Entries Welcomed For ABC Business Awards

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is welcoming applications for its biennial ABC Business Awards.

Held in association with Power NI, the awards recognise, reward and profile the most industrious, hardworking and enterprising organisations in the borough.

Launching the second ABC Business Awards, Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Councillor Julie Flaherty said: "The 2019 ABC Business Awards is our opportunity to celebrate the borough's outstanding business community, to applaud the work they do and to showcase the passion of those individuals who go above and beyond to drive continued business growth. The ceremony will celebrate our talented and ambitious business community and will provide an unrivalled opportunity to network, engage and to inspire others with their knowledge and ideas. I would like to encourage every business, organisation and individual that share in the borough's business success to showcase their outstanding achievements."

The gala awards night will take place on Wednesday 12 June at Craigavon Civic & Conference Centre.

Businesses across the region will compete for a number of prestigious prizes across 13 categories, including the Sir Allen McClay Young Business Person of the Year accolade, as well as awards for Best Hospitality Business, Innovation, Social Enterprise Business, Business Growth, and Excellence in Manufacturing and Customer Service.

This year will also see the introduction of the SRC sponsored Best Apprentice Employer Award.

For a full list of award categories or to complete an entry form visit abcbusinessawards.com.

The deadline for entries is Friday 10 May at 5pm.

(CM)