WHAT PEOPLE SAY
YES THE AWARDS ARE A BRILLIANT LOCAL BUSINESS INITIATIVE - DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD.....
The principle behind the awards are aligned with our own value at ActionCOACH. Two of our "points of culture" are "excellence" and "success", so we are proud to align with this initiative highlighting top-performing businesses across the area.
Duncan McKechnie of Headline Sponsor ActionCOACH
Winning in The Dorchester Business Awards really gave AA Rosette restaurant Al Molo a huge boost in May 2024. Later in the year the restaurant was recognised once more at the West Dorset GOLD Awards where they were awarded a Silver Award for best Family Business.
Julie Cleaver Popcorn Marketing
The awards run by Marketing West are a valuable springboard for meeting local businesses. They bring people together in a fun and celebratory occasion, and provide a much-needed shot in the arm for business owners, as well as recognition in the business community. Plus you leave with free pens and popcorn! What’s not to like?
Miranda Robertson of The West Dorset Magazine
The Business Awards events are always really upbeat, fun and efficiently run. The awards are also run very transparently with a fair and confidential judging process and attract a great mix of local businesses in each area that the awards serves.
Kate Shaw of KTPR
The lunchtime awards are a fantastic initiative that provide recognition to local companies. These small local businesses are the life-blood of our nation and deserve all the support they can get. The ceremonies are delivered in a much more relaxed and friendly way than most. There's no need to rent a tuxedo, or book an expensive hotel. You can just dress smart, enjoy the buffet lunch and network with like-minded business people.
Chris Ryu MD of Dorset Tech
The Awards are a great opportunity to get local businesses together. They boost not only your business reputation but also team morale!
Winning an award gives you a feeling of pride, and your business, credibility. They're great for publicity, giving plenty of positive content for sharing both before, during and after and because everyone likes recognition, also drives creativity and productivity.
Wendy Ibbotson Centre Manager, The Wincombe Centre
The lunchtime awards have been a fantastic opportunity for Farnfields Solicitors to connect with and support local businesses in Dorset. It’s an event that brings people together in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, highlighting the incredible achievements within our community. We’re proud to be part of such a positive initiative that truly celebrates local success.
Louise Cook of Farnfields Solicitors
TC Group are delighted to be sponsoring the Local Business Awards for another year. As a leading firm of accountants and business advisers, we know first-hand that the lunchtime awards greatly support local businesses, and can see how important the recognition is to them. We love the relaxed and friendly atmosphere of the awards which promotes a feeling of collaboration and pride in the whole business community.
Lucy Filer of the TC Group
The Christchurch Business Awards are all about celebrating and supporting local businesses, and Pro2col is proud to have been a long-term sponsor since the awards began back in 2022. The awards are a fantastic way to recognise local talent, boost visibility, support the local economy, and celebrate the businesses that make our community thrive!
Steph Johnson of Pro2Col Group
Albert Goodman are proud to support the Business Awards 2025, celebrating the incredible businesses that make our community thrive. The awards event is perfect for connecting with local entrepreneurs and recognising their hard work. It’s also a fantastic way to champion local success and inspire future growth!
Mike House of Albert Goodman Accountants
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We are delighted to be part of the awards as a Winner, Runner up and a Sponsor. It really is an opportunity to showcase your business in the community and an opportunity to promote other businesses as well.
We were delighted to receive an award but are even more delighted to be able to sponsor the New Business Category. Starting a business takes, courage, hard work, and tenacity. Whilst it brings rewards it can mean personal sacrifices and sleepless nights. Knowing the commitment, it takes to run a business let alone start one is why we were keen to support this category and hopefully to assist them in promoting their business.
Harold G Walker Solicitors - Managing Partner Nicola Lowe.
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We have attended the Business Awards from the initial first awards in Bridport. The lunchtime awards support the local businesses and brings everyone together to celebrate in their success and recognise all the hard work that goes into running a business. The awards are a great opportunity for businesses to get to know each other at a relaxed and informal event.
Michelle Northover of Brown and Brown Insurance
Rutters are delighted to be involved once again with the Sturminster Newton Business Awards and supporting engagement with other local businesses
Matthew Billingsley TEP FALA Rutters Solicitors