Awards race for region’s businesses

YORKSHIRE entrepreneurs who have managed to create jobs and secure investment during the worst downturn in decades will be honoured later this year at a glittering awards ceremony.

The Yorkshire Post Excellence in Business Awards are open for entries. The awards bang the drum for the county’s world-class companies and individuals.

The Yorkshire Post is inviting entries from all companies with a great story to tell, so long as they are based in Yorkshire or have significant operations in the region.

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Categories range from entrepreneurialism and exports to community involvement and outstanding employment practices.

The winners will be announced at a ceremony in Leeds in early November. Past speakers have included Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne. DLA Piper, Goldman Sachs, PwC and Yorkshire Bank are the main sponsors. The deadline for entries is July 2. To enter visit the business section of the Yorkshire Post website: www.yorkshirepost.co.uk