains Accountants, the award recognises excellence within businesses of more than 50 employees, looking at financial performance, leadership and management, staff development, environmental performance, innovation, social responsibility
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Professional Services of the Year Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Plinkfizz, the award recognises excellence within a professional services company, business or organisation, looking at leadership, management, staff development, social responsibility, future growth plans and performance above
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Start-Up & Step-Up Business Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Staffordshire County Council, the award acknowledges outstanding achievements in business growth and market entry for companies with less than five years of operation, recognising exceptional resilience, effective leadership,
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Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce has revealed the finalists for the Employee of the Year Award at the 2026 Business Awards. Sponsored by Ornua Foods, the award recognises an outstanding employee who has delivered exceptional and sustained business performance over a prolonged period, showing dedication, advancement and contribution within their role
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