Nominations will open soon for the 2023 Tendring4Growth Business Awards.

Applications are welcome from firms for the Tendring District Council-run (TDC) awards, which this year have seven categories.

Nominations open from Monday, 3 April and will close on Sunday, 4 June, after which they will be shortlisted by a judging panel.

The awards ceremony will take place at the Princes Theatre in the Autumn, to coincide with Tendring4Growth Business Fortnight.

Mary Newton, TDC Cabinet Member for Business and Economic Growth, encouraged people to make nominations once they opened.

“Last year saw the inaugural awards which were such a success – it was a fantastic evening celebrating the best of business in Tendring,” Councillor Newton said.

“That’s why I’m delighted we’re bringing the Tendring4Growth Business Awards back for 2023, to again champion those contributing to our local economy.

“So make sure to get your nominations in – whether you’re a business owner, employee or loyal customer – so that we can give just recognition to great firms in Tendring.”

This year’s award categories are:

• Women in Business

• Digital & Technology

• Tourism

• Creativity & Culture

• Food & Drink Producer

• Independent Retailer

• Entrepreneur of the Year

Once they go live, nomination forms and the award criteria can be found at www.tendringdc.gov.uk/business/tendring4growth-business-awards.

Those interested in sponsoring the awards can contact the Tendring4Growth team at tendring4growth@tendringdc.gov.uk.

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