People and work business of the year (national)

A business that has shown commitment to recruiting, training and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce, which has led to an improvement in business performance. This business will also demonstrate how diversity and inclusion is prioritised and plays a pivotal role in its culture.

To enter this category please provide the following information:

• An overview of your turnover and net profit over the last two years, as well as current net reserves. 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.
• A brief description of your business; the products or services it supplies, its customers and the markets it operates in.
• The business’ approach to recruitment, retention, training and development of a skilled and diverse workforce.
• How this approach has enhanced the business’ performance.
• Evidence of fairness, diversity and inclusion being at the heart of the business.
• How the business is championing this approach within the workplace, customer base and local community.
• Testimonials are encouraged.
• Summarise your application in 100 words (if shortlisted, this content may be used in host’s speech/printed).

Sponsored by North East Times

Rooted in the North East for more than 40 years, NET operates a number of print, digital and events channels. An umbrella term for a house of brands, NET includes the bi-monthly print magazine N.

Formerly known as North East Times Magazine, the publication melds compelling independent journalism, striking photography and forward-thinking design to spotlight the individuals and organisations driving great change across the region.

NET also includes national business news website Bdaily. Combining the UK’s latest commercial sector headlines with new and original features, Bdaily is read by thousands every day, including a 50,000-strong national subscriber community.

Each of the above is supported by NET Presents, the dedicated high-level events division that – through campaigns such as VISION 31 – is helping lay a platform for North East growth into the next decade.