Entrepreneur of the year (regional)

North East entrepreneurs are the disruptors and innovators that will shape the future of our region’s business community

The winner of this award will exhibit hard work, determination, creativity and resilience. This entrepreneur will be an inspiration to business people across the North East.

What we need from you

North East entrepreneurs are the disruptors and innovators that will shape the future of our region’s business community. 

To enter this category please provide the following information:

  • An overview of your turnover, net profit and net reserves, over the last three years. Please note: we require an overview, and a projection where exact figures may not have yet been finalised or signed off. All financial information submitted is strictly confidential.
  • Give us an overview of your business experience and career to date.
  • Provide a brief description of your current business or businesses, product(s), service(s), customer base(s) and the market(s) you are operating in.
  • Tell us about a significant change in the business’ operating environment and how you have shown entrepreneurship in dealing with it.
  • Tell us your business’ objectives for the next 6 to 18 months and how you plan to achieve them.
  • Tell us about you. What do you think makes you entrepreneur of the year? How do you show integrity and influence, innovation, direction and leadership in your area to make you entrepreneur of the year?
  • Testimonials are encouraged.

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