Pitmans sponsors Business of the Year
An award open to every company in the region, whether large or small, it recognises profitability, innovation, sustainability and employment.
Winner: Gamma
A rapidly growing technology-based provider of communications services to the UK business market. Newbury-based Gamma’s services – such as cloud PBX, inbound call control services, SIP trunking, mobile and data services – are designed to meet increasingly complex business requirements.
Deciding factors for the judges
Pitmans managing partner John Hutchinson revealed: “Our winner has invested substantially in innovative new product development, created 200 jobs in the past two years, and has increased its share price by over 150% in the same period. It is truly an outstanding success story.”
Gamma’s excellent customer service and commitment to helping customers maintain their competitive edge also enormously impressed the judges.
Words from proud winner
HR director Pam Williams: “This award is recognition of the great people we have at Gamma, who care very passionately about one another, our customers, and also people in our community.”
CFO Andrew Belshaw: “Our success comes from all of our staff. They are the people who drive us forward and ultimately produce our financial return.
“Telecoms is very competitive, particularly in the Thames Valley. It’s very important for us that our peers and customers are recognising our success, but also so we can attract the best people and continue to be the best company in the Thames Valley.”
Taking second place …
Xtrac – A world leader in the motorsport space and the ‘go-to’ company for F1, World Rally, IndyCar, touring car and sportscar racing. Xtrac gearboxes are used by two-thirds of the F1 market. The company has achieved impressive consistent growth and employs highly-qualified, experienced and loyal staff.
. . . and in third spot
Roc Technologies – Roc’s stellar financial performance, achieved with no external investment, impressed the judges. Clients praise Roc for being knowledgeable, attentive and responsive. Roc also invests significant time in staff recognition, reflected by incredibly low staff turnover.
Highly Commended
Farnborough International – Part of UK aerospace, defence, security and space industries’ trade organisation ADS, this expert industry team delivers world-class, innovative events – including the renowned Farnborough International Airshow – within a competitive global market.
Ridgeway (now Marshall Motor Holdings plc) – With cars ranging from Maserati to Mercedes, from Jaguar to MINI, automotive retail group Ridgeway was listed 12th on the latest Sunday Times Top Track 250.
Thomas International – Established in 1981, Marlow-headquartered, Thomas is a global leader in people assessment solutions and now focused on a big international expansion.
THE BUSINESS MAGAZINE – THAMES VALLEY – DECEMBER 16/JANUARY 17
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